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Busy Little Hands Activity Hour

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Games, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and their families can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time Room.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Games, Lifelong Learning
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Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and their families can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time Room.

Socrates Cafe

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room B at Selby Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
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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.

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Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Games, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

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 you enjoy parenting even more.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Games, Lifelong Learning
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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 you enjoy parenting even more.

Road Scholar: Honoring D-Day— Echoes of Valor & Victory

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about D-Day, the beginning of the end for Nazi oppression in Europe

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about D-Day, the beginning of the end for Nazi oppression in Europe

Summer Learning Kickoff: Potato Party

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a spud-tacular celebration for your whole family! Enjoy hands-on crafts, STEM activities, a food truck, and more! 

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
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Join us for a spud-tacular celebration for your whole family! Enjoy hands-on crafts, STEM activities, a food truck, and more! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

sakura flowers

Anime/Manga Club

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Movies, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), 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!

Do you want to share your anime/manga obsession with other Otaku? Come to the club! We will enjoy talking about Japanese culture, eating Japanese snacks, and of course, watching anime!

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Movies, Summer Learning
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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 want to share your anime/manga obsession with other Otaku? Come to the club! We will enjoy talking about Japanese culture, eating Japanese snacks, and of course, watching anime!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Scattered tarot cards from the Rider Waite deck

Summer Learning: Tarot Literacy

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)

Curious about tarot? Interested in learning how to read a spread for yourself but overwhelmed by where to start? In this biweekly series, patrons will learn how to interpret the cards with a lens of guidance, intuition, and self-actualization.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)
Program Type: Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
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Curious about tarot? Interested in learning how to read a spread for yourself but overwhelmed by where to start? In this biweekly series, patrons will learn how to interpret the cards with a lens of guidance, intuition, and self-actualization.

knitted items

Yak and Yarn

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
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Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

a Young child holding up an atom

The Magic of Science with Mad Science of Greater Tampa Bay

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events, Summer Learning
Age Group:
All Ages

A magician's worst nightmare - Magic secrets will be revealed as the students understand the pivotal role science plays in the world of magic. Discover how magicians use science to create illusions and slight-of-hand to misdirect their audiences.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events, Summer Learning
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A magician's worst nightmare - Magic secrets will be revealed as the students understand the pivotal role science plays in the world of magic. Discover how magicians use science to create illusions and slight-of-hand to misdirect their audiences.

IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting)

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:15pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Book Discussions, Clubs, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

As an educational nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) focuses most of its resources into providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Clubs, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
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As an educational nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) focuses most of its resources into providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects.

POP UP Library

Agency Site

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
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An Agency Site is a stop such as a senior living community, nursing home or school that is not accessible to the public.

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Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Games, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

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 you enjoy parenting even more.

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)
Program Type: Games, Lifelong Learning
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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 you enjoy parenting even more.

Forty Carrots Logo

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

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 you enjoy parenting even more.

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)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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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 you enjoy parenting even more.

Yoga with Manching

Chair Yoga With Manching

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance.

An illustration of two cashiers at a fantasy convenience store

Summer Learning: Let's Draw Some Anime!

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), 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!

Join professional artist Miss Dean in learning how to draw your favorite shonen protagonists as well as your very own original characters! 

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)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Registration Required
:

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 professional artist Miss Dean in learning how to draw your favorite shonen protagonists as well as your very own original characters! 

Open Book

Book Club

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
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Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

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
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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. 

grow bag

How to Make a Container Garden for Pollinators

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Participants will learn about pollinators and what attracts them and then create their own container gardens.

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, Green Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Registration Required
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Participants will learn about pollinators and what attracts them and then create their own container gardens.

POP UP Library

Agency Site

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
:

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

POP UP Library

Agency Site

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Summer Learning
:

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

cooking

One- Pot Vegetarian Meals with Chef Warren

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cooking & Nutrition, Green Living, Healthy Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Learn how to make healthy, filling and delicious one-pot meals for two or two hundred with Chef Warren. Whether stews, ragouts, or hearty soups, these recipe basics will provide you with dozens of options for every season.

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, Cooking & Nutrition, Green Living, Healthy Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning
Registration Required
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Learn how to make healthy, filling and delicious one-pot meals for two or two hundred with Chef Warren. Whether stews, ragouts, or hearty soups, these recipe basics will provide you with dozens of options for every season.

POP UP Library

POP STOP - Longboat Key

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, All Ages

Full library service for residents of Longboat Key.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Youth, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Storytimes
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Full library service for residents of Longboat Key.

Open books overlapping on desk.

Quirky Readers

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Today we'll discuss the book: “Everything is Tuberculosis” by John Green (2025) 

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
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Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club! 

Today we'll discuss the book: “Everything is Tuberculosis” by John Green (2025) 

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
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Join us to discuss TITLE by AUTHOR.