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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Nutrition Cooking Class 12:00pm–1:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Waitlist 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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Nutrition Cooking Class 12:00pm–1:00pm Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning Registration Required : Learn how to make balanced, tasty, and nourishing meals get simple strategies for eating healthy, participate in fun activities!Registration required as space is limited. 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Adult Craft: Decoupage a Flower Pot (session 1) 2:00pm–3:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Full 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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Adult Craft: Decoupage a Flower Pot (session 1) 2:00pm–3:30pm Meeting Room Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living, 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! Plant a seed in your own personalized terra cotta pot! Instead of buying a fancy flower pot, try making your own decoupage pot using mod podge and paper.All supplies are provided, and space is limited.
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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Crystal Bowl Sound Bath 4:00pm–5:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Veranda Room Registration Open 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 Jun 9 2026 Tue Crystal Bowl Sound Bath 4:00pm–5:00pm Veranda Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries Registration Required : Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.
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 Jun 9 2026 Tue SRQ Makers Group Meetup 6:00pm–7:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Creation Station 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 Jun 9 2026 Tue SRQ Makers Group Meetup 6:00pm–7:30pm Creation Station Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups : This meetup is for anyone in the Sarasota area who is interested in all things DIY, hobby electronics, robotics, coding, 3D printing, and more.
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 Jun 10 2026 Wed Road Scholar: Honoring D-Day— Echoes of Valor & Victory 1:00pm–2:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Veranda Room 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 Jun 10 2026 Wed Road Scholar: Honoring D-Day— Echoes of Valor & Victory 1:00pm–2:30pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about D-Day, the beginning of the end for Nazi oppression in Europe
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 Jun 11 2026 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Conference Room 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 Jun 11 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: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning : 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 Jun 11 2026 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors 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 Jun 11 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 11 2026 Thu Advanced Spanish Conversation Group 2:00pm–3:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room A 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 Jun 11 2026 Thu Advanced Spanish Conversation Group 2:00pm–3:30pm Meeting Room A Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español : Spanish Group Conversation.
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 Jun 11 2026 Thu IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting) 3:00pm–5:15pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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 Jun 11 2026 Thu IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting) 3:00pm–5:15pm 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 Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Clubs, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events : 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.
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 Jun 12 2026 Fri Book Club 3:00pm–4:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Juliano Room 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 Jun 12 2026 Fri Book Club 3:00pm–4:30pm Juliano Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : 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.
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 "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 Jun 13 2026 Sat Drums of Unity 10:30am–11:30am Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Meeting Room Registration Open Registration Required 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 "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 Jun 13 2026 Sat Drums of Unity 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
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 Jun 13 2026 Sat How to Make a Container Garden for Pollinators 10:30am–12:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Classroom A/B Upcoming 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 Jun 13 2026 Sat How to Make a Container Garden for Pollinators 10:30am–12:00pm Classroom A/B Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Participants will learn about pollinators and what attracts them and then create their own container gardens.
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 Jun 15 2026 Mon One- Pot Vegetarian Meals with Chef Warren 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Classroom A/B Upcoming 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon One- Pot Vegetarian Meals with Chef Warren 2:00pm–3:30pm Classroom A/B Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : 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.
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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Matter of Balance Summer Series (6 of 8) 2:00pm–4:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Upcoming 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Matter of Balance Summer Series (6 of 8) 2:00pm–4:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lectures Registration Required : Please Register for Matter of Balance!
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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series 5:30pm–7:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series 5:30pm–7:30pm 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: 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.
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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Souper Homesteading 6:00pm–7:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Registration Open 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 Jun 15 2026 Mon Souper Homesteading 6:00pm–7:30pm Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living, 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! Create a layered soup to take home, complete with directions on how to prepare and how to make again! All supplies provided and space is limited, so register today.
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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department 11:00am–3:00pm Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages 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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department 11:00am–3:00pm 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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Astralis Chamber Ensemble: Forest Whispers 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Community Room 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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Astralis Chamber Ensemble: Forest Whispers 3:00pm–4:00pm Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : The Astralis Chamber Ensemble has been touring for 15 years and is one of the most active chamber ensembles in the United States.
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 Jun 17 2026 Wed Meditation and Guided Imagery 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Veranda Room 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 Jun 17 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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Conference Room 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 Jun 18 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: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning : 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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors 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 Jun 18 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 "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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Morning Brew Coffee Club + Book Swap 10:15am–11:15am Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Youth Activity Room 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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Morning Brew Coffee Club + Book Swap 10:15am–11:15am Youth Activity Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups : Join us for coffee, crosswords, coloring and participate in book related activities to discover a new favorite book to read!
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 "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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Get to Know the Creation Station 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Creation Station 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 "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 Jun 18 2026 Thu Get to Know the Creation Station 4:00pm–5:00pm Creation Station Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning : Drop by the Creation Station to learn about some of the different equipment we have available and get a tour of the space!
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 Jun 20 2026 Sat Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop 10:15am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room 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 Jun 20 2026 Sat Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop 10:15am–12:00pm Youth Activity Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, Special Events : The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.