For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Come practice speaking the romantic language of French.

Drop in and make a poster about music to decorate the library. 

Enjoy interacting with your child by participating in early literacy activities that include music and movement, books, crafts, and educational activities.

Provided by Sarasota Medical Alliance Foundation. Presented by B. Silverman, GEMS Director.

Ages 12-15 or already completed 6th grade.

Must be present all three days:

May 30 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

This computer class will focus on using the Internet. The instructor will demonstrate how to go to a specific webpage and how to do a search. 

Want to learn more about using a computer or your device?

Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians.

Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm.

Call 941-861-1360 to sign up.

Loss of friends and family, work, physical ability or a sense of identity ... these realities signal critical life changes, but can also be catalysts for personal growth.

On the last Wednesday afternoon of the month, watch a movie that is hosted by film professor Maryann Dahlen, who will invite the audience to discuss the movie after its showing.

Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets.

All teens interested in volunteering at the Jacaranda Library can learn the ropes in this group orientation. Please register below to reserve your spot!

Girls in grades 6-12 are invited to explore code in a fun and friendly way! Learn the core 4 computer science concepts every programmer needs to know, and complete a Community Service Impact Project.

Join us to learn about and practice using all the cool things a Google/Gmail account allows you to do. This class is aimed at Beginners, new to using Google. It's also primarily for those with Android devices or Windows 10 computers.

If you missed  the Sarasota Film Festival premiere of the documentary film showcasing Herald-Tribune writer Carrie Seidman's community mental health project, "FACEing Mental Illness: The Art of Acceptance," the following screenings have been

This program is open to teens and tweens in grades 6-12, and counts as community service hours.  Join our monthly TAB Meeting to discuss & plan upcoming teen events, discuss collection needs, discuss volunteer issues and training, an

Join us for a group discussion of a chosen title. For May, we're reading The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers. No previous attendance necessary--all are welcome to join.