Name: Music Club
Start: 2024-12-21T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-21T13:30:00-05:00
Location: Selby Library

Music Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Selby Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Age Group:

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

Details:

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like mus...

Library Branch: Selby Library

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Details:

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Didgeridoo Down Under

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room at Fruitville Library

Program Type:

History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries

Age Group:

Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Details:

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn abo...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Fruitville Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Program Type: History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries

Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Details:

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas ... and much more!

A cup of coffee sitting in front of a woman at a table.

Death Cafe

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Discussion Groups

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics ...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Youth Activity Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Discussion Groups

Details:

The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.

Coding Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Selby Library

Program Type:

Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction

Age Group:

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

Details:

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.

Library Branch: Selby Library

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

Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction

Details:

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Reading Adventures

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Youth Program Room at Selby Library

Program Type:

Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

Age Group:

Youth, Children (5 to 9 years)

Details:

This Storytime is meant for older children ages 5-8. There will be stories, fun activities, and a volunteer-only read aloud time. Please note, Wednesdays and Saturdays of the ...

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Youth Program Room

Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years)

Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

Details:

This Storytime is meant for older children ages 5-8. There will be stories, fun activities, and a volunteer-only read aloud time.

Please note, Wednesdays and Saturdays of the same month will have the same book selections.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tween & Teen Water Color Painting

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

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

Details:

All materials will be provided, including watercolor paints, brushes, and paper. Just bring your enthusiasm and creative spirit! Walk-ins are welcome, so drop by anytime d...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

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

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

Details:

All materials will be provided, including watercolor paints, brushes, and paper. Just bring your enthusiasm and creative spirit!

Walk-ins are welcome, so drop by anytime during our program hours to participate.

The Classical Ballet Academy presents Excerpts from the Nutcracker

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Performances, Special Events

Age Group:

Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Details:

Enjoy a magical afternoon with highlights from The Nutcracker, presented by the talented dancers of the Classical Ballet Academy. In this 30-minute performance, audiences of all ag...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Performances, Special Events

Required

Seats Remaining: 37

Details:

Enjoy a magical afternoon with highlights from The Nutcracker, presented by the talented dancers of the Classical Ballet Academy.

Genealogy Assistance

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy

Details:

Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:30pm

Group Study Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. Appointments are preferred but not required. To make an...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Group Study Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Healthy Living

Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application.

Appointments are preferred but not required.

Adult Coloring Group

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see...

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Learning Lab

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Details:

Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.

Read with the Dogs

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Special Events

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), Families

Details:

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and c...

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

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), Families

Program Type: Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Special Events

Details:

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

Monday Game Nights: Fruitville Game Jam

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room at Fruitville Library

Program Type:

Games, Special Events

Age Group:

Families

Details:

Join us for a monthly rotation of family-oriented game show games, including Jeopardy, trivia, bingo, etc. All ages are welcome. The program runs from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on the 4th Mon...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Families

Program Type: Games, Special Events

Details:

Join us for a monthly rotation of family-oriented game show games, including Jeopardy, trivia, bingo, etc. All ages are welcome. The program runs from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on the 4th Monday of the month except holidays.

Teen Writers Club

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

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

Details:

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m. ...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

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

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

Details:

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m.

An Evening of Holiday Music with Amanda Mendon

Holiday Concert - Amanda Mendon

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Age Group:

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Details:

Soprano Amanda Mendon and Pianist Jesse Martins Are Back!Enjoy once again our annual holiday concert as this delightful duo performs those all-time favorites we know and ...

Registration Open

Required

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

Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Required

Seats Remaining: 21

Details:

Soprano Amanda Mendon and Pianist Jesse Martins Are Back!

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

Genealogy Assistance

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions

Genealogy Assistance

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy, Lifelong Learning

Details:

Assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions

Storytime

Wednesday, December 25, 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!

Cancelled

Cancelled

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!

LEGO® Club

Wednesday, December 25, 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

Details:

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.

Cancelled

Cancelled

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

Details:

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.

Yak and Yarn

Thursday, December 26, 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.

Genealogy Assistance

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy

Details:

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

Tech Navigator

Thursday, December 26, 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.

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm

Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Conference Room

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Conference Room

Purpose of Meeting

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Genealogy Assistance

Thursday, December 26, 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.

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