This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

10:15am - 11:15am
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda Room
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Games, Special Events

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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

10:15am - 11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room II
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Fun to be Fit Kids

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events
Details:

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

It's Library Time!

10:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Lifelong Learning
Details:

What time is it? It's library time! Join us in the youth area for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Android Phone Basics

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Program Room
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:

In this workshop, we'll help you learn the basics of using your Android Phone, including how to access the internet, download and manage apps, adjust settings, and how to ensure your safety while using a mobile device.

Reservation

AARP Tax-Aide

10:30am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Room Use

Tax help by appointment.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Words and Wiggles Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Youth Program Room
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:

A storytime for preschool aged children that is filled with opportunities to wiggle our wobbles away! Join a library staff member and fellow storytime friends for stories, rhymes, and other fun activities!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to Ancestry.com Library Edition

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Classroom A
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Genealogy, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Details:

Ancestry.com Library Edition is a genealogy resource that allows users to search historical records to learn about their family history.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Assistance

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Assistance

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Details:

Get expert and experienced genealogy research assistance.

Bring your questions

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda Room
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Games, Special Events

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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Pine Needle Basket Weaving Part 1

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Join us for this two-part class to learn the basics of pine needle basket weaving!

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Brain Health 101

2:00pm - 3:30pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Everything we do begins in the brain.  In this neuroscience research-based presentation, you will learn about the different parts of the brain, the function of each area and the type of fuel the brain needs for optimal function throughout the

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Food Smarts Banks

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Meeting Room A
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tech Navigator

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Group Study Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction, Virtual
Details:

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Room

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jazz Concert with Dr. Pete Carney

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Fruitville Library is excited to welcome Dr. Pete Carney, Director of Jazz Studies at State College of Florida for a series of lecture-concerts on four topics throughout jazz history. Join Dr.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Veranda Room
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Details:

Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Meet the Pups!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

The Meme Game

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Games
Details:

Join us for a fun-filled game night featuring the card game What Do You Meme?. Participants will engage in a light-hearted competition to create the funniest meme combinations, fostering creativity and social interaction.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Tinker Tuesday

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Families
Meeting Room II
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Details:

A different project every week!

Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Cultural Life, Discussion Groups, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Details:

Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.

Focus on Creativity: "Something Theatrical" Creative Dramatics - Class 5

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Tweens are invited to engage in theatre games and improv, exploring and expressing ideas through interactive non-competitive participation. They'll have fun learning about the actor's "instrument": voice, body, mind, and imagination.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Advisory Board April

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Special Events, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Plan and Volunteer At Library Events.

Provide Feedback on Library Services.

Earn Volunteer Hours and Resume credit

All while Meeting new Friends, Eating snacks and Playing Games!

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Quirky Crafters: Rock Photo Holders

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Join us this month as we turn ordinary rocks into extraordinary photo holders! Use paint, beads and wire to create a unique place for any photo or use it as a note holder too.  We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

AniManga Club

4:45pm - 6:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Learning Lab
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups
Details:

Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether you’ve just discovered anime or you’ve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!