Event List

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime betw

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

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

ROAR! is The Ringling's free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. This program is

Time Sifters Archaeological Society present monthly lecture programs. This month:  Have Pots, will Travel: Neolithic & Bronze Age Malta with Dr. Frederick S. Pirone.

Join us at the North Port Library for a kid's sensory playtime.   A fun interactive, educational time designed for children with autism and/or sensory challenges. 

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

Join us for a two-part class to learn how to make your very own pine needle basket! All materials are provided and the natural materials used are rescued from Hurricane Ian debris.

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.

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

Squish, shape, and roll! Meet a new playdough pal and have fun molding and sculpting together. The library will provide the tools and playdough. Creativity can be messy so please

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

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

Every third Saturday of the month, children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

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.

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.

Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool science experiments with the help of Miss Jenny and the other librarians at Selby. Each month

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

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m. Ages

Have too many books in your "to be read" pile, or looking for new recommendations to check out? Join us for a book swap, sponsored by the Shannon Staub Book Club. Bring in any b

Use 1 of 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  Machines are available on a First Come First Serve Basis.

Learn what makes a strong password and how to keep your passwords safe. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. One name per registration, please.  

Free classes for adults and seniors. Beginners and intermediate players encouraged, all skill levels are welcome! Learn a I-IV-V or Blues Progression (with 3 chords) to play

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