Rain Barrel Workshop

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Green Living
Details:

Learn how the use of rain barrels can conserve water, save money by reducing the use of potable water in landscapes (lower utility bills), and reduce stormwater runoff by storing and diverting runoff from impervious surfaces (like roofs).

Genealogical Society of Sarasota Program & Meeting.

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning, Genealogy, Lectures
Details:

This month: Planning and Preparation for a Rewarding Genealogy Research Trip, Home or Abroad. Carol Campbell 

ArtCart

10:00am - 4:45pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Details:

Keep calm and create with self-directed arts and crafts projects.   Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

Spanish Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type: Spanish/En Español, Storytimes
Details:

For ages 3-11.  Bilingual stories, songs, and activities.  Learn new words and practice language skills.  Presented by library volunteer, Lourdes Fuller.  Everyone welcome!

Parent/Caregiver Networking and Kids' Fun Zone

10:30am - 11:45am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Games
Details:

Meet new friends and chat with other parents and caregivers while your kids play and read in the picture book area. Enjoy a place to chill after walking around the Downtown Farmers Market!

Reservation

Beginning English ESOL Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Room Use

Practice speaking English! Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. Please call 941-955-0421 to register as an ESOL learner with the Literacy Council of Sarasota.

Conversation Cafe

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Practice speaking English! Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. Please call 941-955-0421 to register as an ESOL learner with the Literacy Council of Sarasota.

Teen Advisory Board

10:30am - 12:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Closed
Required
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Details:

Earn community service hours while you help shape the future of the library.  Create, develop, execute, and lead programs and activities.  Influence collection and service decisions. 

Drop-In Craft

10:30am - 2:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Families, All Ages
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Drop into the Youth Department and create your very own crafts perfect for celebrating mothers everywhere!

Middle School Service Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
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: Clubs, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Are you in Grades 6-8 and need service hours for school? Club members should plan to attend the monthly meetings and assist with at least one additional program per month. A club agreement can be picked up at your first meeting.

 

Gulf Gate Dungeon and Dragons Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Details:

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.

Ukrainian Egg Demonstration

11:30am - 12:30pm
All Ages
Story Time Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Join us for a demonstration of Ukrainian Easter egg decorating! Learn more about this art, where beautifully intricate designs are made with a combination of beeswax and dyes.

LEGO Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Bring your imagination to life with LEGO®! Come build machines, animals, architecture, monsters, and more every second Saturday of the month. LEGO pieces will be provided. For children ages 5-11.

Teen Advisory Board

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Details:

Join the Teen Advisory Board to make a difference at your local library and get community service hours. Make decisions about upcoming teen events, the Teen Zone, and the YA collection. Pizza will be provided!

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