Envision Your Next Adventure! Free Vision Screenings

10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Healthy Living
Details:

The Englewood Lion's Club will be at the library to provide FREE vision screenings for children ages 6 months - 12 years. A parent must be present with their child and sign a permission form.

Mad Science - The Science of Magic

10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Details:

A magician's worst nightmare - Magic secrets will be revealed as the students understand the pivotal role science plays in the world of magic.

Kid's Sensory Playtime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Open
Required
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, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Details:

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.  

Read with the Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Special Events
Details:

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  

Summer Monthly Minutes

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Veranda Room
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024)
Details:

Our library's Summer Reading Program is now easier than ever using the app Beanstack! Patrons can easily track their reading minutes, log their progress, and earn rewards all from their smartphone or tablet. 

Disclaimer(s)

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Lego Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs
Details:

Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.