Programs and activities for January set at Cape Coral – Lee County Public Library
January’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
An Afternoon at the Movies
2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 4
A white bouncer bonds with a black musician while chauffeuring him around the Jim Crow South.
Download Drop-in
11 a.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 21
Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music, and more from Overdrive and Hoopla, two of Lee County Library System’s largest online content providers.
Bring your fully charged tablets, phones, e-readers, and other digital devices for a hands-on help session. Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps. Kindle users will also need an Amazon account and their password for accessing it.
Chess Anyone?
5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 21
Rise to the chess challenge and join in the fun. Bring a personal chess set, if desired. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Public Library.
English Caf
6 p.m. ,Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
10 a.m., Fridays, Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31
Free, informal conversation sessions for adult ESOL/ESL students.
Exploring Arts & Crafts:
Cat-Themed Bookmarks
1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8
Explore arts and crafts through demonstrations and hands-on practice. Each session will begin with a demonstration followed by an opportunity to create, practice and explore. Registration is required.
Accountability Club
2 p.m., Thursdays, Jan. 9, 23
The Accountability Club meets biweekly to help attendees learn to set and keep smart goals and to connect people with relevant library resources and one another. Registration is not required, but regular attendance is encouraged. Light refreshments provided.
The Lady is a Champ: Carol Polis, Worlds First Female Professional Boxing Judge
1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11
Carol Polis, a Cape Coral resident, became the world’s first female boxing judge in 1973. Join us ringside as she shares her inspiring story.
Coloring for Grown-ups
10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 16
Researchers and art therapists tout the calming effects of coloring and adults have found this childhood activity a refreshing way to release their creativity, relieve stress and meet other participants. Coloring pages designed especially for adults, as well as colored pencils, will be provided.
Book Discussion: “Heartland”
by Sarah Smarsh
2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 18
During author Sarah Smarsh’s turbulent childhood in Kansas in the ’80s and ’90s, the forces of poverty and the country’s changing economic policies solidified her family’s place among the working poor. Her personal history affirms the corrosive impact intergenerational poverty can have on individuals, families and communities. Combining memoir with powerful analysis and cultural commentary, this is an uncompromising look at class, identity, and the perils of having less in a country known for its excess.
Cooking for Two
with Chef Warren Caterson
2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 21
Chef Warren Caterson will share his time-saving kitchen tips, cooking hints and humorous anecdotes about the challenges and joys of cooking for two. The presentation culminates with a cooking demonstration that any home cook can duplicate. Chef will sell and sign copies of his books after the program.
Exploring Arts & Crafts:
Paper Quilling
1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22
Explore arts and crafts through demonstrations and hands-on practice. Each session will begin with a demonstration followed by an opportunity to create, practice and explore. Registration is required.
Memories from Our Honored
WWII Soldiers
2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 27
Charley Valera is the award-winning author of “My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers.” Valera’s own father was a WWII veteran who, like most, rarely talked about the war with his family. Years after his father died, much more was discovered, inspiring Valera to interview other WWII veterans. Covering both theaters and all branches of WWII, Valera will share some fascinating firsthand stories with a focus on The Battle of the Bulge.
Writing Club
5 p.m., Monday, Jan. 27
Do you love writing but have difficulty finding time and a quiet space to work on your story? Join us for a quiet writing session with some brief socializing and sharing. Bring a writing notebook or laptop as supplies are limited. For ages 11 and up.
Children’s Programs
Kids Read Down Fines
1-2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11
Children and teens can earn a $2 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 and applies only to charges on overdue materials. Please bring your library card.
PAW Patrol & Friends
10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 13
No job is too big, no pup is too small. Join us for a PAW-tastic time as we celebrate our favorite neighborhood rescue dogs. At this special storytime, we’ll read PAW Patrol books, play games and make some PAW Patrol-inspired crafts. For ages 2-6. Registration is required.
Family Storytime
10 a.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 14, 21, 28
10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 18
For children through age 5. Your whole family is invited to this enjoyable, all-ages storytime that encourages the development of prereading skills through songs, rhymes, fingerplays and stories. First come, first served. Please pick up a storytime ticket at the Youth Services desk the morning of the program. Please model proper Storytime behavior by participating and staying in the room during this program.
Preschool Storytime
11 a.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 14, 21, 28
For ages 3-5. Children attend this program independently while the caregiver waits nearby. Your preschooler will continue to build relationships with other kids, books, and the library in a storytime designed specifically for them. The stories and activities are more complex, but just as fun.
Toddler Tales
10 a.m., Wednesdays, Jan. 15, 22, 29
For ages 18-36 months. This interactive and active time for toddlers and their caregiver is designed to advance prereading and social skills. They’ll experience storytelling, wordplay, felt board stories, fingerplays, puppets, singing, music-making, socializing, dancing and, of course, books. First come, first served. Please pick up a Storytime ticket at the Youth Services desk the morning of the program.
Pokemon Poke-Hunt
4 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 15
Join your fellow Pokemon trainers to make your own Pokeball and join in a scavenger hunt to catch all the Pokemon. For ages 6-10. Registration is required.
Baby Rhyme Time
10 a.m., Thursdays, Jan. 16, 23, 30
For babies up to 18 months. During this special storytime, you and your baby will learn new nursery rhymes and fingerplays, interact with puppets, sing, read books and dance. First come, first served. Please pick up a Storytime ticket at the Youth Services desk the morning of the program.
Special Needs Storytime
10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 25
This storytime emphasizes books, music and sensory experiences designed for children with special needs. The library’s welcoming environment will create a positive experience for children. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver, who will be an active participant in the program. Class size is limited to 10 children, plus their parents or caregivers. For children ages 3-12 with special needs. Registration begins Dec. 2.
Teen Programs
Chess Anyone?
5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 21
Rise to the chess challenge and join in the fun. Bring a personal chess set, if desired. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Public Library.
Kids Read Down Fines
1-2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11
Children and teens can earn a $2 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 and applies only to charges on overdue materials. Please bring your library card.
Teen Volunteer Service Projects
4:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13
Do you need volunteer service hours and want to give back to your community? Join us each month for a different service project at the library. All materials provided. For ages 11-18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Public Library.
Fandom Night: Pokemon
4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14
Show off your love of Pokemon by making your own Pokeball terrarium. For ages 11-18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Public Library.
Memories from Our Honored
WWII Soldiers
2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 27
Charley Valera is the award-winning author of “My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers.” Valera’s own father was a Word War II veteran who, like most, rarely talked about the war with his family. Years after his father died, much more was discovered, inspiring Valera to interview other World War II veterans. Covering both theaters and all branches of WWII, Valera will share some fascinating firsthand stories with a focus on The Battle of the Bulge.
Writing Club
5 p.m., Monday, Jan. 27
Do you love writing but have difficulty finding time and a quiet space to work on your story? Then join us for a quiet writing session with some brief socializing and sharing. Bring a writing notebook or laptop as supplies are limited. For ages 11 and up.
Anime Club
4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28
For teens and tweens interested in anime, manga and Japanese culture. Watch anime with friends and make themed crafts. For ages 11-18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library.
The Cape Coral Lee County Public Library is located at 921 SW 39th Terrace in Cape Coral. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at (239) 533-4500. 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.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Lee County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in its services, programs or activities. To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a reasonable modification to participate, contact Joan LaGuardia, (239) 533-2314, Florida Relay Service 711, or jlaguardia@leegov.com. Accommodation will be provided at no cost to the requestor. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance.