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Make and Take

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills. Local artist, Jenni...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:

Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
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.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

May the Fourth Be With You!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:30pm
Teen Zone at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Come celebrate Star Wars Day (May 4th) at the library! Meet and take pictures with costumed stormtroopers from the 501st Legion, and learn how movie props are made.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, Special Events
Details:

Come celebrate Star Wars Day (May 4th) at the library!

Meet and take pictures with costumed stormtroopers from the 501st Legion, and learn how movie props are made.

North Port Library CLOSED

All Day 5/6 - 5/11
North Port Library

North Port Library is CLOSED for maintenance May 6-11.

Closing
Branches:
North Port Library
Description:

North Port Library is CLOSED for maintenance May 6-11.

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

Mystery Lover's Book Club: "What Rose Forgot" (Live)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for our monthly book club that delves deep into mysteries!  Each month we will explore a different genre within the mystery book category, such as Nordic Noir, Cozy, ...

Registration Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

Join us for our monthly book club that delves deep into mysteries! 

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

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques. In a fast-paced world of stressors, people can use this time to quiet down a...

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Details:

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

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

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Group Study Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application.  Appointments are preferred but not required.    To make an...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. 

Appointments are preferred but not required. 

 

To make an appointment please contact: 

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

Jazz Jam SRQ

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

A bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur jazz performers and listeners.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Performances
Details:

A bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur jazz performers and listeners.

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.

Spoken Word Poetry with Chris Hodgkins

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Chris Hodgkins, a former teacher and an Englewood resident, shares poetry that marks the passages of our lives, that is alive and dramatic. Chris believes poetry should offer us th...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Details:

Chris Hodgkins, a former teacher and an Englewood resident, shares poetry that marks the passages of our lives, that is alive and dramatic.

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

All Ages Coloring Lounge

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library! We will have coloring pages for all ages, from fun kids-frie...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts
Details:

Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library!

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

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Group Study Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Details:

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff mem...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction, Virtual
Details:

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

North Port Library Chess Club

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - 7 p.m. 

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - 7 p.m. 

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

Master Gardener: Drop In Plant Clinic

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape, pest management, and gardening help from the University of Florida. These sessions are made possible through a partnership wit...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Details:

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape, pest management, and gardening help from the University of Florida.

These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County.

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

Creation Station: Adult Sewing Lab

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with basic sewing machine experience. Teen...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with basic sewing machine experience.

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.

Fall Prevention 101

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Writer's Circle (Live)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom ...

Waitlist
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.

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

Mah Jongg for Experienced Players

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
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 ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Let's Get Crafty

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats!  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats! 

Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.

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

Yak and Yarn

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
Details:

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

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

Tech Navigator

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

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 t...

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction
Details:

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.

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

Health in Motion: Blood Pressure Screenings

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

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, May 9, 2024 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, May 9, 2024 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.

Playing the Ukulele for Fun and... Fun!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Free classes for adults and seniors. All skill levels are invited. Learn a I-IV-V or Blues Progression (with 3 chords) to play dozens of well-known songs Develop a vocabula...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Free classes for adults and seniors. All skill levels are invited.

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Mother's Day Movie Matinee: "Barbie"

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon dis...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Movies
Details:

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans. Rated PG-13.