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

The Genealogical Society of Sarasota Monthly Meeting

10:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room AB
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy
Details:

Please join us for the monthly meeting of The Genealogical Society of Sarasota.  A different guest speaker is featured each month.

Reservation

VITA Tax Assistance

10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room II
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Purpose of Room Use

Tax Assistance with VITA Volunteers.

To schedule an appointment please visit www.UWSvita.org or call 1-833-897-8482 beginning Thursday, January 16, 2025. 

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

Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 1

10:15am - 11:15am
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

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

DIY Beaded Bracelets

10:30am - 12:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Come join us tweens and teens in making beaded bracelets! Whether it is inspired by the spring season, friendship, or something personal, bring your creative vision and we will help you bring it to life.

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

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 1

11:30am - 12:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Details:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

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

Music Club

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Details:

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who enjoy music. 

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.

Sparkle and Create: Self-Led Jewelry Making

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Details:

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

AARP Income Tax Assistance

1:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Meeting Room A
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Tax Help
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Coding Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Clubs, Color Our World (Summer 2025), Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Details:

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.

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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.

Let's Go Outside: Outdoor STEM

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Events, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Get some fresh air and enjoy a fun outdoor STEAM activity in our garden space each month. Best for ages 5 – 12.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

No Rules Art Journaling

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Veranda Room
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Details:

Reflect and engage as you explore multi-media art. This art-form is accessible to everyone, and encourages creative expression and conversations.

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

Computer Typing 101

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Details:

This class will go over the basics of computer typing using the online platform typingclub.com. Learn how to type using both hands, increase your typing speed, and brush up on some typing short cuts.