Event List

AARP Income Tax Aide | Appointment Scheduling

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Tax Help

Age Group:

All Ages

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

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Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Group Study Room at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Technology Instruction, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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.

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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.

Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Port Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living

Age Group:

Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Healthy Living

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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.

AARP Income Tax Aide | Appointment Scheduling

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Tax Help

Age Group:

All Ages

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

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Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

:

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

Theatre of the Mind Presents "Lovers and Other Strangers"

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Cultural Life, History & Culture, Performances

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Join us for a fast-paced and fun dramatic reading of Lovers and Other Strangers with Theatre of the Mind.

Seating is first-come first-served.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Performances

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Join us for a fast-paced and fun dramatic reading of Lovers and Other Strangers with Theatre of the Mind.

Seating is first-come first-served.

Time Sifters Lecture Series: Year in Review - What's been discovered & What's being talked about

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Archaeology, History & Culture, Lectures

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "Year in Review: What's been discovered & What's been talked about", prese

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Archaeology, History & Culture, Lectures

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Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "Year in Review: What's been discovered & What's been talked about", prese

Morning Brew Coffee Club + Book Swap

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Discussion Groups, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, All Ages

Join us for a monthly cozy catch-up on the third Thursday of every month!

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Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Youth Activity Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, All Ages

Program Type: Discussion Groups, Volunteer Orientations & Programs

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Join us for a monthly cozy catch-up on the third Thursday of every month!

AARP Income Tax Aide | Appointment Scheduling

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Tax Help

Age Group:

All Ages

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

View Details

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

:

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

Fountain pen lays on top a cursive journal entry.

Curious about Cursive

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Creation Station at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

All Ages

Ever wanted to learn how to write in cursive? Ever wanted to improve your cursive handwriting? This is a ten week course to learn and or practice the art of cursive handwriting.

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

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Ever wanted to learn how to write in cursive? Ever wanted to improve your cursive handwriting? This is a ten week course to learn and or practice the art of cursive handwriting.

AARP Income Tax Aide | Appointment Scheduling

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Tax Help

Age Group:

All Ages

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

View Details

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

:

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

Exploring Jazz: A Family Friendly Concert

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries

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

Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of jazz with Dr.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

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: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries

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Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of jazz with Dr.

AARP Income Tax Aide | Appointment Scheduling

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library

Program Type:

Tax Help

Age Group:

All Ages

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

View Details

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

:

Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment.

Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.

Road Scholar: Georgia O’Keeffe — Visions of an American Pioneer

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the iconic paintings of Georgia O'Keeffe.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

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Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the iconic paintings of Georgia O'Keeffe.

Community Health Action Team (CHAT)

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Age Group:

All Ages

Visit with representatives from CHAT today to learn about what they do and how you can help!

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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs

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Visit with representatives from CHAT today to learn about what they do and how you can help!

Jazz Jam Workshop

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances

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Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

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

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Group Study Room at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Technology Instruction, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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.

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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.

A group of individuals sitting in a circle with five dogs in the middle.

Read With The Dogs

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Rotunda at Selby Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living

Age Group:

All Ages

Read with the Dogs:

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and th...

Meet therapy dogs and their owners, and enjoy the benefits of socializing and reading.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Rotunda

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Healthy Living

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Read with the Dogs

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.

Meet therapy dogs and their owners, and enjoy the benefits of socializing and reading.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Health in Motion: Sarasota Health Department

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Rotunda at Selby Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living

Age Group:

Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

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.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Rotunda

Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living

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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.

Community Health Action Team (CHAT)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Volunteer Orientations & Programs

Age Group:

All Ages

Visit with representatives from CHAT today to learn about what they do and how you can help!

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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs

:

Visit with representatives from CHAT today to learn about what they do and how you can help!

Curious about Cursive

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Creation Station at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

All Ages

Ever wanted to learn how to write in cursive? Ever wanted to improve your cursive handwriting? This is a ten week course to learn and or practice the art of cursive handwriting.

Registration Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

:

Ever wanted to learn how to write in cursive? Ever wanted to improve your cursive handwriting? This is a ten week course to learn and or practice the art of cursive handwriting.

Let's Converse: Meet Sarasota's Superbowl Champion, Richie James!

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:30pm

Rotunda at Selby Library

Program Type:

Career Journeys, Games, Special Events

Age Group:

Children (5 to 9 years), All Ages

Drop in for a chat with Newtown Sarasota native, Richie James, and learn about his journey from Riverview High School to the NY Giants and Kansas City Chiefs, and all the way to Superbowl LVIII!

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Rotunda

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), All Ages

Program Type: Career Journeys, Games, Special Events

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Drop in for a chat with Newtown Sarasota native, Richie James, and learn about his journey from Riverview High School to the NY Giants and Kansas City Chiefs, and all the way to Superbowl LVIII!

Friends of Selby Library Silent Auction

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library

Program Type:

Book Sales, Special Events

Age Group:

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Save the date for the Friends of Selby Library Silent Auction! All proceeds go toward library programming including arts and crafts, youth storytime supplies, music performances, and more.

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Book Sales, Special Events

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Save the date for the Friends of Selby Library Silent Auction! All proceeds go toward library programming including arts and crafts, youth storytime supplies, music performances, and more.

Pop Stop Phillippi Farmhouse Market

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm

Pop-Up Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living, Outreach

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Visit the Pop Up library at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market! The Pop Up library van will be at the market on the 1st Monday* of each month from 9 am - 1pm.

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Library Branch: Pop-Up Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Healthy Living, Outreach

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Visit the Pop Up library at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market! The Pop Up library van will be at the market on the 1st Monday* of each month from 9 am - 1pm.

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Group Study Room at Elsie Quirk Library

Program Type:

Technology Instruction, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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.

View Details

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.

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