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Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 3

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Unleashing Imagination: Art Media Week 3

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 1

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Registration Required
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A group of tweens stand on a stage holding scripts.

Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 4

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Colored pencils in a circle with a sharpener on top.

Unleashing Imagination: Art Media Week 4

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Young hands playing an acoustic guitar.

Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 2

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 2

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

zine

Tween Make Your Own Zine Workshop

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
America's 250th Celebration, Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)

Come learn about zines: booklets or small magazines that are created to explore unique topics. Zines, short for magazines, are DIY, self-published works that evolved from 1930s science fiction fan publications (fanzines).

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: America's 250th Celebration, Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Come learn about zines: booklets or small magazines that are created to explore unique topics. Zines, short for magazines, are DIY, self-published works that evolved from 1930s science fiction fan publications (fanzines).

Disclaimer(s)

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

A group of tweens stand on a stage holding scripts.

Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 5

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Colored pencils in a circle with a sharpener on top.

Unleashing Imagination: Art Media Week 5

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Disclaimer(s)

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

science fair

Science Fair

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Remake Learning:

This event is one of the many programs happening throughout Sarasota County for the Remake Learning Days Festival. Support for this program has been provided by the Patterson Found...

Enter our annual Library Science Fair! Participants will showcase innovative projects and compete for exciting prizes.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Creation Station, Remake Learning Days
Registration Required
:

Remake Learning

This event is one of the many programs happening throughout Sarasota County for the Remake Learning Days Festival. Support for this program has been provided by the Patterson Foundation. 

Enter our annual Library Science Fair! Participants will showcase innovative projects and compete for exciting prizes.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 3

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A group of tweens stand on a stage holding scripts.

Focus on Creativity: Creative Dramatics - Week 6

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years)

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

"For every action there is a reaction" isn't just a saying in this class! Learn how to react confidently to whatever life throws at you on and off the stage!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Attention Veterans: Your Service Matters and So Do Your Benefits!

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

As the Sarasota County Veteran’s Services Outreach Officer,  Aretha Gipson will provide an overview of VA benefits available to veterans and their families.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning
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As the Sarasota County Veteran’s Services Outreach Officer,  Aretha Gipson will provide an overview of VA benefits available to veterans and their families.

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Unleashing Imagination: Art Media Week 6

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Career Journeys, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning
:

Join us for an unforgettable art class that uses hands-on techniques alongside art history, while fostering self-expression, innovation and creativity. Try out a variety of art styles across six sessions!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Young hands playing an acoustic guitar.

Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 4

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Remake Learning: Little Medical School presents Wilderness Medicine

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Remake Learning Days
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Wilderness Medicine School
 
This hands-on experience will allow participants to learn how to tackle wilderness challenges like insect stings and snake bites, boost their outdoor confidence in skills such as preparing fo
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families
Program Type: Career Journeys, Remake Learning Days
Registration Required
:
Wilderness Medicine School
 
This hands-on experience will allow participants to learn how to tackle wilderness challenges like insect stings and snake bites, boost their outdoor confidence in skills such as preparing fo
Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 4

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Remake Learning: Little Marine Biologist

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Veranda Room at North Port Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Green Living, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Age Group:
Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Remake Learning:

This event is one of the many programs happening throughout Sarasota County for the Remake Learning Days Festival. Support for this program has been provided by the Patterson Found...

Students “adopt” a sea turtle, explore bioluminescence, and dive into ocean science in a fun, hands-on way.    

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Port Library
Room: Veranda Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Green Living, Remake Learning Days, Special Events
Registration Required
:

Remake Learning

This event is one of the many programs happening throughout Sarasota County for the Remake Learning Days Festival. Support for this program has been provided by the Patterson Foundation. 

Students “adopt” a sea turtle, explore bioluminescence, and dive into ocean science in a fun, hands-on way.    

Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 5

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Young hands playing an acoustic guitar.

Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 6

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Hands playing an acoustic guitar

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 6

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Music in the Libraries
:

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

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

person holding a resume on a clipboard

Resume Workshop

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Program Type:
Career Journeys, Job Search Assistance, Lectures
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Learn how to write a standout resume and discover all the free resources that Sarasota County Libraries have to help you on your career journey!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Career Journeys, Job Search Assistance, Lectures
Registration Required
:

Learn how to write a standout resume and discover all the free resources that Sarasota County Libraries have to help you on your career journey!

Libraries and History Center Closure

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, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library

Libraries and History Center ClosureWe will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 26.

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, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library, Pop-Up Library
Description:

Libraries and History Center Closure

We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 26.