Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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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. The seminar will c...

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Job Search Assistance, Lifelong Learning, Special Events

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

Rune Writings of the Viking Era to Present: North America and Europe

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm

Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

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Join Loraine Jensen and Anne Louise Thompson from the American Association for Runic Studies to discover the fascinating world of runes used around 1 A.D. through the Viking Age an...

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Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: History & Culture, Lifelong Learning

Join Loraine Jensen and Anne Louise Thompson from the American Association for Runic Studies to discover the fascinating world of runes used around 1 A.D. through the Viking Age and beyond.

One Book: Road Scholar: Greece — Land of History, Beauty & Inspiration

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about to learn about the history, culture and spirit of Greece.

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, Lectures, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about to learn about the history, culture and spirit of Greece.

UF/IFAS: Green Buildings in our Community

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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Interested in making your home or business a green building? Join us for a look at Sarasota County’s approach to green building, certified "green buildings" locally, different cert...

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Green Living

Interested in making your home or business a green building?

UF/IFAS: Age-Friendly Housing- Universal Design and Visibility

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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Learn how to make your home age-friendly! The design of houses can impact the ability of residents to stay at home as they age or following a short- or long-term disability. To bet...

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Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning

Learn how to make your home age-friendly! The design of houses can impact the ability of residents to stay at home as they age or following a short- or long-term disability.

One Book: Pysanka Demonstration

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Celebrate the beauty and tradition of Pysanka, the ancient Ukrainian art of egg decorating. Learn about the intricate designs, symbolic meanings, and wax-resistant techniques used ...

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, History & Culture, One Book Sarasota, Special Events

Registration Required

Celebrate the beauty and tradition of Pysanka, the ancient Ukrainian art of egg decorating. Learn about the intricate designs, symbolic meanings, and wax-resistant techniques used to create these stunning works of art.

One Book - Bliss is a Practice: Everyday Rituals for Resilience

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Co-authors and sisters Dr. Stacie Herrera and Sandi Herrera invite you on an engaging journey to rediscover your innate resilience and joy. Through playful connection, guided refle...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Healthy Living, One Book Sarasota

Co-authors and sisters Dr. Stacie Herrera and Sandi Herrera invite you on an engaging journey to rediscover your innate resilience and joy.

A hole in denim is mended shut with colorful threads.

One Book Quirky Crafters: Creative Mending

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Meeting Room at Elsie Quirk Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Give your old clothes a spring makeover! Join us to make a customized clothing patch using basic embroidery and sewing techniques. Learn how to transform holes in your outfits into...

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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, One Book Sarasota

Give your old clothes a spring makeover! Join us to make a customized clothing patch using basic embroidery and sewing techniques. Learn how to transform holes in your outfits into works of art with us!

A black and white image of people rolling cigars in a factory.

Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West Tampa

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Classroom A/B at Osprey Library

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Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West TampaPresented by:Henry Valenti, History Krewe docent, Tampa Bay History CenterA Florida History Lecture Series Winter 2026 "Made in Flo...

Registration Open

Library Branch: Osprey Library

Room: Classroom A/B

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Cultural Life, Genealogy, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West Tampa

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Portraits of animals made out of egg cartons

EQ Craft Crew: Egg Carton Critters

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library

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Join us the third Tuesday of every month for a new art project!In this hands-on art program, our young artists will be given egg cartons and other supplies to make a new friend, a ...

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Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living, Lifelong Learning

Join us the third Tuesday of every month for a new art project!

One Book: Creative Mindfulness - A Creative Journey Back to You

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Program Room at Elsie Quirk Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Explore your thoughts and stresses through the creative process to discover problem-solving skills and solutions. Relax with a guided visualization and complete 2-3 drawings follow...

Registration Open

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

Explore your thoughts and stresses through the creative process to discover problem-solving skills and solutions. Relax with a guided visualization and complete 2-3 drawings followed by discussion. No art experience required or necessary!

Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Gaming Tournament

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

Veranda Room at North Port Library

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Get ready for an epic showdown! Join us for our Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament, where teens can showcase their gaming skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Play using the Nintendo Sw...

