Events in Boca Grande, FL

Community & civic

AUG4

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

On the Table Seashell Picture Frame

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Join us for a fun on the table activity and make a picture frame for your summer memories.

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Community & civic

AUG4

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

On the Table Seashell Picture Frame

leelibrary

Join us for a fun on the table activity and make a picture frame for your summer memories.

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Community & civic

AUG4

leelibrary · Cape Coral, FL

Community & civic

On the Table Seashell Picture Frame

leelibrary

Join us for a fun on the table activity and make a picture frame for your summer memories.

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Community & civic

AUG11

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

On the Table Decorate a Wooden Butterfly

leelibrary

Use your creativity and our markers to decorate a beautiful wooden butterfly.

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Community & civic

AUG11

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

On the Table Decorate a Wooden Butterfly

leelibrary

Use your creativity and our markers to decorate a beautiful wooden butterfly.

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Classes & arts

JUL30

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

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Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

JUL30

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

Sarasota County Libraries

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

AUG3

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 4

Sarasota County Libraries

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

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Community & civic

AUG3

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 4

scgovlibrary

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

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Lifelong learning

AUG3

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Lifelong learning

Open Sewing Lab

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Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Do you need help with a sewing or mending project? Bring your fabric and your plan and we can help with the rest. This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions. This is ideal for adults with basic sewing machine experience. Registration required. If you are unable to attend, please cancel via your email confirmation link or contact the library.

Classes and talksIndoors

Lifelong learning

AUG3

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Lifelong learning

Open Sewing Lab

Sarasota County Libraries

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Do you need help with a sewing or mending project? Bring your fabric and your plan and we can help with the rest. This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions. This is ideal for adults with basic sewing machine experience. Registration required. If you are unable to attend, please cancel via your email confirmation link or contact the library.

Classes and talksIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG4

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Classes & arts

Summer Fruit Watercolors

Sarasota County Libraries

Join Englewood crafter, Cris Walton to learn how to create beautiful watercolor note cards. Learn how the Cricut machine can make designs with watercolor markers. Use the water-activated designs to create your own magically fun summer fruit watercolor painting. This is a beginner-friendly activity. No experience necessary. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG4

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Classes & arts

Summer Fruit Watercolors

scgovlibrary

Join Englewood crafter, Cris Walton to learn how to create beautiful watercolor note cards. Learn how the Cricut machine can make designs with watercolor markers. Use the water-activated designs to create your own magically fun summer fruit watercolor painting. This is a beginner-friendly activity. No experience necessary. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

AUG5

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civicHappens regularly

The Quirky Quill Writer's Group

Sarasota County Libraries

Join fellow writers on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening of creativity, imagination, and fun. Bring a composition notebook, pens or pencils, or a laptop, whatever you prefer. During each session, participants will be given timed writing prompts and challenged to complete their writing within the allotted time. No overthinking, no editing—just writing! When the writing time expires, those who wish to share their work will have the opportunity to read aloud. One strict rule: NO A...

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Community & civic

AUG5

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civicHappens regularly

The Quirky Quill Writer's Group

scgovlibrary

Join fellow writers on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening of creativity, imagination, and fun. Bring a composition notebook, pens or pencils, or a laptop, whatever you prefer. During each session, participants will be given timed writing prompts and challenged to complete their writing within the allotted time. No overthinking, no editing—just writing! When the writing time expires, those who wish to share their work will have the opportunity to read aloud. One strict rule: NO A...

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Classes & arts

AUG6

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

Sarasota County Libraries

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG6

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

scgovlibrary

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

AUG10

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Quirky Crafters: Bedazzled Book Covers

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Ready to bedazzle your bookshelf? Come to the library and decorate a book with rhinestones! Take it home with you to enjoy and decorate your space! All books will be provided.

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Community & civic

AUG10

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 5

scgovlibrary

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

Bring the grandkids

Community & civic

AUG10

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 5

Sarasota County Libraries

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

Bring the grandkids

Community & civic

AUG10

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Quirky Crafters: Bedazzled Book Covers

Sarasota County Libraries

Ready to bedazzle your bookshelf? Come to the library and decorate a book with rhinestones! Take it home with you to enjoy and decorate your space! All books will be provided.

