Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs. For ages 0-2 years old.

This class builds on the iPads for Beginners Part 1 class. Topics will include, using email, saving and sharing, organizing apps, & also how to download Sarasota Library eBooks (Sarasota Library card and pin # is required).

 Ask Bob, our local Windows expert, any questions about your PC or Laptop.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Join Forty Carrots for a time of sharing and meaningful play. Your child can practice social and motor skills while you chat with trained parenting educators.

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited to 80 people. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

 Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children. For ages 2-3.

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Spend quality time singing, dancing, exercising, and having fun! For ages 0-5.

Topics to be discussed: * Claiming rules for married couples, divorced individuals and minor children * Strategies and time limits that could potentially increase your benefits * How cost-of-living adjustments affect your Social Security * How to

ESOL Conversation Group for intermediate to higher level ESL learners.

Students MUST first be registered with the Literacy Council

Contact:  Sue Bergstrom 941-955-0421

Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.

Ages 0-5. Interact and participate with your child in a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness activities.

 Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, songs, dancing, learning Kindergarten readiness skills and craft activities. For ages 3-6.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Join Forty Carrots for a time of sharing and meaningful play. Your child can practice social and motor skills while you chat with trained parenting educators.

Looking to mix up your lunch hour?

Bring your lunch and join us for short stories, poetry and more! 

Every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.

A Sarasota Chiropractor teaches ways avoid the number one cause of injury to the elderly - hip fractures. 

This event occurs only on April 19, May 17, and June 21 at 1 p.m. for one hour.

Topics to be discussed: * Running the retirement marathon * Long-term care considerations * How not to outlive your money * How taxes and inflation impact retirement * Stretch IRAs * RMDs * Exit Strategies Presented by the Foundation for Financial

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.

We'll cover the basics of searching the library's catalog to find books and other materials, as well as tips and tricks to improve your searches. 

For people who want to improve their Spanish speaking skills. Come practice your pronunciation and oral understanding through conversation and instruction of this romantic language. Everyone is welcome.

Join Baila Miller as she discusses "Fiddler on the Roof" and its orchestral influences in the development of modern culture. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

Are you a movie buff? Interested in watching critically acclaimed films and learning a little bit about the movie industry as well?

Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets.

Join us as a representative from The Foundation of Financial Education leads a class to help you better understand how to plan for retirement. 

Ages: tweens/teens. Celebrate poetry month by creating your own poem in a pocket.

Join us after school and follow a guided activity to make a slimy creation or use our art supplies to work on your own project.

Open to ages 7 and up.

Luis can help alleviate your technology frustrations! Our resident expert specializes in Android and Windows systems. Stop in for assistance, or call 941-861-1744 to make an appointment.

Join us for a discussion about making the library a better place for teens! We will discuss programming, volunteering opportunities, and more.

Join us for our monthly movie night!

Do It Yourself and experience the joy of creation. A variety of projects and materials will be available to explore. Thursdays from 5 - 7:30 p.m. April 5: Decorate wooden blocks with collage, paint and poems to make personalized gifts.

Join us for our weekly board game night! LEGOs are also available upon request. A great way to spend time with the family.

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are all welcome!

Join us for stories, activities, songs, and more!

Learn the fundamentals of sewing, from threading the machine to finishing touches. Make and take an item sewn by you! Materials are provided, class is free!

An open block of time for a teen takeover in the Creation Station. Your tools include audio production equipment, a 3D printer, Creative Cloud software and much more!

Teen programs are recommended for grades 6-12.