Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

On the first and third Tuesday of each month, the Pop-Up will be at Longboat Key with books for all ages and a Storytime for children. Swing by to sign up for a library card and read a book by the beach! 

Meet new friends at Baby Playtime! Children and families are welcome to explore and develop early literacy skills through free play with educational toys.

Recommended for ages 2 and under. Registration is not required.

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.

Get into the adult coloring craze! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library.

All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required.

AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.

This free storytime program engages toddlers, preschoolers, and primary school students in activities that connect art and early literacy. Join us for a story and accompanying art activity based on a work of art in the museum collection.

Join professional artist, Kat Sjogren, to make Valentine cards inspired by heart pop art master, Jim Dine.

The Kingdom of Morocco, a constitutional monarchy, is predominantly Berber but has retained Arabian and European cultural influences.

Mote Educators and Volunteers will provide interpretive facilitation as participants encounter real biofacts and science simulations. Come join us for hands-on science exploration!

No registration is required.

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

AARP Tax help will be available January 29 - April 15 to assist in tax preparation.

Monday - Thursday: 2 - 5 p.m.

Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

CLOSED Fridays, Sundays, and Holidays.

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.

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

For children ages 5-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Learn what is myth and what is fact when it comes to bats from experts at the Florida Bat Conservancy, along with special bat guests! This presentation will introduce simple steps that anyone can take to help these beneficial mammals.

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

Join us in the Teen Center for Teen Video Gaming! Play together or compete on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, or experience virtual reality with the Meta Quest 3!

Want to get more involved with the library?

Help plan, volunteer at library events and provide feedback on library services.

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun. First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 6 - 7 p.m.