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OneBlood Bus

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The OneBlood Bus will be in the parking lot on Friday, May 3rd from noon to 2pm. All Donors will receive: $20 e-gift card OneBlood T-shirt Wellness Checkup including b...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events
Details:

The OneBlood Bus will be in the parking lot on Friday, May 3rd from noon to 2pm.

All Donors will receive:

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.

That's Gross!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years)
Details:

In "That's Gross, students learn about why mucous, nose hairs, and digestion are gross but important parts of who we are. In this session they will make their own glow in the dark ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living, Remake Learning Days
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

In "That's Gross, students learn about why mucous, nose hairs, and digestion are gross but important parts of who we are.

North Port Library CLOSED

All Day 5/6 - 5/11
North Port Library

North Port Library is CLOSED for maintenance May 6-11.

Closing
Branches:
North Port Library
Description:

North Port Library is CLOSED for maintenance May 6-11.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Forty Carrots: Welcome to Our World

Monday, May 6, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques. In a fast-paced world of stressors, people can use this time to quiet down a...

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, May 6, 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: 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Meet the Pups!

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

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 "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living
Age Group:
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: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living

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.

This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living
Age Group:
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: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Healthy Living

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Health in Motion: Blood Pressure Screenings

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Shannon Staub Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to...

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Community Event: SAM Free Sunday

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Pop-Up Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Every Second Sunday the Sarasota Art Museum offers a free, community day where visitors can not only see exhibits but also participate in family friendly art classes!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Special Events
Details:

Every Second Sunday the Sarasota Art Museum offers a free, community day where visitors can not only see exhibits but also participate in family friendly art classes!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, May 13, 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: 

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 "All Ages" group.

Health in Motion Bus

Tuesday, May 14, 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Meet the Pups!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

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 "All Ages" group.

Health in Motion Bus: Sarasota Health Department

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
North Port Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Good Samaritan Pharmacy

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fall Prevention 101

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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 101," 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
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: 76
Details:

Join us for "Fall Prevention 101," 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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Health in Motion - No Cost- Wellness Screening

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

No Cost Health Screening 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 gener...

Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

No Cost Health Screening

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.

Fun to be Fit Kids

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, 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: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type: Healthy Living, Special Events

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques. In a fast-paced world of stressors, people can use this time to quiet down a...

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living
Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

SNAP Application Assistance

Monday, May 20, 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: 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Health in Motion Bus

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a Nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!   No appointment required. 

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Healthy Living
Details:

Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a Nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!

 

No appointment required. 

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 "All Ages" group.

Meet the Pups!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Selby Library
Program Type:
Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Library Branch: Selby Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Disclaimer(s)

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