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. 3D Sea Glass Art Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, *Green Living*, One Book Sarasota Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Details: 🌊✨ Join us to transform ordinary sea glass into stunning 3D art with sea glass and canvases. All supplies provided, just bring your imagination! Whether you're an art enthusiast or... Registration Closed Required 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. Mar 4 2025 Tue 3D Sea Glass Art 3:00pm - 4:30pm Conference Room Registration Closed Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, *Green Living*, One Book Sarasota Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: 🌊✨ Join us to transform ordinary sea glass into stunning 3D art with sea glass and canvases. All supplies provided, just bring your imagination!
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. This event is in the "Families" group. North Port Library Chess Club Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: Clubs, *Cultural Life*, Games, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Details: Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your... 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. This event is in the "Families" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue North Port Library Chess Club 5:00pm - 7:00pm Veranda Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Clubs, *Cultural Life*, Games, *Lifelong Learning* Details: Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own. 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. French Conversation Group Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A at Gulf Gate Library Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Adults, Seniors 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 group, which ... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed French Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults, Seniors 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Knit and Crocheting Group Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm Conference Room at Fruitville Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Adults Details: 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 lear... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am - 12:00pm Conference Room Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, *Lifelong Learning* Details: 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 "Adults" group. The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series. Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library Program Type: *Cultural Life*, Lectures, *Lifelong Learning*, Music in the Libraries Age Group: Adults Details: The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series. 10:30am - 11:30am Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: *Cultural Life*, Lectures, *Lifelong Learning*, Music in the Libraries Required Seats Remaining: 149 Details: The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:Please register for each event separately AND each name attending. (Duplicate registrations are deleted.)
This event is in the "Adults" group. Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions Wednesday, March 5, 2025 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions 10:30am - 12:00pm Conference Room 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. 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. Genealogy Assistance Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Genealogy, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Adults Details: Assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Genealogy Assistance 11:00am - 1:00pm Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy, *Lifelong Learning* Details: Assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions
This event is in the "Youth" 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 "Seniors" group. Underwater Relaxation Craft Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, One Book Sarasota Age Group: Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for a soothing and creative afternoon at the library! This unique event combines relaxing aquarium visuals with fun arts and crafts. While you enjoy coloring, immerse yours... This event is in the "Youth" 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 "Seniors" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Underwater Relaxation Craft 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room II Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Youth, Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, One Book Sarasota Details: Join us for a soothing and creative afternoon at the library! This unique event combines relaxing aquarium visuals with fun arts and crafts. While you enjoy coloring, immerse yourself in the peaceful sights of various marine life.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Fall Prevention 102 Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Healthy Living*, Lectures, Special Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join us for "Fall Prevention 102," a dynamic and informative workshop designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to reduce the risk of falls. Falls are a common c... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Fall Prevention 102 2:00pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room Registration Open Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Healthy Living*, Lectures, Special Events Required Seats Remaining: 32 Details: Join us for "Fall Prevention 102," a dynamic and informative workshop designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to reduce the risk of falls.
This event is in the "Adults" group. One Book One Community - Watercolor with Lori George Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Fruitville Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, *Lifelong Learning*, One Book Sarasota Age Group: Adults Details: Join artist Lori Loveberry George as you takes you on a fun painting exploration of underwater ocean life focusing on the shapes and colors of the octopus and its habitat. Learn fu... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed One Book One Community - Watercolor with Lori George 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, *Lifelong Learning*, One Book Sarasota Required Seats Remaining: 4 Details: Join artist Lori Loveberry George as you takes you on a fun painting exploration of underwater ocean life focusing on the shapes and colors of the octopus and its habitat.
