Event List

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

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

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

Drop in and enjoy relaxing and festive coloring activities with calm music. No registration is needed for this program. 

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet.  All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.

Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Do you struggle to find your name in any theme park gift shop? Do you have the idea that would make a perfect gag gift, but nobody else seems to sell your sense of humor? We can help; come to the library and make your own mug!

Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies.

Join us for lively discussions at our Book Club! 

This month we will be discussing the 2026 One Book One Community selection "All the Beauty in the World" by Patrick Bringley. 

Join us to watch: “Miracle on 34th Street” (1994) PG

Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.

Make your Florida winter sparkle and join us for a beaded snowflake workshop! No experience needed. Supplies provided.

Registration required.

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

Join us to create your very own cork angel ornament—perfect for the holiday season!

Soprano Amanda Mendon and Pianist Jesse Martins Are Back!

The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.

Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. 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.

The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.

Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from our knowledgeable and  experienced volunteers.

Bring your questions!

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

Appointments are preferred but not required. 

In recent years, 52 experts in the field of Architecture including professors, critics, and other world renowned designers chose the five most important works of architecture created since 1980. They named a staggering 132 structures.

Discuss new recipes, share pictures of your own creations, and connect with fellow food (and cookbook) lovers.

December Theme: Giving Back

December Cookbook: The World Central Kitchen Cookbook

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

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

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.