Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Portraits of animals made out of egg cartons

EQ Craft Crew: Egg Carton Critters

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library

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Join us the third Tuesday of every month for a new art project!In this hands-on art program, our young artists will be given egg cartons and other supplies to make a new friend, a ...

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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living, Lifelong Learning

Join us the third Tuesday of every month for a new art project!

One Book: Death Doulas Demystified

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library

One Book Sarasota:

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Across the nation, end-of-life doulas are increasingly joining care teams for the terminally ill, offering non-medical support that enhances the end-of-life experience for patients...

Registration Open

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

Across the nation, end-of-life doulas are increasingly joining care teams for the terminally ill, offering non-medical support that enhances the end-of-life experience for patients and their loved ones.

One Book: Creative Mindfulness - A Creative Journey Back to You

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Explore your thoughts and stresses through the creative process to discover problem-solving skills and solutions. Relax with a guided visualization and complete 2-3 drawings follow...

Registration Open

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

Explore your thoughts and stresses through the creative process to discover problem-solving skills and solutions. Relax with a guided visualization and complete 2-3 drawings followed by discussion. No art experience required or necessary!

One Book: Paper Quilling Workshop

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

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This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook. Get...

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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: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story.

One Book: AI & Art

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Ringling professor Rick Dakan explores how new AI tools interact with the art world!Dakan is an author, educator, and game designer currently teaching at Ringling College of Art an...

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota, Technology Instruction

Registration Required

Ringling professor Rick Dakan explores how new AI tools interact with the art world!

Confronting the Holocaust: Reflections of an Author

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

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Dr. George Eisen, an internationally acclaimed author, widely recognized for his groundbreaking research on the Holocaust, has engaged on a twelve-year journey, across three contin...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Event, Career Journeys

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Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Gaming Tournament

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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Get ready for an epic showdown! Join us for our Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament, where teens can showcase their gaming skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Play using the Nintendo Sw...

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Career Journeys, Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Get ready for an epic showdown! Join us for our Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament, where teens can showcase their gaming skills on the Nintendo Switch™.

Karaoke Night

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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Let your inner star shine at Karaoke Night!Join us at the North Port Library every fourth Tuesday of the month for a fun-filled evening of music and self-expression.Tonight’s theme...

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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, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries

Let your inner star shine at Karaoke Night!
Join us at the North Port Library every fourth Tuesday of the month for a fun-filled evening of music and self-expression.

Tonight’s theme: Hits of the 70's!

Truth on the Line: Journalism's Role in Protecting Democracy

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

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The pressure on journalism has never been greater. Sustained attacks, intimidation, lawsuits, business pressures and defunding efforts threaten the ability of news organizations to...

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Lectures, Special Events

The pressure on journalism has never been greater.

A man cuts a sable palmetto for use as swamp cabbage.

From Palmetto to Plate: The History of Swamp Cabbage

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Classroom A/B at Osprey Library

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From Palmetto to Plate: The History of Swamp CabbagePresented by:Frank Desguin, Board of Directors President, Charlotte County Historical SocietyGuest historian, Dr. Josh Goodman, ...

Registration Open

Library Branch: Osprey Library

Room: Classroom A/B

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Cultural Life, Green Living, Healthy Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

From Palmetto to Plate: The History of Swamp Cabbage

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One Book: Writing Your Own Obituary: Past/Present/Future

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Juliano Room at North Port Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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What if your obituary was not just a summary of your life but a road map to your future? Come review some unusual obituaries and explore the craft of obituary writing, either for y...

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Juliano Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

What if your obituary was not just a summary of your life but a road map to your future? Come review some unusual obituaries and explore the craft of obituary writing, either for yourself or for someone you care about.

One Book - "Emma" Watercolor Tea Party with the Venice Theatre

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Watercolor to the sounds of baroque music as we enjoy tea and treats with the cast of the Venice Theatre’s “Emma”. Free free to bring your own fancy tea cup and reference photos or...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

Watercolor to the sounds of baroque music as we enjoy tea and treats with the cast of the Venice Theatre’s “Emma”.

Sheet music cover named Florida's the place for me

In the Tune of Local History: Songs About Sarasota County

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

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Music has helped shape Florida’s cultural identity for generations. Join Meg Lepak of the Sarasota County History Center for an illustrated presentation exploring Florida’s musical...

Registration Open

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Venice Centennial

Registration Required

Music has helped shape Florida’s cultural identity for generations.

Florida Reflections: Telling Florida Food Stories

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

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Telling Florida Food StoriesIn this interactive program, journalist and author Dalia Colon provides an overview of Florida’s history through the lens of food, from indigenous foodw...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: America's 250th Celebration, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Telling Florida Food Stories

In this interactive program, journalist and author Dalia Colon provides an overview of Florida’s history through the lens of food, from indigenous foodways, to the rise and fall of the citrus industry, to moder

a woman wearing a "PRESS" badge while writing in a notepad

IHL Youth Action Campaign: Journalism in Wartime

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

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Explore the vital role journalists play in war zones and learn how international law protects reporters during armed conflict. This presentation, led by Pine View School’s Red Cros...

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Career Journeys, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

Explore the vital role journalists play in war zones and learn how international law protects reporters during armed conflict. This presentation, led by Pine View School’s Red Cross Club, includes a live robotics demonstration.

Picturing Paradise: From John James Audubon to the Florida Highwaymen

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

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The Florida landscape has provided aesthetic inspiration to artists for centuries. Titian Ramsay Peale and John James Audubon came in search of native flora and fauna, followed by ...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: America's 250th Celebration, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Special Events

The Florida landscape has provided aesthetic inspiration to artists for centuries.

Serenity Sound Healing by Blue Lotus Buddhist Meditation Center

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

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Serenity Sound Healing is an auditory journey that immerses participants in a sea of harmonious sounds, created by a variety of instruments such as crystal bowls, Tibetan singing b...

Registration Open

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Registration Required

Serenity Sound Healing is an auditory journey that immerses participants in a sea of harmonious sounds, created by a variety of instruments such as crystal bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, gong, chimes, drums, and even human vocal tones.

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Genealogy Assistance

10:00am–12:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Genealogy

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Adult Coloring Group

10:30am–12:00pm

Adults

Meeting Room B

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Join us for Adult Coloring Group the first and third Monday of every month! All materials provided.

One Book: Seed Bead Art

10:30am–12:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room II

Registration Closed

Registration Required

Registration Closed

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, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

One Book Sarasota

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.

Explore a unique approach to visual art using seed beads to build texture, pattern, and depth. In this hands-on program, you will use colorful seed beads to “paint” a museum worthy design.

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

AARP Tax-Aide

10:30am–2:30pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Tax Help

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

Mock Interview Workshop

11:00am–12:30pm

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room

Registration Closed

Registration Required

Registration Closed

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Career Journeys, Job Search Assistance, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Join SHRM workplace professionals for a mock interview workshop!

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

AARP Tax-Aide

12:00pm–4:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Tax Help

Tax help by appointment.

Genealogy Assistance

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adults

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy

Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

AARP Income Tax Assistance

1:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room A

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Tax Help

--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West Tampa

2:00pm–3:30pm

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Classroom A/B

Registration Closed

Registration Required

Registration Closed

Library Branch: Osprey Library

Room: Classroom A/B

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West Tampa

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Matter of Balance Spring Series (4 of 8)

2:00pm–4:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Registration Closed

Registration Required

Registration Closed

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Lectures

Registration Required

Please Register for Matter of Balance!

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–5:30pm

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Room

Registration Open

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Clubs, Games

Registration Required

Bring your Dungeons and Dragons characters to life with your friends as we discover what is rotten at the core of Appleton! Please bring your completed DnD 5e character sheet to this game.

Disclaimer(s)

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

Teen Writers Club

4:00pm–5:30pm

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Veranda Room

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.

Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series

5:30pm–7:30pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

Disclaimer(s)

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

Spring Classical Concert: Velvet

6:00pm–7:00pm

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Community Room

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries

Sebastian Stefanovic, viola - "VELVET"

Quirky Readers Book Club

10:00am–12:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups

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

Disclaimer(s)

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

Health in Motion Bus

10:00am–2:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Healthy Living

Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!

No appointment required.

Disclaimer(s)

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

AARP Tax-Aide

10:00am–4:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Tax Help

Tax help by appointment.

Forever Fit

10:15am–11:00am

Adults, Seniors

Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+.

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Disclaimer(s)

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

Short Story Discussion Group

10:15am–12:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Program Room

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups

The Short Story Discussion group meets once a month from January through March and is moderated by Eileen Kohut. Readings will be from "That Glimpse of Truth: the 100 Finest Short Stories Ever Written" selected and introduced by David Miller.

Cancelled -Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am

Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Meeting Room- Classroom A

Library Branch: Osprey Library

Room: Meeting Room- Classroom A

Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

This storytime activity is geared towards children ages three to five. However, other family members may come in to enjoy the story as well.

Stories & Fun

10:30am–11:30am

Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Meeting Room B

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)

Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

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

AARP Tax-Aide

10:30am–3:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Tax Help

AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.

Words and Wiggles Storytime

11:00am–11:30am

Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Youth Program Room

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!

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

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