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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
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.
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
SNAP Application Assistance
10:00am–5:30pm
Group Study Room
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
:
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
Kid's Zone
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Family Storytime
10:15am–10:45am
Kid's Zone
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Kid's Zone
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and more! Recommended ages 3-5 and their 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
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Community 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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
40 Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Community Room
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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)
Program Type:
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®
10:15am–11:15am
Program Room
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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
:
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 "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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Preschool Storytime
10:30am–11:00am
Meeting Room
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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
:
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 "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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Storytime
10:30am–11:15am
Meeting Room
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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
:
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.
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
Dr. Edward James II 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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
How Money Works
10:30am–11:30am
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Career Journeys,
Lifelong Learning
:
Join us for a free financial literacy program designed to help you take control of your money and build a secure future with the essentials of the 7 Money Milestones.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Adult Coloring Group
10:30am–12:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
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 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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
A Matter of Balance #1
10:30am–12:30pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Healthy Living
:
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:
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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 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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room II
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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:
Storytimes,
:
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
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Veranda Room
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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
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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 "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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown
10:30am–11:15am
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries,
Performances,
Storytimes
:
Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience. For children ages 1-5. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.
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 B
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
ROAR! on the Road: Ringling Storytime
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
ROAR! is The Ringling's free storytime program that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Email Basics
10:30am–12:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Technology Instruction
:
This workshop is for those who are new to using email or want to build more confidence with using email. Participants will learn how to perform basic functions, such as sending, receiving, and replying to email messages.
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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
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
,
,
:
Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects.
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Fun to be Fit: littles
10:15am–11:00am
Community Room
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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:
Healthy Living,
Special Events
:
Join Ms. Adrianne for a fun program featuring music and movement! For ages 0-5.
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room B
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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:
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room
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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:
Games,
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.
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room
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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:
,
:
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.
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 "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 "Families" group
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Families
Conference 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Knit and Crocheting Group
10:15am–12:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Busy Little Hands Activity Hour
10:30am–11:30am
Story Time Room
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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:
Games,
Lifelong Learning
:
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 "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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Let's Pretend Day
10:30am–11:30am
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
,
Storytimes
:
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 "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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Creation Station: Experienced Sewing Lab
10:30am–12:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
:
Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with basic sewing machine experience.
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Yak and Yarn
10:00am–11:30am
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Discussion Groups
:
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 "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
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
,
Technology Instruction
:
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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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:
:
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room B
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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:
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Storytime - Preschool Music with Mr. Dave
10:30am–11:00am
Meeting Room
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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,
Music in the Libraries,
Storytimes
:
Come join Mr. Dave Moran as he reads stories, plays his guitar, and sings songs that will make your little one want to dance. Ages 0-5. Space is limited. Get your tickets at the youth desk starting at 10 a.m.
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Little Adventures Story Time
10:30am–11:30am
Program Room
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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,
Storytimes
:
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 "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 II
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Musical Motion
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room II
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
12
2025
Fri
LVSSC - Literacy Class
10:00am–12:15pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Lectures
:
Literacy class by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County.
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Sarasota Department of Health staff will be in the lobby for free blood pressure screening. No registration required, just stop on in between 10am and 2pm.
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
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Meeting Room B
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Library Babies
10:15am–11:00am
Meeting Room B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
:
Every baby can be a library baby!
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Games,
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.
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
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 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),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Meeting Room II
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
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Homeschoolers at the Library
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room II
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
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),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Games,
Lifelong Learning
:
A time for homeschool children and their families to socialize, participate in arts and crafts, STEM activities and more!
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Coffee Chat with Sarasota County Schools
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Purpose of Room Use
We are organizing monthly Coffee Chat events to engage parents and community members in topics important to education.
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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 "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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
POP-UP: Storytime @ The Bay
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up 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:
Outreach,
Storytimes
:
Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Bay Park for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Pop-Up Stop: The Bay Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Outreach,
Storytimes
:
The Pop-Up will be at The Bay Park in Sarasota with books for all ages and storytimes for children at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
13
2025
Sat
The Genealogical Society of Sarasota Monthly Meeting
10:00am–12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
Please join us for the monthly meeting of The Genealogical Society of Sarasota. A different guest speaker is featured each month.
