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Creation Station Adult Lab: Contented Collage

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

What are you thankful for? Visit us in the Creation Station to peacefully create a "contented collage" of all the things that make you happy, make you thankful, and, of course, #bl...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024), Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

What are you thankful for? Visit us in the Creation Station to peacefully create a "contented collage" of all the things that make you happy, make you thankful, and, of course, #blessed.

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

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.

The Knit Happens Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 other local knitters and crocheters while working on individual projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not req...

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 other local knitters and crocheters while working on individual projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

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

Beadwork Suncatchers

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Enjoy a creative class with our amazing instructor and learn the art of suncatchers. In this class, our instructor will guide you in creating a one of a kind design! You'll assembl...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Enjoy a creative class with our amazing instructor and learn the art of suncatchers. In this class, our instructor will guide you in creating a one of a kind design! You'll assemble the beads into beautiful sun catching strands.

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.

Let's Get Crafty

Friday, November 22, 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 drop-in event, participants are given a variety of leftover materials such as scrap...

Cancelled
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.

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

The Legal Issues Writers Face

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Book Discussions, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join Professor Michael Polelle as he gives a presentation on copyright law, defamation law, and right-of-privacy issues.

Library Branch: Selby Library
Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Book Discussions, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Details:

Join Professor Michael Polelle as he gives a presentation on copyright law, defamation law, and right-of-privacy issues.

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

Golf Yoga For Seniors

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs.

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.

Brain Health 101

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A at Osprey Library and History Center
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join neuro-performance coach Kelly Ward, for a dynamic workshop based on neuroscience research where you will learn: The primary functions of the brain Types of fuel the br...

Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center
Room: Classroom A
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Join neuro-performance coach Kelly Ward, for a dynamic workshop based on neuroscience research where you will learn:

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

Quit Smoking Now

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco. These include preparing to quit tobacco with a qu...

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.

LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
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

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

Creative Writers Circle

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Juliano Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month. The club welcomes adult writers of all experience levels to engage in creative discussions...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Juliano Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Clubs, Discussion Groups
Details:

Join the North Port Creative Writers Circle, meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Felting - Holiday - Adult

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

Holiday Needle Felting with Kat Sjogren!  Registration Required. Limited to 15 participants.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Fruitville Library.  

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Holiday Needle Felting with Kat Sjogren! 

Registration Required. Limited to 15 participants. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Fruitville Library.

 

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

Meditation and Guided Imagery

Monday, December 2, 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...

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.

Golf Yoga For Seniors

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs.

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

100 Things to Do in Sarasota Before You Die

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Families
Details:

Sarasota is mostly known for its powdery white sand beaches but it is also known as Florida’s Culture Coast for its plethora of arts, theaters, and museums. With so much to do...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Details:

Sarasota is mostly known for its powdery white sand beaches but it is also known as Florida’s Culture Coast for its plethora of arts, theaters, and museums.

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.

Author Talk: Micki Berthelot Morency

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Book Discussions, Book Sales, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Join us for an engaging afternoon with author Micki Berthelot Morency, as she shares insights into her writing journey, creative process, and the themes that inspire her work. L...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Author Event, Book Discussions, Book Sales, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lectures, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Details:

Join us for an engaging afternoon with author Micki Berthelot Morency, as she shares insights into her writing journey, creative process, and the themes that inspire her work.

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

Quit Smoking Now

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco. These include preparing to quit tobacco with a qu...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Discussion Groups, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Details:

The Multi-session program meets weekly for 4 weeks and will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Knit Happens Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Details:

Join other local knitters and crocheters while working on personal projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome. Crochet Amigurumi kits wil...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station
Details:

Join other local knitters and crocheters while working on personal projects and discussing all things knitting/crocheting. All skill levels welcome. Crochet Amigurumi kits will be provided while supplies last.

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

Chair Yoga: The Self-Care Chair

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay! From the instructor: "As a yoga instructor and mindfulness coach, I integrate balance, strengthening, lengthening/stretch, and breathwork/pranayama i...

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, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
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.

Creation Station Open Lab

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Details:

Are you curious about our Creation Station? Join us for Open Lab, where library patrons can explore and experiment with a variety of tools and equipment such as Osmo technology, ro...

Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning
Details:

Are you curious about our Creation Station? Join us for Open Lab, where library patrons can explore and experiment with a variety of tools and equipment such as Osmo technology, robots, button makers, and more. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts and Alliance Playreaders Present "On the Way to a Christmas Party"

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Fruitville Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Details:

The Arts Alliance Play Readers present a dramatic reading of "On the Way to a Christmas Party": Come join us as we celebrate the joys of the holidays with this original play wri...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Fruitville Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning, Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Details:

The Arts Alliance Play Readers present a dramatic reading of "On the Way to a Christmas Party":

This event is in the "Youth" group.
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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

FL Frontier Stories and Tales Celebrating the Holiday Season

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Details:

Step back in time and experience Florida’s rich holiday traditions with Florida Frontier Stories and Tales Celebrating the Holiday Season. Discover the origins of the First Thanksg...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:

Step back in time and experience Florida’s rich holiday traditions with Florida Frontier Stories and Tales Celebrating the Holiday Season.

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

Computer Basics

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station at North Port Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

This class will go over various subjects concerning computer basics. Basic computer typing skills required. Registration Required

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Creation Station
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

This class will go over various subjects concerning computer basics. Basic computer typing skills required.

Registration Required

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.

Holiday Greeting Card Workshop

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room 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:

Join us for a festive Holiday Card Making Workshop! In this hands-on session, participants will create beautiful, personalized cards using a variety of materials and techniques. Pe...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Join us for a festive Holiday Card Making Workshop! In this hands-on session, participants will create beautiful, personalized cards using a variety of materials and techniques. Perfect for all skill levels.

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

Golf Yoga For Seniors

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Details:

Do you want to improve your golf game? Join Mrs. Bee from Bumble Bee Yoga for a 1-hour yoga session to help build the strength and stability you need to play your best round. Mrs.