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The Genealogical Society of Sarasota Monthly Meeting

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Please join us for the monthly meeting of The Genealogical Society of Sarasota.  A different guest speaker is featured each month.   MEDICAL CARE and CHILD BIRTH in

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Details:
Please join us for the monthly meeting of The Genealogical Society of Sarasota.  A different guest speaker is featured each month.   MEDICAL CARE and CHILD BIRTH in a SEGREGATED SOUTH (Moments from Rural Families) ©2022 Dara Tol...
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Superstar Snakes!

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Classroom A at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Green Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Youth, 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

  Join a UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County educator for some family-friendly fun to learn all about Florida's fascinating serpent species! Through a brief, interactive p

Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A
Age Group: Youth, 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Green Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Details:
  Join a UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County educator for some family-friendly fun to learn all about Florida's fascinating serpent species! Through a brief, interactive presentation and fun, engaging activities and art projects, families wi...

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

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art Space Springtime: May

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:15am - 1:00pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Details:

Embellish a paper clay bowl with gold, silver or bronze leaf, paint, jewels, fabric, etc., and give it some legs if you wish. Register on this website for other dates in this se

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Embellish a paper clay bowl with gold, silver or bronze leaf, paint, jewels, fabric, etc., and give it some legs if you wish. Register on this website for other dates in this series  (February 10 - fabric applique/collage, April 13 - paper fl...

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

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 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.    To make an appointment please contact:  Cassandra Sanchez: csanchez@allf...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crocheting Group

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:
Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed. Needles are supplied and remain with the instruct...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cheryl Coleman Author Talk: "Before the Land Run"

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Book Sales, History & Culture, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us as Cheryl Colman author of "Before the Land Run: The historic all Black towns of Oklahoma", shares the rich and important history that many history books have left out.&nbs

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Book Sales, History & Culture, Lectures
Details:
Join us as Cheryl Colman author of "Before the Land Run: The historic all Black towns of Oklahoma", shares the rich and important history that many history books have left out.  The Historic All-Black Towns of Oklahoma are a part of U.S. hist...

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

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn To Sew A Microwavable Potato Bag

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Details:

Join us to sew a Microwavable Potato Bag. Ages 13 and Up welcome. Must Know How to Sew. Registration is required.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:
Join us to sew a Microwavable Potato Bag. Ages 13 and Up welcome. Must Know How to Sew. Registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Quirky Readers Book Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club!  Today we'll discuss the book: "Black Buck" by Mateo Askaripour Askaripour

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Details:
Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club!  Today we'll discuss the book: "Black Buck" by Mateo Askaripour Askaripour has created a skillfully written, biting, witty, and absurdist novel ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Bicycle Maintenance 101

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Do you ride a bicycle? Are you curious about how to keep your bicycle in good working condition? Join our special guest from the Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club to learn about bicycl

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Details:
Do you ride a bicycle? Are you curious about how to keep your bicycle in good working condition? Join our special guest from the Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club to learn about bicycle maintenance!  Attendees will receive a free bike headlight a...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Assistance

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Assistance with genealogy questions from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Details:
Assistance with genealogy questions from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ancient Animal Qigong

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Clear your mind, find your inner peace and strengthen your body with Certified instructor Gail Petitt as she guides attendees in an ancient mind and body practice that integrates s

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Clear your mind, find your inner peace and strengthen your body with Certified instructor Gail Petitt as she guides attendees in an ancient mind and body practice that integrates slow gentile movements and breath and a relaxed state of mind.  ...
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Health in Motion Bus

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Details:

The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. Nurs

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. Nursing staff will help individuals who lack medical insurance find a medi...
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Creation Station: Open Lab

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Get ready to create: you bring the idea, we bring the tools!  Come to Open Lab in the Creation Station to bring your design to life. Equipment includes Cricut, sewing machi

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:
Get ready to create: you bring the idea, we bring the tools!  Come to Open Lab in the Creation Station to bring your design to life. Equipment includes Cricut, sewing machines, button makers, 3D printers, and more. Supplies and machines ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Pine Needle Basket Weaving Part 1

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for a two-part class to learn how to make your very own pine needle basket! All materials are provided and the natural materials used are rescued from Hurricane Ian debris.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us for a two-part class to learn how to make your very own pine needle basket! All materials are provided and the natural materials used are rescued from Hurricane Ian debris. ...
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects. Homeowners can receive research-based

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:
Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects. Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Flori...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult Crafternoon: Beginner Knitting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but had no one to show you or help you get started? In this month's Adult Crafternoon, students will learn the very basics of knittin

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but had no one to show you or help you get started? In this month's Adult Crafternoon, students will learn the very basics of knitting - how to cast on, knit and purl. A voluntary follow-up session will ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult Craft: Soapmaking Encore

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

We had so much fun making soap in November that we're doing it again! We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with fun summery scents. All supplies provided, an

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:
We had so much fun making soap in November that we're doing it again! We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with fun summery scents. All supplies provided, and space is limited. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Group Study Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Details:

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 mem

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction, Virtual
Details:
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. Tech Navigator ser...
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Creation Station Wood Craft Workshop

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for the Monthly Creation Station Wood Craft. Each month, attendees will assemble and paint an item themed for the month. Advance registration is required due to limited sea

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us for the Monthly Creation Station Wood Craft. Each month, attendees will assemble and paint an item themed for the month. Advance registration is required due to limited seats. This is a Friends of the Gulf Gate Library sponsored event. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

French Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

  For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them.  Everyone is welcome to participate in th

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Details:
  For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them.  Everyone is welcome to participate in this bi-weekly group to practice French pronunciation and oral understan...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crocheting Group

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:
Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed. Needles are supplied and remain with the instruct...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Selby Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe. At each meeting participants may suggest topics, and we vote to choose the topic.  Then we have a moder

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Details:
Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe. At each meeting participants may suggest topics, and we vote to choose the topic.  Then we have a moderated discussion, in which everyone may address the topic and the issue...

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Mah Jongg for Experienced Players

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. A few cards will be provided for those who

Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:
Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. A few cards will be provided for those who may have forgotten or are still waiting on their new card to arrive in...
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Make a Fairy House Planter

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reading Garden at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Green Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us in the Reading Garden* to make a Fairy House Planter using terracotta pots, pebbles, moss and paint. We'll also provide some soil and either herb or wildflower seeds for yo

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Reading Garden
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Details:
Join us in the Reading Garden* to make a Fairy House Planter using terracotta pots, pebbles, moss and paint. We'll also provide some soil and either herb or wildflower seeds for you to plant at home in your Fairy House Planter. Registration is req...