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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 1
10:15am–11:15am
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries
:
Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories.
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This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Youth Program Room
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Words and Wiggles Storytime
11:00am–11:30am
Youth Program Room
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
This preschool-aged story time is led by a library staff member. Enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities!
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 "Adults" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
Come and get one-on-one genealogy research assistance with expert experienced 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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
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 "All Ages" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness.
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Slumber Party Storytime
11:15am–11:45am
Veranda Room
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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
:
Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! Wear your favorite PJs and bring your favorite stuffed animal! Stuffies may spend the night at the library and be picked up the next day.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Off the Shelf Book Club - Venice
11:45am–12:45pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups
:
Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "House on Endless Waters" by Emuna Elon.
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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
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Health in Motion: Seasonal Flu Shots and Blood Pressure Screenings
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.
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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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Youth Program Room
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Learn and Play Storytime
11:00am–11:30am
Youth Program Room
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities.
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 "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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
POP-UP: Storytime @ The Bay
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up 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:
Outreach,
Storytimes
:
Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Bay Park for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!
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
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Learn Beginner Crochet Stitches
11:15am–12:15pm
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
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Library Branch:
Osprey Library and History Center
Room:
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
In this class, you will learn all the basics of crocheting that you need to know to start your journey in crocheting. Learn about beginner stitches like the single stitch and the half double stitch, as well as how to do a magic ring!
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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 1
11:30am–12:30pm
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries
:
Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.
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| 12 pm |
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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)
Community 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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
40 Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Community Room
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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)
Program Type:
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®
12:00pm–1:00pm
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
:
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
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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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Veranda Room
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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
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Free Nutrition and Cooking Class
12:00pm–1:00pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition,
Healthy Living
:
Get simple strategies for eating healthy and learn how to make delicious, healthy food! You get to eat what you make and take home a bag of groceries. Registration required.
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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 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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room B
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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:
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room
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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:
:
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room
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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:
,
:
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.
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 "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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:
:
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room B
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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:
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:
Games,
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.
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Adult Paint and Sip
12:00pm–1:30pm
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Spritz up your day with a paint and sip! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, come paint a masterpiece and enjoy a selection of mocktails.
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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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Music in the Libraries
:
Jam and learn in the Teen Center 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 enjoy music.
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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Sparkle and Create: Self-Led Jewelry Making
12:00pm–2:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
The Uke Days of Summer
1:00pm–2:00pm
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Music in the Libraries
:
Join us to make this summer musical with the joyful sound of the ukulele!
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Pine Needle Basket Weaving Part 1
1:00pm–4:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Special Events
:
Join us for this two-part class to learn the basics of pine needle basket weaving!
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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
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning,
Virtual
:
The Writer’s Circle was created for writers of all genres and experience levels.
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
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
,
Virtual
:
The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.
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)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Homeschoolers: Wednesday Meetup
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Socrates Cafe: Open Topic Discussions
1:30pm–3:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
:
Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.
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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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Creation Station: Picture Frame Decorating
1:00pm–2:30pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Decorate a picture frame using decoupage material or by engraving your art with the Glowforge machine! Glowforge projects may be picked up the following week.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
Come and get one-on-one genealogy research from expert and experienced volunteers. Bring your questions!
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Quirky Knitters
1:00pm–3:00pm
Program Room
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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
:
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 "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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Pine Needle Basket Weaving Part 2
1:00pm–4:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Special Events
:
Join us for this two-part class to learn the basics of pine needle basket weaving!
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
1:30pm–3:30pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
:
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
Cancelled
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Cancelled
Blood Drive Today!
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Donate blood today! The OneBlood.org Big Red Bus will be in the library parking lot 1-4 p.m. today. All donors will receive:
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Intro to Writing Life Stories for Non-Writers
2:00pm–3:00pm
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
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Library Branch:
Osprey Library and History Center
Room:
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
:
This fun introductory class is geared for those serious about writing their memoirs.
