Name: Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair
Start: 2024-12-13T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-13T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay! From the instructor: "As a yoga instructor and mindfulness coach, I integrate balance, strengthening, lengthening/stretch, and breathwork/pranayama i...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meeting Room at Fruitville Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Details:

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 yo...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Program Type: Storytimes

Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Fun To Be Fit: BIGS

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living

Age Group:

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)

Details:

Join Ms. Adrianne and her Fun To Be Fit Bigs Class for ages 6 - 12. Join us for a class full of dancing, fitness games and a whole lot of fun!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)

Program Type: Healthy Living

Details:

Join Ms. Adrianne and her Fun To Be Fit Bigs Class for ages 6 - 12.

Join us for a class full of dancing, fitness games and a whole lot of fun!

Brain Health 101

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Conference Room at Selby Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

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 t...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Required

Seats Remaining: 21

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

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

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination. In this drop-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

Book Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Juliano Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month. The December book is Officer Clemmons by Dr. Francois Clemmons. Newcomers a...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Juliano Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Book Discussions

Details:

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

The December book is Officer Clemmons by Dr. Francois Clemmons.

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Details:

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games

Details:

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.

Holiday Mini Golf

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Games, Healthy Living, Special Events

Age Group:

Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one! Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event and play a round of mini golf inside the library on three courses based on classic holiday books! Yule b...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Games, Healthy Living, Special Events

Details:

Ho-Ho-Hole in one! Bring the whole family to this special after-hours event and play a round of mini golf inside the library on three courses based on classic holiday books! Yule be glad you did!

Elsie Quirk Library Reading Garden pathway with lined with green plants and trees.

Story Trails in the Reading Garden

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Reading Garden at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Green Living, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

Age Group:

Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years)

Details:

Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book each visit. *Weather permitting

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Reading Garden

Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years)

Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

Details:

Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book each visit.

*Weather permitting

Creation Station: Winter Craft Party

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 12:00pm

Creation Station at Selby Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

Age Group:

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Details:

Explore the Creation Station and make gifts using the Glowforge, Sewing Machines, and more! A variety of activities will be provided for various age levels.

Required

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

Required

Seats Remaining: 16

Details:

Explore the Creation Station and make gifts using the Glowforge, Sewing Machines, and more! A variety of activities will be provided for various age levels.

Songs for the Holidays

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Special Events

Age Group:

Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Details:

The Holidays. That special time of year when we gather together with family and friends to celebrate life and give thanks. Karlus Trapp the troubadour that entertained and educated...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances, Special Events

Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Details:

The Holidays. That special time of year when we gather together with family and friends to celebrate life and give thanks.

Music Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Selby Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

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 like mus...

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 like music as well.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sparkle and Create: Drop-In Jewelry Making

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Details:

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned jewelry ...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), 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.

Coding Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Selby Library

Program Type:

Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction

Age Group:

Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

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.

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Clubs, 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.

The Book Dragons

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Details:

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. This is a space for teens to s...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Book Discussions, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Details:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Advisory Board

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Details:

Want to get more involved with the library? The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at our library is a dynamic program that empowers teens to shape and enhance their library experience. ...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Clubs, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Details:

Want to get more involved with the library?

Disclaimer(s)

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

Last Minute Gift Wrap Station

All Day 12/16 - 12/20

Shannon Staub Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, Families

Details:

Stop by between December 16-20 with any gifts that need wrapping. We’ll have a gift wrapping station in Study Room #141 stocked with paper, ribbons, and more, and you are welcome t...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Details:

Stop by between December 16-20 with any gifts that need wrapping.

Creative Writers Circle

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Juliano Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month. The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Juliano Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups

Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:30pm

Group Study Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. Appointments are preferred but not required. To make an...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Group Study Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Healthy Living

Details:

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application.

Appointments are preferred but not required.

Storytime

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Details:

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Program Type: Storytimes

Details:

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.

Fun to be Fit Kids

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living, Special Events

Age Group:

Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Fun To Be Fit Kids:

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Classes are designed for children and their caregiver(s) to send quality ti...

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: Healthy Living, Special Events

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Classes are designed for children and their caregiver(s) to send quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise and having fun!

Adult Coloring Group

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Learning Lab at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see...

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Learning Lab

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Details:

Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.

Socrates Cafe

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Conference Room at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Discussion Groups

Age Group:

Adults

Details:

Socrates Cafe is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic method...

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Discussion Groups

Details:

Socrates Cafe 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

Photo of Mark Trichka holding an acoustic guitar and Lisa Brande holding a violin.

Swingin' Holiday Tunes with Vermont's Easy Street

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Music in the Libraries

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

This musical duo will perform the sweetest of your favorite holiday tunes. Everyone will enjoy classic popular songs from Bing to Burl; beautiful carols; and instrumental rendition...

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Music in the Libraries

Details:

This musical duo will perform the sweetest of your favorite holiday tunes. Everyone will enjoy classic popular songs from Bing to Burl; beautiful carols; and instrumental renditions of seasonal music on the fiddle, guitar, and mandolin.

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