Week Calendar

On the second and fourth Tuesday each month, the Pop-Up partners with All Faith’s Food Bank. It can be spotted at the Church of the Palms Food Pantry signing people up for library cards and checking out books!

Every Second Sunday the Sarasota Art Museum offers a free, community day where visitors can not only see exhibits but also participate in family friendly art classes!

Craft Closet Clean Out: Grab & Go!

Crafts will be available starting on Monday until we run out for that week. 

Try again next Monday if we run out. 

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.

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.

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

Registration is not required. Attendance is first come, first serve as room capacity is limited. Please see youth staff the morning of the program.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club! 

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

Join Fun To Be Fit Kids with Ms. Adrianne! This is a music and movement program for children (ages 0 - 5) and their caregivers to attend together.

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.

Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and their families can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time Room.

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with basic sewing machine experience.

Do you want help with...

eBooks, movies, eAudiobooks

Email how-to

Using your device

Library Database Resources

Cyber Security Questions

Printing Questions

or something else? 

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

Come and get assistance with your genealogy questions from a knowledgeable and experienced 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.

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 moderated by Ellen Bilangi. Readings will be from "That Glimpse of Truth: the 100 Finest Short Stories Ever Written" selected and introduced by David Miller.

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Join Fun To Be Fit Kids with Ms. Adrianne! This is a music and movement program is designed for children and their caregiver(s) to spend quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise and having fun!

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Hola! Come and learn basic conversational Spanish with instructor Dan Duffy. This class is for persons who know little or no Spanish. Mr. Duffy is a winter resident of Englewood and a career educator.

Drop in and crochet! Beginners and experienced crocheters welcome. Bring your own supplies or use ours. Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Meeting spot will vary. Please ask at a service desk for today's location.

Come create winter-themed crafts!

Sew drawstring gift pouches, make your own cards, and more in this winter celebration of DIY.

Supplies and equipment are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Get ready for school with stories, activities, and socialization. Sometimes, there's even a puppet show! Recommended for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome as needed. 

Assistance with genealogy questions from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers

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. 

Crafts are geared towards ages 2-6, but children of all ages are welcome. Registration is not required.

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

Back by popular demand, Sarasota-based singer and guitarist, Karlus Trapp, will present "Songs of the Holidays". Come sing and clap along with popular songs of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanza.

A variety of fun learning activities and stories geared for toddlers. All ages are welcome as needed. 

Come join us in the Teen Room and spend some time enjoying, reading and watching anime and manga! Ages 8-12 welcome! 

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Get ready to create: you bring the idea, we bring the tools! 

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 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.

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well. Anni Szantosi will teach and jam with participants.

Free classes for adults and seniors. All skill levels are invited.

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

Brian Morra - "The Able Archers"

2022 winner of Indie Excellence Award for Best Military Fiction and finalist for best Historical Fiction.

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.

Come play American mah jongg at Selby Library! Beginners and experienced players welcome. 

Please come on time to start the game with others. 

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!

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.

Part 3 of our Mindfulness Art Series takes us into the world of Mandalas! Practice mindfulness by creating your own mandala or coloring one. All supplies provided. 

Registration required as space is limited. 

Make a fun mini tote bag for the holiday season! We will have pre-made vinyl appliques and fabric markers available for you to personalize your bag for yourself or as a gift for someone special!

On the third Saturday each month, the Pop-Up gets an education by going to the Old Miakka School House. With books and services for all ages, it’s a truly informative experience!

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

Join The Arts Alliance Play Readers for a dramatic reading of "Scrooged", based on Charles Dickens' classic story of miser, Ebenezer Scrooge and his personal transformation to a kinder, gentler person.

Join us for festive holiday music featuring the unique ukulele band The Hawaiian Shirts.

This program is for patrons ages 18 and up. Registration is not required. Seating is first come, first serve.

Join us as we use the Cricut to personalize our own holiday cards!

Space is limited, and all supplies provided.

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.

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

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.

Join us for this 1-hour workshop where you'll learn energy-, water-, and cost-saving strategies at home.

Join us and learn how to make two vivid, shimmering diamond painting bookmarks! All materials you need to make your bookmarks will be provided. Reading glasses are recommended for those who use them for close up work.

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

Join us for the Fruitville December Movie: "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"

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

Come create winter-themed crafts!

Sew drawstring gift pouches, make your own cards, and more in this winter celebration of DIY.

Supplies and equipment are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool science experiments with the help of Miss Jenny and the other librarians at Selby.

Come create winter-themed crafts!

Sew drawstring gift pouches, make your own cards, and more in this winter celebration of DIY.

Supplies and equipment are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Santa has relocated!

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.

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m. Ages 12-18 welcome!

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.

Learn new skills and get hands-on experience with different STEAM activities.

For ages 5-12. Space is limited and registration is required. 

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

Santa has relocated!

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

Want to get more involved with the library?

Help plan, volunteer at library events and provide feedback on library services.

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

For children ages 5-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

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

Santa has relocated!

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

Tonight we will be watching: White Christmas (1954) 

Fall 2023 Classical Concert Series

Concert No.

Join us in-person as we discuss "A Long Petal of the Sea" by Isabel Allende for our monthly Book Club!

Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.