Learn Genealogy research through Ancestry, Heritage Quest, etc.  Students need names, dates, and locations of people to be researched on the databases. Bring your own thumb drive for articles to be printed.

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? On the first and third Monday mornings of every month, from 10:00 a.m.

Free, unbiased Medicare counseling from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  For appointment, call the Elder Help Line at 1-866-413-5337 to request a referral to a SHINE counselor.

Keep calm and create with self-directed arts and crafts projects.   Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Join us for a morning of songs, stories and a themed craft!  Ages 0-5 welcome with caregivers!

Join us for an app-enhanced mini storytime, then explore our technology playground of equipment and other applications intended to enhance the learning of young children. Ages 0 - 8 with caregiver. 

The Literacy Council of Sarasota

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Class 

- Registration required through The Literacy Council of Sarasota

941.955.0421

The chess club is an opportunity to play friendly games of chess in a low-stress environment. Patrons of all ages and levels are welcome to come, as help is given to those who need it! Chess boards and pieces will be provided.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Summer Breakspot Lunches for children and teens ages 0-18.  Provided by Sarasota County Food and Nutrition Services.

Come join us for our Space Themed teen movie. Continuous Showing of Close Encounters of the Third Kind, from Noon - 7:30pm. Snacks will be provided.

Enjoy an early afternoon space themed movie.

This week we are watching Home (rated PG).

Free lunches for anyone up to age 18 will be served in the youth program room on weekdays, June 3-Aug. 2 excluding July 4. Hot lunches are served on Monday through Thursday, and bagged lunches are served on Fridays.  

The 1-3 p.m. genealogy classes require completion of one of the introductory classes given from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the advertised dates.  The advanced afternoon classes include one-on-one assistance in genealogy research.

Come build space and galaxy themed crafts at the library!

Drop in for coffee to meet friends and make new ones. Refreshments, games, and puzzles provided.

Learn techniques for creating jewelry from fabric! We will view examples of beautiful jewelry from fiber, and use our creativity in developing our unique designs.

Come challenge other teens in a variety of electronic and board games. Refreshments will be provided and no advance sign up is required.

Join museum educator and author Didi McKay on an adventure to a  new continent each week. Learn about animal habitats and the value 

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5, join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.

First Mondays of the Month, January - April from 5 - 6 p.m.

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.