Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees?  Need a plant or an insect identified?  On the first and the third Monday mornings of the month, from 10am to 12 pm, Gulf Gate Library hosts the Master Garde

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Spend quality time singing, dancing, exercising, and having fun! 

No registration is needed.

Use 1 of our 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines available on first come first serve basis.

Are you looking for technology help?

Are you looking for technology help?

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

Are you looking for technology help?

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

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.

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Yee-haw! Come along now, buckaroos, to the best storytime this side of the Grand Canyon!

Join us for a Totally Turtles educational program presented by Mote Aquarium.

What's that sea turtle doing on our beach?  Find out the answer from Englewood's local Sea Turtle Patrol volunteers from the Coastal Wildlife Club.  They wil

 Adult Watercolor program - “Shimmering Seascapes”

Join us and see how we use the Cricut Maker and Easy Press to cut and adhere Iron-On vinyl to a canvas bag. Registration is Required.

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.

Summer gets better with storytime! Filled with stories, songs, and crafts: this program teaches essential skills and is fun for the entire family!

Time to cast off with the Fish and Wildlife Service! In this fun and interactive program, you'll learn from local expert Matt Stevens about the fish and wildlife at Shannon Staub.

The chess club is an opportunity to play friendly games of chess in a low-stress environment. Patrons of all ages and levels are welcome to come, as help is given to those who need it!

Sing and dance with professional music teacher, Ms. Bobbi! 

Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Come to the youth desk 30 minutes before the program for a ticket.

Join us at the North Port Library for storytime!  Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! 

Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight!

~We are discussing Born a Crime by Trevor Noah~

Genealogy Assistance.

Join us at the library for an ocean themed Saturday Craft! 

This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.  

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Socrates Cafe is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic method: we learn more when we respectfully listen to and debate ideas wit

Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.

This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.  

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.

This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.  

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.

This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.  

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Learn how to make an ocean-themed masterpiece that glows under black light!

Please note this session is only for adults, and registration is required.

Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.

This summer lunch program is sponsored by the Sarasota County School District. Free lunches are available for anyone up to age 18 in the Juliano room on weekdays.  

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Ages 18 and under may enjoy a free lunch in the youth program room. Check the schedule at the youth desk for specific menu for each day. Lunches are served on a first come, first served basis. Provided by Sarasota County Schools.

Join us for our monthly book club that delves deep into mysteries! 

Talk about your favorite restaurants in the Venice area. Discover recommendations from others!

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correo electrónico

uso de computadoras

uso de dispositivos móviles

cómo descargar libros electrónicos

cómo adjuntar un documento o una foto

cómo usar MS Word, Excel,

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.

The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.

Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic teaching; the idea that we learn.

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet.  All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.

Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Tech Instruction in Spanish/ Outreach

All ages. Come enjoy the "classic" movie that started it all! Water and snacks will be provided. Open to all ages. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. 

All ages. Move and dance to the music with DJ Jamaal Day. Put on funny props and pose in the free photo booth. Seating is limited. First come, first served. Please come to the Youth Desk starting 1 hour ahead. 

Bring your mobile device or borrow a Chromebook from the library for a Technology 101 class.  In these sessions we will cover topics from basic use and vocabulary to how to access and enjoy the libraries digital resources, to navigating socia

Cool off from the summer heat with an ocean-themed BBC documentary narrated by a British man with a soothing voice.

Watch a movie on the big screen!

The current schedule is attached as a flyer and includes a brief description of these titles.

The human fascination with seashells is primal. Archeological evidence suggests that Neanderthals collected cockle shells on the coast of what is modern Spain, perhaps giving preference to those they found beautiful.

This class is designed for anyone who has the desire to learn to create beautiful lettering.  No previous experience is required. 

Are you looking for technology help?

Drop your anchors and dive in every Wednesday afternoon anytime between 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. to our Creation Station to make an ocean-themed craft.  Teens, Tweens, and families are welcome to participate.

Learn how to make an ocean-themed masterpiece that glows under black light!

Please note this session is only for teens in 6th grade and up, and registration is required.

For people who want to improve their Spanish speaking skills.  Come practice your pronunciation and oral understanding through conversation and instruction of this romantic language.  Everyone is welcome.

All ages. Join Amy Raspiller to learn hooping. She combines creativity, amazing tricks/Illusions, and movement to music. She will teach you that anyone can hoop, you just need the right hoop!

Make a lidded origami gift box using one sheet of paper! 

Some origami experience is useful but not required. This class is botu having creative fun!

For the summer we will be watching a movie after discussing a book for content, characters and themes.  This month we will be watching Magic School Bus explores Space. We will be discussing "Water Planet Rescue" by Wendy Mass.

To all teens who want to help by volunteering at their library, there's the Teen Advisory Board or TAB for short. TAB works to develop programs and strategies to make the library a welcoming environment for all individuals.

Meet other coders 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. 

Learn how to make an ocean-themed masterpiece that glows under black light!

Please note this session is only for kids in 5th grade and under, and registration is required.

This hour and a half workshop is an experiential exploration of our relationship with the food we eat. Nearly everything we eat is living or comes from a living thing.

During this Cyber-Seniors webinar, our teen tech mentors will talk about different food and meal delivery apps, websites and subscription services available in Canada and the US.

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

Teens and tweens can play video games with Wii, Switch and Playstation consoles.

Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.

Come and enjoy a feature length film on our BIG screen!

The moment you've all been waiting for is finally here! Any teen that has completed a volunteer application AND has received an orientation email is welcome to attend this orientation session!

Teens! Vote for a movie out of 5 chosen by me, Blaise (or whoever is here). Blockbuster hits or an indie film? Superheros, romance, comedy, scifi? You and your friends decide. There may or may not be popcorn. Life is uncertain and so is popcorn.

Summer Reading: Pirates!

The Pirates of Penzance

G. Universal Pictures

Join the fun as we create delectable treats with pretzels, chocolate, marshmallows and other embellishments. Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.

Join us for an evening community conversation about education. Share your voice with our host, Renee James Gilmore, and local residents about the learning environment. 

Join us for an evening community conversation about education. Share your voice with our host, Renee James Gilmore, and local residents about the learning environment.