Next month’s roster of activities at East County Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public:

Adult Programs

• Chess Anyone?

2 p.m. Mondays, March 7, 14, 21, 28

Rise to the chess challenge and join the fun. Chess enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. Bring your own chess set or use one of ours. Sponsored by Friends of the East County Regional Library.

• Book Discussion: “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner

3:30 p.m. Monday, March 7

Secretly dispensing poisons to liberate women from the men who have wronged them, a London apothecary triggers unintended consequences that shape three lives across multiple centuries.

• Download Drop-In

11 a.m. Tuesdays, March 8, 22

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music and more from Overdrive and Hoopla, two of Lee County Library System’s largest online content providers. Bring your fully charged digital device for this hands-on help session. Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps. Kindle users will also need an Amazon account and their password for accessing it.

• Knit and Stitch

5 p.m. Wednesdays, March 9, 23

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters that join together to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools. Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

• East County Craft Club: Paper Dogwood Branch

2 p.m. Saturday, March 12

Learn how to make a paper dogwood branch for a flowery springtime decoration. This program is intended for ages 18 and up. Registration is required.

Children’s Programs

• Preschool Play Date

10 a.m. Thursday, March 3

For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Meet new friends while developing early literacy skills through free play with games, toys and music.

• Kids Read Down Fines

4 – 5 p.m. Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

1 – 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19

Children and teens can earn a $2 credit on overdue fines for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Please bring your library card.

• Chess Anyone?

2 p.m. Mondays, March 7, 14, 21, 28

Rise to the chess challenge and join the fun. Chess enthusiasts of all ages are welcome! Bring your own chess set or use one of ours. Sponsored by Friends of the East County Regional Library.

• Bubble Dance Party

10 a.m. Thursday, March 10

Families with children ages birth to 5 are invited to dance, sing and play with bubbles!

• Toddler Tales

10 a.m. Tuesdays, March 15, 29

For ages 18-36 months and caregivers. Toddlers and caregivers move and groove during this interactive storytime.

• Family Storytime

10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, March 16, 30

For children through age 5 and caregivers. Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

• Preschool Storytime

10 a.m. Thursdays, March 17, 31

For ages 3-5. Children attend this program independently while parents and caregivers wait nearby.

• STEAM Storytime

1 p.m. Saturday, March 19

Children in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a STEAM Storytime that will feature a story and an activity based on the aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This is a great opportunity for parents and kids to learn and get creative together.

• Family Movie

1 p.m. Saturday, March 26

Start the weekend with a movie. Children in grades K-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a family friendly movie. You bring the snacks and we will provide the movie and the seats. Call the library for the movie title before the event. Movie shown will be rated G.

Teen Programs

• Library Teen Talk

2 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, 8, 15, 29

Grab your friends and join us for a weekly discussion about current events, everyday life, library resources and more. Teens in high school will be encouraged to post an answer to a weekly question while socializing and making new friends.

• Chess Anyone?

2 p.m. Mondays, March 7, 14, 21, 28

Rise to the chess challenge and join the fun. Chess enthusiasts of all ages are welcome! Bring your own chess set or use one of ours. Sponsored by Friends of the East County Regional Library.

• Game Day

Wednesday, March 16

2 p.m. – High School

4:30 p.m. – Middle School

Play board games, video games, card games and more at the library! Middle and High school teens are invited to join us for fun, games and socializing with friends after school.

The East County Regional Library is at 881 Gunnery Road in Lehigh Acres. For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at 239-533-4200. Check the Lee County Library System’s website 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.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Lee County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in its services, programs or activities. To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a reasonable modification to participate, contact Joan LaGuardia, 239-533-2314, Florida Relay Service 711, or jlaguardia@leegov.com.  Accommodation will be provided at no cost to the requestor. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance.