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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

Pokémon™ Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Games
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Do you wanna be the very best? Like no one ever was? 

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games
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Do you wanna be the very best? Like no one ever was? 

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

UF/IFAS: One Seed Gardening

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for One Seed and explore how to grow and use a special edible crop. Free seed packets of our One Seed selection will be provided to participants. Lots of free informational resources will be shared, too.

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, Green Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
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Join us for One Seed and explore how to grow and use a special edible crop. Free seed packets of our One Seed selection will be provided to participants. Lots of free informational resources will be shared, too.

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

Enhancing Your Reading Experience With Digital Apps

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you an avid e-book reader? Come learn about popular reading apps, book clubs, author chats, and personalized book recommendations. For adults.

Note: For this program, participants should be proficient with using phones and tablets.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Are you an avid e-book reader? Come learn about popular reading apps, book clubs, author chats, and personalized book recommendations. For adults.

Note: For this program, participants should be proficient with using phones and tablets.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LVSSC Course: Citizenship preparation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. 

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. 

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

Pop Stop Wellen Park Night Market

Thursday, January 8, 2026 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
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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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group

Fun to be Fit: Littles

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)

Join presenter Adrianne Pezzella for a special music and movement program especially for children and their caregivers to attend together. Enjoy quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise, and having fun! Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living
Registration Required
:

Join presenter Adrianne Pezzella for a special music and movement program especially for children and their caregivers to attend together. Enjoy quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise, and having fun! Registration required.

Coffee Chat with Sarasota County Schools

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Purpose of Room Use:

We are organizing monthly Coffee Chat events to engage parents and community members in topics important to education.

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Purpose of Room Use

We are organizing monthly Coffee Chat events to engage parents and community members in topics important to education.

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 Adult Lab: Epoxy Jewelry Making

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, allowing everyone to design and take home their own beautiful epoxy jewelry piece.

Registration Required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creation Station
Registration Required
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This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, allowing everyone to design and take home their own beautiful epoxy jewelry piece.

Registration Required.

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

Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair

Friday, January 9, 2026 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!

Registration Open
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Paint and Sip

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Spritz up your day with a paint and sip! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, come paint a masterpiece and enjoy a selection of mocktails.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
:

Spritz up your day with a paint and sip! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, come paint a masterpiece and enjoy a selection of mocktails.

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

Intro to Spinal Health with Breath (GYROKINESIS® Method)

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please note - registration for this event will open early, on December 23rd, due to the library's holiday closures.  

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Registration Required
:

Please note - registration for this event will open early, on December 23rd, due to the library's holiday closures.  

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

LAB & HC Communications Committee Meeting

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Purpose of Room Use:

Quarterly Meeting

Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Room Use

Quarterly Meeting

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

Music | Golden Oldies for Golden Years!

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Frank D'Ambrosio brings live music with the nostalgic charm of the ’40s and ’50s. A natural crooner, he delivers entertainment filled with class and style.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
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Frank D'Ambrosio brings live music with the nostalgic charm of the ’40s and ’50s. A natural crooner, he delivers entertainment filled with class and style.

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

Shery Faye Presents Historical Women--Abigail Adams

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
History & Culture, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Abigail Adams presented by Sheryl Faye, a performer who portrays women from history.

 

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: History & Culture, Performances
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Abigail Adams presented by Sheryl Faye, a performer who portrays women from history.

 

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

Book Club

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
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Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

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

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)

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.

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

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

Sparkle and Create: Self-Led Jewelry Making

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
:

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

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
This event is in the "Families" group

Asian Spice Tea Tasting

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cooking & Nutrition, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Discover the rich traditions of spice and herbal tea-making in diverse Asian cultures. Enjoy your original herbal tea blend and enjoy tasting it in class.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cooking & Nutrition, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

Discover the rich traditions of spice and herbal tea-making in diverse Asian cultures. Enjoy your original herbal tea blend and enjoy tasting it in class.

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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
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

One Book: Drawing with Dean - Intro to Creativity Session 1

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join artist, Sarah Dean, and learn to draw to your heart's content and have fun creating art! This art class is open both experienced artists and complete beginners. Attend one or all!

Upcoming
Registration Required
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
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Join artist, Sarah Dean, and learn to draw to your heart's content and have fun creating art! This art class is open both experienced artists and complete beginners. Attend one or all!

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

40 Carrots: Partners in Play

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Forty Carrots Partners in Play:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help yo...

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)
Program Type: Special Events

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

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 "Families" group

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Storytimes
:

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

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 "Families" group

Preschool Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Storytimes
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Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team.

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

Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. 


 

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
:

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. 


 

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

40 Carrots: Partners in Play

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Forty Carrots Partners in Play:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help yo...

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)
Program Type: Special Events

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.