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.
Find yourself in the ZONE! Uninterrupted time to work on your novel for National Novel Writing Month in an official Come Write In location. Find out more here: https://nanowrimo.org/
Forty Carrots- Partners in Play
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
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.
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.
Open Lab in the Creation Station
Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Forty Carrots- Partners in Play
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
Meeting
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.
Everyone has stories that shaped their lives. Writing down events, memories, conversations, news, or anything you want, will help you remember the good, strengthen your memory, and teach you more about yourself.
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.
Les Paul was the godfather of the electric guitar and inventor of multi-track “sound on sound” recording. A musical pioneer, inventor and innovator who changed the music industry as we know it.
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.
Teen Room
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, and more.
Disclaimer(s)
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Drop-in to make art with Spirograph's! All ages welcome.
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
Growing Young readers and Writers
A club for kids who love reading, writing, and nature! Weekly sessions using nature as inspiration.
For ages 7 and up.
Getting the Most Out of Google and Its Apps for Beginners
Join us to learn about and practice using all the cool things a Google/Gmail account allows you to do. This class is aimed at Beginners, new to using Google. It's also primarily for those with Android devices or Windows 10 computers.
For ages 11-18. Hang out with us and join in on our monthly book discussion. Contact the library for this month's book title.
Come celebrate the holiday with friends. This is a program for families with children. This program is presented in conjunction with the Gan at Temple Sinai. Hear the story; enjoy the music and seasonal food.
Work on your sewing and textiles projects using the library's equipment and tools. Bring fabric, thread, yarn, and other materials needed for your project.
This program is open to teens and tweens in grades 6-12, and counts as community service hours. Join our monthly TAB Meeting to discuss & plan upcoming teen events, discuss collection needs, discuss volunteer issues and training, an
Join us at the Wednesday Evening Book Discussion to discuss a chosen title. New book every month! All are welcome to join--no previous attendance necessary.