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.
In April, ArtCart waxes poetic with block out and collage poetry and paper flowers. Ask for the cart at the youth desk.
Enjoy interacting with your child by participating in early literacy activities that include music and movement, books, crafts, and educational activities.
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 and crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! Bring your own yarn and needles. Supplies provided for beginners.
Learn to speak common Spanish phrases in a fun, relaxed environment. This 8 week course is designed for adult beginners who have little or no background in Spanish. You will learn Spanish vocabulary for meeting other people and greetin
This first of a two-part class is for people who have no prior knowledge of computers. Participants learn about the Windows operating system and terminology related to using the computer keyboard and mouse.
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.
Learn to download library eBooks and audiobooks onto your device.
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.
Learn to download library eBooks and audiobooks onto your device.
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.
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Teen Room
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, and more.
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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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Teen Science Cafe
Join Mote scientists to learn about marine life and habitat.
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 where reading and writing are fun! Using nature to inspire us as readers and writers.
For ages 6 and up.
Join us for a discussion about making the library a better place for teens! We will discuss programming, volunteering opportunities, and more.
Gulf Gate Dungeon and Dragons Club
You've seen it on Stranger Things. Now play it with other teens. The group is open to beginners and advanced players. If you have a desire to DM, we are definitely looking for you. Please contact Robert at the library for more details.
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.
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
For ages 4 and up.
Join us for lively discussion of a chosen title. New book each month! No previous attendance necessary--all are welcome to join.