Event List

Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper...

Turn a recycled Altoid tin into a fun little keepsake box with Halloween or Autumn-themed décor!

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination. In this drop-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap...

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month. The October book is The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George. Newcomers are...

Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage.  The October program is a video presentation by Gary Youngberg titled: ...

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. The program is open to...

Dive into the joy of music with musician, Jill Brown at our beginner guitar course, where music meets community! Teens and Tweens ages 11-18 are invited to come to the library t...

Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills. Local artist, Jenni...

Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of our library! Celebrating Tradition, Crafting Our Future! Welcome and Remarks at 10:30, followed by entertainment, activities, and...

Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota library! Celebrating Tradition, Crafting Our Future! Welcome and Remarks at 10:30, followed by en...

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like mus...

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned jewelry ...

Step into the thrilling world of intrigue with an exciting Who-Done-It Mystery! In this program, teens will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of detectives and work co...

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.

This class will go over the basics of computer typing using the online platform typingclub.com. Learn how to type using both hands, increase your typing speed, and brush up on some...

Discuss and plan library programs, especially the Halloween party, with other teens.

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a Nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!   No appointment required. 

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...

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educator...