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 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Veranda 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 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Games, 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown 10:30am–11:15am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown 10:30am–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) Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Performances, Storytimes : Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience.For children ages 1-5. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk 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 14 2026 Tue Hula Hoops for Littles 10:30am–11:30am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room AB Registration Open Registration Required 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 14 2026 Tue Hula Hoops for Littles 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room AB Registration Open 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) Program Type: Healthy Living Registration Required : Join presenter Amy Bradley each month for a special class with hula hoops, props, games, and activities designed especially for littles! Best for ages 1-5. Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Basics: Android 102 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Basics: Android 102 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Are you Team Android? Join our next‑step workshop for an easy tour of personalizing your device to fit your needs. You’ll get simple tips you can use right away! 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–3:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–3:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm 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 knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.
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 "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Health in Motion 11:00am–3:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages 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 "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Health in Motion 11:00am–3:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Healthy Living : The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness.
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 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Veranda 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 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Games, 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 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 Apr 14 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 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Monthly Book Club | The Hound of the Baskervilles 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Monthly Book Club | The Hound of the Baskervilles 1:00pm–2:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Join us to discuss The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Spring Forward for Ukulele 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room II Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Spring Forward for Ukulele 1:00pm–2:00pm Meeting Room II Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Creation Station, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries Registration Required : Kick off your spring by exploring popular chord progressions, practicing fluid transitions, and experimenting with a variety of strumming techniques. For adult beginners and intermediate players.Registration required. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Osprey FOL meeting 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Classroom A/B This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Osprey FOL meeting 1:00pm–4:00pm Classroom A/B Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Osprey Library Room: Classroom A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Active Older Adult Living
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 14 2026 Tue AARP Income Tax Assistance 1:00pm–5:00pm 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 14 2026 Tue AARP Income Tax Assistance 1:00pm–5:00pm 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: Tax Help : --- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Navigator 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors, All Ages Group Study Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Navigator 2:00pm–4:00pm Group Study Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Technology Instruction, Virtual : Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance 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 This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax Help 2:00pm–5:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages 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 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax Help 2:00pm–5:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Tax Help : Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.
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 14 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 Apr 14 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Little Detectives: Fingerprints and Forensics 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Little Detectives: Fingerprints and Forensics 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Activity Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning : Children ages 5-9 years and their parents are invited to learn about forensics with hands-on experiments! First we'll learn how to take, examine, and lift fingerprints.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Read With The Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm All Ages Rotunda This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Read With The Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Rotunda Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Rotunda Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Healthy Living : Read with the Dogs Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. Meet therapy dogs and their owners, and enjoy the benefits of socializing and reading. 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room II 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 14 2026 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station : A different project every week!Recommended for ages 6 and up. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 4 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 4 4:30pm–5:30pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning : "For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage! 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 14 2026 Tue Anime Club 4:45pm–6:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Learning Lab This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Anime Club 4:45pm–6:00pm Learning Lab Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning, Movies : Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether you’ve just discovered anime or you’ve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!
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 14 2026 Tue SRQ Makers Group Meetup 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue SRQ Makers Group Meetup 6:00pm–7:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library 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.
Apr 14 2026 Tue Warm Mineral Springs / Little Salt Spring Archaeological Society 6:30pm–7:15pm Veranda Room Apr 14 2026 Tue Warm Mineral Springs / Little Salt Spring Archaeological Society 6:30pm–7:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Purpose of Room Use Monthly meeting for the Warm Mineral Springs / Little Salt Spring Archaeological Society. Open to the public.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Arts & Crafts Storytime - 10:15am–11:00am Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Storytime Room Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Arts & Crafts Storytime - 10:15am–11:00am Storytime Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes Registration Required : Join Miss Taylor for Arts & Crafts Storytime! Featuring a special craft each month this storytime fosters creativity, engages learnings, and creates special bonds between children and their caretakers.