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Great Decisions Group Discussion

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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The Great Decisions Group discusses timely international topics during eight Monday morning meetings from January 28 through March 25 (excluding Presidents Day).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Green Living
Details:

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? On the first and third Monday mornings of every month, from 10:00 a.m.

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

OverDrive and cloudLibrary Help Desk

10:00am - 12:00pm
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
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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.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

AARP Tax Aide

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
Details:

Tax Help

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

Girls STEAM Ahead Robotics Workshop

10:00am - 4:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Youth Activity Room
Registration Closed
Required
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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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Special Events, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Enjoy building a robot with VEXiQ Robotics! Test your attention to detail and watch your robot come alive!

Build a Clawbot in teams of 3-4 girls and compete in the robotics timed challenge.

Girls STEAM Ahead!

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SHINE

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.  Then from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

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

Baby/Toddler Story Time

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

Join us for a traditional program of stories, rhymes, songs, and activities.

For 0 to 30 months with caregivers.

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

Great Decisions Discussion Group

10:15am - 12:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Details:
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The name is shared by a national civic-education program, briefing book and television series administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association.
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Author David Mathers

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Details:

Florida Author David Mather presents his latest novel Raw Dawgin' .

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

AARP Tax Aide

10:30am - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
Details:
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. By appointment only. You must schedule your appointment in person at Elsie Quirk Library's front desk.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Preschool Story Time

11:00am - 11:45pm
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

Join us for stories, rhymes, and music. Concludes with a craft.

For 2 1/2 to 5 years with caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Meet the Author: Dick Wall

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Book Sales
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Details:

Join us to hear Dick Wall talk about "Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart," a memoir written by his wife. Carol Wall died of breast cancer complications shortly after the

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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Family Movie: Toy Story

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Join us for our afternoon family movie, Toy Story.

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

Spring Break Teen Movie: Black Panther

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Teens, looking for something to do on Spring Break? Come join us in the teen room for the movie screening of Black Panther, rated PG 13. Snacks will be provided.

This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.

Spring Crafts

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Enjoy making lots of spring themed crafts! For ages 2-11.

Reservation

Venice Poets

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room C
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Study Room C
Purpose of Meeting

discuss and write poetry

Reservation

chess club

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

playing chess

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

iPhones and iPads for Beginners

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Technology Instruction
Details:

 Learn the basics of using your iPad and iPhone. Class will cover the buttons, navigating and understanding the settings menus/options, connecting to the internet, navigating internet menus (Safari), and basic sharing features.

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

Interlibrary Loan and Library Catalog Searching Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Learning Lab
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Details:

As of 3/14/19, the searching class has been replaced with a drop-in help desk for catalog searching, library mobile app, and interlibrary loan questions.

No registration necessary. Just stop by or drop in between 2 and 3 p.m.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tax Help
Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

AARP Income Tax Assistance

3:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Tax Help
Details:

Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide Program will be available for free individual tax preparation and e-filing. Any age/income level welcome. Please bring a photo ID (required), and any other documents that apply.

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Spanish Conversation Learning Group

3:15pm - 4:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Spanish/En Español
Details:

Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5, join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.

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

Read with the Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 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)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Details:

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.

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

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

Read with the Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Storytime Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Special Events
Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crocheting Group

4:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "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 "All Ages" group.

Open Lab in the Creation Station

4:30pm - 7:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Details:

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.

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.
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.

LEGOs at the Library

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
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), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Games
Details:

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

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

Spring Break Teen Movie: Black Panther

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Teens, looking for something to do on Spring Break? Come join us in the teen room for the movie screening of Black Panther, rated PG 13. Snacks will be provided.

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

Monday Night Movies

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Details:
Come and enjoy free movies on our big screen. Contact the library for movie titles.
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.

Cancelled - English for Spanish Speakers - Gratis Clase de Ingles para Hispanohablantes

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Spanish/En Español
Details:
This class is for Spanish speakers, who want to improve their English skills in speaking, and understanding English, with emphasis on correct pronunciation. Students must be able to speak some basic English.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Family Movie: Toy Story

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Did you miss the first showing of Toy Story? Well we are playing it again!