LifeLink will have an informational table for anyone who is interested in learning more about organ donation.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team.

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month for adult coloring!  We supply the coloring pages and the pencils.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. By appointment only. You must schedule your appointment in person at Elsie Quirk Library's front desk.

This special story time features baby sign language, rhymes, songs, books, and playtime.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Why did Harvey Firestone give a banyan tree to Thomas Edison in 1925? Is the banyan tree the largest tree in the world? What's so special about a banyan tree, or a strangler fig, or a ficus tree?

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Tax help provided by AARP. 

AARP will be taking appointments starting Jan. 24 - 26, 2023

Tax help appointments will be held Feb. 1 - April 13, 2023

Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Storytime includes themed stories, songs and a craft.

Registration is required as space is limited.

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. 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.

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.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. By appointment only. You must schedule your appointment in person at Elsie Quirk Library's front desk.

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

Bring your questions and get assistance from a knowledgeable volunteer.

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.

Tax help provided by AARP. 

AARP will be taking appointments starting Jan. 24 - 26, 2023

Tax help appointments will be held Feb. 1 - April 13, 2023

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Members Only Friends of the North Port Library Book Sale Preview is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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. 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.

The Short Story Discussion group meets the second Thursday of each month. Readings will be from "The Best American Short Stories of the Century" (expanded edition, 1999), edited by John Updike.

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

For ages 2-5. Come and explore with us in this fun, engaging, hands-on learning experience.

Come shop at our Friends of the North Port Library Spring Book Sale. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Family Playtime is a drop-in self guided program where children can explore our toy collection.

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs followed by a craft. This month's theme is spring!

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Make up to two pieces of custom jewelry with our

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.

--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

Come shop our Friends of the North Port Library Spring Book Sale! 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Stories, activities, and socialization to prepare for school! Recommended for ages 3-5; all ages welcome in the room.

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

This program features a variety of coloring and craft projects for kids to be as creative as possible.

This program is geared for ages 2-6. Registration is not required.

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

Pollinators: Bees and Beyond

Pollinators help plants multiply, which provides us with everything from oxygen, to food, to shade.

A variety of fun learning activities geared for toddlers. All ages are welcome.

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.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder.

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.

Come explore the different options in our Open Lab using self-guided time in the Creation Station. Available equipment includes Cricut Air Explore 2, 3D printing, sewing machines, button makers and more.

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.

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. 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.

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. 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.

Come in for storytime with this year's Onebook picks! 

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

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.

The Suncoast region lost unprecedented amounts of trees due to Hurricane Ian. As we replant our urban and residential properties let us be mindful of what we plant. Avoid nuisance invasives and focus on Florida-Friendly trees.

Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects.

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.

"His Greatest Speeches: How Lincoln Moved the Nation."

Want to learn how to make these cute rugs for your mugs? With a little bit of cardboard and some yarn you'll learn how fun and easy they are to make.

Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.

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!

--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

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.

Join artist Emilia Farrell for this fun 4-part class on painting your pet! During the course you will learn how to sketch and paint your animal friend and be able to take home a preliminary drawing and a painting.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Join us for a choral performance by the Belle Canto ensemble. They will be performing a varied program of beautiful music to appeal to all with songs by Gawthorp and Hogan to the Gershwins and Rodgers & Hart.

Join Jane Mahler as she takes us to Africa. We will travel to Aboseli National Park - Kenya and the Volcanoes National Park - Rwanda 

Each monthly session explores a different piece of Creation Station equipment. 

This month we will use the Cricut and the EasyPress to personalize a tote bag! Limited to 8 participants, and all supplies provided.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Join the fun as we explore various arts and craft formats!  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Port Library.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

The Arts and Cultural Alliance Play Readers will present a dramatic reading of selected excerpts from this year's One Book selection "

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Join us at Fruitville library for the Oscar nominated Best Picture "Elvis."

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Across Florida, love is in the air—but that isn't always a good thing. Join folklorist Christopher Balzano as he tracks down the urban legends and ghostly lore of the Sunshine State's love affairs that live on even after death.

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. 

The summer of 1941 ushered in a chain of events that had no precedent in the rapidly unfolding history of World War II and the Holocaust.

Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. For ages 6+.

Join us as we get ready for Earth Day 2023 by planting a seed! Everyone is invited to decorate a clay pot and then plant a seed. We'll learn about healthy and sustainable ways to grow our own food.

Come explore the different options in our Open Lab using self-guided time in the Creation Station. Available equipment includes Cricut Air Explore 2, 3D printing, sewing machines, button makers and more.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

This program is intended for children who can read independently  

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Drop in to play a different selection of video and board games each month. For April 10th, we'll be playing a variety of board games. 

Ages 5+

"Chess Club & Other Games" is an informal gathering that meets every second and forth Monday from 4-6 p.m.

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.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

For children ages 5-12. Registration is required.

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

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

Come make some STEAMpunk jewelry as part of Sarasota's OneBook event!

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

Spring 2023 Classical Concert Series

Concert No.

Join teen musician, Annie Szantosi, to jam and talk about music. Bring your own instrument or play along with provided percussion instruments. 

Recommended for ages 9 and up.

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

This month's book is Weenie Featuring Frank & Beans: Mad About Meatloaf by Maureen Fergus. Snacks and drinks will be served. Please pick up a copy of the book at the youth desk to read before the meeting.

Join us for Family Game Night in the Storytime Room on Tuesdays from 5 - 7.

Various board games/tabletop games will be available.

Join us for the Monthly Creation Station Wood Craft. Each month, attendees will assemble and paint an item themed for the month. This is an in-person event. Advance registration is required due to limited seats.

Join us for LEGOs in the Storytime Room on Thursday from 5-7.

Both DUPLOs and regular LEGOs will be available.

One Book One Community: Influential Women

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PG-13. Twentieth Century Fox.