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Tech Navigator

Thursday, July 18, 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...

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.

Tai Chi

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Go with the flow, learn Tai Chi, a low-impact exercise for your mind and body.  Registration required. For adults. 

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), Healthy Living
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Go with the flow, learn Tai Chi, a low-impact exercise for your mind and body. 

Registration required. For adults. 

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

Creation Station: Adult 3D Printing

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Learn to create a simple 3D design using Tinkercad, a free program that is great for beginners. Staff will print your design on the library's 3D printer, and you may pick it up the...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Learn to create a simple 3D design using Tinkercad, a free program that is great for beginners. Staff will print your design on the library's 3D printer, and you may pick it up the following week. Registration is required for this adult program.

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

Quirky Knitters

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

Taking the Waters: A History of Florida's Most Famous Springs

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A/B (both rooms) at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

From Ponce de Leon to the caravans of RVs that ply our highways, tourists visit the Sunshine State for many reasons, including the health benefits they hope to find here. Join awar...

Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A/B (both rooms)
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Details:

From Ponce de Leon to the caravans of RVs that ply our highways, tourists visit the Sunshine State for many reasons, including the health benefits they hope to find here.

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.

Build-A-Button

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Using our button maker machine, you'll have the opportunity to design and create your very own one-of-a-kind buttons. Express yourself, show off your artistic skills, or make a sta...

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

Using our button maker machine, you'll have the opportunity to design and create your very own one-of-a-kind buttons. Express yourself, show off your artistic skills, or make a statement - the possibilities are endless!

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.

Summer Monthly Minutes

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024)
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Our library's Summer Reading Program is now easier than ever using the app Beanstack! Patrons can easily track their reading minutes, log their progress, and earn rewards all from ...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024)
Details:

Our library's Summer Reading Program is now easier than ever using the app Beanstack! Patrons can easily track their reading minutes, log their progress, and earn rewards all from their smartphone or tablet. 

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.

Adventure Begins at Your Library Book Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us on our summer reading adventure as we discuss "11/22/63" by Stephen King for our monthly Book Club! Copies of the book are available through the Sarasota County Librarie...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Details:

Join us on our summer reading adventure as we discuss "11/22/63" by Stephen King for our monthly Book Club!

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.
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.
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.

Robin Hood Marionette Show

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Enjoy a special presentation of the Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, presented by the Bits N Pieces marionette theater. Learn how puppeteers bring their puppets to life to tell amaz...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Details:

Enjoy a special presentation of the Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, presented by the Bits N Pieces marionette theater. Learn how puppeteers bring their puppets to life to tell amazing stories!

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

Life After Downton Abbey

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Movies
Details:

Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.

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.

Health in Motion - No Cost- Wellness Screening

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

No Cost Health Screening The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for gener...

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

No Cost Health Screening

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.

Cricut Discovery

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper to create personalized crafts and projects.

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

Travelogue: Sri Lanka

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Sri Lanka, the land of serendipity and Pearl of the Indian Ocean, is the oldest continuous Buddhist country in the world.  There are ancient Buddhist ruins, tea plantations, b...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Cultural Life, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 110
Details:

Sri Lanka, the land of serendipity and Pearl of the Indian Ocean, is the oldest continuous Buddhist country in the world.  There are ancient Buddhist ruins, tea plantations, beautiful beaches, amazing wildlife, the world’s oldest human-plante

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.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination. In this walk-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

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.

Learn About Composting with Sunshine Community Compost

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Creation Station, Green Living
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Begin your journey of starting composting by joining us for this workshop facilitated by Sunshine Community Compost! Families are invited to learn all about this process of turning...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Creation Station, Green Living
Details:

Begin your journey of starting composting by joining us for this workshop facilitated by Sunshine Community Compost!

This event is in the "Youth" 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.

Sarasota Ballet: Dance for All Lecture & Demonstration

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rotunda at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Audience members are immersed in an introduction to ballet through a mixture of narration, demonstration, audience participation, and a Q & A session.  Wonderful for audie...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Details:

Audience members are immersed in an introduction to ballet through a mixture of narration, demonstration, audience participation, and a Q & A session.

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.

Fluid Acrylics

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for an immersive three-hour class in the captivating world of fluid acrylic painting. Whether you're a seasoned artist or exploring your creative side for the first time, t...

Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:

Join us for an immersive three-hour class in the captivating world of fluid acrylic painting.

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

Death Cafe

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Death Cafe returns to Venice Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death, life, dying, individual and family experiences wit...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Details:

The Death Cafe returns to Venice Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death, life, dying, individual and family experiences with death and its place in our lives. Come and share.

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.

Clay Modeling

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Our clay modeling program allows participants to explore their creativity and express themselves through the art of shaping and molding clay.  Walk-ins are welcome, so drop...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Our clay modeling program allows participants to explore their creativity and express themselves through the art of shaping and molding clay. 

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

Cirque D'Book

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Selby Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! Cirque D' Book meets on the fourth Monday of most months. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. Registration...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Details:

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! Cirque D' Book meets on the fourth Monday of most months. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. Registration is not required.

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.

A Matter of Balance #3

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.  Participants will...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Details:

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. 

Participants will learn:

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

Brain Health 101

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lectures, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based workshop to learn how to fuel and activate your brain for optimal performance ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 77
Details:

Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based workshop to learn how to fuel and activate your brain for optimal performance throughout all life stages. 

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

Artist in the Libraries: Books in Full Color with Barbara Gerdeman

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Artist Barbara Gerdeman, as part of the Artists in the Libraries, will guide program participants in using matte medium to collage strips of old book pages onto 5" x 7" canvases. A...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Artist Barbara Gerdeman, as part of the Artists in the Libraries, will guide program participants in using matte medium to collage strips of old book pages onto 5" x 7" canvases.