Event List

Libraries and History Center Closure

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

Libraries and History Center ClosureWe will resume normal hours on Thursday, May 8.

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

Description:

Libraries and History Center Closure

We will resume normal hours on Thursday, May 8.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

No Rules Art Journaling

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Reflect and engage as you explore multi-media art. This art-form is accessible to everyone, and encourages creative expression and conversations.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Reflect and engage as you explore multi-media art. This art-form is accessible to everyone, and encourages creative expression and conversations.

Teen Writers Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Juliano Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Juliano Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning

Details:

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Introduction to Tabletop Gaming

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Color Our World (Summer 2025), Cultural Life

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults

Do you already play or are you interested in learning about the popular tabletop games Warhammer™ and Warhammer 40,000? Join us on for an introduction to building and painting your first model.

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Color Our World (Summer 2025), Cultural Life

Registration Required

Details:

Do you already play or are you interested in learning about the popular tabletop games Warhammer™ and Warhammer 40,000? Join us on for an introduction to building and painting your first model.

Travelogues with Jane Mahler | Australia, Part 1

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

History & Culture, Lectures, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Join world traveler Jane Mahler for the first part of her Australian adventure, covering Melbourne and the Red Centre. Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia and known for its arts scene and striking architecture.

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room AB

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: History & Culture, Lectures, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Join world traveler Jane Mahler for the first part of her Australian adventure, covering Melbourne and the Red Centre. Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia and known for its arts scene and striking architecture.

An image of a macrame wall hanging as an example of the project that will be made for this program

Teen Craft Zone: Macrame Wall Hanging

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Learn the art of macrame in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners, you'll create a beautiful mini wall hanging while mastering essential knots and techniques. All materials are provided.

Waitlist

Register Now

Registration Required

Waitlist

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Learning Lab

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Details:

Learn the art of macrame in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners, you'll create a beautiful mini wall hanging while mastering essential knots and techniques. All materials are provided.

Morning Brew Coffee Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Creation Station at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Discussion Groups, Games, Special Events, Cultural Life

Age Group:

All Ages

Join us for a monthly cozy catch-up!

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Games, Special Events, Cultural Life

Registration Required

Details:

Join us for a monthly cozy catch-up!

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

View Details

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

Creation Station: Adult Papercrafting

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Creation Station at Selby Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Do you have little old pieces of memories like receipts, tickets, or photos? Get them out of the storage bin, and turn them into art.

Upcoming

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Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life

Registration Required

Details:

Do you have little old pieces of memories like receipts, tickets, or photos? Get them out of the storage bin, and turn them into art.

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, 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.

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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, Cultural Life, Healthy Living

Details:

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

Teen Writers Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work.

View Details

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning

Details:

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A black and white portrait of William Whitaker.

William Whitaker and the Settlement of Sarasota Bay

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Classroom A/B (both rooms) at Osprey Library and History Center

Program Type:

Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

William Whitaker and the Settlement of Sarasota Bay

Presented by:

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center

Room: Classroom A/B (both rooms)

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Details:

William Whitaker and the Settlement of Sarasota Bay

Presented by:

Fun to be Fit: littles

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Special Events, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years)

Join Ms. Adrianne for a fun program featuring music and movement! For ages 0-5.

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years)

Program Type: Special Events, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Join Ms. Adrianne for a fun program featuring music and movement! For ages 0-5.

Time Sifters Presents: “Fantastic Archaeology: What Inquiring Minds Should Know” Archaeology Lecture

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Archaeology, Cultural Life, Lectures

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society:

May 21, 2025

“Fantastic Archaeology: What Inquiring Minds Should Know”

Dr. Rob Tykot

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Archaeology, Cultural Life, Lectures

Details:

Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society:

May 21, 2025

“Fantastic Archaeology: What Inquiring Minds Should Know”

Dr. Rob Tykot

Disclaimer(s)

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

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

View Details

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

Photo of a rusted sunken boat in The Villages, FL by Michael Hamments

Jacob Winge Presents: Florida Shipwrecks

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Lectures, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

With more than 2000 documented shipwrecks in its waters, Florida ranks second in the U.S. only surpassed by Michigan. Join us for a look at thirty shipwrecks that influenced Florida history through the ages.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Lectures, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

With more than 2000 documented shipwrecks in its waters, Florida ranks second in the U.S. only surpassed by Michigan. Join us for a look at thirty shipwrecks that influenced Florida history through the ages.

Libraries and History Center Closure

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 and History Center ClosureWe will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 27.

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 and History Center Closure

We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 27.

Drums of Unity with Joe Licinski

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Music in the Libraries, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Drums of Unity is an opportunity for participants to join in a fun, dynamic, and positive group activity. Interaction, cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, active memory and fun are all part of this unique activity.

Upcoming

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Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Details:

Drums of Unity is an opportunity for participants to join in a fun, dynamic, and positive group activity. Interaction, cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, active memory and fun are all part of this unique activity.

North Port Library Chess Club

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play?

Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play?

Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Movie of the Month: The Boys in the Boat

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Movies, Cultural Life

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Grab a friend and some popcorn and enjoy a free showing of a different movie each month!

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Movies, Cultural Life

Details:

Grab a friend and some popcorn and enjoy a free showing of a different movie each month!

Teen Game Café

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Teen Zone at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Games, Cultural Life

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Games, Cultural Life

Details:

Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.

Teen Craft Zone: 3D Printing Press

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)

Learn about printmaking with local artist, Elizabeth Goodwill! Create a printing plate using cardboard and recycled plastic, then learn to ink and run prints through a 3D printing press.

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Details:

Learn about printmaking with local artist, Elizabeth Goodwill! Create a printing plate using cardboard and recycled plastic, then learn to ink and run prints through a 3D printing press.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

View Details

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

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