This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Tinker Tuesday Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families A different project every week!Recommended for ages 6 and up. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station : A different project every week!Recommended for ages 6 and up. 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 Anime Club Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teen Center at Selby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Movies Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us in the teen center to watch anime, discuss our favorite characters, and enjoy a small craft or art activity!This is recommended for tweens and teens, ages 9-18. View Details This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Anime Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Teen Center Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Movies : Join us in the teen center to watch anime, discuss our favorite characters, and enjoy a small craft or art activity!This is recommended for tweens and teens, ages 9-18. 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 Teen DIY Lab: Lip Balm Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Story Time Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) 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 using Kool-Aid to create a variety of fun lip balms and glosses. View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Teen DIY Lab: Lip Balm 4:30pm–6:00pm Story Time Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning : 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 using Kool-Aid to create a variety of fun lip balms and glosses.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group AARP Tax-Aide Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Tax Help Age Group: Adults, Seniors Tax help by appointment. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed AARP Tax-Aide 10:00am–5:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : Tax help by appointment.
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 Fun to be Fit: littles Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Get ready for a music and movement adventure with Ms. Adrianne! In our Fun To Be Fit Kids “littles” classes (ages 1–5), you’ll enjoy a new theme every month with fresh songs, dances, and stories. View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Fun to be Fit: littles 10:15am–11:00am Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events : Get ready for a music and movement adventure with Ms. Adrianne! In our Fun To Be Fit Kids “littles” classes (ages 1–5), you’ll enjoy a new theme every month with fresh songs, dances, and stories.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Let's Pretend Day Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) 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. View Details This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Let's Pretend Day 10:30am–11:30am Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes : 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances Age Group: Adults The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.) Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series 10:30am–11:30am Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances Registration Required : The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.)
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 AARP Tax-Aide Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Tax Help Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library. View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–2:30pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Genealogy Assistance Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Genealogy Age Group: Adults, Seniors Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy : Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions!
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 Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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) Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Storytime 11:15am–11:45am Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!
This event is in the "Youth" 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm North Port Library Program Type: Healthy Living Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed. View Details This event is in the "Youth" 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department 12:00pm–4:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Healthy Living : The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.
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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Ukrainian Pysanka Easter Egg Demonstration Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Special Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Celebrate the beauty and tradition of Pysanka, the ancient Ukrainian art of egg decorating. Learn about the intricate designs, symbolic meanings, and wax-resistant techniques used to create these stunning works of art. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Ukrainian Pysanka Easter Egg Demonstration 2:00pm–3:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Special Events Registration Required : Celebrate the beauty and tradition of Pysanka, the ancient Ukrainian art of egg decorating. Learn about the intricate designs, symbolic meanings, and wax-resistant techniques used to create these stunning works of art.
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 Meditation and Guided Imagery Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques. View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Meditation and Guided Imagery 3:00pm–4:30pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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, Healthy Living : Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.
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 Food Smarts for Adults Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Story Time Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem Registration Open Register Now Registration Required 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Food Smarts for Adults 3:30pm–4:30pm Story Time Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living Registration Required : Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem
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 Knit and Stitch Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Rotunda at Selby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking. View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Knit and Stitch 5:30pm–7:30pm Rotunda Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Rotunda Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking.
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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Time Sifters Lecture Series: The Military Orders of the Crusades - Knights Templar, Knights Hospitaller, & the Teutonic Knights Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library Program Type: Archaeology, History & Culture, Lectures Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "The Military Order of the Crusades: Knights Templar, Knights Hospitaller, &am View Details 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Time Sifters Lecture Series: The Military Orders of the Crusades - Knights Templar, Knights Hospitaller, & the Teutonic Knights 5:45pm–7:15pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Archaeology, History & Culture, Lectures : Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "The Military Order of the Crusades: Knights Templar, Knights Hospitaller, &am
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group LEGO® Club Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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 Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination. View Details This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Mar 18 2026 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
Evening Book Club Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Purpose of Room Use: Book Club Discussion January 21st - All the Colors of the Dark / Chris WhitakerFebruary 18th - Priceless : how I went undercover to rescue the world's stolen treasur... Youth Activity Room Mar 18 2026 Wed Evening Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Purpose of Room Use Book Club Discussion
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Yak and Yarn Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults, Seniors Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups : Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
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 Tech Navigator Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Port Library Program Type: , , Technology Instruction Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors 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. View Details 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 Mar 19 2026 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Technology Instruction : 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Wisdom of Women Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Study Room C at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults Discussion group View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Wisdom of Women 10:00am–12:00pm Study Room C Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Study Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups : Discussion group
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group AARP Tax-Aide Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Tax Help Age Group: Adults, Seniors Tax help by appointment. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 19 2026 Thu AARP Tax-Aide 10:00am–5:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : Tax help by appointment.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Forever Fit Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning Age Group: Adults, Seniors Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Forever Fit 10:15am–11:00am Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning : Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
French Conversation Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:45am Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library Purpose of Room Use: Promoting French History, Culture and language Meeting Room A Mar 19 2026 Thu French Conversation 10:15am–11:45am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Room Use Promoting French History, Culture and language