Event List

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club! 

Today we'll discuss the book: “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley-Heller (2021)

Enjoy this free storytime program from The Ringling that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. Plus, continue the fun by taking home a surprise! Best for ages 0-5.

If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gate’s monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library. 

Many people want to grow more of their own food, but do not consider our unique options when starting a garden. Fruits, nuts, and more!

Ancestry.com is a resource that allows users to search historical records to learn about their family history.

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions!

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Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Calling all families with readers! Our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!

Join us on the third Tuesday of every month for a new art project! 

In this hands-on art program, our young artists will be given an assortment of craft supplies to let their imaginations and creativity run wild! 

Join us every other Tuesday to show off your LEGO building talents.  Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.

Join us in the teen center to explore your creativity! Drop in and make the most of craft and jewelry supplies.

This is recommended for tweens and teens, ages 9-18.

Join us to make your very own cookie in a mug. We'll be using flour, brown sugar, egg, granulated sugar, butter, chocolate chips, and vanilla for these sweet treats!

We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Join us at Teen DIY Lab! 

Each month we will try out a new DIY project you can make and take home.

This month we will be learning how to use the Cricut to design and create personalized temporary tattoos. 

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation is excited to offer a new series of Arts Wellness Workshops, designed to enhance community well-being through the power of the arts.

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

Join Miss Taylor for a special Play & Learn Storytime! Each storytime will feature books and songs as well as play time at the end.

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.

The Socrates Cafe is a discussion group in which everyone is welcome! Feel free to join in and propose topics that interest you. We vote on the topic and then take turns offering viewpoints and questions.