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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.
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Escape the Library - Zombies

All Day 4/20 - 5/4
North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Do you have what it takes to escape from the zombie apocalypse? Embark on an adventure where you and your eclectic group of survivalists must navigate the undead-infested halls, un...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Remake Learning Days
Details:

Do you have what it takes to escape from the zombie apocalypse?

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Take & Make: Colorful Bookmarks

All Day 5/1 - 5/24
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Grab some supplies from the teen room to color and make your own bookmarks! While supplies last. 

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Grab some supplies from the teen room to color and make your own bookmarks! While supplies last. 

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.

Grab and Go Craft Kits

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
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)
Details:

Grab and go craft kits will be available in the youth department. Kits available for kids of all ages!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
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)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
Details:

Grab and go craft kits will be available in the youth department. Kits available for kids of all ages!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

CTE Design Art Exhibit

All Day
Rotunda at Selby Library
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits, Cultural Life, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Computer Technology Education (CTE) students will exhibit their creations at the CTE Art and Design show in the rotunda of Selby Library. Congratulations to all of the student arti...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Cultural Life, Special Events
Details:

Computer Technology Education (CTE) students will exhibit their creations at the CTE Art and Design show in the rotunda of Selby Library. Congratulations to all of the student artists!

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.

Yak and Yarn

Thursday, May 2, 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.

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, May 2, 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 "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.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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.

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 "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®

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
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...

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 "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience. For children ages 1-5.    Sponsore...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Storytimes
Details:

Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience.

For children ages 1-5. 
 

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

Adult Reading with the Dogs

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them! These gentle furry friends are c...

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

Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

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.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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.

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 "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®

Thursday, May 2, 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...

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

Beginner's Day with Quirky Knitters

Thursday, May 2, 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.

Genealogy Assistance

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.

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

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELLED - Book Discussion

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

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

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, May 2, 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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Room

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Details:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Details:

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

"Curtains Up! Exploring Elements of Theatre On and Off the Stage"-For Tweens and Teens

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Outreach, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Lights, Camera, Action!  Young actors will participate with the Venice Theatre in a variety of activities that will help them discover elements of the craft.

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Outreach, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Lights, Camera, Action! 

Young actors will participate with the Venice Theatre in a variety of activities that will help them discover elements of the craft.

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.

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing. Jo...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.

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

Sarasota Sister Cities: Chef Amalia

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

What connects us more deeply than the universal language of food? Join us on May 2nd at the Selby Library for a special installment of the SCAS Community Speakers Series, in hon...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Details:

What connects us more deeply than the universal language of food?

Join us on May 2nd at the Selby Library for a special installment of the SCAS Community Speakers Series, in honor of Cinco de Mayo, featuring the renowned Chef Amalia.

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 "All Ages" group.

Pop-Up Stop: Old Miakka School House Potluck

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Discussion Groups, Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

On the first Thursday each month, the Old Miakka School House hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Outreach
Details:

On the first Thursday each month, the Old Miakka School House hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

CTE Design Art Exhibit

All Day
Rotunda at Selby Library
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits, Cultural Life, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Computer Technology Education (CTE) students will exhibit their creations at the CTE Art and Design show in the rotunda of Selby Library. Congratulations to all of the student arti...

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Cultural Life, Special Events
Details:

Computer Technology Education (CTE) students will exhibit their creations at the CTE Art and Design show in the rotunda of Selby Library. Congratulations to all of the student artists!

Disclaimer(s)

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