Name: Forty Carrots Partners in Play
Start: 2024-11-08T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-08T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Fruitville Library

Forty Carrots Partners in Play

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meeting Room at Fruitville Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

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 special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help yo...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Program Type: Storytimes

Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Cricut Discovery

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Details:

Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Details:

Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper or other materials to create personalized crafts and projects.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination. In this walk-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning

Details:

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

Book Club

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Juliano Room at North Port Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

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...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Juliano Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Book Discussions

Details:

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.

Venice Heritage History@ the Library

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Movies

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

TBD

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Movies

Details:

TBD

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Friday, November 8, 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.

Author photo taken by Dmitri Kasterine in Garrison, NY.

Off The Page- Author Amor Towles

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Pop-Up Library

Program Type:

Author Event, Book Sales, Off the Page Literary Celebration

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

This author event takes place at the Venice Performing Arts Center and is part of the Off the Page Literary Celebration. There are no tickets. Doors will open at 6 p.m.,...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Pop-Up Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Event, Book Sales, Off the Page Literary Celebration

Details:

This author event takes place at the Venice Performing Arts Center and is part of the Off the Page Literary Celebration. There are no tickets. Doors will open at 6 p.m., program starts at 7 p.m.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Adult Coloring Craze

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Details:

Join us for a calming and therapeutic coloring session where you can unleash your creativity and unwind. We provide a variety of intricate coloring pages, colored pencils,...

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

Details:

Join us for a calming and therapeutic coloring session where you can unleash your creativity and unwind.

Computer Typing 101

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Creation Station at North Port Library

Program Type:

Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Technology Instruction

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

This class will go over the basics of computer typing using the online platform typingclub.com. Learn how to type using both hands, increase your typing speed, and brush up on some...

Registration Open

Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Creation Station

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Technology Instruction

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Details:

This class will go over the basics of computer typing using the online platform typingclub.com.

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day

Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Closing

Branches:

Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

Description:

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Monday, November 11, 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...

Cancelled

Cancelled

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.

Knit and Crocheting Group

Monday, November 11, 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.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Program Type:

Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Meeting Room II

Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)

Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes

Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Genealogy Assistance

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Health in Motion Bus

Tuesday, November 12, 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.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Tuesday, November 12, 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

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.

Tech Navigator

Tuesday, November 12, 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.

Teen Movie Afternoon

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions, Clubs, Movies

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Details:

Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie. Add more wishlist movies to our clipboard request page in the teen room!

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Teen Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Movies

Details:

Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie. Add more wishlist movies to our clipboard request page in the teen room!

Last Stop Teen Hangout

Tuesday, November 12, 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.

A rainbow of art supplies arranged in a circle.

Tinker Tuesday

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room II at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Children (5 to 9 years), Families

Details:

A different project every week! Ages 6+.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Meeting Room II

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning

Details:

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Video Gaming and VR

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Teen Center at Selby Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Teens (13 to 18 years)

Details:

Join us in the Teen Center for Teen Video Gaming! Play together or compete on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, or experience virtual reality with the Meta Quest 3!

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Teen Center

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Games

Details:

Join us in the Teen Center for Teen Video Gaming! Play together or compete on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, or experience virtual reality with the Meta Quest 3!

Master Gardener: Drop In Plant Clinic

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Program Type:

Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Details:

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape, pest management, and gardening help from the University of Florida. These sessions are made possible through a partnership wit...

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Details:

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape, pest management, and gardening help from the University of Florida.

These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library

Program Type:

Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)

Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help yo...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years)

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Details:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Program Type:

Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Age Group:

Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Forty Carrots Partners in Play:

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help yo...

Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families

Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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This author event takes place at the Venice Performing Arts Center and is part of the Off the Page Literary Celebration. There are no tickets. Doors will open at 6 p.m., program starts at 7 p.m.

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