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The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:

Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.)

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Registration Required
:

The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:

Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.)

Sewing

Creation Station: Experienced Sewing Lab

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
:

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.

Genealogy Assistance

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

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

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

Sarasota County Health in Motion Bus

Health in Motion

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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 general health and wellness.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living
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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 general health and wellness.

book with coffee beside it

Off the Shelf Book Club - Venice

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "James" by Percival Everett.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "James" by Percival Everett.

Writer's Circle

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning, Virtual
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The Writer’s Circle was created for writers of all genres and experience levels.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning, Virtual
Registration Required
:

The Writer’s Circle was created for writers of all genres and experience levels.

UF/IFAS: Energy Upgrade: 5 Steps to Energy Savings

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at Selby Library
Program Type:
Green Living, Lectures, Special Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

5 Steps to Energy Savings provides practical, hands-on learning about how to make your home safer and more comfortable while reducing energy and water use.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Green Living, Lectures, Special Events
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5 Steps to Energy Savings provides practical, hands-on learning about how to make your home safer and more comfortable while reducing energy and water use.

Asian Spice Teas

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Discover the rich traditions of spice and herbal tea-making in diverse Asian cultures and make your own original herbal tea blend to taste in class!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Discover the rich traditions of spice and herbal tea-making in diverse Asian cultures and make your own original herbal tea blend to taste in class!

Media Literacy: Is this True?

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come and learn about resources that can help you determine if something you see on the news or internet is accurate or true.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
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Come and learn about resources that can help you determine if something you see on the news or internet is accurate or true.

junk journal

Arts & Crafts: Junk Journal Junkies

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Green Living
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

A Junk Journal Club for enthusiasts.  Please bring your own journal and glue.  Meet new friends and carve out some time for yourself and your thoughts.... 

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Green Living
:

A Junk Journal Club for enthusiasts.  Please bring your own journal and glue.  Meet new friends and carve out some time for yourself and your thoughts.... 

a close up of a person's hands using a sewing machine

Sewing Machine Basics

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for a beginner-friendly sewing class to learn sewing machine basics and make a couple of easy projects like a glasses case and a pincushion! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Join us for a beginner-friendly sewing class to learn sewing machine basics and make a couple of easy projects like a glasses case and a pincushion! 

GULFCOAST SOUTH AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER

Quit Smoking Now

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Healthy Living
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Healthy Living
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The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.

Knit and Stitch

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotunda at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
:

Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking.

knitted items

Yak and Yarn

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Story Time Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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: Story Time Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
:

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

Tablet and Laptop

Tech Navigator

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
, , Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , , Technology Instruction
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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.

Wisdom of Women

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Discussion group

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
:

Discussion group

Group of individuals in exercise outfits

Forever Fit

Thursday, January 15, 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.

Two books open on a table

Short Stories Discussion Group

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Short Story Discussion group meets once a month from January through March and is moderated by Eileen Kohut. Readings will be from "That Glimpse of Truth: the 100 Finest Short Stories Ever Written" selected and introduced by David Miller.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
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The Short Story Discussion group meets once a month from January through March and is moderated by Eileen Kohut. Readings will be from "That Glimpse of Truth: the 100 Finest Short Stories Ever Written" selected and introduced by David Miller.

Creation Station

Creation Station Adult Lab: Buttons & Magnets

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Create buttons and magnets of various sizes after learning to use the button maker!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
:

Create buttons and magnets of various sizes after learning to use the button maker!

Genealogy Assistance

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable volunteer.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

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

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable volunteer.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

Balls of yarn of different colors in a basket.

Quirky Knitters

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

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!

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
:

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!

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Green Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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
:

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.

theater

Theatre of the Mind | 'Lovers and other strangers'

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Performances
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Theatre of the Mind presents a play reading of "Lovers and Other Strangers" by Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Performances
:

Theatre of the Mind presents a play reading of "Lovers and Other Strangers" by Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor.

Adult Craft: Ring in the New Year with Leftover Crafts (session 2)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Ring in 2026 with leftover crafts from 2025! We have limited quantity of some of last year's crafts, including but not limited to:

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Ring in 2026 with leftover crafts from 2025! We have limited quantity of some of last year's crafts, including but not limited to: