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Grab and Go Craft Kits

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
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)
Details:

Grab and go craft kits will be available in the youth department. Kits available for kids of all ages!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
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)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
Details:
Grab and go craft kits will be available in the youth department. Kits available for kids of all ages! ...
Zombie

Escape the Library - Zombies

All Day 4/20 - 5/4
North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Do you have what it takes to escape from the zombie apocalypse? Embark on an adventure where you and your eclectic group of survivalists must navigate the undead-infested halls, un

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Remake Learning Days
Details:
Do you have what it takes to escape from the zombie apocalypse? Embark on an adventure where you and your eclectic group of survivalists must navigate the undead-infested halls, uncover clues, decipher puzzles, and find the antidote to save humanity ...

The Art of Ikebana Floral Exhibition

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Gulf Gate Library
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Details:

Please join us to explore the art of Ikebana in this day-long exhibition sponsored by the Sarasota Chapter of Ikebana International. There are many schools of Ikebana, and 5 of the

Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits
Details:
Please join us to explore the art of Ikebana in this day-long exhibition sponsored by the Sarasota Chapter of Ikebana International. There are many schools of Ikebana, and 5 of the main schools are highlighted in the arrangements on display by chapte...
Music Club

Music Club

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen Center at Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well. Anni Szantosi will teach and jam with participants.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Details:
This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well. Anni Szantosi will teach and jam with participants. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Stethescope

Little Medical School Presents: Teen Medical School

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

This course is an advanced Little Doctor School for middle and high school students.  Participants will learn about the human heart, skin, blood, digestion, disease, surgery t

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Details:
This course is an advanced Little Doctor School for middle and high school students.  Participants will learn about the human heart, skin, blood, digestion, disease, surgery techniques, how to read an EKG and more.  If you have multiple ...
Coding Club

Coding Club

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Details:
Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Garbage-men Band

Garbage-men Concert

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Green Living
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Join us to enjoy music produced by local band 'The Garbage-Men'. The band encourages recycling and makes their own instruments from garbage and recycled materials. The band plays r

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Green Living
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us to enjoy music produced by local band 'The Garbage-Men'. The band encourages recycling and makes their own instruments from garbage and recycled materials. The band plays rock 'n' roll on these innovative musical instruments finding influence...
Cosplay Club

Cosplay Club

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Using thrifted and ordinary materials, make these objects for cosplay or everyday wear: hats, capes, swords, tunics, arm and leg guards, animal ears and antennae, tails and MORE! G

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Details:
Using thrifted and ordinary materials, make these objects for cosplay or everyday wear: hats, capes, swords, tunics, arm and leg guards, animal ears and antennae, tails and MORE! Get ready for SRQCon on June 8!  Construction materials (cardboard...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Origami fish in orange, red and yellow paper

Kid's Origami Workshop

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Join Melina and learn how to make your own paper creation! Instructions and supplies provided, just bring your imagination! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:
Join Melina and learn how to make your own paper creation! Instructions and supplies provided, just bring your imagination!  ...

Library Program - TBA

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Conference Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Life
Storytime - Infant

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educator

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Special Events
Details:
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. Space is limited...
Children in colorful clothes seated on the floor and raising their hands.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Details:

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. H...
Toddler Reading

Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Details:

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones with their special grownup.

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones with their special grownup. ...

Fun to be Fit Kids

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Fun To Be Fit Kids:

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Classes are designed for children and their caregiver(s) to send quality ti

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living, Remake Learning Days

Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together. Classes are designed for children and their caregiver(s) to send quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise and having fun!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Little Book Worm

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Details:

Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Details:
Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team. ...
Storytime - Infant

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educator

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Special Events
Details:
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. Space is limited...
Mother with baby

Forty Carrots: Welcome to Our World

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Families
Details:

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder. Join other families navigating the newborn phase in a supportive and

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Families
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and wonder. Join other families navigating the newborn phase in a supportive and informative group to explore topics that are relevant to you and your ...
A silhouette of a woman sitting in meditation.

Meditation for Beginners

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Cultural Life, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

An introduction on how to use mindfulness and breathing techniques to help manage stress and improve emotional wellbeing. Ages 18+, ages 12+ can accompany parents.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Life, Healthy Living
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
An introduction on how to use mindfulness and breathing techniques to help manage stress and improve emotional wellbeing. Ages 18+, ages 12+ can accompany parents. ...
Two teens sitting next to each other, smiling.

Teen Room

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Lifelong Learning, Movies
Details:
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more. ...
Super mario mushroom (red)

Mario Monday

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Teens! Join us in the teen room for Mario Monday to play Mario games on the Nintendo Switch. Mario Mondays occur the second and fourth Monday of every month!

Cancelled
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Games
Details:
Teens! Join us in the teen room for Mario Monday to play Mario games on the Nintendo Switch. Mario Mondays occur the second and fourth Monday of every month! ...

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games
Details:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct. Aft...

Remake Learning Days - Lego Day: Build Your Dreams

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Games, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Details:

Tweens and teens can show off their creativity and engineering skills with Legos and other building materials. All supplies provided. Space is limited. Sponsored by The Pa

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Games, Remake Learning Days
Details:
Tweens and teens can show off their creativity and engineering skills with Legos and other building materials. All supplies provided. Space is limited. Sponsored by The Patterson Foundation ...
Mini golf putter with four different colored golf balls.

Mini Golf: Hole Design and Construction

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
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:

Help us create a miniature golf course throughout the library using our Creation Station tools, cardboard and other recyclable materials. Have fun decorating and creating obstacles

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: 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: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Games, Lifelong Learning, Remake Learning Days
Details:
Help us create a miniature golf course throughout the library using our Creation Station tools, cardboard and other recyclable materials. Have fun decorating and creating obstacles for our course. Then come back on Wednesday, May 1, any time bet...

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, April 29, 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...