Next month’s roster of activities at Riverdale Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:
Adult Programs
Spanish Conversation Club
6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24
Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level? Come test your skill level and improve your fluency by chatting with other adults. Join us as we practice speaking Spanish with others on a variety of topics. Intermediate to advanced Spanish-speaking skills are recommended to get the most out of the session. Registration is required.
Knit and Stitch
1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 18
A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools. Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.
Book Discussion: “The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau” by Kristin Harmel
10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5
Colette Marceau has spent her life stealing jewels guided by her mother’s code: take from the cruel, give to the needy. During WWII in Paris, her mother Annabel was arrested and her sister Liliane vanished during a raid, with a diamond bracelet hidden in her nightgown. Annabel was executed, and Liliane’s body was found, but the bracelet disappeared. Seventy years later, it resurfaces in a Boston museum, unraveling Colette’s attempts to put the past behind her. This program is part of the 27th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival, to be held Saturday, March 7. For more information about the festival and its featured authors, visit www.ReadFest.org.
Valentines Cards
Noon – 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7
Drop in and create your own Valentine’s Day cards using the library’s craft supplies. All ages welcome. We’ll provide materials and simple inspiration, just bring your creativity. No registration required.
Tiny Book Workshop
10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21
What’s better than your favorite book? A tiny version of your favorite book. Join us as we learn the basics of book binding and create miniature versions of popular titles. Registration is required.
Children’s Programs
Baby Rhyme Time
10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6
For babies through age 18 months with a caregiver. Wiggle and giggle to bond with your baby through books, rhymes and songs in this lap-sit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language, motor and social skills. Each program offers literacy tips and strategies to stimulate your baby’s brain development and enhance future reading success.
Valentines Cards
Noon – 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7
Drop in and create your own Valentine’s Day cards using the library’s craft supplies. All ages welcome. We’ll provide materials and simple inspiration, just bring your creativity. No registration required.
Family Storytime
10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13, 20, 27
10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14
For children through age 5 years with a caregiver. Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities. This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills through stories, music and movement. Caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.
Lego Club
1 – 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14
This is a fun, hands-on experience designed for school-age children, ages 6-12 years who love to create, imagine and explore. This unstructured, drop-in style program encourages kids to use their creativity and problem-solving skills while building unique structures, scenes and inventions with Lego bricks.
Mario Kart Tournament
1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28
Get ready to partake in fun and friendly Mario Kart races, where you can show off your gaming skills and enjoy some friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a newcomer, this tournament is designed to be fun for all levels. This program is intended for kids ages 6-11 years.
Teen Programs
Anime Hour
2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3
Enjoy an hour of anime entertainment, creative expression and lively discussions. This program is specially curated for anime enthusiasts to indulge in their passion for Japanese animation while hanging out among like-minded peers. Snacks provided and cosplay encouraged. For teens ages 12-18 years.
Valentines Cards
Noon – 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7
Drop in and create your own Valentine’s Day cards using the library’s craft supplies. All ages welcome. We’ll provide materials and simple inspiration, just bring your creativity. No registration required.
The Riverdale Public Library is located at 2421 Buckingham Road in Fort Myers. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at (239) 533-4370. 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.
