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Reservation
Group Study 2
AARP Tax-Aide: Mon - Th 2pm - 5pm; Sat 11am - 2pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Selby Library
Room:
Group Study 2
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Reservation
Group Study 2
Mar
8
2025
Sat
AARP Tax-Aide: Mon- Th 2pm - 5pm; Sat 11am - 2pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Selby Library
Room:
Group Study 2
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Youth,
Families,
All Ages
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
One Book Sarasota,
Special Events
Details:
Have fun and brighten someone’s day by writing to a homebound senior! We will provide supplies to help patrons write uplifting and letters to isolated adults in need in partnership with Letters Against Isolation.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Phillippi Farmhouse Market
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Outreach,
Storytimes
Details:
Discover a vibrant community gathering at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market, nestled within the scenic Phillippi Estate Park. This seasonal market, open every Wednesday from October through April from 9 a.m.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Juliano Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Adult Writers Club
10:00am - 11:30am
Juliano Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Juliano Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Career Journeys*,
Clubs,
Discussion Groups
Details:
Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
Details:
Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
*Green Living*
Details:
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
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Group Study Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
SNAP Application Assistance
10:00am - 5:30pm
Group Study Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Healthy Living*
Details:
A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. Appointments are preferred but not required.
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Community 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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:00am
Community Room
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Chair Yoga with Manching
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Come join us in this exciting Chair Yoga practice to explore gentle yoga poses with the support of a chair. This class is perfect for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from injury.
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.
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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®
10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room
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
Details:
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.
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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
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
Details:
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.
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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Preschool Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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:
Storytimes
Details:
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 event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Adult Coloring Group
10:30am - 12:00pm
Learning Lab
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Purpose of Room Use
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Pop-Up Stop: Longboat Key
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Outreach,
Storytimes
Details:
On the first and third Tuesday of each month, the Pop-Up will be at the Town Center Green of Longboat Key with books for all ages and a Storytime for children at 10:30 AM. Swing by to sign up for a library card and read a book with us!
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Community Room
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Creation Station - Open Sewing Lab
10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Use 1 of 8 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis.
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.
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Veranda Room
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
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room II
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*,
Storytimes
Details:
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.
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 "Families" group.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
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 "Families" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
Storytimes
Details:
What time is it? It's library time! Join us in the youth area for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Preschool Music with Dave Moran
10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*,
Storytimes
Details:
The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes and songs. For infants to five years, attending with caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Adult Coloring Lounge
10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Get into the adult coloring craze! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library.
All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not 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.
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Travelogues with Jane Mahler: Australia, Part 1
10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
History & Culture,
Lectures,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Join world traveler Jane Mahler for the first part of her Australian adventure, covering Melbourne and the Red Centre. Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia and known for its arts scene and striking architecture.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room A
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
French Conversation Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them.
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
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)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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 "Families" group.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
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.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
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),
Families
Program Type:
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
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.
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.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Storytime Room
Registration Open
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Little Critters Storytime
10:15am - 11:15am
Storytime Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
*Lifelong Learning*,
One Book Sarasota,
Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Details:
Join us for a fun time filled with books, songs, and a craft! Each Little Critter Storytime will focus on a different animal!
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Partners in Play®
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Knit and Crocheting Group
10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet.
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.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Story Time 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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Busy Little Hands Activity Hour
10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and their families can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time 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.
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Let's Pretend Day
10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room
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:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series.
10:30am - 11:30am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
*Cultural Life*,
Lectures,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Music in the Libraries
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series: Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.)
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions
10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Yak and Yarn
10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Discussion Groups
Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
Details:
Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.
Bring your questions!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Details:
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.
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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 "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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Partners in Play®
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Great Books Discussion Group
10:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups
Details:
The Great Books Discussion Group moderated by Ellen Bilangi, meets the 1st Thursday of each month, December through April. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Room
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Little Adventures Story Time
10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Storytimes
Details:
For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Storytime - ROAR Ringling Museum Storytime and Craft
10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Storytimes
Details:
Come one Come all and Join us for a fun and exciting Storytime and Craft. Ms. Caitlyn from The Ringling Museum and Art will read an exciting book that will be connected back to a special feature at the museum and followed by an fun craft.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Adult Reading with the Dogs
10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
Registration Open
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Brain Health 101
10:30am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Career Journeys*,
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Required
Seats Remaining:
26
Details:
Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based work
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Great Decisions Group Discussion
10:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Reservation
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Conference Room
Purpose of Room Use
Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
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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.
