Sanibel Public Library News Blog
Dive into Oceans of Possibilities with the Summer Reading Program
Families are invited to register children (ages baby through incoming 12th grade) for the Summer Reading Program online with Beanstack at www.sanlib.org/children. In-person programs for elementary-aged programs are planned for Tuesday afternoons, with storytimes for...
Book Bingo this Summer at Sanibel Public Library
Sanibel Public Library has kicked off summer Book Bingo—a self-directed reading challenge for adults, with opportunities for prizes. Each square represents a different category chosen by Library staff. Participants will fill appropriate squares as they read books...
Virtual Author Talks this Summer: Sanibel Public Library Webinars
With support from the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, the SPL has launched a series of virtual author talks this summer; a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Register for online author talks this summer! Each webinar will include the...
Your Library Card is a Pass to Adventure at Florida State Parks!
Your Library card is going to be one of the most powerful tools in your summer of FUN tool box! Did you know you can enter into almost every Florida State Park this summer using your public library card? Sanibel Public Library is circulating two Real Florida Reader...
2022 Summer Reading Kickoff on May 28
The Summer Reading Program Kick-off Party is BACK! Stop by on Saturday, May 28 from 10 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 through incoming...
Sanibel Public Library Foundation says “Thank You!” 2022 Lunch with the Author
The Sanibel Public Library Foundation hosted a luncheon with author MARTHA HALL KELLY on April 6, 2022 at the Sanibel Community House. This year’s luncheon was the tenth annual Lunch with the Author event, which directly supports the work to enhance and enrich your...
Sanibel Public Library Foundation ~ Lunch with the Author ~ April 6
Wednesday, April 6 at the Sanibel Community House Author: MARTHA HALL KELLY To add your name to the invitation mailing list, email: authorluncheon@comcast.net Proceeds from Lunch with the Author directly support the Sanibel Public Library Foundation ...enhancing and...
Save the Date: Sanibel Public Library Foundation ~ Lunch with the Author
Wednesday, April 6 2022 at the Sanibel Community House Author: MARTHA HALL KELLY To add your name to the invitation mailing list, email: authorluncheon@comcast.net Proceeds from Lunch with the Author directly support the Sanibel Public Library Foundation...
WWII 1944: Virtual Programs
WWII History: Virtual Programs with Duane E. Shaffer of Sanibel Public Library Locals and visitors are welcome to “virtually attend,” and watch the replays. No registration required. WWII 1944 - Operation Goodwood - 10 AM Friday, February 11 As part of the...
Temporary Closure: Sanibel Public Library eShelf Available – January 19 to 24
Limited Services Available: Sanibel Public Library Temporary Building Closure Sanibel Public Library has announced an immediate closure of the building to the public, with plans to reopen at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022. The Library staff will continue email...
Year in Review 2021 Sanibel Public Library
2021 Stats: 64,620 "borrows" (books, DVDs audiobooks, magazines, hotspots & other items) 1,071 library cards issued 54,860 number of internet "sessions" (patrons using public internet access PCs) 182,635 website visits to sanlib.org 16,865 photobooth photos taken...
Sanibel Public Library 60 Year Anniversary – Ranked Top in Florida
State library rankings are out, and Sanibel Public Library ranks at or near the top of Florida in many areas including the amount of items to borrow in different formats – print books, audiobooks, DVDs, BluRay and music CDs; access to the new online archives; and...