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. Everyone is welcome to participate in this weekly group so you can pra...

Keep calm and create with self-directed arts and crafts projects.   Ask for the cart at the youth desk. ...

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. H...

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. H...

Learn to knit and crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! Bring your own yarn and needles. Supplies provided for beginners. ...

The Professor is introducing a brand-new show called "Outer Space Science" This show will take it's audience into the science of space. The Professor will sharing about the solar system, space travel, gravity, stars, and much more. His...

Experience the wonders of the galaxy in our very own indoor, inflatable planetarium! Program is drop-in anytime during the the hours posted above. This session is open to ALL AGES. Please see the library calendar for other showtimes.&...

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis. ...

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Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder. Join other families navigating the newborn phase in a supportive, fun, and informative class with our Parenting Educators. Explore topics t...

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. H...

Summer Breakspot Lunches for children and teens ages 0-18.  Provided by Sarasota County Food and Nutrition Services. ...

Free lunches for anyone up to age 18 will be served in the youth program room on weekdays, June 3-Aug. 2 excluding July 4. Hot lunches are served on Monday through Thursday, and bagged lunches are served on Fridays.   ...

Explore space through games, activities, science experiments and crafts in this fun-filled program. Ages 5-9. ...

Want to learn more about using a computer or your device? Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians. Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm. Call 941-861-1360 to sign up. ...

Experience the wonders of the galaxy in our very own indoor, inflatable planetarium! Program is drop-in anytime during the hours posted above. ...

First hour - tips and tricks on a weekly theme Second hour - open for questions, sharing solutions Bring your device and library staff will try to answer your questions in an informal group setting.   ...

Enjoy a high-energy juggling and illusion show with music and light effects.  Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.  All groups must register in advance. ...

Fold Origami to unfold your story!  Let's do it by following Kuniko's step-by-step instruction to complete a simple origami model.  Then, create your own story.  It's not hard because all the plot is already there in the process of ori...

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Come challenge other tweens in a variety of electronic and board games. Refreshments will be provided and no advance sign up is required. ...

This event is cancelled as of 3 p.m. on 7/31/19. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit the Help Desk on Thursday, August 1 from 2 - 4 p.m. ...

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

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. This program is for reading c...

A club where reading and writing are fun! Using nature to inspire us as readers and writers. For ages 6 and up. ...

Experience the wonders of the galaxy in our very own indoor, inflatable planetarium! Program is drop-in anytime during the the hours posted above. This session is recommended for CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. Please see the library calendar for o...

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. For ages 4 and up. ...

Join us for lively discussion of a chosen title. New book each month! July's book is "The Art Forger" by Barbara Shapiro. No previous attendance necessary--all are welcome to join. ...