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Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Green Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living
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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.

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 and Take

Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills.

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

Adult Writers Club

Monday, August 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join the North Port Adult Writers Club! The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions and participate in writing prompts.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups
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Join the North Port Adult Writers Club! The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions and participate in writing prompts.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

Monday, August 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for Adult Coloring Group the first and third Monday of every month! All materials provided.

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Join us for Adult Coloring Group the first and third Monday of every month! All materials provided.

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, August 4, 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.

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.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Knit and Crocheting Group

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families

Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet. 

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
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Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet. 

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

UF/IFAS Wild Sarasota: FL Scrub-Jay

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Green Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Join us for a discussion of one of our most unique and intersting bird species. Found only in Florida, the Florida Scrub-Jay is a threatened species that inhabits imperiled habitat and has developed unique adaptations.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living, Lifelong Learning
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Join us for a discussion of one of our most unique and intersting bird species. Found only in Florida, the Florida Scrub-Jay is a threatened species that inhabits imperiled habitat and has developed unique adaptations.

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tech Navigator

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction
:

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Discussion

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

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

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Green Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living
:

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.

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

Life After Downton Abbey

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Movies
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Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.

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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sparkle and Create: Self-Led Jewelry Making

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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Unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces using a variety of materials and techniques.

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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, August 11, 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.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Technology Instruction, Virtual
:

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.

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Music in the Libraries
Registration Required
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Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.

This event is in the "Adults" group

FOL meeting

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

FOL monthly meetings.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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FOL monthly meetings.

This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Knit and Crocheting Group

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families

Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet. 

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
:

Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet. 

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

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

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.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living
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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Socrates Cafe: Open Topic Discussions

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tech Navigator

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Instruction
:

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

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

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Green Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Green Living
:

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.

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

Pop Stop Wellen Park Night Market

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market!  The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Outreach
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Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market!  The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park. 

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Book Club

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Book Discussions, Clubs, Lifelong Learning
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Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, Special Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, Special Events
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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.

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

Death Cafe

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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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.