Fruitville Library CLOSED Dec. 18, 2025 - July 2026

Renovations and expansion building works will be happening at Fruitville Library, which will require Fruitville Library to temporarily close on Dec. 18. The reimagined library is scheduled to reopen in July 2026.
For more information (including holds pickup), visit SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/FruitvilleRenovation.

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (3/16)	Mon (3/17)	Tue (3/18)	Wed (3/19)	Thu (3/20)	Fri (3/21)	Sat (3/22)
10 am			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 It's Library Time: One Book Edition 10:15am–11:15am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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: One Book Sarasota, Storytimes : What time is it? It's library time! Join us in the youth area for a special octopus-themed storytime to celebrate this year's "One Book Sarasota" selection, Remarkably Bright Creatures.	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 Little Critters Storytime 10:15am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Storytime Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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, One Book Sarasota, Storytimes, Registration Required : 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Travelogue: Patagonia 10:30am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Community Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , History & Culture, Lectures, One Book Sarasota Registration Required : Join us for a magical journey through the waterfalls, mountains, and glaciers of Patagonia led by Jane Mahler.	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 Story Trails in the Reading Garden 10:00am–4:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Reading Garden 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Reading Garden 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: , , One Book Sarasota, Storytimes : Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller.
11 am							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 Cephapalooza! with Mote Marine 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub 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: , One Book Sarasota, Special Events : Did you know that there are over 84 species of Cephalopods found in the Gulf of Mexico? From octopuses to cuttlefish to squids – discover the incredible, sneaky skills of these ocean adventurers through a presentation and hands-on learning.
12 pm
1 pm		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 Shells and Shark Teeth 1:30pm–2:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room II 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota : Join a UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County educator for an hour of fun education and crafting with some of Sarasota’s local natural marine treasures.				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Knitting for Beginners (4-Part Class) 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, One Book Sarasota, Special Events, : Learn how to knit in this fun 4-part class! The class will meet every Friday from March 14th to April 4th, and registering for the first class registers you for all four sessions.	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 Stories for Sea Lovers 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Veranda Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Author Event, , , One Book Sarasota, Special Events Registration Required : Explore the deep connection between storytelling and the sea! From its mesmerizing beauty to its untamed power, the ocean has inspired countless unforgettable tales.
2 pm		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 CRAFTernoons: Beach Rock Art 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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, One Book Sarasota, Special Events, : Drop in and learn about geology while you paint beach stones with Elizabeth Goodwill from Creative Liberties Artist Studios! Join us in the youth area and come prepared for a mess.	This event is in the "Adults" group One Book One Community - Stencil with Judy Levine 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, One Book Sarasota, Registration Required : Judy will celebrate the One Book selection for 2025, "Remarkably Bright Creatures," and lead a group to create an Octopus stencil with watercolor paper and inks. Registration Required.		This event is in the "All Ages" group Shells and Shark Teeth Art REGISTRATION CLOSED 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Youth Activity Room This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, One Book Sarasota : Join a UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County educator for an hour of fun education and crafting with some of Sarasota’s local natural marine treasures. 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 Felting Sea Animals and Seascapes with Kat Sjogren 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Community Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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, One Book Sarasota Registration Required : 🌊🐠 Dive into the magical world of needle felting with our "Sea Animals and Seascapes" workshop with Kat Sjogren at the library! 🐢🦀	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Octopus Escape Game 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Creation Station, Games, One Book Sarasota Registration Required : Do you have what it takes to escape? 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 One Book One Community - The Garbage-Men Celebrate the Ocean 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music in the Libraries, One Book Sarasota, Performances, Registration Required : Local band The Garbage-Men perform nautical numbers such as The Beatles’ “Octopus's Garden” and “Yellow Submarine”, a selection of SpongeBob classics, and The Beach Boys’ sea shanties on their unique homemade recycled instruments. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Let's Go Outside: Outdoor STEAM 2:00pm–4:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, One Book Sarasota, Special Events, , : Join us each month for some fresh air and a fun outdoor STEAM activity in our youth garden space each month. Best for ages 5 – 12
3 pm					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 Dome Storytime 3:30pm–4:00pm Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Creation Station, One Book Sarasota, Special Events, Storytimes : Come and explore with Starry the Starfish and Red the Lobster as they explore our universe with the exploration of our Earth’s oceans in our inflatable 3D dome. Space is limited. Tickets at the youth desk starting at 3 p.m.
4 pm					This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Dome Storytime 4:30pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: One Book Sarasota, Special Events, Storytimes : Come and explore with Starry the Starfish and Red the Lobster as they explore our universe with the exploration of our Earth’s oceans in our inflatable 3D dome. Space is limited. Tickets at the youth desk starting at 3 p.m.