What's New
2025 Amateur Photo Contest:
"Charlotte in Color"
The judges have spoken. The votes are in. See this year's winners!
Get the latest library news
Stay in the loop when you sign up for emails. We're sharing cool programs and hot new books!
Winter Staff Picks
Cozy up with a great book! See what your library staff are loving this season.
Mid-County Project Updates
Charlotte County is sharing hurricane repair updates. See the latest progress at our main library.
Featured Events
Upcoming Events
| Title: | Mantra Butterfly Shadow Box Craft |
| From: | 3:00pm Saturday, March 22, 2025 |
| To: | 4:30pm Saturday, March 22, 2025 |
| Presenter: | Pop Up Art School |
| Location: | Large meeting room - PCL |
| Library Branch: | Port Charlotte |
| Audiences: | Kids and Families |
| Categories: | Arts and crafts, Special events |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
| Description: | Join Pop Up Art School to learn about the muralist Mantra and paint your own realistic or imaginative butterfly to mount in a paper shadow box. Don’t forget to stop by our caterpillar and butterfly exhibit for inspiration! This program is recommended for ages 7-10. |
| Title: | It's All About the Eyes |
| From: | 10:30am Tuesday, March 25, 2025 |
| To: | 11:30am Tuesday, March 25, 2025 |
| Location: | Room A - PG |
| Library Branch: | Punta Gorda |
| Audiences: | Adults |
| Categories: | Health, safety, and aging, Special events |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
| Description: | Unlock the secrets to enhancing your eyes with our hands-on makeup experience! Discover the best colors to make your eyes pop, techniques tailored to your eye shape, and tips for a youthful, refreshed look. If you like this event, you might enjoy the upcoming program Tips for Lips! |
| Title: | Train 'em Card Tournament |
| From: | 12:30pm Saturday, March 29, 2025 |
| To: | 5:00pm Saturday, March 29, 2025 |
| Library Branch: | Punta Gorda |
| Audiences: | Adults, Kids and Families, Teens |
| Categories: | Games, Special events |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
| Description: | The Train 'em Card Club is hosting a library trading card game tournament! Make sure to bring your cards and card sleeves as you embark on this pocket monster competition. Please arrive early so your deck can be checked by a Pokémon Professor before we start. Remember that only standard cards (cards with regulation marks F, G, or H) are allowed. This will be a single elimination tournament. You can come in the day before to have your deck checked by a Pokémon Professor. Whether you are a new attendee or a Train 'em Card Club regular, join us as we compete to become the best there ever was! This program is intended for children ages 6+. Prizes: 1st Place: Pokémon trophy and 3 booster packs 2nd Place: 2 booster packs 3rd Place: 1 booster pack Questions? See Pokémon Professors Mr. Lee, Ms. Liz, or Mr. Drew at the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library for more information. |