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 AB (Staff only)
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Travelogue | Jordan
2:00pm–3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
:
Join us for a captivating travelogue through the Kingdom of Jordan and immerse yourself in an adventure steeped in ancient history.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Tech Navigator
2:00pm–4:00pm
Group Study Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
,
Technology Instruction,
Virtual
:
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 "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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Chef Warren Celebrates Spanish Cuisine
2:30pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lectures
:
Spanish cuisine is more than just spice! Chef Warren teaches why experts say a Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest as you learn to make meals from the various regions of Spain with ingredients you can find in any grocery store.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Fall Prevention 102
2:00pm–3:30pm
Community Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Lectures
:
Come and learn more techniques on how to prevent falling. Fall Prevention 101 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
Learning Lab
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Arts & Crafts | Wooly Botany
2:00pm–4:00pm
Learning Lab
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Discussion Groups,
Green Living,
Lifelong Learning
:
Take your creative energies out on some wool and be astounded at what emerges. All materials are provided. No reservation required: first come, first seated.
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
Conference 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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Arts & Crafts: Junk Journal Junkies
2:00pm–4:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station,
Discussion Groups,
Green Living
:
A Junk Journal Club for enthusiasts of all abilities. Please bring your own journal and glue. Scrapbook paper and decorative punches will be provided. Please sign-in at the Reference Desk.
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Creation Station: DIY Pet Toys
2:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
:
Learn how to sew and create simple toys for your pets! We will be sewing crinkly fish with catnip for cats, as well as learning a knotting technique to make rope toys for dogs. Sewing experience is not required.
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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
Meeting Room B
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Advanced Spanish Conversation Group
2:00pm–3:30pm
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Spanish/En Español
:
Spanish Group Conversation.
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
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Arts & Crafts | Wooly Botany
2:00pm–4:00pm
Learning Lab
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Discussion Groups,
Green Living,
Lifelong Learning
:
Take your creative energies out on some wool and be astounded at what emerges. All materials are provided. No Reservations Required: first come, first seated.
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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
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Chair Yoga with Manching
2:00pm–3:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
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 "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
Conference 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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Fall Prevention 101
2:00pm–3:30pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Healthy Living,
Lectures
:
Registration encouraged but NOT required.
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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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
Technology Instruction
:
Meet other coders in the Teen Center 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 "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
Story Time 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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
DIY Beeswax Candles
2:00pm–4:00pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Green Living
:
Join us to make some beeswax candles! Beeswax is known for a bright, long lasting flame that leaves behind very little smoke and a natural light honey scent.
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| 3 pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years)
Creation Station
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Youth Lab: Puppets
3:00pm–4:30pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Use various craft tools to make your own hand puppet.
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 "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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Room
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Read with the Dogs
3:30pm–4:30pm
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
Read with the Dogs
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Conference Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Teen Writing Club
3:00pm–4:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning
:
Write with Us! Whether you're just starting a new story or knee-deep in the middle of one, our club is all about creativity, connection, and collaboration.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Quit Smoking Now
3:00pm–4:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
Discussion Groups,
,
:
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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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
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting)
3:00pm–4:15pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Author Event,
Book Discussions,
Clubs,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
:
As an educational nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) focuses most of its resources into providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects.
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Music | The Tamás Nagy Eksperience with Jack Berry (The Garbage-Men)
3:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries
:
"Folk Jazz: Hungarian Influences" a personal journey into one's musical heritage. Enjoy an uplifting and personal performance focusing on the contributions of Eastern European influences in folk and acoustic jazz.
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Book Club
3:00pm–4:30pm
Juliano Room
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Juliano Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions
:
Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Teen Writing Group
3:00pm–4:30pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Career Journeys,
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning
:
Unleash your creativity in a supportive 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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Computer Typing 101
3:00pm–4:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
:
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)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Teen Writers Club
4:00pm–5:30pm
Veranda Room
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
,
Clubs,
,
Discussion Groups,
:
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.
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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
Cancelled
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Cancelled
Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
4:00pm–5:00pm
Veranda Room
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries
:
Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
LEGO Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Storytime Room
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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
:
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Meet therapy dogs and their owners in the Teen Center on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. 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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Meet therapy dogs and their owners on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month in June, July and August. 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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Tinker Tuesday
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room II
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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
:
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.
