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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Forever Fit
10:15am–11:00am
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
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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.
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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)
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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
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),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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 "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
Feb
12
2026
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
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Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.
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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
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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Cancelled
Lemon Bay Fest: Archaeology of the Manasota Key Offshore Site
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Archaeology,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
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Join Sarasota County’s archaeologist, Clay Bush, for a lecture on this globally significant site located only 350 yards off of Manasota Key that reveals insights into the lives of the Archaic Florida peoples.
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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)
Learning Lab
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Homeschool Hang: Shrinky Dinks
11:00am–12:00pm
Learning Lab
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
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If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gate’s monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library.
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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
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 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
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
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),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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 "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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Arts & Crafts: Conversation Hearts on Canvas
2:00pm–4:00pm
Learning Lab
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
Lifelong Learning
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Sweet nothings on canvas...what a better way to enjoy this month of love. All materials provided. No registration is required. These programs are popular. Seating is limited. First Come, first seated.
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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
Classroom A/B
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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Spanish Moss in Florida: A Social and Economic History
2:00pm–3:30pm
Classroom A/B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
Green Living,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
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Spanish Moss in Florida: A Social and Economic History Presented by:
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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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting)
3:00pm–5:15pm
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:
Author Event,
Book Discussions,
Clubs,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
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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.
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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
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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Secrets of the Underground Railroad
3:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
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The Secrets of the Underground Railroad…revealed! The Underground Railroad was a network of safe houses that led enslaved people in the south escape to freedom in the north.
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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
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Lemon Bay Fest: Squeeze and Create! Lemon Art Lab
3:30pm–5:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
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When life gives you lemons, make some art! Learn how to make lemon prints on fabric, and then use the juice to add an acidic pop of color to a watercolor painting. Recommended for ages 9 to adult.
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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
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 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
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Read Em and Eat
3:45pm–4:45pm
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,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition,
Creation Station,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
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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.
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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
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
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
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
How to Roll a Beeswax Candle
4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth Activity Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
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Children and families are invited to come craft a beeswax candle with bee expert Maria McIntyre of Juniper Moon Apiary.
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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 B
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
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Afternoon STEM: Glitter Salt Circuits
4:00pm–5:00pm
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,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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Join us for an afternoon of STEM fun! Explore electricity and make a circuit using glitter glue, salt, LED lights, and batteries. Best for ages 5-12, under 7 best with adult supervision.
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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)
Program Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Unleashing Imagination: Art Media - Week 5
4:30pm–5:30pm
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:
Arts & Crafts,
Career Journeys,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
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Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!
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 "Adults" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
LVSSC Course: Citizenship preparation
6:00pm–7:45pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County.
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