Wide variety of activities planned at library
Next month’s roster of activities at Northwest Regional Library in Cape Coral offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:
– “Mary Todd Lincoln: The First Lady They Called Crazy,” at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 1
Join us for this original one-woman play written by Janina Birtolo, about Mary Todd Lincoln, wife of Abraham Lincoln and a woman who challenged society’s view of how a female ought to behave. Sponsored by the Friends of the Northwest Regional Library. Registration is required.
– Ceramic Plate Painting Craft of the 1800s, at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2
Learn the decorative painting technique popular during Lincoln?s lifetime. Plates and supplies included. Registration is required.
– Live Craft Demonstration: Tatting & Knitting during the Lincoln Era, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, June 4, 18
Watch expert lace making and knitting up-close with Sue Goodell, as it was done in the 1800s.
– Abraham Lincoln Film Series, 4 p.m., Mondays, June 7, 14, 21, 28
View a different presentation each week highlighting President Lincoln?s life.
– June 7: The History Channel’s “Lincoln,” filmed as if through the president’s own eyes.
– June 14: “Abraham and Mary Lincoln: A House Divided,” by PBS Home Video, examines the Lincolns’ family life and marriage, Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and the Civil War era.
– June 21: The Biography Channel’s “Abraham Lincoln: Preserving the Union” travels through Lincoln’s life from his rustic birth to his tragic death.
– June 28: “Abraham Lincoln’s Great Moments,” from the CBS News Series “You Are There,” re-enacts two significant moments in Lincoln’s political career – the Emancipation Proclamation and the Gettysburg Address.
– The Civil War in Southwest Florida: 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 8
Robert Macomber, local author and internationally recognized maritime expert, will entertain with his local lore and knowledge of Southwest Florida’s travails during the civil war. Registration is required.
– Nibbles & Novels at Northwest: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 9
Join other book lovers and come prepared to talk about a favorite book that you’ve read. Relax over coffee and tempting treats with old and new friends. Registration is requested.
– Young Abe Lincoln Story & Craft: 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 1
Hear stories about young Abe Lincoln and learn about his amazing life at this entertaining and educational program. For grades K-5. Registration is required.
– Live Craft Demonstration: Tatting & Knitting during the Lincoln Era, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, June 4, 18
Watch expert lace making and knitting up-close with Sue Goodell, as it was done in the 1800s.
– Kids Read Down Fines, 5 – 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 8
Children and teens can earn a $2 coupon for every 15 minutes of reading during the allotted time in the designated area of the library. For ages 18 and younger. Coupons may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only. Please bring your library card.
– Live Craft Demonstration: Tatting & Knitting during the Lincoln Era, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fridays, June 4, 18
Watch expert lace making and knitting up-close with Sue Goodell, as it was done in the 1800s.
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The Northwest Regional Library is located at 519 Chiquita Blvd., N., in Cape Coral. For more information about a program or to register, call the library at (239) 533-4700. A sign language interpreter is available with 5 business days notice to library staff. Assistive listening system available; request at desk.
Check the Lee County Library System’s Web site at library.leegov.com, or pick up an events calendar on your next visit, 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.