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Summer Learning: Pokémon Club

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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.

AniCom Club

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room B at Selby Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years)

Come join fellow Anime and Comics enthusiasts in discussions about our favorite shows, comics & Manga! 

For new adults (18-30 years old).

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room B
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
:

Come join fellow Anime and Comics enthusiasts in discussions about our favorite shows, comics & Manga! 

For new adults (18-30 years old).

Black and white photo of forty people standing in front of Methodist-Episcopal Church, Knights Chapel, Nokomis, built 1903.

The Knight Family Legacy in Sarasota County

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, America's 250th Celebration, Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The Knight Family Legacy in Sarasota County

Presented by:

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library
Room: Classroom A/B
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, America's 250th Celebration, Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

The Knight Family Legacy in Sarasota County

Presented by:

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Mystery Board Game

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Join us every Thursday afternoon during summer for an exciting mystery board game. Each week features a different board game. No registration needed.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Join us every Thursday afternoon during summer for an exciting mystery board game. Each week features a different board game. No registration needed.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Chucko the All-American Clown

Chucko the All-American Clown

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Summer Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), 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

Meet Chuck Sidlow and watch, follow, and participate in his magical and musical LIVE TRANSFORMATION into CHUCKO THE ALL-AMERICAN CLOWN!

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), 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: Career Journeys, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Summer Learning, Special Events
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Meet Chuck Sidlow and watch, follow, and participate in his magical and musical LIVE TRANSFORMATION into CHUCKO THE ALL-AMERICAN CLOWN!

POP UP Library

POP STOP SRQ Con

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Outreach
Age Group:
Families, All Ages

Join us and the POP UP for the annual pop culture convention at Selby Library, SRQCon! 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, Outreach
:

Join us and the POP UP for the annual pop culture convention at Selby Library, SRQCon! 

Summer Learning Ice Cream Kickoff

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Summer 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

What better way to celebrate the beginning of summer than FREE ICE CREAM? We're excited to kick off our 2026 Summer Learning Program with a visit from The Q Ice Cream Truck.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
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), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, Summer Learning, Special Events
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What better way to celebrate the beginning of summer than FREE ICE CREAM? We're excited to kick off our 2026 Summer Learning Program with a visit from The Q Ice Cream Truck.

Princess Storytime

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Performances, Summer Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

LET IT GOOOOO!

Beat the summer heat, and join us for a magical, musical storytime hosted by your favorite cold-weather princesses.

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: Cultural Life, Performances, Summer Learning, Storytimes
:

LET IT GOOOOO!

Beat the summer heat, and join us for a magical, musical storytime hosted by your favorite cold-weather princesses.

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Music | Dr. Pete Carney presents Jazz from West Side Story

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Gulf Gate Library is pleased to welcome Dr. Pete Carney, Director of Jazz Studies at State College of Florida, for a dynamic lecture‑concert exploring the jazz from West Side Story. Dr.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances
:

Gulf Gate Library is pleased to welcome Dr. Pete Carney, Director of Jazz Studies at State College of Florida, for a dynamic lecture‑concert exploring the jazz from West Side Story. Dr.

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Jazz Jam SRQ

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
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Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A collage of children enjoying music by Jill Brown

Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience.

For children ages 1-5. 

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)
Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Summer Learning
:

Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience.

For children ages 1-5. 

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Teen Gamers Guild

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures.

Disclaimer(s)

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

pokemon club

Summer Learning: Pokémon Club

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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.

It says "Plant a seed, Read" in both English and Spanish

Summer Learning Kick-off Party!

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:45am - 12:30pm
Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Green Living, Performances, Summer Learning
Age Group:
All Ages

Plant the seed of curiosity with us at Elsie Quirk this summer! Join us for breakfast treats and rock painting outside.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, Green Living, Performances, Summer Learning
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Plant the seed of curiosity with us at Elsie Quirk this summer! Join us for breakfast treats and rock painting outside.

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Mystery Board Game

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Join us every Thursday afternoon during summer for an exciting mystery board game. Each week features a different board game. No registration needed. Recommended for Teens and Adults.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Join us every Thursday afternoon during summer for an exciting mystery board game. Each week features a different board game. No registration needed. Recommended for Teens and Adults.

Disclaimer(s)

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

POP UP Library

POP STOP Wellen Park Night Market

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Outreach, Special Events
Age Group:
Families, All Ages

Join the POP UP and  Wellen Park Night Market as they bring together independent artists + makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food (and more!) in a fun + inspiring environment that champions community.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, Outreach, Special Events
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Join the POP UP and  Wellen Park Night Market as they bring together independent artists + makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food (and more!) in a fun + inspiring environment that champions community.

A group of people playing drums

Drums of Unity

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
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

In this lively drum circle led by Joe Licinski, learn the basics of playing an African drum while practicing cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, and active memory! Drums will be provided. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting 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
Program Type: Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Registration Required
:

In this lively drum circle led by Joe Licinski, learn the basics of playing an African drum while practicing cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, and active memory! Drums will be provided. 

Free Second Sunday at SAM

Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life
Age Group:
All Ages

Free for ALL

Sarasota Art Museum

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life
:

Free for ALL

Sarasota Art Museum

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Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances
:

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Monthly Book Club |

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss TITLE by AUTHOR.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
:

Join us to discuss TITLE by AUTHOR.

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Teen Gamers Guild

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures.

Disclaimer(s)

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

pokemon club

Summer Learning: Pokémon Club

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Summer Learning:

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning
:

Summer Learning

This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone!

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.

flute on sheet music

Astralis Chamber Ensemble: Forest Whispers

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The Astralis Chamber Ensemble has been touring for 15 years and is one of the most active chamber ensembles in the United States.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Summer Learning
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The Astralis Chamber Ensemble has been touring for 15 years and is one of the most active chamber ensembles in the United States.

AniCom Club

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room B at Selby Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years)

Come join fellow Anime and Comics enthusiasts in discussions about our favorite shows, comics & Manga! 

For new adults (18-30 years old).

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room B
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups
:

Come join fellow Anime and Comics enthusiasts in discussions about our favorite shows, comics & Manga! 

For new adults (18-30 years old).