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Community & civic

AUG11

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Health in Motion

Sarasota County Libraries

The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. Nursing staff will help individuals who lack medical insurance find a medical home for ongoing health care through referrals to the Community Health Centers of Sarasota County. No appointments needed. Wellness staff will be available in the front lobby of the library.

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Community & civic

AUG11

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Tech Basics: Website Safety

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Learn about what a website is, what makes them secure or unsecure, and how you can tell. We’ll cover VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), encryption, online shopping, and more.

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Community & civic

AUG11

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Tech Basics: Website Safety

Sarasota County Libraries

Learn about what a website is, what makes them secure or unsecure, and how you can tell. We’ll cover VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), encryption, online shopping, and more.

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Community & civic

AUG11

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Health in Motion

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The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. Nursing staff will help individuals who lack medical insurance find a medical home for ongoing health care through referrals to the Community Health Centers of Sarasota County. No appointments needed. Wellness staff will be available in the front lobby of the library.

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Community & civic

AUG12

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Hurricane Preparedness with Sarasota County Emergency Management

Sarasota County Libraries

Prepare early, plan ahead! Hurricane season is June 1 - Nov. 30. Come meet your Sarasota County Emergency Management team and learn how to get ready before disaster strikes. Key topics that will be discussed: - Storm Season 2025 review - Storm Season 2026 outlook - Understanding the hazards - Preparing your home and family

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Community & civic

AUG12

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Hurricane Preparedness with Sarasota County Emergency Management

scgovlibrary

Prepare early, plan ahead! Hurricane season is June 1 - Nov. 30. Come meet your Sarasota County Emergency Management team and learn how to get ready before disaster strikes. Key topics that will be discussed: - Storm Season 2025 review - Storm Season 2026 outlook - Understanding the hazards - Preparing your home and family

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Classes & arts

AUG13

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

scgovlibrary

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG13

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Classes & arts

Quirky Knitters

Sarasota County Libraries

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

AUG14

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civicHappens regularly

Social Seniors

Sarasota County Libraries

Social Seniors is a welcoming gathering for those seeking engagement and knowledge. This is a place to have fun together, talk with others who understand what you’re going through, and try something new! There will be different themes and activities each month.

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Community & civic

AUG14

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civicHappens regularly

Social Seniors

scgovlibrary

Social Seniors is a welcoming gathering for those seeking engagement and knowledge. This is a place to have fun together, talk with others who understand what you’re going through, and try something new! There will be different themes and activities each month.

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Community & civic

AUG17

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 6

scgovlibrary

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

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Community & civic

AUG17

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Introduction to Italian, week 1

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This six-week course is designed to introduce you to the Italian language. You will learn essential elements such as basic phrases, the alphabet, counting, and fundamental grammar. This course is perfect for those who wish to start their journey in learning Italian or for individuals planning to travel to Italy who want to acquire basic phrases for effective communication. Registration required and limited to 15 participants. Participants should register for the first session on Aug. 17 and a...

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Community & civic

AUG17

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Matter of Balance, week 6

Sarasota County Libraries

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn: - view falls as controllable - set goals for increasing activity - make changes to reduce fall risks at home - exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend? - anyone concerned about falls - anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength - anyone who has fallen in the past - anyone who...

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Community & civic

AUG17

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Introduction to Italian, week 1

Sarasota County Libraries

This six-week course is designed to introduce you to the Italian language. You will learn essential elements such as basic phrases, the alphabet, counting, and fundamental grammar. This course is perfect for those who wish to start their journey in learning Italian or for individuals planning to travel to Italy who want to acquire basic phrases for effective communication. Registration required and limited to 15 participants. Participants should register for the first session on Aug. 17 and a...

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Lifelong learning

AUG18

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Lifelong learning

Quirky Readers

Sarasota County Libraries

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club! Today we'll discuss the book: “The Jackal’s Mistress” by Chris Bohjalian (2025) Genre: Historical Fiction, Thriller In the chaos of 1864 Virginia, Libby Steadman works to keep her gristmill running while fearing the worst about her missing husband. Her days are filled with survival as the valley around her changes hands again and again. Everything shifts when she finds a badly injured Union officer abando...

