The land of Genghis Khan, who changed the world as we know it today, is a kaleidoscope of vast steppe (grasslands), beautiful horses, Buddhist temples, camels and nomadic culture.
Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.
Bring your questions!
A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application.
Appointments are preferred but not required.
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.
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
Storytime
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.
Preschool Storytime
Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team.
Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.
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.
Forty Carrots: Welcome to Our World
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder.
A Matter of Balance (1 of 8)
A Matter of Balance: Jan. 13 - March 17. No classes on Jan. 20 and Feb. 17 due to the holidays.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Teen Room
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
Zen Gardening
Learn about unique Asian garden styles. Make a miniature Zen garden and take it home.
Creation Station Youth Lab: Agamographs
Agamographs, sometimes known as lenticulars, are a form of optical illusion art where the picture changes depending on what side you view it. Come to this lab and make your own!
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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.
Read with the Dogs
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
Get ready for an epic night of fun and games at our Game Night.
Wii U, virtual reality, and more!
Drop in to play games on our Nintendo Switch!
Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to Elsie Quirk Library to study and listen to some tunes while you get your homework done!
If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18 welcome
A bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur jazz performers and listeners.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
LEGO® Club
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.