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. Quit Smoking Now Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station at North Port Library Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, Discussion Groups, *Healthy Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Details: The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco. These include preparing to quit tobacco with a qu... 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. Mar 5 2025 Wed Quit Smoking Now 3:00pm - 4:00pm Creation Station Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, Discussion Groups, *Healthy Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Details: The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Late-Deafened Support Group Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Discussion Groups, *Healthy Living* Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Have you experienced hearing loss? Is it affecting how you communicate with friends and loved ones? Do you find it harder to ask questions or respond to questions at a store or a p... Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Cancelled Late-Deafened Support Group 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Activity Room Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, *Healthy Living* Details: Have you experienced hearing loss? Is it affecting how you communicate with friends and loved ones? Do you find it harder to ask questions or respond to questions at a store or a place of business?
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. UF/IFAS: Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Foodscaping for the Suncoast Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Many people want to grow more of their own food, but do not consider our unique climate when starting a garden. While we may be unable to grow apples, cherries, and pears, we ... 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. Mar 5 2025 Wed UF/IFAS: Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Foodscaping for the Suncoast 4:00pm - 5:00pm Veranda Room Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Details: Many people want to grow more of their own food, but do not consider our unique climate when starting a garden. While we may be unable to grow apples, cherries, and pears, we can grow tropical edibles 48 other states cannot.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Yak and Yarn Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Yak and Yarn 10:00am - 11:30am Conference Room Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups Details: Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Genealogy Assistance Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Genealogy Age Group: Adults Details: Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions! This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Genealogy Assistance 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Details: Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions!
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Tech Navigator Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Port Library Program Type: Technology Instruction Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: 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 t... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Tech Navigator 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction Details: 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. Great Books Discussion Group Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: The Great Books Discussion Group moderated by Ellen Bilangi, meets the 1st Thursday of each month, December through April. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundatio... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Great Books Discussion Group 10:15am - 12:00pm Meeting Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups Details: The Great Books Discussion Group moderated by Ellen Bilangi, meets the 1st Thursday of each month, December through April. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Adult Reading with the Dogs Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Program Type: Special Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them! These gentle furry friends are c... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Adult Reading with the Dogs 10:30am - 12:00pm Youth Activity Room Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Special Events Details: Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!
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 "Seniors" group. Brain Health 101 Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Veranda Room at North Port Library Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Career Journeys*, *Healthy Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Details: Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based workshop to learn how to fuel and activate your brain for optimal performance. In t... Registration Open Required 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 "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Brain Health 101 10:30am - 12:00pm Veranda Room Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, *Career Journeys*, *Healthy Living*, *Lifelong Learning* Required Seats Remaining: 26 Details: Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based work
This event is in the "Adults" group. Great Decisions Group Discussion Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults Details: Future of NATO and European Security.The Great Decisions Group discusses timely international topics during eight Thursday morning meetings from February 6 thro... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Great Decisions Group Discussion 10:30am - 12:30pm Community Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups Details:
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mah Jongg for Experienced Players Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm Selby Library Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, Games, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Play Mah Jongg in the rotunda with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. You must be experienced enou... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Mah Jongg for Experienced Players 12:30pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: *Active Older Adult Living*, Games, *Lifelong Learning* Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Play Mah Jongg in the rotunda with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it. You must be experienced enough to complete four games per hour to participate.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Creation Station Adult Lab: Felted Sea Animals with Kat Sjogren Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Creation Station at Selby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, One Book Sarasota Age Group: Adults, Seniors Details: Join professional artist, Kat Sjogren, and explore the art of needle felting. You will have the option to make a 2D seascape or a 3D sea animal inspired by the One Book, "Remarkabl... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Creation Station Adult Lab: Felted Sea Animals with Kat Sjogren 1:00pm - 2:30pm Creation Station Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, One Book Sarasota Required Seats Remaining: 12 Details: Join professional artist, Kat Sjogren, and explore the art of needle felting. You will have the option to make a 2D seascape or a 3D sea animal inspired by the One Book, "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt. 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 "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. Beginners Day with Quirky Knitters Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Details: 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. Reg... 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. Mar 6 2025 Thu Beginners Day with Quirky Knitters 1:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, *Lifelong Learning* Details: 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Genealogy Assistance Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Program Type: Genealogy, *Lifelong Learning* Age Group: Adults Details: Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy, *Lifelong Learning* Details: Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers Bring your questions
