7 Libraries in Southwest Gulf Coast That You Shouldn't Miss

Sanibel Public Library offers numerous services to patrons. In addition to books, the library contains an extensive AV collection, consisting of many entertaining, teaching, and how-to videos, books on both CD and digital format, plus DVDs, and music CDs. The Library provides public internet access, high speed WiFi, as well as printing services—no Library card required. If you do not live in Lee County Florida, you may purchase a Visitor Card for $10, good for one year. Use the Visitor Card to check out books, movies, cooking kits, museum passes, music, magazines, and more—up to 30 items at one time. Also use your Visitor Card to download eBooks, magazines and audiobooks, and stream movies and music through the Library's eShelf collection. Sanibel Public Library hosts programs for kids of all ages throughout the year including storytimes, makerspace events, and special guests. Events are listed at the Library's online calendar.

Two-story, full-service library located along beautiful Riverwalk, next to SpringHill Suites by Marriott. We offer regular programming for all age groups and large events (e.g. Recycled Dreams Teen Fashion Show, festivals, live music). Features include Area 52 Creative Lab for teens, large youth area, Eaton Historical Room, local artwork, Friends bookstore, computers/printers and special collections. Our LITtle Discovery Center, where children ages 2 to 5, and their parent/guardian can have fun educational play, is two blocks away. In addition, there are five other Manatee Libraries' locations throughout Manatee. Subscribe to our monthly enewsletter, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @manateelibraries for the latest programming news.