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)
Community Room
Registration Open
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Discovery Dome Day Youth - Expedition Reef
10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room
Registration Open
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),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Movies,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Details:
Join us to experience our Discovery Dome Planetarium!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
A Matter of Balance #3
10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Healthy Living*
Details:
A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. Participants will learn:
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Juliano Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Life After Downton Abbey
10:00am - 1:00pm
Juliano Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Juliano Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Movies
Details:
Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.
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.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Fun to be Fit: Littles
10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB
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*,
Special Events
Details:
Fun To Be Fit : Littles is a music and movement program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to attend together.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Chair Yoga with Manching
10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Healthy Living*
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Details:
A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance.
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
Details:
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.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Purpose of Room Use
Register at the library with tax aides, then come back for the appointment (Please, no drop ins/no phone calls). Make a Tax Assistance Appointment
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Cancelled
One Book TBA
10:30am - 4:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room AB
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
The Genealogical Society of Sarasota Monthly Meeting
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Genealogy
Details:
Please join us for the monthly meeting of The Genealogical Society of Sarasota. A different guest speaker is featured each month.
Reservation
Meeting Room II
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Purpose of Room Use
Tax Assistance with VITA Volunteers. To schedule an appointment please visit www.UWSvita.org or call 1-833-897-8482 beginning Thursday, January 16, 2025.
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Open
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.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Canva 101
10:30am - 11:30am
Creation Station
Registration Open
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Career Journeys*,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Details:
Join our Canva 101 class and learn how to create stunning graphics, presentations, and social media posts with ease!
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
The Garbage-Men Celebrate the Ocean
10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
*Green Living*,
Music in the Libraries,
One Book Sarasota,
Performances
Details:
Local musicians, The Garbage-Men will whisk you away on a nautical journey featuring beloved hits like The Beatles' Octopus’s Garden and Yellow Submarine, classic tunes from SpongeBob, timeless Beach Boys melodies, rousing s
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers
Bring your questions
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
Details:
Get expert and experienced genealogy research assistance. Bring your questions
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers
Bring your questions
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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda 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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Storytime
11:15am - 11:45am
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
Details:
Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!
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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.
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)
Community Room
Registration Open
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Discovery Dome Day Youth 2 - Expedition Reef
11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Registration Open
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),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Movies,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Details:
Join us to experience our Discovery Dome Planetarium!
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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room II
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Virtual Reality - Ocean Rift for Adults.
11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota
Details:
Dive into the depths of the ocean without ever leaving dry land! Explore 14 breathtaking underwater habitats as you swim alongside dolphins, sharks, sea turtles, whales, manatees, and even prehistoric creatures in a visually stunning environment!
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12 pm |
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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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Community 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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Families
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Welcome to Our World
12:15pm - 1:00pm
Youth Activity Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Families
Program Type:
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Socrates Café
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Details:
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
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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.
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Veranda Room
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
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.
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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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
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)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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 "Families" group.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
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.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
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),
Families
Program Type:
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
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.
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 "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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Partners in Play®
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
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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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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 "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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Partners in Play®
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Mah Jongg for Experienced Players
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Details:
Play Mah Jongg in the rotunda with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. You must be experienced enough to complete four games per hour to participate.
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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.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
Details:
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.
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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 "Adults" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
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 "Adults" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Music in the Libraries,
Performances
Details:
Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well.
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.
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Sparkle and Create: Self-Led Jewelry Making
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Creation Station
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
Details:
Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.
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1 pm |
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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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Lincoln's Life and Legacy
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Join Louis Masur, Author and Professor, for the first in a series of three lectures on our Founding Fathers. Part one is a thought-provoking examination of Abraham Lincoln’s life and leadership.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
AARP Income Tax Assistance
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Tax Help
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Creation Station Adult Lab: Felted Sea Animals with Kat Sjogren
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join professional artist, Kat Sjogren, and explore the art of needle felting. You will have the option to make a 2D seascape or a 3D sea animal inspired by the One Book, "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Room
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Beginners Day with Quirky Knitters
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers
Bring your questions
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
The Knit Happens Club: Sew Your Favorite Snacks
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Creation Station
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station,
Discussion Groups
Details:
Sewers of all levels (or new to sewing) will love creating their favorite snacks using needle and thread! Then, come back next week to continue working on personal projects. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
AARP Income Tax Assistance
1:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Tax Help
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Book Discussion
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Details:
Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Green Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Community Room
Registration Closed
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Discovery Dome Day: Expedition Reef
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Movies,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us to experience our Discovery Dome Planetarium!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
First Friday Film Series
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Movies,
Special Events
Details:
On the first Friday afternoon of the month, watch a movie that is hosted by film professor Maryann Dahlen, who will invite the audience to discuss the movie after its showing.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
AARP Income Tax Assistance
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Tax Help
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Elizabethan Secret Agent: The Untold Story of William Ashby
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Lectures,
*Lifelong Learning*
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Details:
Elizabethan Secret Agent is the untold story of an Elizabethan ‘gentleman spy’ – a well-educated, socially-connected adventurer who merged espionage and diplomacy.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
A Matter of Balance (6 of 8)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*
Required
Seats Remaining:
16
Details:
A Matter of Balance: Jan. 13 - March 17. No classes on Jan. 20 and Feb. 17 due to the holidays.