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)

Program Type: Career Journeys, Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Get ready for an epic showdown! Join us for our Teen Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament, where teens can showcase their gaming skills on the Nintendo Switch™.

One Book - "Emma" Watercolor Tea Party with the Venice Theatre

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

One Book Sarasota:

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.  &n...

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Watercolor to the sounds of baroque music as we enjoy tea and treats with the cast of the Venice Theatre’s “Emma”. Free free to bring your own fancy tea cup and reference photos or...

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Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

Watercolor to the sounds of baroque music as we enjoy tea and treats with the cast of the Venice Theatre’s “Emma”.

SRQ Con

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm

Selby Library

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Join us for the annual pop culture convention at Selby Library, SRQCon! Activities will be held throughout the library including a scavenger hunt, button making, and more. Ven...

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Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families

Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Arts & Crafts, Author Event, Creation Station, Games, History & Culture, Lectures, Performances, Plant a Seed, Read (Summer 2026), Special Events

Join us for the annual pop culture convention at Selby Library, SRQCon!

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AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

LEGO® Club

6:00pm–7:00pm

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Library Branch: North Port Library

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series

5:30pm–7:30pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Library Branch: Selby Library

Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

Disclaimer(s)

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

LEGO® Club

6:30pm–7:30pm

Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Story Time Room

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Story Time Room

Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Plant a Seed, Read (Summer 2026)

LEGO Club

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

"Out Of My Hands" Juggling And Illusion Show

10:30am–11:30am

Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Cultural Life, Performances, Special Events

Get ready to be dazzled by professional juggler Gerard Tricarico in this special performance that brings mind-bending illusions and the magic of juggling to life for kids of all ages.

AARP Tax Help

11:00am–2:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®

10:15am–11:15am

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

Program Room

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

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

Program Type: Storytimes

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

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

Meeting Room

Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library

Room: Meeting Room

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

Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play®

12:00pm–1:00pm

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

Program Room

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

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

Program Type: Storytimes

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Tinker Tuesday

4:00pm–5:00pm

Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Families

Meeting Room II

Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library

Room: Meeting Room II

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station

A different project every week!

Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Family Game Night

5:00pm–7:00pm

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Veranda Room

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Games

Join us for the library's Monthly Game Night! Every first Tuesday of the month from 5-7 PM, we invite you to enjoy an evening of fun, friendly competition, and socializing.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Pop Stop Phillippi Farmhouse Market

9:00am–1:00pm

Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Pop-Up Library

Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Healthy Living, Outreach

Visit the Pop Up library at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market! The Pop Up library van will be at the market on the 1st Wednesday* of each month from 9 am - 1pm.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

10:15am–11:15am

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

Meeting Room

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: ,

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

12:00pm–1:00pm

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

Meeting Room

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: ,

Disclaimer(s)

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

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

One Book: The Ringling Inspires

3:45pm–4:45pm

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Program Room

Registration Open

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning, One Book Sarasota

Registration Required

The Ringling brings the museum experience directly to afterschool programs, libraries, and community organizations, exploring works of art from various collections including European Art, Asian Art, Circus, Contemporary, and Photography.

LEGO® Club

6:00pm–7:00pm

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Library Branch: North Port Library

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.

AARP Tax Help

2:00pm–5:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Drop-in Art Night

4:00pm–7:00pm

Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library

Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living

We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! A variety of materials will be available for you to explore and create. Recommended for ages 4-12.

One Book: Pysanka Demonstration

2:00pm–4:00pm

Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Veranda Room

Registration Open

Registration Required

Registration Open

Library Branch: North Port Library

Room: Veranda Room

Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, History & Culture, One Book Sarasota, Special Events

Registration Required

One Book Sarasota

This event is offered as part of the One Book Sarasota programming. Read the Book, Join the Discussion, Share the Story. Learn more at SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/OneBook.

AARP Tax Help

11:00am–2:00pm

New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Library Branch: Selby Library

Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages

Program Type: Tax Help

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

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