Get ready to embark on a literary adventure! The Friends of the Library of Collier County are thrilled to announce the grand return of their 5th annual Local Author Book Fair. Join us at the South Regional Library on Saturday, November 18th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's an event you won't want to miss!

In the lead-up to this exciting event, our public service librarians had the pleasure of sitting down with some of our favorite local authors. To dive into these engaging author interviews, all you have to do is visit our YouTube channel or check out our virtual programming page on our website. It's your backstage pass to the creative minds that bring stories to life. 

Curious to know who's on the guest list for this year's Book Fair? Look no further; simply click here for the full lineup. Join us for a day of books, authors, and literary discovery.

Does your child need practice reading? Does your child like dogs? If so, we are delighted to share some exciting information with you. In collaboration with Golden PAWS Assistance and Therapy Dogs, we extend a cordial invitation for you and your child to partake in a unique experience at the Headquarters Library. On the third Saturday of every month, between the hours of 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM, we offer a remarkable opportunity for your child to engage with a certified therapy dog, either through reading to them or simply enjoying the pleasure of their companionship.

The Golden PAWS Assistance and Therapy Dogs possess an exceptional capacity for attentive listening, providing an unobtrusive and comforting presence that empowers children to hone their reading skills in an environment free of judgment. No prior registration is required.
 
To learn more about this event, visit CollierLibrary.org/Events

Would you like to gain access to more libraries and e-resources? Collier County Public Library cardholders are encouraged to obtain a SWFLN reciprocal borrowing sticker. This sticker allows patrons to sign up for library cards in four different counties, such as Charlotte, Desoto, Hendry, and Lee. Obtaining a SWFLN sticker is easy, provided that your account with Collier County Public Library is in good standing and up to date.

If your account meets these criteria, we will affix a SWFLN sticker to your library card. With this sticker, you can visit any of the four other counties to sign up for a library card. The library card obtained in other counties is valid until the end of the current calendar year and can be renewed each year, as long as your account with CCPL remains in good standing.

This program is made possible by the Southwest Florida Library Network (SWFLN), a non-profit organization that promotes interlibrary collaboration and more. To obtain your SWFLN sticker, simply visit one of the Collier County Public Libraries today.

For additional information on SWFLN Reciprocal Borrowing, please visit SWFLN.org/reciprocal-borrowing/.

November's Book Discussions

In-person Book Discussions

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Thursday, November 2 at 2:00 PM - Golden Gate Branch Library 

Mystery Book Club

Monday, November 13 at 2:00 PM - Headquarters Regional Library

Go As a River by Shelley Read
Wednesday, November, 15 at 2:00 PM - East Naples Library

Queen Charlotte by Julia Quinn & Shonda Rhimes
Virtual Book Discussions

The Paris Library by Janet Skeslein

Tuesday, November 21 at 2:00 PM on Facebook.com/colliercountylibrary

Tuesday, November 28 at 2:00 PM on Zoom - link will be provided upon registration.

To learn more about or register for these book discussions, visit CollierLibrary.org/Events.

Thursday, November 30 at 2:00 PM - Headquarters Regional Library

Staff Spotlight: Trending on Hoopla

Hoopla is a digital media service that provides access to a wide range of digital content, including movies, TV shows, music, e-books, audiobooks, comics, and more. It is offered through Collier County Public Library as a way for patrons to borrow, stream, or download digital media for free with their library card. This month, our staff spotlight is focused on some of their most popular content. 

BingePasses
Hoopla "BingePasses" are curated collections of digital content that can be borrowed and enjoyed by users for a specific period of time, with unlimited access during that time frame. They are designed for binge-watching or binge-reading, allowing users to consume multiple episodes of a TV series, volumes of a comic book, magazines, or related content in a convenient and organized manner.

Trending BingePasses on Hoopla

Hallmark Movies Now BingePass

Hoopla Magazines BingePass

Trending Audiobooks on Hoopla

The Coworker by Freida McFadden
The Coworker is a tense thriller from New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden that explores the dark ways the past can echo through the present—with deadly consequences.

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingslover
From the acclaimed author of The Poisonwood Bible and The Bean Trees, a brilliant novel that enthralls, compels, and captures the heart as it evokes a young hero's unforgettable journey to maturity. Also available as an eBook.

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Charming, compulsively readable, and full of wit, Shelby Van Pelt's debut novel is a beautiful exploration of friendship, reckoning, and hope-a reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible. Also available as an eBook.

The Lonely Hearts Book Club by Lucy Gilmore
A young librarian and an old curmudgeon forge the unlikeliest of friendships in this charming, feel-good novel about one misfit book club and the lives (and loves) it changed along the way. Also available as an eBook.

