This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Last Stop Teen Hangout 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Last Stop Teen Hangout 3:30pm–5:00pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games : LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Level Up 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Level Up 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, Games, Lifelong Learning : Drop in to play games on our Nintendo Switch! Recommended for ages 5 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Crystal Bowl Sound Bath 4:00pm–5:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Registration Open 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Crystal Bowl Sound Bath 4:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Healthy Living Registration Required : Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Teen Writers Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Veranda Room This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Teen Writers Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups : If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work. 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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Doodle Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Doodle Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Teen Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Quirky Crafters: Cardboard Desk Organizer 4:45pm–5:45pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Meeting Room Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Quirky Crafters: Cardboard Desk Organizer 4:45pm–5:45pm Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Registration Required : Use our Chomp Saws to build a desk organizer for your spring clean up! Customize it with fabric, paint, or stickers to match your space. 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 Apr 13 2026 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 Apr 13 2026 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 Happy Feet this evening!Snacks and water will be provided.
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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series 5:30pm–7:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series 5:30pm–7:30pm Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 : pending signed agreement - Kellen W. 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 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Spring Classical Concert: MĒXIHCO 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Community Room 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Spring Classical Concert: MĒXIHCO 6:00pm–7:00pm Community Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries : Natalie Helm, cello - "Mēxihco" discover chamber music for cello and piano from Mexico.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Paint Away VII: Create a Full-On Monet in this Paint Away (evening session) 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Story Time Room Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Paint Away VII: Create a Full-On Monet in this Paint Away (evening session) 6:00pm–7:30pm Story Time Room Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Join us for a fun, informative session of freestyle art. This session will kick off with a brief intro to Claude Monet, the French painter and founder of Impressionism.
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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Creation Station: 3-D Printing Open House 10:00am–12:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Creation Station 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Creation Station: 3-D Printing Open House 10:00am–12:00pm Creation Station Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Creation Station, Technology Instruction : Stop by our Creation Station between 10-12. Learn about our 3-D printer!
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 14 2026 Tue HSP TRAINING 10:00am–12:00pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Meeting Room- Classroom A This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 14 2026 Tue HSP TRAINING 10:00am–12:00pm Meeting Room- Classroom A Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Osprey Library Room: Meeting Room- Classroom A Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Lectures, Lifelong Learning
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:00am–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:00am–4:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : Tax help by appointment.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Forever Fit 10:15am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Forever Fit 10:15am–11:00am 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: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning : Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance. 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 "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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room II 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Meeting Room II Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes : For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
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 Apr 14 2026 Tue 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) Veranda 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Veranda Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Games, Special Events Forty Carrots Partners in Play 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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown 10:30am–11:15am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Playdate Harmonies with Jill Brown 10:30am–11:15am Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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) Program Type: Music in the Libraries, Performances, Storytimes : Come sing, play and explore to live music! Kids and caregivers engage in familiar songs while enjoying a sensory experience.For children ages 1-5. Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.
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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Hula Hoops for Littles 10:30am–11:30am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room AB Registration Open Registration Required 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Hula Hoops for Littles 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room AB Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Healthy Living Registration Required : Join presenter Amy Bradley each month for a special class with hula hoops, props, games, and activities designed especially for littles! Best for ages 1-5. Registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Basics: Android 102 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Tech Basics: Android 102 10:30am–11:30am Meeting Room Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Are you Team Android? Join our next‑step workshop for an easy tour of personalizing your device to fit your needs. You’ll get simple tips you can use right away! 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–3:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue AARP Tax-Aide 10:30am–3:00pm Meeting Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Tax Help : AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Words and Wiggles Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Youth Program Room This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Words and Wiggles Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Youth Program Room Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes : This preschool-aged story time is led by a library staff member. Enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities! 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue FOL Tours 11:00am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Registration Open 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue FOL Tours 11:00am–12:00pm Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lectures, Lifelong Learning, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs Registration Required : Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy : Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.
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 "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Health in Motion 11:00am–3:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages 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 "All Ages" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Health in Motion 11:00am–3:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Healthy Living : The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness.