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

Teen Book Tastings (On Demand)

All Day
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Discussions, , Virtual
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Teen Book Tastings is a video series of book recommendations across various genres for teenagers. Join us each month for a different theme! This month's theme is Winter Reads.

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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 "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group

FORTY CARROTS: PARTNERS IN MOVEMENT (LIVE)

9:30am–10:30am
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual
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(2 years -5 Years old): Yoga, Dance, Gymnastics and more.  This virtual group is for both parents and children to explore a child’s world while supporting fitness, emotional well-being and building social interaction skills.  The Zo

This event is in the "Adults" group

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
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Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Master Gardener Plant Clinic - Drop In Session

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Group Study Room
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
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Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees?

Need a plant or insect identified?

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

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

Holiday House craft

10:00am–5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Center
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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This is a passive program for a take-home craft.  Pick up your kit at the Circulation desk or use the attached template.  Watch the how-to video here:

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 "Families" group

Holiday House craft (On Demand)

10:00am–5:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
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This is a passive program for a take-home craft. Pick up your kit at the Selby Library Circulation desk or download the template (see Attachments). You can also find other free paper house and village templates on the web.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group

Baby Rhyme & Sign Time

10:15am–11:00am
Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Program Type: Storytimes
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Sign Language program for children 0 - 2 1/2 years old. Learn with Beebo the Signing Bear using songs, books, and toys. Older siblings welcome.

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

Baby Rhyme and Sign

10:15am–11:00am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type:
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This program is geared toward babies from newborn to age 2 ½ years. The 45 minute program includes songs, baby sign language, a book and playtime. Older siblings are welcome.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group

FORTY CARROTS: BABY YOGA (LIVE)

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual
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(0-14 Months) Let’s breath, stretch, relax and bond with our little ones in this new virtual group.  Each group offers a simple way to connect both emotionally and physically with your baby while connecting with others in your community.

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

Chess Club

11:30am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs
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Weekly meeting of local chess enthusiasts. Join in the fun! Questions? Call Heather at 941-861-1273.

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

E-help

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Technology Instruction
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Help with laptops, cell phones

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

E-help

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Technology Instruction
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Help with laptops, cell phones

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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tech Time Tuesdays @Venice Library

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction
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Open time for questions, sharing solutions

Bring your device and library staff will try to answer your questions in an informal group setting.
 

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

Tech Help via Zoom (Live)

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction, Virtual
Registration Required
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Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through a live, virtual appointment. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Blues on the Lawn

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music in the Libraries
Registration Required
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Join us for Blues on the Lawn at Fruitville Public Library.  This will be an outdoor socially distanced live musical performance. The program will be held on the lawn at the rear of the library building. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Extension Services: Family Green Living Kit (Live)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: , Virtual
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Although sustainability is a global issue, there are things you can do in your own home to make an impact.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group

Teen Writers Circle

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups
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This group is great for teens who love creative writing. Some things that our meetings will cover include: designing characters, writing short stories (or even long ones!), poetry, plotlines, group projects, story prompts, games, and more!

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

Spanish Learning Group: Grammar (Intermediate)

4:15pm–6:15pm
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
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Hola!  Join us for an evening of learning intermediate Spanish grammar and vocabulary and practicing conversational skills. 

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

Zen Coloring

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
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For ages 8-18. 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Young Adults section. Relieve stress by getting in tune with your inner child and tap into your creative, happy place.

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

Read with the Dogs

6:00pm–7:00pm
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Special Events
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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.