This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Youth Activity Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes : Calling all families with readers! Our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 18 2025 Tue EQ Craft Crew- Dinosaur Construction! 3:45pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 18 2025 Tue EQ Craft Crew- Dinosaur Construction! 3:45pm–5:00pm Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning : In this hands-on art program, our young artists will learn to use the Chompsaw, a safe easy-to-use cutting device, to create their very own dinosaur!
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 18 2025 Tue LEGO Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 18 2025 Tue LEGO Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Storytime Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Clubs, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning LEGO Club Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room II This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Kids Drop-in Craft: Hide-a-Turkey 4:00pm–7:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Storytime Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Kids Drop-in Craft: Hide-a-Turkey 4:00pm–7:00pm Storytime Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life : Oh no, with holidays around the corner Tom Turkey needs to hide! Drop-in and create the perfect disguise for Tom. A variety of materials will be provided from paint to feathers to pom poms and more.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am–12:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families Conference Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am–12:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, : Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room B This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room B Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning : Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. First come, first seated.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 19 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 19 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Kid's Sensory Playtime 11:00am–12:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Veranda Room 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Kid's Sensory Playtime 11:00am–12:00pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Games, , Special Events : 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.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Special Events : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.This program is intended for children who can read independently
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Science Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Meeting Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Science Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning : Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool hands-on science experiments with the help of Miss Jenny and the other librarians at Fruitville.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu CRAFTernoon: Paper Electronics 4:00pm–5:30pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room A Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 20 2025 Thu CRAFTernoon: Paper Electronics 4:00pm–5:30pm Meeting Room A Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Join presenter Irina Rymshina for this workshop to discover the magic of creating circuits using simple materials like copper tape, LED lights, and paper. Recommended for ages 7-12. Registration required.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Family Movie @ the Library 6:00pm–7:30pm Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Meeting Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 20 2025 Thu Family Movie @ the Library 6:00pm–7:30pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Movies : Come see The Wild Robot (Rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements) on our big screen!Free popcorn and lemonade provided.
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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 21 2025 Fri Homeschoolers at the Library 10:15am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room 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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 21 2025 Fri Homeschoolers at the Library 10:15am–11:15am Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Cultural Life, Games, Lifelong Learning : A time for homeschool children and their families to socialize, participate in arts and crafts, STEM activities and more! 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 24 2025 Mon Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Community Room This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 24 2025 Mon Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Special Events, : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.
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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 24 2025 Mon Monday Movie Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room 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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 24 2025 Mon Monday Movie Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Storytime Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Movies : Join us for a movie night!We will be watching Moana 2 this evening!Snacks and water will be provided.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 25 2025 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room II This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 25 2025 Tue Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: 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.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am–12:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families Conference Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am–12:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, : Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Lego Explorers 3:45pm–4:45pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room II This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Lego Explorers 3:45pm–4:45pm Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Creation Station, Lifelong Learning : Unleash your inner architect with LEGO® and DUPLO® building! Come over and let's paint the town brick red with our creative construction skills. 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room B This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Nov 26 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room B Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning : Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. First come, first seated.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 26 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group 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 "Families" group Nov 26 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
Nov 27 - 28 2025 Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 11/27–11/28 Closing Nov 27 - 28 2025 Closing Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 11/27–11/28 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 and History Center ClosureThursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28.We will resume normal hours on Saturday, Nov. 29.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Dec 1 2025 Mon Youth Lab: Winter Collages 3:00pm–4:30pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Creation Station Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Dec 1 2025 Mon Youth Lab: Winter Collages 3:00pm–4:30pm Creation Station Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required : Using various paper materials, make a collage!Recommended for ages 5-9. If registering multiple children, please fill out the form for each participating child. 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 "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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Dec 1 2025 Mon Monday Movie Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room 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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Dec 1 2025 Mon Monday Movie Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Storytime Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Movies : Join us for a movie night!We will be watching How to Train Your Dragon (animated film) this evening!Snacks and water will be provided.