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.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Teen Room
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Community Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Vermont's Easy Street
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries,
Performances,
Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining:
55
Details:
Vermont's EASY STREET
Husband and wife musical team Lisa Brande and Mark Trichka return for their annual Venice Library concert. They perform a variety of songs on a variety of instruments including guitars, mandolin and fiddle.
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room AB
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
One Book, One Community | Arts Alliance Playreaders present " Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelly Van Pelt
2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room AB
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
One Book Sarasota,
Performances
Details:
Come enjoy this theatrical presentation from this year's One Book Selection "Remarkably Bright Creatures".
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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Open
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Fun Home! Art imitating Life through Graphic Novels
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits,
Artists in the Libraries,
*Cultural Life*,
Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining:
37
Details:
Join The Sarasota Players as they explore the concept of "art imitating life" by examining the graphic novel format through the lens of Fun Home, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Tech Navigator
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Group Study Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*,
Technology Instruction,
Virtual
Details:
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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Teen Room
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
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This event is in the "Youth" 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.
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Youth" 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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Underwater Relaxation Craft
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota
Details:
Join us for a soothing and creative afternoon at the library! This unique event combines relaxing aquarium visuals with fun arts and crafts. While you enjoy coloring, immerse yourself in the peaceful sights of various marine life.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Fall Prevention 102
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Healthy Living*,
Lectures,
Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining:
23
Details:
Join us for "Fall Prevention 102," 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.
Adults
Meeting Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
One Book One Community - Watercolor with Lori George
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
*Lifelong Learning*,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Details:
Join artist Lori Loveberry George as you takes you on a fun painting exploration of underwater ocean life focusing on the shapes and colors of the octopus and its habitat.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Teen Room
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
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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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Learning Lab
Waitlist
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Arts&Crafts | Green Tea Bath Bombs
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Create your own refreshing spa experience. All supplies will be provided Registration required: please choose either the Thursday or Friday session.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Teen Room
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
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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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Community Room
Registration Closed
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Discovery Dome Day: Night of the Titanic
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Movies,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us to experience our Discovery Dome Planetarium!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Learning Lab
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Arts&Crafts | Green Tea Bath Bombs
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Lab
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Details:
Create your own refreshing spa experience. All supplies will be provided. Registration required: please choose either the Thursday or Friday session.
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Let's Get Crafty
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.
Reservation
Youth Activity Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Purpose of Room Use
Topic: Water - The Strangest Molecule
How do the properties of this molecule produce the behaviors we know? What are its effects on civilization?
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Teen Room
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
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This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*,
Technology Instruction
Details:
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.
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.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Families
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 "Families" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games,
Special Events
Details:
Celebrate the end of winter! This party will feature games, snacks, karaoke and troll-crafting.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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3 pm |
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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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
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.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Meditation and Guided Imagery
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Cultural Life*,
*Healthy Living*
Details:
Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Last Stop Teen Hangout
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
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.
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 "Families" group.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Meeting Room
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 "Families" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Monday Game Nights: Family Board Game Night
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Games,
Special Events
Details:
Get ready for an epic night of fun board games at our Game Night! All ages welcome. Meets 3:30-5:30 p.m. on the 1st Monday of the month except holidays.
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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.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Conference Room
Registration Closed
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.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
3D Sea Glass Art
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room
Registration Closed
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
*Green Living*,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
🌊✨ Join us to transform ordinary sea glass into stunning 3D art with sea glass and canvases. All supplies provided, just bring your imagination!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Last Stop Teen Hangout
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
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.
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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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Quit Smoking Now
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
Discussion Groups,
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Last Stop Teen Hangout
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
Children (5 to 9 years)
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Ocean Lab
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*,
One Book Sarasota
Details:
Join us for a special STEAM activity on the first Wednesday of every month!
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
Children (5 to 9 years)
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
LEGO® Explorers
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Games
Details:
Unleash your inner architect with LEGO® and DUPLO® building! Come over and let's paint the town brick red with our creative construction skills.
