Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs.

For ages 0-1.

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

 Ask Bob, our local Windows expert, any questions about your PC or Laptop.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Have experienced and trained gardeners answer your botanical questions from every first and third Thursday morning in study room C. 

Tax help. 

Please note AARP volunteers at the library begin assisting the final client of the day 30 minutes to one hour before the last time listed.

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.

This hour-long class is meant to equally balance your mind and body, while introducing or deepening knowledge of mindful meditation, breath work, and body alignment.  It is designed for any person regardless of age, body type, disability, gen

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

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month, November through April. This group will finish reading selections from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 4 and begin Great Conversations 5.

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited to 80 people. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children.

For ages 1-3.

Interact and participate with your child in a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.  For children ages 0-5. 

Do you struggle with a way to squeeze in a your daily steps? Join librarians for a walk and chat. Let’s share what we are currently reading.

The Literacy Council of Sarasota - 

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class

Registration required through The Literacy Council of Sarasota.

Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.

Learn to download library eBooks and audio books onto your device.

For the twenty minute appointment, you will need:

1. Your Sarasota County Library Card number and pin number

Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, songs, dancing, learning kindergarten readiness skills and craft activities.

For ages 3-5.

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.

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

Come build, experiment, and create with our 3D printer, laser cutter, sewing machines, and more. Bring your own projects for development, prototyping, and production, or start something new. 

Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide Program will be available for free individual tax preparation and e-filing. Any age/income level welcome. Please bring a photo ID (required), and any other documents that apply.

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources!

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

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.

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources! 

Chef Warren Caterson returns to Venice Library to reveal four entrees for a perfect Valentine's Day celebration, each prepared in less than 20 minutes, the time it takes to drive to a restaurant!

Come and join the book discussion group on the first Thursday of the month. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. This book club is sponsored by Friends of Gulf Gate Library.

For people who want to improve their Spanish speaking skills. Come practice your pronunciation and oral understanding through conversation and instruction of this romantic language. Everyone is welcome.

Use one of our 4 Brother sewing machines on your own personal projects. Must know how to sew. First come first serve.

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.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. 

Come create, play, or just relax at the library after school.  Our Teen Room is open from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

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

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence

when accessing electronic resources.

Selby's new Mah-Jongg meet-up is for players with basic to intermediate skills. 

Join us for our weekly board game night!  Choose from our collection or bring one of your own!

Children (ages 7-9) can drop in between 3:30 - 4:30 to make their very own buttons for someone special in the Storytime Room.  Perfect gift for Valentine's Day!

Bring your creativity we will provide the materials!

Tinker with tech and robotics for a free creative experience!

The first Thursday of Every Month.

Bring Your Own craft and enjoy the company of others

Come join other 11-17-year-olds for an afternoon of competitive card games and board games: Sushi Go, Coup, Dutch Blitz and Love Letter just to name a few!

How are mummies made? How are crystals formed? What secrets can be found buried in ancient sands? Discover a world of information and explore it through fun activities and demonstrations.

Join the Teen Advisory Board and make a difference at the library and in your community! We meet in the Teen Center during Board Game Time.

A club full of fun reading, writing, and gardening adventures, with nature providing prompts for our exercises.

For ages 6 and up.

Friends of the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library present

Guest Speaker Erik Denson

Diving with A Purpose

Find hidden messages in old book pages and turn them into works of art with collage, glitter and more.

Enjoy a wide range of movies from the classics to the recently released. Short intro precedes film.

Learn the fundamentals of 3D design in this interactive, conversational and fun class.