This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Writer's Circle (Live) Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Virtual Events Program Type: Discussion Groups, Virtual Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom ... Registration Open Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Writer's Circle (Live) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration Open Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Virtual Required Seats Remaining: 1 Details: The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mah Jongg for Experienced Players Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm Selby Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. A few cards will be provided for those who ... Waitlist Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Mah Jongg for Experienced Players 1:00pm - 3:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Let's Get Crafty Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats! We will be doing festive 4th of July Crafts! Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library. Waitlist Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Let's Get Crafty 2:00pm - 3:30pm Veranda Room Waitlist Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats! We will be doing festive 4th of July Crafts! Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Beginner Sewing: Sew a Zipper Pouch! Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Sewing in a zipper doesn't have to be difficult! Learn an easy way to make a small zipper pouch that can hold your coins, pencils, makeup or whatever you might need to for your sum... Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Beginner Sewing: Sew a Zipper Pouch! 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room Registration Closed Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Sewing in a zipper doesn't have to be difficult! Learn an easy way to make a small zipper pouch that can hold your coins, pencils, makeup or whatever you might need to for your summer adventures.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Alzheimer's Association: Brain Bus Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for an enlightening journey aboard the Brain Bus, a statewide initiative aimed at raising awareness about Alzheimer's and related dementias. Discover the importance of earl... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Alzheimer's Association: Brain Bus 3:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Details: Join us for an enlightening journey aboard the Brain Bus, a statewide initiative aimed at raising awareness about Alzheimer's and related dementias.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Yak and Yarn Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups Details: Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Tech Navigator Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Port Library Program Type: Technology Instruction Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready t... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction Details: Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Alzheimer's Association: Brain Bus Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Healthy Living Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Brain Bus raises awareness of Alzheimer’s and other dementias and addresses the benefits of early detection, early diagnosis, brain health and risk reduction. Visit the Brain B... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Alzheimer's Association: Brain Bus 10:00am - 1:00pm Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living Details: The Brain Bus raises awareness of Alzheimer’s and other dementias and addresses the benefits of early detection, early diagnosis, brain health and risk reduction.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Health in Motion: Cholesterol Screening Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Healthy Living Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Health in Motion: Cholesterol Screening 12:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living Details: The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Healthy Living for the Brain and Body Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: This program offers science-based recommendations about taking care of our brains and bodies. While there are currently no proven methods to prevent cognitive decline or dementia, ... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Healthy Living for the Brain and Body 12:15pm - 1:00pm Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures Details: This program offers science-based recommendations about taking care of our brains and bodies.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Quirky Knitters Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Reg... This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Quirky Knitters 1:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning Details: Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Master Gardener Plant Clinic Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them. Get expert advice on your landscaping needs. ... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Master Gardener Plant Clinic 1:30pm - 3:30pm Conference Room Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning Details: Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them. Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Build-A-Button Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Using our button maker machine, you'll have the opportunity to design and create your very own one-of-a-kind buttons. Express yourself, show off your artistic skills, or make a sta... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Build-A-Button 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Details: Using our button maker machine, you'll have the opportunity to design and create your very own one-of-a-kind buttons. Express yourself, show off your artistic skills, or make a statement - the possibilities are endless!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cricut Discovery Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Cricut Discovery 1:00pm - 2:00pm Creation Station Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction Required Seats Remaining: 1 Details: Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper to create personalized crafts and projects.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Let's Get Crafty Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination. In this walk-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Let's Get Crafty 2:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning Details: This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Creation Station Open House Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Creation Station, Technology Instruction Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Details: Curious about the Creation Station? Drop by to see all the tools and equipment we have to get your creativity flowing! This event is to view the Creation Station only; all patron u... This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Creation Station Open House 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Creation Station, Technology Instruction Details: Curious about the Creation Station? Drop by to see all the tools and equipment we have to get your creativity flowing! This event is to view the Creation Station only; all patron use of the Creation Station is by appointment.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Book Club Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Juliano Room at North Port Library Program Type: Book Discussions Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Book Club 3:00pm - 4:30pm Juliano Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Juliano Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions Details: Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. OneBlood: Blood Drive Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm Selby Library Program Type: Healthy Living Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Save a life! Come to donate blood with OneBlood. Their bus will be in the Selby Library parking lot. Learn more and register on their site here. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat OneBlood: Blood Drive 10:00am - 3:00pm Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living Details: Save a life! Come to donate blood with OneBlood. Their bus will be in the Selby Library parking lot. Learn more and register on their site here.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Beginner Origami Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to... Waitlist Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Beginner Origami 10:30am - 12:30pm Creation Station Waitlist Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Celestial Navigation Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Details: A Sidewalk Astronomer will teach you how to recognize star patterns and use them as a map! You will also build a simple sextant to measure your latitude on Earth. Partic... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Celestial Navigation 1:00pm - 2:30pm Veranda Room Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 30 Details: A Sidewalk Astronomer will teach you how to recognize star patterns and use them as a map! You will also build a simple sextant to measure your latitude on Earth.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Meditate with a Blue Lotus Monk Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, History & Culture, Special Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Monk San will guide us in a peaceful meditation here at the library. No previous experience or materials required. If you have a meditation cushion or yoga mat, you are welcome to ... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Meditate with a Blue Lotus Monk 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room Registration Open Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, History & Culture, Special Events Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Monk San will guide us in a peaceful meditation here at the library. No previous experience or materials required. If you have a meditation cushion or yoga mat, you are welcome to bring it with you.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Death Cafe Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Death Cafe returns to Venice Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death, life, dying, individual and family experiences wit... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Death Cafe 1:30pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Room Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups Details: The Death Cafe returns to Venice Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death, life, dying, individual and family experiences with death and its place in our lives. Come and share.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Water Color Painting Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: All materials will be provided, including watercolor paints, brushes, and paper. Just bring your enthusiasm and creative spirit! Walk-ins are welcome, so drop by anytime d... This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Water Color Painting 2:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Details: All materials will be provided, including watercolor paints, brushes, and paper. Just bring your enthusiasm and creative spirit!
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Music & More from Down Under and Beyond Monday, June 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Creation Station, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Special Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Details: Music & More from Down Under and Beyond takes the audience on a musical journey to Australia and other distant lands, as master didgeridoo performer Darren Liebman pl... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Music & More from Down Under and Beyond 2:30pm - 3:30pm Veranda Room Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Creation Station, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Special Events Required Seats Remaining: 16 Details: Music & More from Down Under and Beyond takes the audience on a musical journey to Australia and other distant lands, as master didgeridoo performer Darren Liebman plays an assortment of didgeridoos and worldly percussion instru