Event List

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Do you need help with a sewing or mending project? Bring your fabric and your plan and we can help with the rest. 

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Join us for coffee, crosswords, coloring and participate in book related activities to discover a new favorite book to read!

Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.

For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness. 

Join us at the North Port Library for a kid's sensory playtime.  

A fun interactive, educational time designed for children with autism and/or sensory challenges.  

An Agency Site is a stop such as a senior living community, nursing home, or school that is not accessible to the public.

Relax and move into a peaceful vibe with calm coloring, flowing doodling, and chill music! Choose from mandala coloring sheets or design your own patterns to color.

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet.  All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.

Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Come join us in this exciting Chair Yoga practice to explore gentle yoga poses with the support of a chair. This class is perfect for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from injury.

Learn how to landscape for, attract and identify bees found on the Florida Suncoast.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

This program is intended for children who can read independently  

Who doesn't love a good CRAFTernoon? Join us each month for a fun craft. All you need to bring is your creativity! This month, learn how to make a galaxy jar with cotton balls, paint, water, and glitter. Best for ages 5-12.

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

Make a design of your choice with perler beads! Templates will be provides for various designs, or make your own unique creation.

Recommended for ages 9-18.

Join other teens at our monthly Teen Advisory Board Meeting. The Board will discuss topics related to teen library services, teen programs and the teen collections. Attendees will receive community service credit for their time at the meeting.

Learn how to write a standout resume and discover all the free resources that Sarasota County Libraries have to help you on your career journey!

Citizenship instruction

Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.

Every baby can be a library baby!

Join us every month for a variety of STEM activities including ozobots, LEGO^TM  bricks, snap circuits, and more! All ages welcome!

Join folk guitarist and singer Dave Moran for a collection of children's songs with a show from the Selby puppets.