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 "Families" group. Let's Pretend Day Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Lifelong Learning Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Details: Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime betw... 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 "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Let's Pretend Day 10:30am - 11:30am Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Lifelong Learning Details: Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Tech Navigator Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Do you want help with... eBooks, movies, eAudiobooks Email how-to Using your device Library Database Resources Cyber Security Questions Printing Questions or s... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Tech Navigator 10:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction Details: Do you want help with... eBooks, movies, eAudiobooks Email how-to Using your device Library Database Resources Cyber Security Questions Printing Questions or something else?
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Learn about Lemurs with Big Cat Habitat Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room at Fruitville Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Green Living, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Adults, Families Details: Join us as Big Cat Habitat presents a presentation on Lemurs. These active primates are considered the world's oldest primate. Come learn about and see in person how wonderful Lemu... Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Learn about Lemurs with Big Cat Habitat 11:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room Registration Closed Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Families Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Green Living, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Join us as Big Cat Habitat presents a presentation on Lemurs. These active primates are considered the world's oldest primate. Come learn about and see in person how wonderful Lemurs really are. Registration Required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Genealogy Assistance Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Genealogy Age Group: Adults Details: Genealogy assistance by experienced researchers. Bring your questions. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Genealogy Assistance 11:00am - 1:00pm Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Details: Genealogy assistance by experienced researchers. Bring your questions.
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. Storytime Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Details: Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! 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. Jul 31 2024 Wed Storytime 11:15am - 11:45am Veranda Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes Details: Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!
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. Partners in Play® Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Meeting Room B at Gulf Gate Library Program Type: Special Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Details: For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educator... 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. Jul 31 2024 Wed Partners in Play® 12:00pm - 1:00pm Meeting Room B Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Special Events Details: For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Summer Teen Hangout Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Room at North Port Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Details: Join us for our Summer Teen Hangout! Our teen room is designed specifically for teenagers to come together, relax, read, and enjoy some fun activities. We'll have board gam... This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Summer Teen Hangout 12:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games Details: Join us for our Summer Teen Hangout! 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. Mah Jongg for Experienced Players Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm Selby Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), 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 ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Mah Jongg for Experienced Players 1:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Games Required Seats Remaining: 9 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. Fluid Acrylic Painting Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Special Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for this fun and mesmerizing class where you will learn fluid acrylic pouring techniques and create your own 8x10 inch painting! The class will begin with a demonstration f... Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Fluid Acrylic Painting 1:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room Registration Closed Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Special Events Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Join us for this fun and mesmerizing class where you will learn fluid acrylic pouring techniques and create your own 8x10 inch painting! The class will begin with a demonstration followed by time to make your own masterpiece.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. Fun To Be Fit: Bigs Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Healthy Living Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Details: Join Ms. Adrianne and her Fun To Be Kit Bigs Class for ages 6 - 12. Join us for a class full of dancing, fitness games and a whole lot of fun! Registration is required as spa... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Fun To Be Fit: Bigs 2:00pm - 3:00pm Community Room Registration Open Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Healthy Living Required Seats Remaining: 7 Details: Join Ms. Adrianne and her Fun To Be Kit Bigs Class for ages 6 - 12. Join us for a class full of dancing, fitness games and a whole lot of fun!
This event is in the "Families" group. Mad Science presents "Up, Up and Away!" Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library Program Type: Special Events Age Group: Families Details: This spellbinding special event introduces children to the principles of air and pressure. Children see an incredible exothermic reaction take place and even get the chance to watc... This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Mad Science presents "Up, Up and Away!" 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room AB Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Families Program Type: Special Events Details: This spellbinding special event introduces children to the principles of air and pressure. Children see an incredible exothermic reaction take place and even get the chance to watch a hovercraft in action!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Teen Trivia with Jackbox Games! Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Teen Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Cultural Life, Games, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Details: Join us in the teen room to test your knowledge with JackBox Trivia! All you need is a device that can connect to the Internet. Other games available are Quiplash and Tee K.O! This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Teen Trivia with Jackbox Games! 2:30pm - 3:30pm Teen Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Cultural Life, Games, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning Details: Join us in the teen room to test your knowledge with JackBox Trivia! All you need is a device that can connect to the Internet. Other games available are Quiplash and Tee K.O!
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Quirky Crafters: Perler Bead Picture Frame Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Details: Have you ever wanted the perfect frame for your original artwork or a photo you love? Come join us and learn how to make one out of beads. Bring your creativity and hang out with u... This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Quirky Crafters: Perler Bead Picture Frame 3:00pm - 4:00pm Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts Details: Have you ever wanted the perfect frame for your original artwork or a photo you love? Come join us and learn how to make one out of beads. Bring your creativity and hang out with us! For tweens and teens.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Quit Smoking Now Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Special Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco. These include preparing to quit tobacco with a qu... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Quit Smoking Now 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Special Events Details: The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Food Smarts for Adults Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank and go home with a free bag of groceries! Each class will inclu... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Food Smarts for Adults 3:30pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning Required Seats Remaining: 4 Details: Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank and go home with a free bag of groceries! Each class will include a brief nutrition
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 "Families" group. LEGO Club Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Clubs Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families LEGO Club: Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. 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 "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed LEGO Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Activity Room Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Clubs Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. Read with the Dogs Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library Program Type: Special Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Details: Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. This program is intended for childr... This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room AB Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Special Events Details: Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication 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. Youth Video Gaming Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm Teen Center at Selby Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Details: Join us in the Teen Center for Youth Video Gaming! Play together or compete on the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Wii! 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. Jul 31 2024 Wed Youth Video Gaming 4:00pm - 5:45pm Teen Center Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Games Details: Join us in the Teen Center for Youth Video Gaming! Play together or compete on the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Wii!
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Anime Club Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Youth Program Room at Selby Library Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Movies Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Details: Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome! Registration Open Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Anime Club 4:30pm - 6:00pm Youth Program Room Registration Open Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Movies Required Seats Remaining: 28 Details: Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome! 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 "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 "Families" group. Lego Club Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm North Port Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families LEGO Club: Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the 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 "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Lego Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
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. Yoga and Gentle Stretching Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Karen Kreisler is a certified meditation, yoga, health and wellness instructor with over ten years of teaching experience. Karen believes that the combination of movement of t... Registration Open Required 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. Jul 31 2024 Wed Yoga and Gentle Stretching 6:00pm - 7:00pm Veranda Room Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Karen Kreisler is a certified meditation, yoga, health and wellness instructor with over ten years of teaching experience.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Yak and Yarn Thursday, August 1, 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room 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, August 1, 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am - 12:00pm 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 "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group. Little Adventures Story Time Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Details: For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness. This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Little Adventures Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes Details: For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.