This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gulf Gate French Conversation Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Details:

For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Come practice speaking the romantic language of French.

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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Children's Craft

10:00am - 5:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Story Time Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Make a craft celebrating Spring in the story time room.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.

Storytime

10:15am - 11:00am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Storytime Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

Enjoy interacting with your child by participating in early literacy activities that include music and movement, books, crafts, and educational activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crocheting Group

10:15am - 12:00pm
Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

File Management Basics

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Learning Lab
Registration Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

After completing Computer Basics, Parts 1 and 2, the student is ready to learn File Management. The basics of file creating and organizing will be demonstrated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book - a - Tech Librarian

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Instruction
Details:

Want to learn more about using a computer or your device?

Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians.

Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm.

Call 941-861-1360 to sign up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing Through Loss

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Details:

Loss of friends and family, work, physical ability or a sense of identity ... these realities signal critical life changes, but can also be catalysts for personal growth.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Socrates Cafe

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Details:

Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic teaching; the idea that we learn.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Blind Vision: A Veteran's Story From Trauma To Triumph.

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Lifelong Learning
Details:

This is an inspirational memoir of a man who not only recovered from his Viet Nam War wounds that blinded him, but from the force of darkness of self-pity, frustration, and despair.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

OverDrive and cloudLibrary Help Desk

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Learning Lab
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Technology Instruction
Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Room

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs
Details:
Teens Grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hangout, have snacks, play games, and more.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen and Tween Afterschool Tech Playground

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Details:

Choose from a variety of technologies to explore, including Makey Makey, Little Bits, Dash and Dot robots, and our Luzbot 3D printer.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Youth Chess Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Details:

Join us for an afternoon of strategy and fun! Families and children ages 7+ are welcome!

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Weekly Movies

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Center
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Chill with friends and watch a movie.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Green Living
Details:

If you are interested in understanding residential solar hot water and solar photovoltaic technologies better, this workshop is for you.

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Girls Who Code

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Details:

Girls in grades 6-12 are invited to explore code in a fun and friendly way! Learn the core 4 computer science concepts every programmer needs to know, and complete a Community Service Impact Project.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

LEGO Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Details:

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Book/Movie Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Discuss the book and watch the film with other teens. For ages 11-18. Contact the library for titles.

 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Social Nights

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Zone
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Games, Movies
Details:

Make new friends while hanging out on the fourth Wednesday of every month. FREE refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. There is no advance registration required. Just show up and have fun.

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.

Legacy Trail Extension Presentation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Juliano Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Voting
Details:

A public presentation by Friends of the Legacy Trail on Sarasota County's Legacy Trail and current proposals to expand the trail.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Knitting Corner

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Story Time Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Bring your favorite project and knitting supplies, and enjoy the company of fellow enthusiasts. Feel free to bring your favorite tips, patterns, or snacks to share with the group.