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. May 15 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. May 15 2025 Thu Kid's Sensory Playtime 11:00am - 12:00pm Veranda Room 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, Lifelong Learning, Special Events Details: 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. May 15 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. May 15 2025 Thu Read with the Dogs 3:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Special Events Details: 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 "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 "Families" group. May 17 2025 Sat Read with the Dogs 11:15am - 12:15pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Classroom B 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 "Families" group. May 17 2025 Sat Read with the Dogs 11:15am - 12:15pm Classroom B Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center Room: Classroom B Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Lifelong Learning Details: Every third Saturday of the month, children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication 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 "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. May 17 2025 Sat Water Safety Session 2 1:00pm - 2:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Veranda Room Registration Open Registration Required 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. May 17 2025 Sat Water Safety Session 2 1:00pm - 2:30pm Veranda Room 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) Program Type: Healthy Living Registration Required Details: Water Safety Session 2: First Look Around + Play it Smart at Your Home, Pool or Park 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 "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 "New Adult (18-30 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. May 19 2025 Mon Plant Swap 10:30am - 12:00pm 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 Garden 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 "New Adult (18-30 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. May 19 2025 Mon Plant Swap 10:30am - 12:00pm Garden Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Garden Age Group: 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: Green Living Details: Bring a healthy plant cutting or a packet of seeds and exchange it for a new addition to your garden! Let’s grow together as we share, discover, and connect with various people and plants.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. May 19 2025 Mon Creation Station Youth Lab: Shield Decorating 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. May 19 2025 Mon Creation Station Youth Lab: Shield Decorating 3:00pm - 4:30pm Creation Station Registration Open Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required Details: Hear ye, Hear ye!Do you wish to become a knight? Come to this youth lab and decorate a cardboard shield.Recommended for ages 5-9. 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 "Families" group. May 20 2025 Tue POP-UP: Storytime @ Longboat Key 10:30am - 11:00am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Offsite Event 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 "Families" group. May 20 2025 Tue POP-UP: Storytime @ Longboat Key 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Pop-Up Library Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Outreach, Storytimes, Lifelong Learning Details: Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Longboat Key Town Center Green for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!
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. May 20 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. May 20 2025 Tue Read with the Dogs 3:30pm - 4:30pm Youth Activity Room 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, Lifelong Learning Details: 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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. May 20 2025 Tue EQ Craft Crew: Spring Edition 3:45pm - 4:30pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Room This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. May 20 2025 Tue EQ Craft Crew: Spring Edition 3:45pm - 4:30pm Program Room Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Lifelong Learning Details: Hop into Spring with your creativity! Participants will rotate through different craft stations that will offer unique spring-themed projects.
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. May 20 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. May 20 2025 Tue LEGO Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Storytime Room Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Details: Join us every other Tuesday in the Creation Station to show off your LEGO building talents. Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.
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. May 21 2025 Wed Fun to be Fit: littles 10:15am - 11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Community Room 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. May 21 2025 Wed Fun to be Fit: littles 10:15am - 11:00am Community Room Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Special Events, Cultural Life, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning Details: Join Ms. Adrianne for a fun program featuring music and movement! For ages 0-5.
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. May 21 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. May 21 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am - 12:00pm Conference Room 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, Lifelong Learning Details: 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 "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 "New Adult (18-30 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. May 21 2025 Wed Health in Motion Bus: Sarasota Health Department 12:00pm - 4:00pm 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages 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 "New Adult (18-30 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. May 21 2025 Wed Health in Motion Bus: Sarasota Health Department 12:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: North Port Library 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), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living Details: The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group. May 21 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. May 21 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room B 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 Details: 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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 21 2025 Wed ROAR! on the Road with The Ringling 5:00pm - 5:45pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room II 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 "Families" group. May 21 2025 Wed ROAR! on the Road with The Ringling 5:00pm - 5:45pm Meeting Room II Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning, Storytimes Details: ROAR! is The Ringling's free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum.
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. May 21 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. May 21 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 Details: Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
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. May 22 2025 Thu CRAFTernoons 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. May 22 2025 Thu CRAFTernoons 4:00pm - 5:00pm Storytime Room Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Who doesn't love a good CRAFTernoon? Children ages 5-12 are invited to join us for an afternoon of creative fun!
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 23 2025 Fri Read 'Em and Eat 3:45pm - 4:45pm 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. May 23 2025 Fri Read 'Em and Eat 3:45pm - 4:45pm Meeting Room II Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Book Discussions, Creation Station, Lifelong Learning Details: Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. May 24 2025 Sat Kid's Origami Workshop 3:00pm - 3:45pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Veranda Room 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. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group. May 24 2025 Sat Kid's Origami Workshop 3:00pm - 3:45pm Veranda Room Registration Open Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Color Our World (Summer 2025), Creation Station Registration Required Details: Join Melina and learn how to make your own paper creation! Instructions and supplies provided, just bring your imagination!
May 26 2025 Mon Libraries and History Center Closure All Day Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 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 ClosureWe will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 27.
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. May 27 2025 Tue Read With The Dogs 3:30pm - 4:30pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room 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. May 27 2025 Tue Read With The Dogs 3:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Lifelong Learning Details: Drop in during this one-hour session to meet certified pet therapy dogs from Suncoast Humane Society and their parents.
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. May 28 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. May 28 2025 Wed Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am - 12:00pm Conference Room 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, Lifelong Learning Details: 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. May 28 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room AB 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. May 28 2025 Wed Read with the Dogs 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room AB Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning Details: 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. May 28 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. May 28 2025 Wed LEGO® Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 Details: Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
