Sanibel Public Library News Blog
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...
October News: Holds – Pickup Inside, Ddakji, Origami, Art Exhibit & More
Stop by Sanibel Public Library to play with the new digital board game table. The Infinity Game Table features digital versions of both classic and iconic board games like Hasbro’s Monopoly™, Scrabble™, Trivial Pursuit™, Chutes and Ladders™, Candy Land™, Yahtzee™,...
How to: Place a hold, and Where are the book drops?
Ready to read that new bestseller? Place a hold and you will be notified when the book, DVD (or other item) is in. To Place A Hold (Request an Item): Call the Library at (239) 472-2483 or go online to request a book, DVD or Kit. After you have placed your hold, wait...
Concierge Service! Readers’ Advisory Helps You Find Your Next Favorite Book
Library staff is happy to be your "book concierge" or "reading matchmaker" to guide you to your next favorite read! To get started, fill out this form: Book Concierge After you send the completed form, you'll get an email with a few book suggestions. You can also...
Borrow Videogames & Gaming at Sanibel Public Library
Sanibel Public Library is now loaning videogames like Minecraft, Forza Horizon 4, and Spider-Man for Xbox or PlayStation. Teens can also come into the Library to play on the Xbox Series S, (located in the Teen Area) during regular Library Hours. FAQs What do I need to...
How to Use Sanibel Public Library’s Online Digital Archives
Sanibel Public Library's digital archives are now online. With nearly a thousand items, this ever-growing collection is a dynamic view of Sanibel's past. From the first homesteaders to important events in the island's recent history, the Sanibel Public Library Digital...