Week Calendar

Join the North Port Adult Writers Club! The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions and participate in writing prompts.

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

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. 

Appointments are preferred but not required. 

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

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. 

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.

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!

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Come sing and play along to children's songs with music therapist Jill Brown. From modern favorites, to old time sing-a-longs, there's sure to be something for everyone!

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.

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them.

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. 

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

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

Play with paint will allow attendees to experiment with different painting techniques. This month we will explore acrylic paint pours.

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

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Sarasota Department of Health staff will be in the lobby for free cholesterol and blood pressure screening. No registration required, just stop on in between 10am and 2pm. 

Join E.J. Landrith, Operations Manager for the Sarasota County Emergency Management Division, and learn how to get ready before disaster strikes. Hurricane season is June 1-November 30. What can YOU do to be prepared?

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. 

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!

Every baby can be a library baby!

Drop in for an opportunity to make handmade bookmarks with the left over pulp from our paper making program! 

Forest Hecker is presenting a class on Foodscaping for the Suncoast- This the program that is being Displayed in the Library for the Month of July.

Adult program

This free storytime program engages toddlers, preschoolers, and primary school students in activities that connect art and early literacy. Join us for a story and accompanying art activity based on a work of art in the museum collection.

Join the Education Foundation of Sarasota County as they explore the advantages of utilizing the college planning software, Common App.

Get expert and experienced genealogy research assistance.

Bring your questions

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

Bring your questions!

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

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities. 

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

Professional Musician Sandi Grecco will share her knowledge of the looping pedal, digital recording and playing music. She will also join us on August 23 to share her knowledge of these topics.  This program will be in the Teen Center.

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers, check out our unique genealogy collection, or log onto one of our computers to access a number of genealogy databases only available in the library.

Join Artists Alliance presenter Barbara Gerdeman as they use local maps to create a unique decorative wreath! 

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a fun tissue pouch!

Create safety pin charms and phone charms to add your own personal flair to your phones, school bags, and backpacks!

Ages 13-18 only.

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!

Come and get one-on-one genealogy research from expert and experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

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

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.

Learn how to make your own macramé plant hanger in this fun class!

Explore the world of robotics engineering and coding with this exclusive series of classes provided by Create.Solve.Lead. INC, an independent tech education organization led by local volunteers. Each class will cover a different topic.

Join Chef Rocco Cartia and Chef Warren Caterson, who will provide fresh, easy, healthy snacks to inspire you to make your own at home.

Calling all puzzle lovers! Get ready to show off your speed and skills at the North Port Library. Gather your dream team of 3-5 puzzle pros and race to become the ultimate jigsaw champs of the library!

Consider the details.  Channel Monet.  Come join us in painting abstract lupines.  Supplies will be provided but painting attire is suggested and hair dryers are needed.

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.

Join the introductory class and follow step-by-step guidance to transform a book into a stunning work of art.

*** For teens and adults ***

*** Registration is required and will open on July 21 ***

Mini looms will be used to weave colorful rows of various yarns and fabrics. Library registrants, who have a variety of skill levels, are all welcome to come and weave on the handheld looms to create a mini colorful wall hanging.

GYROKINESIS® Method is a movement that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences all while connectin

Create your own forest friend keychain! We'll learn how to hand-sew a few pieces of felt into an adorable animal. 

Registration is required.  One name per registration, please.

Beeswax candles are a safer and more eco-friendly alternative to traditional paraffin wax candles.

Consider the details.  Channel Monet.  Come join us in painting an abstract of lupines.  Supplies will be provided but painting attire is suggested and hair dryers are needed.  

Stations will be set up for colorful and imaginative printing techniques involving gel plates, foam plates, and marbling.

Have you always wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Now's the chance! This group, open to teens, is here to be just that. Our first meeting will begin with a session 0 to determine how often we want to meet, and create our characters.

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.

Monk San will lead a peaceful meditation at the Venice Library. No previous experiences or materials required. Participants may bring their own meditation cushion if desired.

Registration required

Using pom poms, create a caterpillar, spider, or cricket.

Students learn about why mucous, nose hairs, and digestion are gross but important parts of who we are!

Join us for a special STEAM activity on the first Wednesday of every month! Learn what its like to be a physicist while we conduct experiments and learn all about the laws of motion! 

We're back with Session #8! 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. 

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Join us the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, June through August, for afternoons full of fun, friends, and LEGO®! We provide the LEGO® bricks, you bring the imagination. 

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Calling all young book lovers! Come join the book dragons, where we dive into the latest and greatest YA novels, classics, and everything in between.

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.

Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs.

Learn how to paint and collage cool pieces of jewelry with artist Barbara Gerdeman.

Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog.  Space is limited. First come, first seated.

Learn how to attract and ID local bees. Learn how to identify a few of the most common and interesting bees. Then learn about what plants you can place in your landscape to help them thrive.

Enjoy games chosen by our staff from our library of digital, card and board games, karaoke, foosball and more!

Plan and Volunteer At Library Events.

Provide Feedback on Library Services.

Earn Volunteer Hours and Resume credit

All while Meeting new Friends, Eating snacks and Playing Games!

Are you having difficulty learning the basics of Microsoft Word? Does the program's layout overwhelm you, leaving you unsure of where to begin? Join us in our workshop, where we will guide you through starting a new project! 

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Join us for the library's Monthly Game Night! Every first Tuesday of the month from 5-7 PM, we invite you to enjoy an evening of fun, friendly competition, and socializing.

Writers unite! This club meets the first Wednesday of every month to give teens the opportunity to hone their creative writing skills.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Sarasota County Libraries. 

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!

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

Get ready for the upcoming school year by making yourself a one-of-a-kind sticker-covered notebook!