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Arts Alliance Playreaders read "Leading Ladies"

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

LEADING LADIES is set in the 1950’s.  It focuses on two English Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, who find their careers in a rut.  They are currently performing “Scene...

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Performances, Special Events
Details:

LEADING LADIES is set in the 1950’s.  It focuses on two English Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, who find their careers in a rut.  They are currently performing “Scenes from Shakespeare” on the Moose Lodge circuit in the Amish country

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.

Reclaiming the History of Native Plants in Home Landscape Design

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A/B (both rooms) at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Green Living, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Reclaiming the History of Native Plants in Home Landscape Design - new rescheduled date!Presented by:Pamela Callender, Florida Native Garden Design SpecialistA Florida History Lect...

Registration Open
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, Cultural Life, Green Living, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Details:

Reclaiming the History of Native Plants in Home Landscape Design - new rescheduled date!

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

The Reasons People Run Out of Money in Retirement

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Pathways to Success: Navigating Your Professional Journey

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Presented by the Women's Resource Center Join our community workshop and receive career coaching from an experienced mentor dedicated to helping you overcome any challenges in...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Career Journeys
Details:

Presented by the Women's Resource Center

 

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

Blue Lotus Meditation

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for a mindfulness meditation session lead by Monk San. No previous experience or materials required. Participants may bring their own meditation cushion if desired.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 93
Details:

Join us for a mindfulness meditation session lead by Monk San. No previous experience or materials required. Participants may bring their own meditation cushion if desired.

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

Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay! From the instructor: "As a yoga instructor and mindfulness coach, I integrate balance, strengthening, lengthening/stretch, and breathwork/pranayama i...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

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

Brain Health 101

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Everything we do begins in the brain.  In this neuroscience research-based presentation, you will learn about the different parts of the brain, the function of each area and t...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Details:

Everything we do begins in the brain.  In this neuroscience research-based presentation, you will learn about the different parts of the brain, the function of each area and the type of fuel the brain needs for optimal function throughout the

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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.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, December 13, 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:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

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

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

Book Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month. The December book is Officer Clemmons by Dr. Francois Clemmons. Newcomers a...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Details:

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

The December book is Officer Clemmons by Dr. Francois Clemmons.

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 1

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:15pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!Registration is required f...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 2

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:15pm - 6:30pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!Registration is required f...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 3

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 6:45pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!Registration is required f...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 4

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:45pm - 7:00pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!Registration is required f...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 5

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books! After playing, enjoy a fr...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books! After playing, enjoy a free ice cream treat from The Q Ice Cream truck!

This event is in the "Youth" 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 "New Adult (18-30 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.

Holiday Mini Golf Session 5

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 7:15pm - 7:30pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!Registration is required f...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Games, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one!

Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event to play mini golf inside the library on courses based on classic holiday books!

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.

Creation Station: Winter Craft Party

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Explore the Creation Station and make gifts using the Glowforge, Sewing Machines, and more! A variety of activities will be provided for various age levels. 

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Explore the Creation Station and make gifts using the Glowforge, Sewing Machines, and more! A variety of activities will be provided for various age levels. 

This event is in the "Youth" 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.

Songs for the Holidays

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

The Holidays. That special time of year when we gather together with family and friends to celebrate life and give thanks. Karlus Trapp the troubadour that entertained and educated...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:

The Holidays. That special time of year when we gather together with family and friends to celebrate life and give thanks.

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.

Sparkle and Create: Drop-In Jewelry Making

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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:

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned jewelry ...

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:

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

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

Last Minute Gift Wrap Station

All Day 12/16 - 12/20
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Stop by between December 16-20 with any gifts that need wrapping. We’ll have a gift wrapping station in Study Room #141 stocked with paper, ribbons, and more, and you are welcome t...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Stop by between December 16-20 with any gifts that need wrapping.

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

Creative Writers Circle

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month. The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups
Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.

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

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 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. 

 

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.

Movie Matinee: Elf

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

In this holiday classic, Buddy is a human who has been raised as an oversized elf at the North Pole. After learning that his biological father is on the Naughty List, he travels to...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda 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: Movies
Details:

In this holiday classic, Buddy is a human who has been raised as an oversized elf at the North Pole. After learning that his biological father is on the Naughty List, he travels to New York City to dispense some much-needed Christmas spirit.

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

Swingin' Holiday Tunes with Vermont's Easy Street

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

This musical duo will perform the sweetest of your favorite holiday tunes. Everyone will enjoy classic popular songs from Bing to Burl; beautiful carols; and instrumental rendition...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music in the Libraries
Details:

This musical duo will perform the sweetest of your favorite holiday tunes. Everyone will enjoy classic popular songs from Bing to Burl; beautiful carols; and instrumental renditions of seasonal music on the fiddle, guitar, and mandolin.

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

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, December 16, 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...

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.