Jan 20 2025 Mon LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Jan 20 2025 Mon Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jan 25 2025 Sat FOSPL Silent Auction 11:00am - 4:00pm Adults, Seniors, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jan 25 2025 Sat FOSPL Silent Auction 11:00am - 4:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events Details: Save the date for the Friends of Selby Public Library Silent Auction!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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. Jan 30 2025 Thu Bringing Little Women to Life: A Journey Through Musical Theater and Period Costume Design 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Registration This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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. Jan 30 2025 Thu Bringing Little Women to Life: A Journey Through Musical Theater and Period Costume Design 2:00pm - 4:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Step into the world of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women with The Sarasota Players Studio! This engaging program explores the magic of musical theater, highlighting key scenes and songs from Little Women: The Musical.
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. Feb 7 2025 Fri Baseball in Paradise: A History of Spring Training in Florida 2:00pm - 3:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Veranda Room Registration 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. Feb 7 2025 Fri Baseball in Paradise: A History of Spring Training in Florida 2:00pm - 3:00pm Veranda Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Special Events Registration Required Seats Remaining: 49 Details: The history of America's Pastime and the Sunshine State has been intertwined since the advent of the Grapefruit League.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Venice Heritage History@ the Library 3:00pm - 4:30pm Adults Community Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Venice Heritage History@ the Library 3:00pm - 4:30pm Community Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture Details: Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage. "Venice Army Air Base" - PowerPoint presentation by Clarke Pressly.
Feb 17 2025 Mon LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Feb 17 2025 Mon Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri Possible Abraham Lincoln portrayaldult Programming TBD 11:00am - 12:30pm Adults Community Room Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri Cancelled Possible Abraham Lincoln portrayaldult Programming TBD 11:00am - 12:30pm Community Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Registration This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality 3:00pm - 4:30pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Performances Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 Details: Mr. Lincoln shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality, including the relationship between the white and black races during his time. 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 "Youth" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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 4 2025 Tue Fun Home! Art imitating Life through Graphic Novels 2:00pm - 4:00pm Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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 4 2025 Tue Fun Home! Art imitating Life through Graphic Novels 2:00pm - 4:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Art Displays & Exhibits, Artists in the Libraries, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Details: Join The Sarasota Players as they explore the concept of "art imitating life" by examining the graphic novel format through the lens of Fun Home, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Into the Woods: Fractured Fairytales and the Magic of Storytelling 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Registration This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Into the Woods: Fractured Fairytales and the Magic of Storytelling 2:00pm - 4:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: In this interactive class, join The Sarasota Players as they delve into fractured fairytales through the lens of Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim's beloved musical that reimagines classic fairytale characters and stories.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Venice Heritage History@ the Library 3:00pm - 4:30pm Adults Community Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Venice Heritage History@ the Library 3:00pm - 4:30pm Community Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture Details: Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage. "Venice History: People Behind the Landmarks" - PowerPoint presentation by VHI Board member Irvin Lewin.
May 26 2025 Mon LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Jul 4 2025 Fri LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Sep 1 2025 Mon LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Sep 1 2025 Mon Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Nov 11 2025 Tue LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Nov 11 2025 Tue Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Nov 27 - 28 2025 LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day 11/27 - 11/28 Closing Nov 27 - 28 2025 Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day 11/27 - 11/28 Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Dec 24 - 25 2025 LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
Jan 1 2026 Thu LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY All Day Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library Description: LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
