This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Discussions, Virtual
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Quick reviews of new young adult books at your library.

 

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Book Tastings (On Demand)

All Day
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Discussions, Lifelong Learning, Virtual
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Teen Book Tastings is a video series of book recommendations across various genres for teenagers. Join us each month for a different theme! This month's theme is Winter Reads.

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

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Creation Station, Healthy Living, Virtual
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Looking for a dinner idea, or a recipe for a quick and delicious snack?

This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.

I Spy Winter Wonderland

9:00am - 10:00pm
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Games, Virtual
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Watch the movie and see if you can find at least five things in the list.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gulf Gate French Conversation Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Come practice speaking the romantic language of French.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Holiday House craft

10:00am - 5:00pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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This is a passive program for a take-home craft.  Pick up your kit at the Circulation desk or use the attached template.  Watch the how-to video here:

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Holiday House craft (On Demand)

10:00am - 5:00pm
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
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This is a passive program for a take-home craft. Pick up your kit at the Selby Library Circulation desk or download the template (see Attachments). You can also find other free paper house and village templates on the web.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Forty Carrots

10:15am - 11:15am
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Details:

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

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Knit and Crocheting Group

10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult Coloring Lounge

10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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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. Refreshments are included.

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Forty Carrots

11:45am - 12:45pm
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Details:

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SHINE Presents: Medicare Part C (Live)

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Virtual
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SHINE invites you to their Lunch & Learn series focusing on Medicare options available in Florida. This week SHINE talks about Medicare Part C. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Artistic Rivals Series: Willem de Kooning VS Jackson Pollock (Live)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Registration Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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You should receive a confirmation email that contains the login information needed the day of the program within a few minutes of registering. Please make sure you have the confirmation email before the day of the program.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Just Jane: Tea with Jane Austen

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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Calling all Janeites. Join us as we celebrate the birthday of Jane Austen and have tea with Jane. Hear her speak about her childhood in Steventon her brothers and beloved sister Cassandra and her writing.

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Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Please join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month for a lively and interesting book discussion at the quaint Osprey Public Library at Historic Point. We will be reading a varied selection of thought-provoking books.

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Knit and Stitch Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station
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Join us for a fun and relaxing meeting. All stitch types are welcome: sewing, quilting, embroidery, crochet and knitting to name a few. Bring your current project or questions and we'll share and work together. Open to all ages.

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

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Zoom Trivia Night: Winter Wonderland, Part 2 (Live)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Registration Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Games, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

 

Want to test your trivia prowess? Join us for online trivia using Zoom and Kahoot! These questions will challenge your brain and keep you entertained!

 

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Hanukkah Celebration (LIVE)

5:15pm - 5:45pm
Registration Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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We will be presenting an at-home version of the annual program. Miss Laura will present the story and traditions of Hanukkah via Zoom.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.

Lego Club

5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Games
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Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

For ages 4 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Evening Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups
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Monthly discussion of the Evening Book Club. Book discussion schedules are available at by the front circulation desk at the Jacaranda Public Library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Winter Soirée Charcuterie Workshop (Live)

8:00pm - 10:00pm
Registration Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Virtual
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Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

There is something so beautiful about winter! The simple elegance of seasonal decor paired with gourmet fare quickly create unforgettable gatherings by nature!