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Movie Night at the Library: "Roman Holiday"

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Movies
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us to watch: “Roman Holiday” (1953) TV-G

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Movies
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Join us to watch: “Roman Holiday” (1953) TV-G

Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Book Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us in-person as we discuss "A Kind of Freedom" by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton for our monthly Book Club!

Copies of the book will be available at the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library. 

 

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
:

Join us in-person as we discuss "A Kind of Freedom" by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton for our monthly Book Club!

Copies of the book will be available at the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

LVSSC Course: Citizenship preparation

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. 

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. 

British Flag with words " Life after Downton Abbey."

Life After Downton Abbey

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

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

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.

One Book: Drawing with Dean - Intro to Creativity Session 2

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Learn how to draw the basics with professional methods. Building off of different skills and approaches, each class builds off of each other while still being approachable and unique!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Learn how to draw the basics with professional methods. Building off of different skills and approaches, each class builds off of each other while still being approachable and unique!

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Florida Cattle Ranching

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Cattle ranching has a long history in Florida, from the first animals brought by the Spanish in the 16th century to "Cowkeeper" and the Seminoles to the "cracker cowboys" and "cow cavalry" of the 19th century.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures
Registration Required
:

Cattle ranching has a long history in Florida, from the first animals brought by the Spanish in the 16th century to "Cowkeeper" and the Seminoles to the "cracker cowboys" and "cow cavalry" of the 19th century.

tom ocarroll

Music | Songs and Stories from Ireland with Tom O'Carroll

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Families

Come and join us for an unforgettable afternoon with Irish-born folksinger Tom O’Carroll. A master storyteller and seasoned performer, Tom brings a rich tapestry of songs and stories woven with wit, warmth, and irresistible Irish charm.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
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Come and join us for an unforgettable afternoon with Irish-born folksinger Tom O’Carroll. A master storyteller and seasoned performer, Tom brings a rich tapestry of songs and stories woven with wit, warmth, and irresistible Irish charm.

Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, Special Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, Special Events
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The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.

Origami Fish

Beginner Origami

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.

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AARP Income Tax Assistance

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
:
--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

One Book: Drawing with Dean - Intro to Creativity Session 3 [Rescheduled from 1/17]

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Original date was 1/17/2026 but was rescheduled due to library closure.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Original date was 1/17/2026 but was rescheduled due to library closure.

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Death Cafe

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.

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

The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.

Genealogy Assistance

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Get assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

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

Get assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

Selby Book Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups
:

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! Selby Book Club 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.

Taxes

AARP Tax-Aide

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

Genealogy Assistance

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
:

Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK

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AARP Income Tax Assistance

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
:
--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Matter of Balance Spring Series (1 of 8)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Lectures
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Please Register for Matter of Balance!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Lectures
Registration Required
:

Please Register for Matter of Balance!

Learn What's New in 2026 with the Changes to Medicare

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come learn "What's New in 2026" for Medicare recipients.

 

SHINE: Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures
:

Come learn "What's New in 2026" for Medicare recipients.

 

SHINE: Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders

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Jazz Jam SRQ

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
:

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Shannon Staub Book Club: "The Second Mrs. Astor"

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

This month we will be reading and discussing "The Second Mrs. Astor" by Shana Abé.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

This month we will be reading and discussing "The Second Mrs. Astor" by Shana Abé.

piano and sheet music

Spring Classical Concert: Dawn

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Sarasota Music Conservatory - violin, cello, piano - "Dawn" - Experience the talent of the next generation of musicians as the Young Artists from the Sarasota Music Conservatory perform on violin, cello and piano.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries
:

Sarasota Music Conservatory - violin, cello, piano - "Dawn" - Experience the talent of the next generation of musicians as the Young Artists from the Sarasota Music Conservatory perform on violin, cello and piano.

AARP Tax-Aide

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Tax help by appointment.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
:

Tax help by appointment.

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Forever Fit

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Disclaimer(s)

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