Classes and talksIndoors

Lifelong learning

AUG18

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Lifelong learning

Quirky Readers

scgovlibrary

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club! Today we'll discuss the book: “The Jackal’s Mistress” by Chris Bohjalian (2025) Genre: Historical Fiction, Thriller In the chaos of 1864 Virginia, Libby Steadman works to keep her gristmill running while fearing the worst about her missing husband. Her days are filled with survival as the valley around her changes hands again and again. Everything shifts when she finds a badly injured Union officer abando...

Classes and talksIndoors

Community & civic

AUG19

scgovlibrary · Venice, FL

Community & civic

Learn to Sew a Wristlet!

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Learn to sew a Wristlet in this beginner friendly sewing program! Registration is required and limited to 6 adults. One name per registration, please.

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Community & civic

AUG19

Sarasota County Libraries · Sarasota, FL

Community & civic

Learn to Sew a Wristlet!

Sarasota County Libraries

Learn to sew a Wristlet in this beginner friendly sewing program! Registration is required and limited to 6 adults. One name per registration, please.

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Community & civic

AUG1

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

District 4 Town Hall with Councilmember Jennifer Nelson-Lastra

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Councilmember Jennifer Nelson-Lastra will be hosting a townhall meeting for residents of Cape Coral to discuss issues and will have a question-answer session as well.

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Community & civic

AUG5

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

Mah Jongg Club

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Join us for a social group playing American Mah Jongg. American Mah Jongg uses an annual card of Official Standard Hands and Rules, against which all games are played. These cards are available from the National Mah Jongg League.

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Classes & arts

AUG5

leelibrary · Fort Myers, FL

Classes & arts

Knit and Stitch

leelibrary

*Personal instruction will not be available.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG5

leelibrary · Cape Coral, FL

Classes & arts

Knit and Stitch

leelibrary

*Personal instruction will not be available.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG5

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Classes & arts

Knit and Stitch

leelibrary

*Personal instruction will not be available.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Classes & arts

AUG5

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Classes & arts

Knit and Stitch

leelibrary

*Personal instruction will not be available.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

AUG5

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

Mah Jongg Club

leelibrary

Join us for a social group playing American Mah Jongg. American Mah Jongg uses an annual card of Official Standard Hands and Rules, against which all games are played. These cards are available from the National Mah Jongg League.

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Community & civic

AUG5

leelibrary · Cape Coral, FL

Community & civic

Mah Jongg Club

leelibrary

Join us for a social group playing American Mah Jongg. American Mah Jongg uses an annual card of Official Standard Hands and Rules, against which all games are played. These cards are available from the National Mah Jongg League.

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Community & civic

AUG6

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Thursday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG6

leelibrary · Cape Coral, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Thursday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG6

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Thursday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG6

leelibrary · Fort Myers, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Thursday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG8

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

Early Voting - Primary Election (NW)

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Early Voting for Primary Election. Visit https://www.lee.vote/ for more information.

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Community & civic

AUG8

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Saturday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG8

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

Adult Crafternoon: Jellyfish Lamps

leelibrary

Come join our series of making jellyfish lamps! Materials provided, registration required. If you would like additional pipe cleaner colors than those pictured, please bring them! See photo for reference. This registration is for the Saturday sessions, Parts 1 & 2.

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Community & civic

AUG10

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civicFree

FREE TAX HELP

leelibrary

VITA/TCE program - FREE TAX HELP

FreeBring the grandkids

Community & civic

AUG10

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civicFree

FREE TAX HELP

leelibrary

VITA/TCE program - FREE TAX HELP

FreeBring the grandkids

Community & civic

AUG11

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

Early Voting - Primary Election (NW)

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Early Voting for Primary Election. Visit https://www.lee.vote/ for more information.

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Community & civic

AUG12

leelibrary · Lehigh Acres, FL

Community & civic

The Book N' Brew Society

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Do you enjoy robust, engaging book discussions? Join us and share your latest reading recommendations. Tea and coffee will be served.

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Community & civic

AUG12

leelibrary · Captiva, FL

Community & civic

The Book N' Brew Society

leelibrary

Do you enjoy robust, engaging book discussions? Join us and share your latest reading recommendations. Tea and coffee will be served.

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