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Lecture | Robert Frost (yes, 'that' Robert Frost!) in Florida

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Perhaps no other American poet is so closely associated with Yankee wit and wisdom as is Robert Frost.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
:

Perhaps no other American poet is so closely associated with Yankee wit and wisdom as is Robert Frost.

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

Arts & Crafts: Christmas Reed Diffuser

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Create a moment to add to your holidays.  Make a gift for a friend or share this with your family.  All materials provided.  Nor registration is required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.

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

Create a moment to add to your holidays.  Make a gift for a friend or share this with your family.  All materials provided.  Nor registration is required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.

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

Forever Fit

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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
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
:

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.

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

Travelogue | Japan II - Koyasan, Nara

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only) at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join Jane Malher for the second installment of her journey through Japan, as she explores the spiritual and cultural heartlands of Koyasan and Nara.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
:

Join Jane Malher for the second installment of her journey through Japan, as she explores the spiritual and cultural heartlands of Koyasan and Nara.

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

Arts & Crafts: Junk Journal Junkies

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 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.... 

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

Forever Fit

Thursday, December 11, 2025 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
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
:

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.

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

Arts & Crafts: Christmas Reed Diffuser

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Create a moment to add to your holidays.  Make a gift for a friend or share this with your family.  All materials provided.  Nor registration is required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.

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

Create a moment to add to your holidays.  Make a gift for a friend or share this with your family.  All materials provided.  Nor registration is required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.

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

Pop Stop Wellen Park Night Market

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market!  The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Outreach
:

Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market!  The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park. 

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

Meditation Workshop with Manching

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

This beginner-friendly session introduces participants to simple meditation techniques that can easily be incorporated into daily life. We will work on gentle breathing awareness, guided relaxation, and mindfulness.

Waitlist
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, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

This beginner-friendly session introduces participants to simple meditation techniques that can easily be incorporated into daily life. We will work on gentle breathing awareness, guided relaxation, and mindfulness.

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

UF/IFAS: Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Planting for Suncoast Hummingbirds

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Learn how to attract and ID local Hummingbirds. 

Then learn about what plants you can place in your landscape to help them thrive.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Learn how to attract and ID local Hummingbirds. 

Then learn about what plants you can place in your landscape to help them thrive.

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

Stressless Holiday Entertaining

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only) at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Award-winning cookbook author Chef Warren Caterson shares holiday kitchen tips, cooking hints, and humorous anecdotes about the joys and challenges of entertaining for the holidays.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living
:

Award-winning cookbook author Chef Warren Caterson shares holiday kitchen tips, cooking hints, and humorous anecdotes about the joys and challenges of entertaining for the holidays.

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

Forever Fit

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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
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
:

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.

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

Paint a Winter Scene

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Paint a winter scene in shades of gray and blue!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
:

Paint a winter scene in shades of gray and blue!

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

DIY Water Color Holiday Cards

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Let's make holiday cards for the special people in our lives. No experience necessary. Let's just have some fun! 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Let's make holiday cards for the special people in our lives. No experience necessary. Let's just have some fun! 

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

World War II Book Talk

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Join us for a presentation with author, Dale A. Jenkins!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Join us for a presentation with author, Dale A. Jenkins!

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

Arts & Crafts: Snow Globe Mason Jar Topper

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Capture a timeless Christmas moment and share it with a friend!  All materials provided.  Adults only.  No registration required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.  First come, first seated.

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

Capture a timeless Christmas moment and share it with a friend!  All materials provided.  Adults only.  No registration required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.  First come, first seated.

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

Sing to Heal

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

This interactive and transformative workshop explores the profound healing potential of singing.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
:

This interactive and transformative workshop explores the profound healing potential of singing.

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

Arts & Crafts: Snow Globe Mason Jar Topper

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Capture a timeless Christmas moment and share it with a friend!  All materials provided.  Adults only.  No registration required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.  First come, first seated.

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

Capture a timeless Christmas moment and share it with a friend!  All materials provided.  Adults only.  No registration required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.  First come, first seated.

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

Creation Station Craft: Cricut Mug Press

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Time Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Do you struggle to find your name in any theme park gift shop? Do you have the idea that would make a perfect gag gift, but nobody else seems to sell your sense of humor? We can help; come to the library and make your own mug!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
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 struggle to find your name in any theme park gift shop? Do you have the idea that would make a perfect gag gift, but nobody else seems to sell your sense of humor? We can help; come to the library and make your own mug!

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

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
:

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

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

Forever Fit

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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
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
:

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.

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

Creation Station Craft: Cricut Mug Press

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Do you struggle to find your name in any theme park gift shop? Do you have the idea that would make a perfect gag gift, but nobody else seems to sell your sense of humor? We can help; come to the library and make your own mug!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
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 struggle to find your name in any theme park gift shop? Do you have the idea that would make a perfect gag gift, but nobody else seems to sell your sense of humor? We can help; come to the library and make your own mug!

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

Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Registration Required
:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Vermont's Easy Street - "Swingin' Holiday Tunes from Bing to Burl"

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only) at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
All Ages

Join Lisa Brande and Mark Trichka for a delightful hour of classic holiday favorites—plus some lesser-known songs from traditions around the world. 

Let’s sing together!

All ages. First come, first seated

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
:

Join Lisa Brande and Mark Trichka for a delightful hour of classic holiday favorites—plus some lesser-known songs from traditions around the world. 

Let’s sing together!

All ages. First come, first seated