Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
Come and get assistance with your genealogy questions from a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer
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.
CAN Community Health will have a medical Bus available for anyone interested in free STD testing. If you have any questions about STD's and health, please feel free to come and ask CAN Community Health!
No appointment needed.
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.
The Great Books Discussion Group moderated by Ellen Bilangi, meets the 1st Thursday of each month, December through April. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1.
Little Adventures Story Time with Betsy McPherson
For ages 2-5.
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!
AARP Volunteer Tax Assistance at Fruitville Library will be provided on Wednesdays and Thursdays from Feb 1 - April 11, 2024 from 10:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m..
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.
Lunch and Learn: Florida Marine Mammals
Join us for a captivating exploration of our ocean neighbors with Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium.
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.
Beginner's Day with 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!
Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.
Pine Needle Basket Weaving Part 2
Join us for a two-part class to learn how to make your very own pine needle basket! All materials are provided and the natural materials used are rescued from Hurricane Ian debris.
--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.
Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518
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.
Members of the public will learn about Florida-friendly trees that thrive in the Suncoast region of Florida. Participants will receive one small native tree (one/household).
Travelogues with Jane Mahler - Egypt
Teen Room
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Teen Movie Afternoon: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Add more wishlist movies to our clipboard request page in the teen room!
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.
Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (LIVE)
Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.
On the first Thursday each month, the Old Miakka School House hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!
ROAR! on the Road with The Ringling
ROAR! is The Ringling's free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum.
Lego Club
Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.