Sanibel Public Library News Blog
Summer Book Bingo at Sanibel Public Library
Summer Book Bingo returns! Book Bingo is a self-directed reading challenge for adults, with opportunities for prizes. Each circle represents a different category chosen by Library staff. Participants will fill appropriate squares as they read books throughout the...
2023 Summer Reading Kickoff on June 3
The Summer Reading Program Kick-off Party is BACK! Stop by on Saturday, June 3 from 10:30 a.m. until noon for games, snacks, and raffles, plus the ever-popular Guess How Many (candies in a jar). During the party, families can sign up children (ages baby to teen) for...
Sanibel Public Library District Board of Commissioners Seek Applications
The Sanibel Public Library District Board of Commissioners is accepting applications to fill the term for a vacated Board seat. The Board plans to appoint one person to fill the seat for a two-year term. After careful consideration, the SPLD Board chose a candidate...
Meet Author Patti Callahan Henry ~ Book Signing & Reception May 15, 2023
Sanibel Public Library Foundation and Macintosh Books welcome bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry who will discuss and sign copies of her newest novel on Monday, May 15. The reception starts at 11 a.m. at Sanibel Public Library. Patti Callahan Henry is an...
Book-to-Film: Spring Break Edition
Spring break has officially come to Sanibel Public Library. Enjoy your downtime with your favorite book-to-movie package!Popcorn and candy included to complete your movie experience. Answer the eternal question ... which was better - the book or the movie? Look for...
Family Storytime & Easter Basket Program
Family Storytime! where literacy is a family bonding experience. Miss Megan will sing, read, question, and move around during the stories, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, motor skills, and creativity; this includes an art/craft center. The...
New Hours at the Library: March 18, 2023
As of Saturday, March 18, the Sanibel Public Library will be open Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sign up for news about Library closures or hours and other announcements at: https://sanlib.org/newsletter/ Pick up holds inside - or to use Curbside...
Tools! Library of Things at Sanibel Public Library
New! Borrow tools from Sanibel Public Library Need a screwdriver, hammer, clamp, tape measure, trim square, pliers, level, ... or how about a "How To" home repair book? Stop by to borrow! This new initiative adds to SPL’s “Library of Things” where patrons can borrow...
Virtual Author Talk ~ Just Added: Sadeqa Johnson: February 28
With support from the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, the SPL launched a series of virtual author talks; a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Register for online author talks! Each webinar will include the opportunity for you to ask...
Virtual Author Talks: February 2023
With support from the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, the SPL launched a series of virtual author talks; a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Register for online author talks! Each webinar will include the opportunity for you to ask...
Virtual Author Talks: January 2023
With support from the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, the SPL launched a series of virtual author talks; a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Register for online author talks! Each webinar will include the opportunity for you to ask...
Recovery – Post Hurricane Services at Sanibel Public Library
Sanibel Public Library is now open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can pick up holds inside - or to use Curbside pickup service:Place your items on hold. You will be contacted with day to pick up. When you arrive at the Library for pickup, please call (239)...