Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Partners in Play®
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
Family Story Time
For ages 2-8. Join us for Family Story Time. Enjoy stories, movement activities, songs and more at this early literacy program.
Genealogy Assistance.
Summer Lunch Program
This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
Summer Lunch for Ages 18 and Under
Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.
Quirky Knitters
Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!
Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.
Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.
Fun To Be Fit Kids "Bigs" Class
Join Ms. Adrianne and her Fun To Be Kit Bigs Class for ages 6 - 8.
Join us for a class full of dancing, fitness games and a whole lot of fun!
Registration is required as space is limited.
Use LED lights, paper lanterns, and streamers to make a Glowing Jellyfish Lantern for your room!
Under the Sea Jars- Tweens/Teens
For ages 9-18. Make captivating mason lantern jars with an ocean theme. Seating is limited. First come, first served. Please come to the Youth Desk starting 1 hour ahead.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (LIVE)
Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens: Reptiles Rule
A zoologist will bring a few live reptiles from Sarasota Jungle Gardens to visit the library. Learn all about them and see them up close.
Local Color Summer 2022 Series: Part 2
Join us for an evening community conversation about education. Share your voice with our host, Renee James Gilmore, and local residents about the learning environment.
Join us for an evening community conversation about education. Share your voice with our host, Renee James Gilmore, and local residents about the learning environment.