Yak and Yarn

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
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Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

Tech Navigator

10:00am–12:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , , Technology Instruction
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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.

Forever Fit

10:15am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
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: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
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Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

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

10:15am–11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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 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

10:15am–11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), 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: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Special Events

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

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Great Books Discussion Group

10:15am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
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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

10:30am–11:30am
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, , Storytimes
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For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness. 

Musical Motion

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
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Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.

Reservation

One Seed- Herb Trio

10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room- Classroom A
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Meeting Room- Classroom A
Purpose of Room Use

Mindy Hanak will be teaching a class on One Seed - Herb Trio.
Please register at:

Adult Read with the Dogs

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Events
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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!

Reservation

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

10:30am–1:30pm
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Room Use

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

FOL Tours

11:00am–12:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Registration Required
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Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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 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 B
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Special Events

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

Creation Station: Adult Beginner Sewing - Microwaveable Heating Pad

1:00pm–2:30pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Registration Required
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Feeling the holiday stress? Come sew a microwaveable heating pad - perfect for your achy neck and shoulders.  Just in time for the chilly season!  All materials and instruction provided.  

Genealogy Assistance

1:00pm–3:00pm
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 one-on-one genealogy research assistance from expert and experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

Quirky Knitters

1:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Room
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
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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!

Book Discussion

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 16 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: ,
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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.

FOL Tours

2:00pm–3:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Registration Required
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Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

"Before the Border..." Author Chat with Ric Skinner

2:00pm–3:30pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Book Sales, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Special Events
Registration Required
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Ric Skinner is a published eclectic writer, having written over 100 peer reviewed scientific and technical papers, book chapters and books as well as family history books.

Arts & Crafts: Rosemary & Peppermint Foot Scrub

2:00pm–4:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Learning Lab
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
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Take a few moments to pamper yourself before the holiday rush.  Create something for a friend.  All supplies are provided.  Registration not required.  These programs are popular and seating is limited.

Last Stop Teen Hangout

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
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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.

Tissue Paper Suncatchers

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Use small pieces of colored tissue paper to create cheerful stained glass-looking suncatchers. This easy craft is the perfect way to brighten up a room.

Creation Station Teen Lab: Button Making

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Registration Required
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Learn to use the button maker. You will have the option to color a few pre-made designs, or draw your own!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Drop-in Art Night

4:00pm–6:00pm
Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living
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We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! A variety of materials will be available for you to explore and create. Recommended for ages 4-12.

Curious about Cursive

4:30pm–6:00pm
All Ages
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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Ever wanted to learn how to write in cursive? Ever wanted to improve your cursive handwriting? This is a ten week course to learn and or practice the art of cursive handwriting.

Holiday Trivia at the Library

5:00pm–6:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Community Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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Join the fun and test your knowledge! Work together to answer questions all about our favorite holidays. Topics will range from history, music, literature, film, and more, and the winning team receives a prize! Doors open at 4:45 pm.

Pop-Up Stop: Old Miakka Schoolhouse Potluck

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Outreach
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On the first Thursday of each month, the Old Miakka Schoolhouse hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 13

6:00pm–6:15pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait! 

 

Creating a Compelling Protagonist

6:00pm–7:30pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Conference Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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Do you enjoy writing fiction? Come participate in a creative writing workshop, where we will practice techniques for developing compelling main characters. For adults. Please bring pen and paper. 

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 14

6:15pm–6:30pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait! 

 

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 15

6:30pm–6:45pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait! 

 

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 16

6:45pm–7:00pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait! 

 

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 17

7:00pm–7:15pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait! 

 

Family Holiday Photo Op - Session 18

7:15pm–7:30pm
Families, All Ages
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Special Events
Registration Required
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Bring your family to the Shannon Staub Public Library and take your holiday family portrait!