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.
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.
Story Time
Join us for stories,songs,rhymes,crafts and other fun activities for the whole family!
Please join us on the 2nd Monday of the month for adult coloring. We supply the coloring pages and pencils.
Librarian Charlotte Thompson leads a monthly book discussion group.
In this lecture, we examine the changing portrayal of the woman in art from the glorified personification of beauty to the perceived arch-enemy of man, temptress, sorceress and femme fatale that leads man to perdition.
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.
Interested in genealogy or building your family tree? Let us help! Visit our genealogy volunteer for one-on-one assistance. See the Reference Desk for more information.
VPL patrons playing chess and teaching the game to others
Learn the basics of using your iPad and iPhone. Class will cover the buttons, navigating and understanding the settings menus/options, connecting to the internet, navigating internet menus (Safari), and basic sharing features.
Facebook Live Storytime
Read, learn, and grow with us! Join us online for a Facebook Live Virtual Storytime. Come and join your favorite librarian from one of our 10 branches!
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.
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.
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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.
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from Suncoast Humane Society. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
Teen Arts and Crafts: Choose Your Own Adventure
Join us for a monthly arts and crafts project! Follow along with our guided activity or use our supplies to work on your own independent project.
Teen programs are recommended for ages 11 - 18.
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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.
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.
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.