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All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
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LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Friends of Selby Public Library logo in blue

FOSPL Silent Auction

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Details:

Save the date for the Friends of Selby Public Library Silent Auction!

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Details:

Save the date for the Friends of Selby Public Library Silent Auction!

Bringing Little Women to Life: A Journey Through Musical Theater and Period Costume Design

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Step into the world of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women with The Sarasota Players Studio! This engaging program explores the magic of musical theater, highlighting key scenes and s...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Step into the world of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women with The Sarasota Players Studio! This engaging program explores the magic of musical theater, highlighting key scenes and songs from Little Women: The Musical. 

Baseball in Paradise: A History of Spring Training in Florida

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

The history of America's Pastime and the Sunshine State has been intertwined since the advent of the Grapefruit League. Learn about spring training's humble beginnings, the game-ch...

Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Details:

The history of America's Pastime and the Sunshine State has been intertwined since the advent of the Grapefruit League.

Venice Heritage History@ the Library

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage.  "Venice Army Air Base" - PowerPoint presentation by Clarke Pressly. ...

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture
Details:
Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage.  "Venice Army Air Base" - PowerPoint presentation by Clarke Pressly.

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Possible Abraham Lincoln portrayaldult Programming TBD

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture
Kevin Wood as Mr. Lincoln looks to the left of the frame in this black and white photograph

Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Mr. Lincoln shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality, including the relationship between the white and black races during his ti...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Details:

Mr. Lincoln shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality, including the relationship between the white and black races during his time.

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

Fun Home! Art imitating Life through Graphic Novels

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Art Displays & Exhibits, Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Join The Sarasota Players as they explore the concept of "art imitating life" by examining the graphic novel format through the lens of Fun Home, the Tony Award-winning musical bas...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Art Displays & Exhibits, Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Details:

Join The Sarasota Players as they explore the concept of "art imitating life" by examining the graphic novel format through the lens of Fun Home, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir.

Into the Woods: Fractured Fairytales and the Magic of Storytelling

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

In this interactive class, join The Sarasota Players as they delve into fractured fairytales through the lens of Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim's beloved musical that reimagines ...

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

In this interactive class, join The Sarasota Players as they delve into fractured fairytales through the lens of Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim's beloved musical that reimagines classic fairytale characters and stories.

Venice Heritage History@ the Library

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage.  "Venice History: People Behind the Landmarks" - PowerPoint presenta...

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture
Details:
Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage. 

"Venice History: People Behind the Landmarks" - PowerPoint presentation by VHI Board member Irvin Lewin.

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY