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 May 28 2026 Thu Unraveling Personal Finance 10:30am–11:30am New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required 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 May 28 2026 Thu Unraveling Personal Finance 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Career Journeys, Lectures, Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Have you ever tried a new sport or hobby and were disappointed to not be immediately good at it? New activities are difficult if you do not know the basics, but once you do, the task becomes not only doable but often enjoyable.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 "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 Jun 4 2026 Thu Chucko the All-American Clown 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth, 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 Meeting Room This event is in the "Youth" 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 Jun 4 2026 Thu Chucko the All-American Clown 6:00pm–7:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, 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: Career Journeys, Cultural Life, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning, Performances, Summer Learning, Special Events : Meet Chuck Sidlow and watch, follow, and participate in his magical and musical LIVE TRANSFORMATION into CHUCKO THE ALL-AMERICAN CLOWN!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 9 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 Jun 27 2026 Sat Little Marine Biology 10:30am–11:30am Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Jun 27 2026 Sat Little Marine Biology 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Summer Learning Registration Required : Kids can get ready to explore undersea life in this hands-on program. Learn about how bioluminescence makes some animals glow in the dark, and some amazing facts about sea turtles. It's sure to be a splash!Recommended for ages 5-9.
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 Jun 27 2026 Sat Little Medical School: Sports Medicine 101 1:00pm–2:00pm Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room Registration Open 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 Jun 27 2026 Sat Little Medical School: Sports Medicine 101 1:00pm–2:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open 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) Program Type: Career Journeys, Summer Learning Registration Required : Back by popular demand, the Little Medical School returns to Shannon Staub Library!
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Jul 3 - 4 2026 Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 7/3–7/4 Closing Jul 3 - 4 2026 Closing Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 7/3–7/4 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: Sarasota County Libraries and the History Center will be closed on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.We will resume normal hours on Monday, July 6.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Summer Learning: Teen Robotics Boot Camp (Ages 13-18) 1:30pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Summer Learning: Teen Robotics Boot Camp (Ages 13-18) 1:30pm–3:30pm Teen Room Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Creation Station, Summer Learning, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Attendees will be working with mBot robots and block-based coding language. Students will be encouraged to collaborate in groups during their learning. This class is for students ages 13-18. Registration Required. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Superstar Snakes 11:00am–12:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Superstar Snakes 11:00am–12:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Lifelong Learning, Summer Learning, Special Events : Snakes come in many sizes and colors!
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Beginner Bots (Ages 9-12) 1:30pm–3:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years) Teen Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Beginner Bots (Ages 9-12) 1:30pm–3:30pm Teen Room Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Creation Station, Summer Learning, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Learn the basics of robotics and coding! Attendees will be working with Dash Dot robots, learning a block-based coding language, and experimenting with LEGO® WeDo technology. 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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Teen Gamers Guild 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Career Journeys, Clubs, Cultural Life, Games, Summer Learning : Summer Learning This event is one of this year's Summer Learning programs. Check out all of the fun programs at all of our library locations. There's something for everyone! Gamers unite for two hours of social fun where a different Role Playing tabletop game/campaign will be featured every week. From classic multiplayer RPG games like Dungeons & Dragons to Indie games like Wanderlust and Teatime Adventures. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Sep 7 2026 Mon Libraries and History Center Closure All Day All Day Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Libraries and History Center Closure All Day 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, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Description: Sarasota County Libraries and the History Center will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7.We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 6 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 6 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 13 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 20 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 20 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 27 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 27 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español
Nov 11 2026 Wed Libraries and History Center Closure All Day Closing Nov 11 2026 Wed 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, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Description: Sarasota County Libraries and the History Center will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.We will resume normal hours on Thursday, Nov. 12.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 17 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 17 2026 Tue LVSSC 6:00pm–8:00pm Conference Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español