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)
Teen Center
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Anime Club
4:00pm–5:45pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
History & Culture,
Movies
:
In the Teen Center, watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
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 "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)
Youth Activity 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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Attack on the Fort!
4:30pm–5:30pm
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Learn about basic engineering concepts with this exciting STEAM program! First build a simple pompom shooting catapult. Then build a fort out of construction paper, popsicle sticks, and tape.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Embrace Change: Finding Your Next Career Opportunity
4:30pm–6:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Job Search Assistance
:
Join us for a dynamic Career Success Workshop designed to help you navigate the job market with confidence!
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Reservation
Community Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Quirky Crafters: Envision Your Future
4:45pm–5:45pm
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
:
Design and make a personalized vision board to help you achieve your dreams. Join us to set your goals and get inspired! Recommended for tweens and teens ages 9-18.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Learning Lab
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
AniManga Club
4:45pm–6:00pm
Learning Lab
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups
:
Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether you’ve just discovered anime or you’ve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!
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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
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Meeting Room II
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Read Em and Eat
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition,
Creation Station,
Healthy Living
:
Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. 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.
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)
Meeting Room A
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Read with the Dogs
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
:
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.
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Teen Center
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Game Night at the Library
4:00pm–5:45pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
:
Play Nintendo Switch games, ping pong, karaoke and board games, including chess!
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Teen Advisory Board September
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Career Journeys,
Clubs,
Volunteer Orientations & Programs
:
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!
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Teen Zone
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Games
:
Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games, video games, and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.
Reservation
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
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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)
Meeting Room A
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Afternoon STEM
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning
:
Come to the library each month for a fun afternoon STEM activity! This month, test your engineering skills with a Play-doh® bot. Use Play-doh® to add features to a wind-up toy to see how it affects the way it moves.
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
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Creation Station: Teen Lab - Treasure Box Part 2
4:00pm–5:45pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
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Embellish a box by sculpting paper clay creatures and objects onto the surface. Register for part 3, adding feet and finishing touches to your box, on September 25.
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
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Community 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
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
11
2025
Thu
A Musical Afternoon with the Venice Theatre
4:30pm–5:30pm
Community Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Cultural Life,
Special Events
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Join the Venice Theatre for an afternoon of music and fun featuring members of the cast from The Sound of Music!
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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
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
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 "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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Creation Station Petting Zoo
4:00pm–5:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Creation Station
:
Drop by the Creation Station to learn about some of the different equipment we have available! No live animals are involved in this experience. Equipment demo 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
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Story Time Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Color Changing Notebooks
5:00pm–6:30pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Tweens and Teens can write in style this school year by coming to our program that will let them create their very own color changing notebook.
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Jazz Jam SRQ
5:30pm–7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries,
Performances
:
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.
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 "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
Rotunda
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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy.
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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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Understanding Medicare
5:00pm–6:00pm
Veranda Room
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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,
Healthy Living,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
:
Confused about Medicare? This informative session will explain the basics, including coverage options, enrollment, and recent updates. Learn how to make informed decisions about your healthcare and get your questions answered.
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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 "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
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Community 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 "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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
Fall Classical Concert Series: Low & Behold
6:00pm–7:00pm
Community Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Cultural Life,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Music in the Libraries,
Performances
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Duo NONA - Nadine Trudel (cello) Gil Katz (double bass) - Duo NONA presents an interesting program of music for cello and double bass by composers from France, Germany, Hungary, Czech Republic and Finland.
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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
Conference 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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
LinkedIn 101: Navigating Digital Job Boards
6:00pm–7:30pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Career Journeys,
Discussion Groups,
Job Search Assistance,
Technology Instruction
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Today's digital job boards are more difficult than ever to traverse. Having a well maintained and curated online presence is key to keeping an employer's interest once your resume and cover letter have caught it.
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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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
:
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
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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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Pop Stop Wellen Park Night Market
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Outreach
:
Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market! The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park.
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
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Meeting 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
This event is in the "Families" group
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Origami for Kids
6:30pm–7:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
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Try your hand at Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper.
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