Friends to host wine-tasting fund-raiser Feb. 7
An upcoming Friends’ fund-raiser provides a different venue from our semi-annual book sales. A private wine-tasting event with experts Jerry Greenfield (author of “The Wine Whisperer”) and MaryJane Vu (founder of the Waterside Wine Club) will take place Saturday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m., at 2829 S.W. 50th Terrace in Cape Coral.
The two sommeliers will explain the distinct bouquets and attributes of several inexpensive, international wines with light hors d’oeuvres and wine afterwards, providing an opportunity to chat with Greenfield and Vu – or simply munch, sip and mingle.
The $20 fee goes toward outstanding programs sponsored by the Friends and offered free at the Cape Coral Library throughout the year. Regularly sponsored programs include the youth reading programs in the summer, chess, the ever-popular Books and Banter, Craft Corner as well as children and adult programs – like the recent appearance of nationally-acclaimed storyteller Kim Weitkamp.
The Friends also underwrite equipment purchases such as an upgrade of the audio visual system in the library meeting room. Call 541-2617 for further details regarding this wine-tasting fund-raiser.
February offerings:
n Also on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 1:30 p.m.: CROW’s “Patient Profiles: Birds of Prey.” This program consists of a visit from one of CROW’s wildlife ambassadors – with an introduction to common Southwest Florida raptors while relating treatments given by CROW’s medical staff in its wildlife hospital and rehab center. (We urge you to take in the program then drive the short distance to the wine-tasting event.)
n Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 2 p.m.: A book discussion of “Boy in the Striped Pajamas” by John Boyne. The book tells the story of a lonely and bored boy, Bruno, whose family moves from Berlin to a place called “Out-With” in 1942. The son of a Nazi officer, Bruno eventually befriends a boy in striped pajamas who lives behind a wire fence.
n Saturday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m.: Musical Discovery Zone. Be sure to register the kids for this event, which provides an opportunity for youth to interact with musicians from the Gulf Coast Symphony as well as practice playing a variety of instruments. Registration is important.
n Also Saturday, Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. is “Phate: The Cosmic Fairy Tale.” Local author Jason Alan reads excerpts from his new book about dying stars, magic, vampires, elves, swords and the continuing war between the forces of good and evil.
n Monday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m., explore Astronomy for Everyone: Size and Scale of the Universe. This is a family program of celestial objects very large and very small from former NASA consultant, Kevin Manning.
Check the Lee County Library System’s website at www.leelibrary.net for continuing programs, including story times, Books and Banter, English caf, Craft Corner, Chess anyone?, Read Down Fines, and others.
In the art gallery
(Sponsored by the Friends
of Cape Coral Library)
Paintings and photographs by members of the Cape Coral Art League will be on display on the walls of the library’s art gallery. The Cape Coral Art League, chartered in 1965, is a non-profit organization that promotes visual arts in Cape Coral and the local area. The league offers classes, workshops, gallery shows, community service and special art events. CCAL is located at 516 Cultural Park Blvd. Visit www.capecoralartleague.org for more information.
A variety of creations by members of the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild will be on display in the cases. The guild, a non-profit group, is dedicated solely to fine crafts. For nearly 40 years, the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild has become a well known, dynamic and evolving organization of local artisans, craftsmen and craftswomen. Its members combine old world craftsmanship with contemporary techniques to produce unique works of art. Many members are award winners on national, regional and local levels. For more information, visit www.swflfinecraftguild.org.
Cape Coral Library hours:
9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
Getting a library card is free and easy. Just visit library.lee-county.com to apply online or stop by your library.
All Lee County Library System programs are free and open to the public. A sign language interpreter is available with 48 hours’ notice. Call the Deaf Service Center at 461-0334 (voice) or 461-4348 (TTY). Assisted living devices are available. The Lee County Library System also offers free access to books, DVDs, videos, books on CD, electronic resources and other items from a vast collection.
The Lee County Library System makes it possible for people who ordinarily couldn’t visit the library to enjoy reading through the Bookmobile, Books-by-MAIL, Talking Books and Literacy programs.
All of the money the Friends of the Cape Coral Library raise is through book sales, dues and other events which are used to purchase materials, furniture and other items that can not be included in the County library budget. Books, CDs, DVDs, etc. are accepted throughout the year for the two book sales, April and November, the major fundraisers. Small quantities can be delivered to the library circulation desk. Books can also be picked up at your home if you have a large donation which is tax deductible. (A receipt can be provided.) Leave a message on hotline: 349-2572 or e-mail capefriends.org.
Patty Duncan for the Friends of the Cape Coral Lee County Library, 921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral; 239-533-4500; TTY 485-1141.