Trending eBooks on Hoopla

Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica
A husband’s disappearance inextricably links two couples in this twisty thriller from this New York Times bestselling author.

Hallowe'en Party by Agatha Christie
At a Hallowe’en party, Joyce – a hostile thirteen-year-old – boasts that she once witnessed a murder. When no-one believes her, she storms off home. But within hours her body is found, still in the house, drowned in an apple-bobbing tub. That night, Hercule Poirot is called in to find the ‘evil presence’. But first he must establish whether he is looking for a murderer or a double-murderer.

The Blue Zones Kitchen by Dan Buettner
Best-selling Blue Zones Kitchen author Dan Buettner spent years uncovering the Blue Zones - the five places around the world where people consistently live to or past, 100. In this book, he shares lifestyle tips and recipes gleaned from his travels

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins 
Years before he becomes the tyrannical president of Panem, 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow remains the last hope for his fading lineage. With the 10th annual Hunger Games fast approaching, the young Snow becomes alarmed when he's assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird from District 12.

Trending Movies on Hoopla

Oppenheimer: The Real Story
This documentary covers Oppenheimer's contribution to nuclear physics as a professor and leader of the Los Alamos Laboratory.

The River Why
Sick of living in a home shrouded with secrets, lies, and a smothering sense of competition, Gus runs away from home and the shadow of his famous fly-fishing father. Determined to live life like he wants it, Gus makes his new home in a secluded cabin on the banks of a river where he plans to fish all day. Instead, he is propelled into a quest for self-discovery

The Hating Game
Based on the best-selling book, the Hating Game tells the story of ambitious good girl Lucy Hutton and her cold, efficient work nemesis, Joshua Templeton. Committed to achieving professional success without compromising her ethics, Lucy ultimately embarks on a ruthless game of one-upmanship against Josh, a rivalry that is increasingly complicated by her mounting attraction to him.

So B. It
Based on the New York Times Best-selling novel, a young prodigy named Heidi has a lucky streak that has a way of pointing her in the right direction. When a mysterious word in her mother′s vocabulary begins to haunt her, Heidi′s thirst for the truth leads her on a cross-country journey in search of the secrets of her past. 

Collier County Public Library's Book Sale is Coming Soon!
 

Looking to expand your book collection? Look no further! The highly anticipated Collier County Public Library's grand annual book sale is just around the corner. Our extensive selection includes a wide variety of literary treasures that cater to all tastes and preferences.

At this extraordinary sale, you'll discover an array of items, ranging from classic and contemporary books to DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, and much more. Our collection spans across genres, offering something for everyone, from youngsters exploring juvenile literature to young adults immersed in captivating novels. Whether you're seeking fictional adventures, factual knowledge, large print editions, culinary inspirations, captivating coffee table books, or enigmatic mysteries, we have it all. What's even more enticing is our affordability. Prices start at a mere $0.50, making it the perfect opportunity to indulge in your passion for reading without breaking the bank.

Mark your calendars now for our upcoming book sale, taking place at the Naples Regional Library from January 24th - 27th, 2024. However, note that January 24th is reserved exclusively for members of the Friends of the Library. The sale officially opens to the public on January 25th and runs until January 27th, offering ample time for everyone to explore and discover their next favorite reads.

For detailed information on specific dates and times, please consult our Events Calendar.

Save These Dates! 

Get ready for a holiday season like no other! But first, we want to keep you in the know about our library hours during the upcoming Veterans Day and Thanksgiving holidays. All libraries will be closed on Friday, November 10 for Veterans Day and on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24 for Thanksgiving. But don't worry - we've got something special in store to make these holidays unforgettable!

For the Kids
On Saturday, November 11, we invite you to join us for a Veterans Day Celebration featuring crafts and a special storytime at Headquarters Regional Library. Additionally, the Marco Island Branch Library will be hosting Thanksgiving crafts on the same day. If you're eager to learn about Turkeys and how to make cranberry salad, don't miss the event at the Estates Branch on Monday, November 13.

For the Adults
The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, yet most often leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. If you can relate, check out the Organizing for Stress-Free Holidays event at South Regional Library on Thursday, November 9. 

For Everyone
The Friends of the Library of Collier County present their 5th annual Local Author Book Fair at the South Regional Library on Saturday, November 18. Don't miss this chance to connect with our vibrant local authors and treat yourself to the enchanting experience of watching two of our talented children's authors bring their tales to life in captivating storytimes. 

To register or learn more about these events, as well as the rest of our programming for this month, visit CollierLibrary.org/Events.