Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets.

Tax help. 

Please note AARP volunteers at the library begin assisting the final client of the day 30 minutes to one hour before the last time listed.

This day's program has been cancelled.

This program is geared toward babies from newborn to age 2 ½ years. The 45 minute program includes songs, baby sign language, a book and playtime. Older siblings are welcome.

Drop in to enjoy special play ti

Today we have a special guest for storytime. Danny Banany will sing and play guitar, and we will bring out the puppets to dance and sing along!

Recommended for ages 3-5. Younger siblings are welcome to join. 

Weekly meeting of local chess enthusiasts. Join in the fun! Questions? Call Heather at 941-861-1273.

Drop in to enjoy special play ti

Enjoy a light lunch on the library and join Barry Zamoff, The Director of Community Relations for the
Jackie Robinson Project, to learn all about Jackie Robinson’s many ambitions. The presentation will

Help with laptops, cell phones

Open time for questions, sharing solutions

Bring your device and library staff will try to answer your questions in an informal group setting.
 

Come ready to spend an hour creating! Each month we will have a different art project or craft available for tweens to create and enjoy. For ages 8 to 12.

This month we are doing Faux Stained Glass.

Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic method: we learn more when we respectfully listen to and debate ideas wit

Discover the World of Ballet with The Sarasota Ballet

Learn hands on iPad basics, internet browsing, downloading apps, how to take a photo and more! IPads are available for participants to use. If you bring your own iPad you will need an Apple ID.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. 

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board Games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble, and more.

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

Children ages 5-9 can drop-in and experiment with our 3d Doodler Pens! 

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.

Teens and tweens take over the Creation Station. Drop in to explore electronic music, digital design, sewing, podcasting and more. 

A different project every week!

Call or visit to find out what it is this week!

Ages 6+.

Hola!  Join us for an evening of learning intermediate Spanish grammar and vocabulary and practicing conversational skills. 

Join us for a discussion about making the library a better place for teens! We will discuss programming, volunteering opportunities, and more.

Bad Movie Night is back like you've never seen it before!

Adulting 101 is a series of programs on independent living.  Everything from registering to vote to finding a job, getting into college to balancing your checkbook, and more.  Check with the library for this month's specific program.&nbs