Creativebug: Crafting at Home with Paper Mache Wands (On Demand)

All Day
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
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Enjoy classes in Creativebug!

Cyber-Seniors: Watching Movies and TV Shows Online (On Demand)

All Day
Adults, Seniors
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Technology Instruction, Virtual
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This Cyber-Seniors session will guide you through many options for watching TV shows and Movies online.

Cyber-Seniors is committed to keeping senior citizens socially connected while remaining safe in their homes.

FORTY CARROTS: CARROT TALK (LIVE)

9:30am–10:30am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual
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(Babies-5 years old) Welcome to Carrot Talk, a virtual group to connect, inspire, and support parents as they navigate the world of raising children.

Too Cool Tuesdays: Fun to Be Fit Kids with Adrianne Pezzella (Live)

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Virtual
Registration Required
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Fun rhymes, dancing and music with Ms. Adrianne!

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Creation Station
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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
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Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

Baby Rhyme & Sign Time

10:15am–11:00am
Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Program Type: Storytimes
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Sign Language program for children 0 - 2 1/2 years old. Learn with Beebo the Signing Bear using songs, books, and toys. Older siblings welcome.

Too Cool Tuesdays: Puppet Playhouse

10:30am–11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families
Program Type: , Performances, Storytimes
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Enjoy a puppet show medley featuring picture book favorites. Dance and stretch with puppets and music between each 2-5 minute show.

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.

FORTY CARROTS: BABY YOGA (LIVE)

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Virtual Event
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Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year)
Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual
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(0-14 Months) Let’s breath, stretch, relax and bond with our little ones in this new virtual group.  Each group offers a simple way to connect both emotionally and physically with your baby while connecting with others in your community.

Tween Summer Gaming

11:00am–1:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Teen Zone
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Games
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Join other tweens this summer for Tween Summer Gaming Days. Both digital and physical games will be available. No advanced sign up is required. This program is available for tweens 10 - 13 years old.

Tech Help via Zoom (Live)

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction, Virtual
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Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through a live, virtual appointment. 

Socrates Café

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic method: we learn more when we respectfully listen to and debate ideas wit

Teen Writers Circle

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Conference Room
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups
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This group is great for teens who love creative writing. Some things that our meetings will cover include: designing characters, writing short stories (or even long ones!), poetry, plotlines, group projects, story prompts, games, and more!

LEGO Tournament

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Meeting Room
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Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Special Events
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Build your greatest creation for a chance to win a prize!

Builders will be grouped by age range and final creations will be judged by library staff. All are invited to simply enjoy the thrill of the build in an encouraging atmosphere.

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Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.