November programs at Pine Island Public Library
Next month’s roster of activities at Pine Island Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:
ADULTS
Play for the Fun of It,
1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3
Celebrate International Gaming Day @ Your Library. You bring your favorite board game. We’ll bring our favorite board games, and we’ll all share a good time “playing for the fun of it.”
50th Anniversary of the Pine Island Public Library
12 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 14
The Pine Island Public Library is turning 50 years old! Join the celebration on Nov. 14. Sponsored by The Friends of the Pine Island Public Library.
Book Discussion:
Vanessa Diffenbaugh’s
“Language of Flowers”
1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15
A mesmerizing, elegantly written debut novel, “The Language of Flowers” weaves past and present, creating a vivid portrait of an unforgettable woman whose gift for flowers helps her change the lives of others even as she struggles to overcome her own troubled past.
FAMILY
Family Storytime
11 a.m., Thursdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29
This program is for the whole family and lasts about 30 minutes. Registration is required.
Playing for the Fun of It
1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3
Celebrate International Gaming Day @ Your Library. You bring your favorite board game. We’ll bring our favorite board games, and we’ll all share a good time “playing for the fun of it.”
50th Anniversary of the Pine Island Public Library
12 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1
The Pine Island Public Library is turning 50 years old! Join the celebration on Nov. 14. Sponsored by The Friends of the Pine Island Public Library.
We Love to Wii Family Gaming Fun
2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 24
Join the fun at the Pine Island Library playing Wii Sports.
CHILDREN
Kids Read Down Fines
1 4 p.m., Saturdays, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24
4 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14, 28
Children and teens can earn a $2 coupon for every 15 minutes of reading, during the allotted time. A total of $8 per day may be earned. For ages 18 and younger. Coupons may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only. Please bring your library card.
Wacky Wednesday at the Pine Island Public Library
3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 28
Join us at the Pine Island Public Library for great stories and fun crafts.
TEENS
Kids Read Down Fines
1 4 p.m., Saturdays, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24
4 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14, 28
Children and teens can earn a $2 coupon for every 15 minutes of reading, during the allotted time. A total of $8 per day may be earned. For ages 18 and younger. Coupons may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only. Please bring your library card.
Playing for the Fun of It
1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3
Celebrate International Gaming Day @ Your Library. You bring your favorite board game. We’ll bring our favorite board games, and we’ll all share a good time “playing for the fun of it.”
Stuck on You
6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 7
Get creative with duct tape! Make a wallet, bag, or other item of your choice with duct tape. A great gift idea! Warning: Using duct tape may cause temporary stickiness!
The Pine Island Public Library is located at 10700 Russell Road NW in Bokeelia. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at (239) 533-4350. 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.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.