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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.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Conference Room
Registration Open
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Bullet Journaling Session #3
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Healthy Living*
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Details:
We're back with Session #3! If you weren't at our last sessions, don't worry! Everyone starts somewhere. ✨ If you were with us before, continue meeting your goals and designing more pages with us. ~*~
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Last Stop Teen Hangout
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
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.
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.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years)
Meeting Room
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.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
OBOC The Gr8 Octopus Escape
3:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota,
Special Events
Details:
Do you have what it takes to escape?
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Read 'Em and Eat
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Community Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
DDD Tweens/Teens - Oceans in Space
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Movies,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Details:
🌌✨ Dive into the depths of the ocean with Oceans in Space! 🌟🐠
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Last Stop Teen Hangout
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
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.
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.
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.
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families,
All Ages
Meeting Room
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.
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
The Garbage Men Celebrate the Ocean
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries,
One Book Sarasota,
Performances
Details:
Local musicians The Garbage-Men perform nautical numbers such as The Beatle's Octopus's Garden & Yellow Submarine, Beach Boys, sea shanties etc. on their unique homemade recycled instruments.
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.
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room II
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
Virtual Reality - Ocean Rift for Teens
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota
Details:
Dive into the depths of the ocean without ever leaving dry land! Explore 14 breathtaking underwater habitats as you swim alongside dolphins, sharks, sea turtles, whales, manatees, and even prehistoric creatures in a visually stunning environment!
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.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Meeting Room
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.
Mar
7
2025
Fri
One Book Escape Room
3:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station,
One Book Sarasota,
Special Events
Details:
Do you have what it takes to escape?
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
8
2025
Sat
Computer Typing 101
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Registration Open
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Career Journeys*,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Details:
This class will go over the basics of computer typing using the online platform typingclub.com. Learn how to type using both hands, increase your typing speed, and brush up on some typing short cuts.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Jam and Cram
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to Elsie Quirk Library to study and listen to some tunes while you get your homework done!
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Teen Writers Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
*Career Journeys*,
Clubs,
*Cultural Life*,
Discussion Groups,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Youth Activity Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
3
2025
Mon
Doodle Club
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Activity Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Cultural Life*
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Details:
Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Storytime Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
LEGO Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
LEGO Club is back! Join us every other Tuesday in the Creation Station to show off your LEGO building talents. Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
*Healthy Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Meet therapy dogs and their owners. Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!
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 "Families" group.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
Tinker Tuesday
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room II
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Story Time Room
Registration Open
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Enviroscape: Experience an Interactive Watershed Model!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
*Green Living*,
Lectures,
*Lifelong Learning*,
One Book Sarasota
Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Details:
Explore how land, freshwater, and marine environments are linked together and how pollution anywhere in a watershed impacts our Gulf waters and our supply of freshwater by engaging with a 3-D model!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Late-Deafened Support Group
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
*Healthy Living*
Details:
Have you experienced hearing loss? Is it affecting how you communicate with friends and loved ones? Do you find it harder to ask questions or respond to questions at a store or a place of business?
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
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.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
UF/IFAS: Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Foodscaping for the Suncoast
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
*Active Older Adult Living*,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Many people want to grow more of their own food, but do not consider our unique climate when starting a garden. While we may be unable to grow apples, cherries, and pears, we can grow tropical edibles 48 other states cannot.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Zone
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Teen Game Café
4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Teen Zone
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Games
Details:
Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.
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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 "Families" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Creation Station
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 "Families" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Creation Station Teen Lab: Felt Kawaii Key Fobs
4:30pm - 5:45pm
Creation Station
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Make a cute felt animal or object in the Kawaii style to attach to something like your keys or backpack.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Veranda Room
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Mar
4
2025
Tue
North Port Library Chess Club
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Clubs,
*Cultural Life*,
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Sister Cities Association of Sarasota Lecture Series
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lectures
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
6
2025
Thu
Pop-Up Stop: Old Miakka Schoolhouse Potluck
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
Outreach
Details:
On the first Thursday of each month, the Old Miakka Schoolhouse hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!
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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 "Families" group.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
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 "Families" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station,
Games
Details:
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
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 "Families" group.
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Room
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 "Families" group.
Mar
5
2025
Wed
LEGO® Club
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Clubs,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Games,
*Lifelong Learning*
Details:
Come have some fun at LEGO® Club! Each month we'll have a different theme for your builds. Build on your own or as a team. Bring your imagination, and we'll bring the LEGO® pieces. For ages 5 and up.
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