Genealogy Assistance

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
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Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

AARP Tax Help

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tax Help
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Tax help provided by AARP. 

AARP will be taking appointments starting Jan. 24 - 26, 2023

Tax help appointments will be held Feb. 1 - April 13, 2023

Storytime

10:15am–11:00am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Community Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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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), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
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Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Storytime includes themed stories, songs and a craft.

Registration is required as space is limited.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

10:15am–11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: ,
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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.

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

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

10:15am–11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type:
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

Knit and Crocheting Group

10:15am–12:00pm
Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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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.

AARP Tax Aide

10:30am–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
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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.

Storytime

11:15am–11:45am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 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), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
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Join us at the North Port Library for storytime!  Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! 

Wonder On Wednesdays

11:15am–12:00pm
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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This program features a variety of coloring and craft projects for kids to be as creative as possible.

This program is geared for ages 2-6. Registration is not required.

Off the Shelf Book Club - Venice

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
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Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! 

We will be discussing Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: ,
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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.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

Writer's Circle (Live)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Virtual
Registration Required
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The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.

 

FOSPL Book Talk Series

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Discussion Groups,
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"His Greatest Speeches: How Lincoln Moved the Nation."

Lets Weave - Mug Rug

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Community Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Registration Required
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Want to learn how to make these cute rugs for your mugs? With a little bit of cardboard and some yarn you'll learn how fun and easy they are to make.

Socrates Cafe: Open Topic Discussions

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.

Let's Get Crafty

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats!  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.

Teen Room

2:00pm–3:45pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, , Games, Movies
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Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

Read 'Em and Eat

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Creation Station,
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Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. For ages 6+.

Celebrate Earth Day Craft

3:30pm–5:00pm
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, ,
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Join us as we get ready for Earth Day 2023 by planting a seed! Everyone is invited to decorate a clay pot and then plant a seed. We'll learn about healthy and sustainable ways to grow our own food.

Open Lab in the Creation Station

3:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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Come explore the different options in our Open Lab using self-guided time in the Creation Station. Available equipment includes Cricut Air Explore 2, 3D printing, sewing machines, button makers and more.

Read with the Dogs

4:00pm–5:00pm
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: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Special Events
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Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

Spring Classical Concert Series: Concert 2

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Community Room
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music in the Libraries
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Spring 2023 Classical Concert Series

Concert No.

Lego Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games

LEGO Club

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

Reservation

Peta

6:00pm–7:30pm
Study Room 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: North Port Library
Room: Study Room 2
Purpose of Room Use

Study