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Adult Coloring

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Get into the adult coloring craze! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library.

All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required.

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
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Get into the adult coloring craze! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library.

All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required.

AARP Tax Help

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Tax Help
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Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Meditating on a Mountain at Sunrise

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

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, Healthy Living
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Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

health - salad

Food Smarts for Adults

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Healthy Living
Registration Required
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Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem

Time Sifters Lecture Series: Mithras Sanctuary in Ostia

Wednesday, April 15, 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: "Mithras Sanctuary in Ostia" presented by Dr. Fredjerick Pirone. 

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: "Mithras Sanctuary in Ostia" presented by Dr. Fredjerick Pirone. 

Tablet and Laptop

Tech Navigator

Thursday, April 16, 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
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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.

Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets

All Day
North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
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

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: 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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
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A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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

VITA Tax Assistance

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Tax Assistance with VITA Volunteers.

To schedule an appointment please visit www.UWSvita.org or call 1-833-897-8482 beginning Friday, January 16, 2026. 

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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Meeting Room II
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Tax Help
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Tax Assistance with VITA Volunteers.

To schedule an appointment please visit www.UWSvita.org or call 1-833-897-8482 beginning Friday, January 16, 2026. 

Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop

Saturday, April 18, 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.

Origami Fish

Beginner Origami

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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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.

watercolor techniques

RMLD Super - Easy Watercolor Techniques

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:30pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
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

This fun and engaging art activity will show the various techniques for watercolor painting. Techniques such as Wax Resist, Wet-on-wet, Salt, Alcohol, and more will be demonstrated and practiced.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osprey Library
Room: Classroom A/B
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: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
Registration Required
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This fun and engaging art activity will show the various techniques for watercolor painting. Techniques such as Wax Resist, Wet-on-wet, Salt, Alcohol, and more will be demonstrated and practiced.

Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets

All Day
North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
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

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: 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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
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A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Jazz Jam SRQ Logo

Jazz Jam SRQ

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Music in the Libraries, Performances
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Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

Disclaimer(s)

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

piano and sheet music

Spring Classical Concert: Lyric Fantasy

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Ilana Zaks, violin - "LYRIC FANTASY" – Acclaimed violinist Ilana Zaks presents a concert where opera meets virtuosity with Fantasy pieces on music from Carmen, La Traviata, Porgy and Bess, West Side Story, and more.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries
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Ilana Zaks, violin - "LYRIC FANTASY" – Acclaimed violinist Ilana Zaks presents a concert where opera meets virtuosity with Fantasy pieces on music from Carmen, La Traviata, Porgy and Bess, West Side Story, and more.

Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets

All Day
North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
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

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: 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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
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A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sewing

Open Sewing Lab

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Jazz Masters Series: Michael Ross & Band Present the music of Charles Mingus

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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, Families, All Ages

Charles Mingus was a pioneering bassist, composer, and bandleader known for his fiery spirit and boundary-pushing works. His music blends hard-swinging jazz, gospel roots, blues, avant-garde experimentation, and deep emotional power.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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, Music in the Libraries, Performances
Registration Required
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Charles Mingus was a pioneering bassist, composer, and bandleader known for his fiery spirit and boundary-pushing works. His music blends hard-swinging jazz, gospel roots, blues, avant-garde experimentation, and deep emotional power.

Remake learning Chef Warren draft

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition, Cultural Life, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families, All Ages
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Cooking & Nutrition, Cultural Life, Remake Learning Days

Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets

All Day
North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
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

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: 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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
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A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Drop-In Jewelry Making for Adults

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Get your bling on! 

 Looking to try a new craft/art form? Join us for our monthly Creation Station drop-in DIY jewelry making sessions!

 

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
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Get your bling on! 

 Looking to try a new craft/art form? Join us for our monthly Creation Station drop-in DIY jewelry making sessions!

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

native plants

RMLD Earth Day Celebration- Pollinator Friendly Native Plants

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Classroom A/B at Osprey Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Healthy 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), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Happy Earth Day!

Library Branch: Osprey Library
Room: Classroom A/B
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), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Green Living, Healthy Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Happy Earth Day!

In-Person Writer's Circle

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

The in-person Betty J. Johnson Library writing group is for anyone seeking dedicated time to work on new or continuing writing projects.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
:

The in-person Betty J. Johnson Library writing group is for anyone seeking dedicated time to work on new or continuing writing projects.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Remake Learning: Ghostly Secrets

All Day
North Port Library
Program Type:
Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
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

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: 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: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Technology Instruction
:

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. To free the ghost—and yourself—you must solve a series of clues hidden around the library.

Participants will receive a prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tablet and Laptop

Tech Navigator

Thursday, April 23, 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
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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.