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This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes,
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Games,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
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| 10:30am |
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Youth,
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Hula Hoops for Littles
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Healthy Living
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Join presenter Amy Bradley each month for a special class with hula hoops, props, games, and activities designed especially for littles! Best for ages 1-5. Registration required.
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| 11:00am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Genealogy
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Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions!
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| 12:00pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Games,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
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| 12:15pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Osprey FOL Meeting
1:00pm–4:00pm
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
Library Branch:
Osprey Library and History Center
Room:
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Learning Lab
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Arts & Crafts: Chinese New Year Take-Out
2:00pm–4:00pm
Learning Lab
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning
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Ring in the Chinese New Year! Repurpose a Chinese take-away box to plant a sprout. All materials are provided. These classes are popular. Seating is limited. Adults only. First come, first seated.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Travelogue | Japan III - Ise-Shima, Kyoto
2:00pm–3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Cultural Life,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
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In the final part of this series, we journey to Ise-Shima, a region of profound spiritual heritage and natural beauty.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Meeting Room B
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
LEGO Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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Join us every other Tuesday in the Creation Station to show off your LEGO building talents. Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.
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This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Venice Yoga: Mindfulness Movements with Venice Kids Yoga for Tweens and Teens
4:30pm–5:30pm
Youth Activity Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Cultural Life,
Healthy Living
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Practice yoga and mindfulness activities with instructor Sarah Thurow!
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Learning Lab
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Anime Club
4:45pm–6:00pm
Learning Lab
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups
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Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether you’ve just discovered anime or you’ve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!
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