All Lee County Library System locations and services will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Be thrilled and inspired by more than 20 authors at the 27th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival! Readers of all ages can meet their favorite writers, hear behind-the-scenes stories, get books signed and more at this free, outdoor event from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Fort Myers Regional Library.

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This exclusive event is an amazing opportunity to meet and mingle with our featured festival authors from 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, March 6. Tickets are on sale now through Feb. 1 at the festival website. 

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The Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will hold a public hearing at 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23 at the Lee County Administration East building, 2201 Second St. to consider amending the MPO’s FY2025-26 through FY2029-30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Documents are available for public review by visiting the MPO Website.