Open Sewing Lab

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults
Conference Room
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

AARP Tax-Aide

10:00am–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
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Tax help by appointment.

Forever Fit

10:15am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
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Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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: Storytimes
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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.

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

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

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.

Stories & Fun

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
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Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and fun activities. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

Tech Basics: iPhone 102

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
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Are you Team iPhone? Join us in this next‑step workshop for an easy tour of personalizing your iPhone to fit your needs.  You’ll get simple tips you can use right away! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Cancelled

Venice Centennial Lecture Series

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Community Room
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Culture, Venice Centennial
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Join the VAHS for the Venice Centennial Lecture Series, featuring engaging talks from local historians and guest experts. Each program offers a fresh look at the people, places, and stories that shaped our community.

AARP Tax-Aide

10:30am–3:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
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AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.

FOL Tours

11:00am–12:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Registration Required
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Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

Ringling on the Road

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Youth Program Room
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes
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This free story time program brought to the library by Ringling on the Road engages young readers in activities that connect art and early literacy.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Genealogy Assistance

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy
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Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

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

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

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.

Spring Forward for Ukulele

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room II
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creation Station, Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries
Registration Required
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Kick off your spring by exploring popular chord progressions, practicing fluid transitions, and experimenting with a variety of strumming techniques. For adult beginners and intermediate players.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

1:00pm–2:15pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Youth Activity Room
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lectures
Registration Required
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This program will introduce participants to the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. We will review statistics, terminology, and common characteristics of ASD, with the goal of spreading autism awareness and acceptance.

Osprey FOL meeting

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Classroom A/B
Library Branch: Osprey Library
Room: Classroom A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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FOL Meeting

AARP Income Tax Assistance

1:00pm–5:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room A
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
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--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

FOL Tours

2:00pm–3:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs
Registration Required
:

Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

Arts & Crafts: April Blooms Wreath

2:00pm–4:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Learning Lab
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
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Create this delicate spring blossom wreath for your home.  All materials provided.  No registration required.  This is a popular event.  Seats are limited.

Genealogy Assistance

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
:

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions!

REGISTER  AT THE  INFORMATION DESK

Jewelry Basics with Judy Levine (session 1)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Story Time Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
Registration Required
:

Have you ever wanted to make your own custom jewelry? Come to our workshop taught by our local Sarasota jewelry guru, Judy Levine, and learn to create your own beaded necklace!

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: Technology Instruction, Virtual
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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.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Tax Help
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Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Planting Trees for the Suncoast

3:30pm–4:30pm
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning
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Learn about Florida-friendly trees that thrive in the Suncoast region of Florida. Find out which tree is right for your location, how to plant it, and how to care for it.

Egg Carton Garden

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Youth Activity Room
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
:

Make your own cute little garden of paper flowers and butterflies inside an egg carton. 

Fun to be Fit: BIGS

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Community Room
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events
Registration Required
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Join Ms. Adrianne in her Fun To Be Fit Kids "BIGS" class. Experience an action-packed class filled with obstacle courses, fitness games, and team-building challenges designed to boost your athletic skills while having lots of fun.

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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Join us every other Tuesday to show off your LEGO building talents.  Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.

Tinker Tuesday

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

Craft Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Center
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs
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Join us in the teen center to explore your creativity! Drop in and make the most of craft and jewelry supplies.

This is recommended for tweens and teens, ages 9-18.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Family Game Night

4:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Storytime Room
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Cultural Life
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We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 3

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Room
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
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"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Advisory Board

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs
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Plan and Volunteer At Library Events.

Provide Feedback on Library Services.

Earn Volunteer Hours and resume credit.

Meting new friends, enjoy snacks, and play games!

Family Game Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
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
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: Games
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Join us for the library's Monthly Game Night! Every first Tuesday of the month from 5-7 PM, we invite you to enjoy an evening of fun, friendly competition, and socializing.

Disclaimer(s)

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