April programs at North Fort Myers Public Library
Next month’s roster of activities at North Fort Myers Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:
ADULTS
Books and Bites
10:30 a.m. Monday, April 2
Join our monthly social hour! We will discuss any books in any format, or movies that have piqued your interest. Whether you give it a rant or a rave it will be fun to talk. We provide the coffee and refreshments; you provide your enthusiasm. Registration is required.
Miss Marple Monthly Knitters
2 p.m. Tuesdays, April 3, 17
These sessions are for knitters and crocheters of all levels. You are invited to visit and share project and technique ideas. Registration is required.
Poetry Party
2 p.m. Thursday, April 5
Come celebrate National Poetry Month with other poetry fans. Bring a poem you wrote, or your favorite short poem. Participants will also create their own black-out poetry, acrostic poems, and diamante poems. Registration is requested.
Book Discussion: Nina Revoyr’s “Wingshooters”
2 p.m. Thursday, April 19
When 9-year old Michelle, half Japanese, moves in with her grandparents in rural Wisconsin in 1973, she encounters prejudice so ingrained that violence is certain to erupt, especially after a black teacher is hired at the local school. Michelle’s strong relationship with her grandfather, who shares his love of nature and baseball, contrasts sharply with the senseless hatred and ignorance around her.
FAMILY
Family Storytime
10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25
This program is for the whole family and lasts about 30 minutes. Registration is required.
Baby-Parent Rhyme Time
11 a.m. Thursday, April 12
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 20-minute program is filled with songs designed to introduce rhyming and movement to infants. Registration is required.
Storytelling with Rusty Brown
4 p.m. Monday, April 30
Local dramatist and storyteller Rusty Brown presents stories for the whole family to enjoy.
CHILDREN
Kids Read Down Fines
4:30 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19
2 3 p.m. Saturday, April 28
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.
R.E.A.D. to Dogs
11 a.m. Saturday, April 21
Independent readers can practice reading in a fun way. A Reading Education Assistance Dog will be on hand to listen to you read. They’re great listeners! For grades K and up. First come, first served.
“Money Smart Week” – Monopoly & More
3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 24
Have fun and test your money-smarts with board games like “Monopoly,” “Monopoly Deal” and “Life.”
TEENS
Kids Read Down Fines
4:30 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19
2 3 p.m. Saturday, April 28
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.
The North Fort Myers Public Library is located at 2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE in N. Fort Myers. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at (239) 533-4320. 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 www.lee-county.com/library, 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.