Cape Coral Lee County Public Library schedules April activities
Next month’s roster of activities at Cape Coral Lee County Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:
Adult Programs
Identity Theft Workshop
1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4
Certified legal investigator, fraud examiner and identity theft investigator David B. Watts will discuss warning signs, effects and strategies to prevent and cope with identity theft. Registration is required.
Craft Corner: Knitting and Crocheting
3:30 p.m., Mondays, April 6, 13, 20, 27
A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters share ideas, techniques and patterns. Attendees should bring their own projects. Basic supplies available for newcomers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Public Library. Registration is required.
Beginning Computer Skills
Part 3: 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 7
A technology instructor will cover a variety of topics including using a mouse, establishing an email account and using the library’s online resources. Registration is required.
Chess Anyone?
5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28
A venue for beginners and experts alike to rise to the chess challenge. Sets provided, but enthusiasts are welcome to bring their own. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library.
Book Discussion: “Five Days at Memorial”
by Sherri Fink
2 p.m., Wednesday, April 8
Fink provides a landmark investigation of patient deaths at a New Orleans hospital ravaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Going on Nine
10 a.m., Saturday,
April 11
Journalist and author Catherine Underhill Fitz-patrick will read brief excerpts and discuss Going on Nine, a coming-of-age story for adults who remember the way summertime used to be. Registration is required.
English Caf
6 p.m., Tuesdays,
April 14, 21, 28
10 a.m., Fridays,
April 17, 24
Free, informal conversation sessions for adult ESOL/ESL students.
Hatha Yoga
9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 15
Yoga Instructor David Anderson will conduct a Hatha Yoga class for all ages and abilities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library. Registration is required.
Minute of Darkness
10 a.m., Saturday,
April 18
Award winning poet and author J.D. Daniels will read from her 2015 novella Minute of Darkness & Eighteen Flash Fiction Stories. Registration is required.
Books and Banter: Nonfiction That Reads Like Fiction
9:30 a.m., Tuesday,
April 28
Join other book lovers and come prepared to talk about a favorite book that you’ve read recently. Relax with coffee and refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library.
All Ages
Living with the Burrowing Owls
of Cape Coral
10 a.m., Saturday, April 4
The Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife will discuss how burrowing owls got to Cape Coral; their habits, habitats and predators; and how residents can preserve the official bird of Cape Coral. Registration is required.
Storytime
Family Storytime
10 a.m., Tuesdays,
April 7, 14, 21, 28
10 a.m., Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22, 29
This program is for the whole family and it lasts about 30 minutes. First come, first served.
Preschool Storytime
11 a.m., Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28
11 a.m., Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22, 29
Preschoolers attend this storytime independently while parents or caregivers wait nearby in the library building. This storytime includes activities that require more participation and a longer attention span. Each preschool storytime lasts about 30 minutes. First come, first served.
Baby Parent Rhyme Time
10 a.m., Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30
Be prepared to tickle, jump and fly with your baby! These rhymes and songs are for infants, up to 24 months, accompanied by an adult. This 15-minute program is filled with songs designed to introduce early literacy, rhyming and movement to infants.
Toddler Storytime
11 a.m., Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30
Two year olds with their caregivers, participate in song, fingerplays and short stories. The success of this age group depends on adult participation and encouragement. Toddler storytime lasts about 30 minutes. First come, first served.
Children’s Programs
Story Corner
3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Stories and a short craft for elementary-age students five and above. First come, first served.
Kids Read Down Fines
67 p.m., Mondays, April 6, 13, 20
3:304:30 p.m., Thursdays, April 2, 16, 30
Children and teens earn a $2 coupon or credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only.
Trouper, The Blind Raccoon
2 p.m., Monday, April 6
Trouper, the blind raccoon visits the Cape Coral Library to tell his story. Calendars and books will be available for purchase. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library. Registration is required.
Teen Programs
Kids Read Down Fines
67 p.m., Mondays, April 6, 13, 20
3:304:30 p.m., Thursdays, April 2, 16, 30
Children and teens earn a $2 coupon or credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only.
The Cape Coral Lee County Public Library is at 921 S.W. 39th Terrace, in Cape Coral. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at (239) 533-4500. A sign language interpreter is available with 5 business days notice to library staff.
Check the Lee County Library System’s website at www.leelibrary.net to find out about programs at other locations. Call the host library, or Telephone Reference at (239) 479-INFO (4636), for more information about a specific program.