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.
SHINE counselors provide free, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.
Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For Medicare appointments call the Elder Help Line at 1-866-413-5337 to request a referral to a SHINE Medicare Counselor.
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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
Forty Carrots: Partners In Play®
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The name is shared by a national civic-education program, briefing book and television series administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association.
Fun to Be Fit Kids
Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together.
Join us on the 4th Monday of the month. We supply the coloring pages and pencils.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. By appointment only. You must schedule your appointment in person at Elsie Quirk Library's front desk.
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
Forty Carrots: Partners In Play®
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.
VPL patrons playing chess and teaching the game to others
Asolo Repertory Theatre Players present Radium Girls
The Asolo Repertory Theatre Players present Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women, this year's One Book One Community choice by author Kate Moore.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns.
After School Excitement
Come create, play, or just relax at the library after school. Our Teen Room is open from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Teen Room
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.
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.
LEGOs at the Library
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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.
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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Relax and visit with therapy dogs and their owners. Learn about man's best friend and their work in our world today. |
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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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.
Do you want to share your anime/manga obsession with other Otaku? Come to the club! We will enjoy talking about Japanese culture, eating Japanese snacks, and of course, watching anime!
Open Lab in the Creation Station
Self-guided time in the Creation Station. use our Adobe/ Mac software, sewing machines, craft supplies and more for your own personal projects.
Chess Club
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.
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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Join us for our teen movie: "Aladdin" 5 - 7 p.m.
Snacks will be provided.
Popcorn Book Club Movie: Horton Hears a Who
Watch your book club book come to life on the big screen!
This month we are celebrating Dr. Suess’ Birthday by reading Horton Hears a Who and then watching the movie adaptation at the end of the month!
Come and watch a feature-length movie on our big screen. Contact the library for movie titles.
English for Spanish Speakers - Gratis Clase de Ingles para Hispanohablantes
This class is for Spanish speakers, who want to improve their English skills in speaking, and understanding English, with emphasis on correct pronunciation. Students must be able to speak some basic English.