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Branches	Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library			Elsie Quirk Library	Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library			Fruitville Library	Gulf Gate Library			North Port Library				Selby Library				Shannon Staub Library		William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Rooms	Conference Room	Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room	Meeting Room II	Program Room	Conference Room	Meeting Room	Youth Activity Room	Meeting Room	Meeting Room A	Meeting Room B	Storytime Room	No room assigned	Creation Station	Teen Room	Veranda Room	No room assigned	Creation Station	Sarasota Music Archive (formerly Group Study 2)	Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium	Conference Room	Story Time Room	No room assigned	Community Room
All Day																		Reservation AARP Tax-Aide: Tues - Th 2pm - 5pm; Sat 11am - 2pm All Day 2/18–2/20 Sarasota Music Archive (formerly Group Study 2) This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Selby Library Room: Sarasota Music Archive (formerly Group Study 2) Purpose of Room Use AARP Tax-Aide. Assistance at this location is first come-first serve. For more information: https://www.sarasotaaarptaxaide.com/home/selby-library				This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Take & Make: Felt Pom-Pom Ice Cream Keychains 02/18/2025 @ 10:00am–02/24/2025 @ 5:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts : 🍦✨ Create Your Own Felt Pom Pom Ice Cream Key Chains! ✨🍦 All supplies have been claimed
10:00am												This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors 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: North Port Library Age Group: 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Conference Room 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: 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.
10:15am										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 Partners in Play® 10:15am–11:15am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : 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 "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 Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
10:30am	Reservation Good Samaritan Pharmacy 10:30am–1:30pm 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.			This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Music Fun with Dave Moran 10:30am–11:00am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : Have some fun with singer/guitarist, Dave Moran as he entertains with favorite interactive children's songs. Recommended for children age 5 and under.		Reservation AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–4:30pm Meeting Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Purpose of Room Use Tax help by appointment.		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 Storytime - Fun to Be Fit with Ms. Adrianne 10:30am–11:00am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: , , Storytimes : Join Ms. Adrianne for songs, music, and lots of movement. Ages 0-5. Space is limited. Get your ticket at the Youth desk starting at 10 a.m.															This event is in the "Adults" group Great Decisions Group Discussion 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Community Room 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups :
10:45am
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 Kid's Sensory Playtime 11:00am–12:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Veranda Room 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: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Games, , Special Events : Join us at the North Port Library for a kid's sensory playtime. A fun interactive, educational time designed for children with autism and/or sensory challenges.
11:15am
11:30am
11:45am
12:00pm																			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 Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
12:15pm
12:30pm																This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mah Jongg for Experienced Players 12:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Games, Registration Required : Play Mah Jongg in the rotunda with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. You must be experienced enough to complete four games per hour to participate.
12:45pm
1:00pm				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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Quirky Knitters 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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, : 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 "All Ages" group AARP Income Tax Assistance 1:00pm–4:30pm All Ages Meeting Room A 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Tax Help : --- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.				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 The Knit Happens Club 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Discussion Groups : Join other local knitters and crocheters while working on personal projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creation Station Adult Lab: Gelli Print with Kat Sjogren 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required : Gelli printing is a form of mono printing that uses reusable printing plates to create interesting textures and layers of color. 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 Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–3:00pm 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy, : Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions	Reservation Venice Musicale Concert 1:00pm–4:30pm Community Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Purpose of Room Use Free musical concert open to the public
1:15pm
1:30pm					This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Master Gardener Plant Clinic 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: 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.
1:45pm
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2:15pm
2:30pm		This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Room 2:30pm–4:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, , Movies : Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
2:45pm
3:00pm														This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Last Stop Teen Hangout 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room 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: 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.
3:15pm
3:30pm								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 Science Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Meeting 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 "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: , Clubs, : Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool hands-on science experiments with the help of Miss Jenny and the other librarians at Fruitville.				This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Special Events : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. This program is intended for children who can read independently
3:45pm			This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Read 'Em and Eat 3:45pm–4:45pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Book Discussions, Creation Station, : Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
4:00pm											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 CRAFTernoon 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Who doesn't love a good CRAFTernoon? Join us each month for a fun craft in the youth area! All you need to bring is your creativity. Best suited for ages 5-12.
4:15pm
4:30pm							This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Easy as Pie: Cooking Workshop for Tweens and Teens 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Youth Activity Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Creation Station, , , Special Events Registration Required : Tweens and Teens will learn how to make their own no-bake blueberry pie!										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 Creation Station Teen Lab: Japanese Fish Prints 4:30pm–5:45pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), 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 "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, : Gyotaku is a traditional form of Japanese art that began in the 1800s as a way for fishermen to keep a record of the fish they caught. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
4:45pm
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5:15pm
5:30pm																							This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Movie Night at the Library: The Color Purple 5:30pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Community Room 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Movies : Join us to watch: “The Color Purple” (2023) PG-13
5:45pm
6:00pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room II This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning : Join us as we discuss "Absolution" by Alice McDermott for our monthly Book Club! Copies of the book will be available through the Sarasota County Libraries catalog. https://www.sarasotacountylibraries.org/
6:15pm
6:30pm																					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 LEGO® Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Story Time 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, , Games : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
6:45pm
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7:45pm

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