University of Florida/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Plant Clinic

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Age Group: Adults
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The Plant Clinic meets in the library lobby.

Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 3

10:15am–11:15am
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
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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,
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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. 

Intermediate Origami

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Creation Station
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
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Join Teresa as she teaches even more difficult origami than she does in her beginner class.

She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.

STEAM workshop: Paper Electronics

11:00am–12:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Remake Learning Days, ,
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of paper circuits? Join our 1-hour workshop to discover the magic of creating circuits using simple materials like copper tape, LEDS, and paper.

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

Folk Tales and Fables, Interactive Storytelling

11:00am–12:30pm
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), 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
Classroom A/B (Staff only))
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Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A/B (Staff only))
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), 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: Music in the Libraries, Performances, Remake Learning Days, Storytimes, , ,
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Join storyteller Debra Weller on a fun and Interactive storytelling presentation with guitar accompaniment. Debra brings fables and folktales to life in an engaging way and will put a smile on your face.

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 3

11:30am–12:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Room
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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,
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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.

Music Club

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

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

Teen Craft Zone: Blackout Poetry

12:00pm–1:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts,
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“Blackout Poetry” is a writing technique where you take a pre-existing text and cover certain words to reveal a new poem or message with the remaining text.

Creating Allies for Autism Awareness

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Special Events, ,
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Hear from multiple speakers from Behavioral Teaching Solutions (BTS) and their collaborators promoting the Spectrum Speaks Florida Initiative and learn about empowering neurodivergent individuals, fostering inclusive opportunities, and streng

Coding Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
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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, , Technology Instruction
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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.

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

The Book Dragons

2:15pm–3:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Book Discussions, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
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Calling all young book lovers! Come join the book dragons, where we dive into the latest and greatest YA novels, classics, and everything in between.

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

Kid's Origami Workshop

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Color Our World (Summer 2025), Creation Station
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Join Melina and learn how to make your own paper creation! Instructions and supplies provided, just bring your imagination!

Music | A Musician's Life

3:00pm–4:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Music in the Libraries, ,
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Glenn Allen has been a prominent figure in the Florida music scene ever since his days studying music at the University of Miami. He has since performed all over the state, captivating audiences of all ages.

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
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Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs
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Want to get more involved with the library?

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

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Center
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Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: , Discussion Groups, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
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Claim volunteer spots for summer programs including SRQCon. Take advantage of this leadership opportunity and make an impact!

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