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

Storytime Adventures

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited. Free tickets are avail...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Details:

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

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

Little Adventures Story Time

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

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. 

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, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Details:

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. 

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Purpose of Room Use:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

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.

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: Partners in Play

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

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 Educator...

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: Lifelong Learning
Details:

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.

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

Creation Station: Adult Beginner Sewing

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a fun tissue pouch! Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a fun tissue pouch!

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Assistance

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions

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

Quirky Knitters

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

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.  Reg...

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
Details:

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!

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

The Knit Happens Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join other local knitters and crocheters while working on personal projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome. Crochet Amigurumi kits wil...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups
Details:

Join other local knitters and crocheters while working on personal projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome. Crochet Amigurumi kits will be provided while supplies last.

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

Mah Jongg for Experienced Players

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Rotunda at Selby Library
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025), Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. A few cards will be provided for those who ...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it.

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

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

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. ...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

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.

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

Amish Customs and Practices with J.B. Miller

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

This program will provide an overview of the Amish, including their customs and practices. Beginning with a brief historical overview, the presentation will focus on current custom...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

This program will provide an overview of the Amish, including their customs and practices.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Florida's Lost Counties

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A/B (both rooms) at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Archaeology, Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Florida's Lost CountiesPresented by:Dr. Josh Goodman, Manager, Sarasota County History CenterA Florida History Lecture Series Winter 2025 "Unsolved Histories" ProgramProgram held f...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A/B (both rooms)
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Archaeology, Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Details:

Florida's Lost Counties

Presented by:

  • Dr. Josh Goodman, Manager, Sarasota County History Center

A Florida History Lecture Series Winter 2025 "Unsolved Histories" Program

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

Spanish Conversation Group

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Room

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Details:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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

Bullet Journaling for Teens

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Get creative and organized by designing your very own bullet journal. We'll provide all the materials you need, including journals, pens, stickers, and more. Whether you're a seaso...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Get creative and organized by designing your very own bullet journal. We'll provide all the materials you need, including journals, pens, stickers, and more.

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

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

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. The program is open to...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Details:

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.

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

Creation Station: Teen Lab Beginner Sewing

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Details:

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a unique applique patch! 

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Details:

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a unique applique patch!

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Trivia at the Library

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join the fun and test your knowledge! Work together to answer questions from 10 categories. Topics will range from history, music, sports, literature, current events, and more, and...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 51
Details:

Join the fun and test your knowledge! Work together to answer questions from 10 categories. Topics will range from history, music, sports, literature, current events, and more, and the winning team receives a prize! Doors open at 4:15 pm.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Maximizing your Social Security Benefits

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

We discuss strategies to maximize your benefits. Understanding Social Security strategies How income affects Social Security & Tax planning Getting the most out ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

We discuss strategies to maximize your benefits. 

  • Understanding Social Security strategies 

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 Partners in Play

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

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 yo...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

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.

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

Fun Friday: Learn and Play Storytime

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Selby Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Details:

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities. This is best suited for toddlers aged 1-3, but all ages are welcome as needed. 

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Details:

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities. 

This is best suited for toddlers aged 1-3, but all ages are welcome as needed. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Our Local Treasures: Warm Mineral Springs and Little Salt Spring

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Archaeology, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join archaeologist Steven Koski for an intriguing journey into the history and mysteries of Warm Mineral Springs and Little Salt Spring. These natural wonders, located here in Nort...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Archaeology, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:

Join archaeologist Steven Koski for an intriguing journey into the history and mysteries of Warm Mineral Springs and Little Salt Spring.

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 Partners in Play

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

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 yo...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

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.

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

Intro to Writing Life Stories

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

This fun introductory class is geared for those serious about writing their memoirs. The presentation will include a lecture, brief writing exercise and voluntary sharing of your s...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Details:

This fun introductory class is geared for those serious about writing their memoirs.