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.

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.

Join Evan and Vanessa as they bring all of the fun of their podcast to the library with fun sing-along songs, engaging stories, interactive sound games and much more!

Recommended for up to 5 years with parent or caregiver. Singer/guitarist Dave Moran entertains with favorite children's songs. Limit 45. 

Free tickets available at the Youth Desk starting at 10 am. 

Join the ShowTime Express as we hit the rails on a fun-filled zany adventure in search for The Loose Caboose!

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

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.

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.

Join us for Live Music! E.J. Ray Acoustic is a husband and wife duo, who perform a variety of songs from the early 60's to early 70's. This duo will perform the songs with vocals, harmonies, and acoustic guitars.  

Artists in the Libraries

Join Judy Levine as she shows you how to Paint Flowers like Georgia O'Keeffe.

What is Shibori? It is the Japanese art of resist dyeing and working with natural dyes and folding. Come learn all about the fun and exciting world of working with indigo dyeing and create your own piece of wearable art.

Puppeteer Katie Adams uses Shadow Puppets to bring to life vibrant stories and tales from Latin America. Space is limited, please pick up a ticket at the youth desk 30 minutes prior to the event starting. 

Come and learn about how to get started doing genealogy research

Take a break from your busy summer to relax and watch a movie with us! Enjoy a fun craft and snacks as you watch a movie. 

The craft is best suited for ages 4+

Have you always wanted to learn chess or maybe you already know how to play chess and want to find someone to play against? Either way, this is the club for you!

Join teen musician, Annie Szantosi, to jam and talk about music. Bring your own instrument or play along with provided percussion instruments. 

Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.

Join us for LEGOs in the Storytime Room on Thursday from 5-7.

Both DUPLOs and regular LEGOs will be available.

PG-13. 20th Century Fox.

2018. Directed by Greg Berlanti. Starring Nick Robinson, Josh Duhamel, and Jennifer Garner.

CALLING ALL BUILDERS!
 

Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.