This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Death Cafe 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Death Cafe 1:30pm–3:00pm Youth Activity Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups : The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Coding Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Center This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Coding Club 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: Clubs, Games, Technology Instruction : Meet other coders in the Teen Center 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. 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 "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 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Remake Learning: Delicious Science with Sub-Zero Ice Cream 2:00pm–3:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families, All Ages Meeting Room AB This event is in the "Youth" group 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 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Remake Learning: Delicious Science with Sub-Zero Ice Cream 2:00pm–3:00pm Meeting Room AB Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families, All Ages Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days : Explore the world of chemical reactions featuring liquid nitrogen, as Sub-Zero provides fun demonstrations of scientific principles, ending with a frozen treat! Be a part of these interactive scientific demonstrations of the power of liquid n
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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Remake Learning: Space the Final Fun-teer 2:00pm–3:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Remake Learning: Space the Final Fun-teer 2:00pm–3:00pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days : Remake Learning This event is one of the many programs happening throughout Sarasota County for the Remake Learning Days Festival. Support for this program has been provided by the Patterson Foundation. Explore the fun of space and learn about some science with the help of Mad Scientists of Mad Science Greater Tampa Bay! Investigate rocket aerodynamics, thrust, and trajectory to see what it took to get to the moon. 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat The Book Dragons- Classic Mystery 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 18 2026 Sat The Book Dragons- Classic Mystery 2:00pm–3:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Volunteer Orientations & Programs : Calling all young book wyrms! Come join the book dragons, where we dive into the latest and greatest YA novels, classics, and everything in between. 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Teen Advisory Board 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Teen Advisory Board 3:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs : Want to get more involved with the library? 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 "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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets All Day Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets All Day 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), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction : A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.Participants will receive a prize. 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Genealogy Assistance 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Genealogy Assistance 10:00am–12:00pm 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 experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.
This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon 40 Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Community Room This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon 40 Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Special Events Forty Carrots Partners in Play 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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Forty Carrots: Partners in Play® 10:15am–11:15am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Room 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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Forty Carrots: Partners in Play® 10:15am–11:15am Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Storytimes : Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.
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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Remake Learning: Little Red Riding Hood Marionette Show 10:30am–11:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Meeting Room 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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Remake Learning: Little Red Riding Hood Marionette Show 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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), Families Program Type: Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Performances : Back by popular demand... Bits 'N Pieces Puppet Theater returns for a special presentation of the classic fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood! Enjoy the performance and learn all about how these puppets are used to bring the story to life.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Adult Coloring Group 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room B This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Adult Coloring Group 10:30am–12:00pm Meeting Room B Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Join us for Adult Coloring Group the first and third Monday of every month! All materials provided.
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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Cabochon Glass Bead Magnets 10:30am–12:00pm 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Cabochon Glass Bead Magnets 10:30am–12:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts Registration Required : Join Englewood crafter Cris Walton to learn how to create beautiful glass bead magnets using decoupage 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon IFAS Wild Sarasota: Turtle Talk – Florida's Tortoise and Freshwater Turtles 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon IFAS Wild Sarasota: Turtle Talk – Florida's Tortoise and Freshwater Turtles 11:00am–12:00pm 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: Green Living : Join UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County for an engaging presentation to learn about Sarasota's tortoise and freshwater turtle species!
This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon 40 Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Community Room This event is in the "Youth" group 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon 40 Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Special Events Forty Carrots Partners in Play 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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Forty Carrots: Partners in Play® 12:00pm–1:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Room 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 This event is in the "Families" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Forty Carrots: Partners in Play® 12:00pm–1:00pm Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Storytimes : Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Fall Prevention 101 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Fall Prevention 101 12:00pm–1:30pm 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, Discussion Groups, Lectures Registration Required : Join us for "Fall Prevention 101," a dynamic and informative workshop designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to reduce the risk of falls.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–3:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy : Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.
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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Music | Paging Through the American Songbook 2:00pm–3:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room AB 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Music | Paging Through the American Songbook 2:00pm–3:00pm Meeting Room AB Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances : Join jazz vocalist Darienne Oaks and pianist David Lahm for an unforgettable hour of Paging Through the American Songbook—a vibrant journey through beloved jazz standards from the Great American Songbook.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Youth Lab: Beginner Embroidery 3:00pm–4:30pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Creation Station Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Youth Lab: Beginner Embroidery 3:00pm–4:30pm Creation Station Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required : Learn simple embroidery stitches like the backstitch and the running stitch, and make a fun project with felt! Attending both this session and the April 6 session are not needed, both will feature the same content. 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Last Stop Teen Hangout 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Last Stop Teen Hangout 3:30pm–5:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games : 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. 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Teen Writers Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Veranda Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Teen Writers Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups : If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work. 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Doodle Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Doodle Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs.