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Branches	Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library	Fruitville Library	Selby Library	Shannon Staub Library		Virtual Events
Rooms	Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room	Meeting Room	Teen Center	No room assigned		No room assigned
All Day		Reservation Early Voting All Day 10/15–11/1 Meeting Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Purpose of Room Use Early Voting				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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Halloween Costume Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Virtual 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 "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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Submit photos of you and your loved ones for the chance to win a simply sweet prize! 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Pumpkin Decorating Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Virtual 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 "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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Submit photos of your best decorated pumpkin for the chance to win a super autumn decor kit for your home! Kit includes 1 door wreath, 1 table runner, 2 pillows, and 1 throw blanket 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Scores & Scares Short Film Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Clubs, , Movies, Performances, Special Events, Virtual Registration Required : Earn the chance to win a FREE GoPro camera!* Prize sponsored by the William H. Jervey, Jr. Endowment Fund. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Book Tastings (On Demand) All Day 10/1–10/31 Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Virtual Event* This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, , Virtual : Teen Book Tastings is a video series of book recommendations across various genres for teenagers. Join us each month for a different theme! This month's theme is horror and campfire stories. 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 Creatures of the Night - Sarasota Parks and Rec (On Demand) All Day 10/4–10/31 All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Discussions, , , Lectures, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Discover the REAL story behind the animals of the Halloween season! This event is in the "All Ages" group Creatures of the Night - Peace River Wildlife Center (On Demand) All Day 10/11–10/31 All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Discussions, , , Lectures, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Discover the REAL story behind the animals of the Halloween season! In this session, Peace River Wildlife Center tells us all about our favorite winged creatures of the night: bats! This event is in the "All Ages" group Creatures of the Night - Shy Wolf Sanctuary (On Demand) All Day 10/18–10/31 All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Discussions, , , Lectures, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Discover the REAL story behind the animals of the Halloween season! In this session, Shy Wolf Sanctuary tells us all about our favorite wild canine: the wolf! A Hallow-Teen presentation.
8:30am	Reservation Early Voting 8:30am–6:30pm Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Purpose of Room Use Voting			This event is in the "Adults" group Early Voting 8:30am–6:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Voting : Early Voting
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10:00am			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Bobblehead Craft 10:00am–10:15am Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Center This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts : This is a passive program for a take-home craft. Pick up your kit at the Circulation desk.			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 "Families" group Cancelled: Baby Rhyme and Sign (Live) 10:00am–10:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Families Virtual 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 "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Families Program Type: , Storytimes, Virtual : Hello, Friends! This program is cancelled for today because no one registered. We encourage you to go out and enjoy this beautiful day! 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 SHINE Presents: Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP) Live 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Virtual : Rise & SHINE - A Kitchen Table series where you can learn about Medicare and enjoy your favorite cup of brew! Learn about your Medicare options, how to save on Part D costs and prepare for the OEP from a SHINE Counsellor.
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11:00am					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 Storytime Outdoors! 11:00am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, , Games, Performances, Special Events, Storytimes : STORYTIME IS BACK!	This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Preschool Boot Camp - October Session 11:00am–11:30pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: , Virtual : Are you serious about getting your child ready for kindergarten? Join us for lessons in phonics, math, and more while giving your child the chance for social interaction and positive reinforcement from a caring teacher. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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11:30am					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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Food Truck Fridays 11:30am–2:00pm 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Age Group: 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: , Special Events : Come on down to Shannon Staub Library and enjoy a delicious lunch from some of Southwest Florida's premier meals on wheels!
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2:00pm							This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group CANCELLED-Mobilizing from Suffrage to Equality-Are We There Yet? (Live) 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: , Lectures, One Book Sarasota, Virtual Registration Required : Local Author Jane Plitt will be presenting an overview of the influences and methods required for the ultimate success of women’s suffrage, and what remains for us to achieve equality. A 1969 graduate of Cornell University’s School
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4:00pm							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 Teen/Tween Comedy Club (Live) 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Clubs, , Games, Virtual Registration Required : Play games (Box of Lies!, Charades, Taboo, Pictionary, Jeopardy and more) and be funny while you laugh your cares away. Bring your own snack. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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6:00pm							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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group Scary Story Nite (On Demand) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Virtual Event 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, , Movies, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Storytimes, Virtual : Join us every Friday in October to hear stories woven by our ghost-host librarians that are sure to chill your spine and curdle your blood! Recommended for ages 7 and up.	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 "Families" group Virtual Reality Escape Room (Live) 6:00pm–7:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 "Families" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families Program Type: Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, , Games, Movies, Performances, Special Events, Virtual Registration Required : Do you have what it takes to brave the scares of the virtual reality game, Nevrosa? Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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7:00pm							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 Bedtime Stories (On Demand) 7:00pm–7:15pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Enjoy a bedtime story read by a Sarasota County Library staff member followed by an activity or technique to help little ones sleep. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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Fruitville Library CLOSED Dec. 18, 2025-July 19, 2026

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Submit photos of you and your loved ones for the chance to win a simply sweet prize!

Submit photos of your best decorated pumpkin for the chance to win a super autumn decor kit for your home!

Earn the chance to win a FREE GoPro camera!*

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STORYTIME IS BACK!

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Local Author Jane Plitt will be presenting an overview of the influences and methods required for the ultimate success of women’s suffrage, and what remains for us to achieve equality.

A 1969 graduate of Cornell University’s School

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