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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.

How old is Sarasota? That depends on what you're asking. Sarasota is a city, a county, and a bay - each with its own origin story.

One of our most requested crafts returns! Handmade soap makes a great gift, so join us for soapmaking, holiday edition. We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with nice wintery scents.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

This Storytime is meant for older children ages 5-8. There will be stories, fun activities, and a volunteer-only read aloud time. 

Please note, Wednesdays and Saturdays of the same month will have the same book selections.

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.

For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness. 

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.

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet.  All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.

Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Reclaiming the History of Native Plants in Home Landscape Design - new rescheduled date!

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For people who want to improve their Spanish speaking skills.  Come practice your pronunciation and oral understanding through conversation and instruction of this romantic language.  An advanced skill level in Spanish is recommended.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.

Bring your friends and let's celebrate the "End of an Era" together! We'll make some friendship bracelets to remember all the best parts of your year from music to milestones.

For Tweens and Teens. 

We discuss eroding factors, taxes, legacy planning and your responsibilities. How not to outlive your money. Running the retirement marathon. How taxes and inflation impact retirement. Exit strategies. Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs).

Join us for a mindfulness meditation session lead by Monk San. No previous experience or materials required. Participants may bring their own meditation cushion if desired.

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities. 

This is best suited for toddlers aged 1-3, but all ages are welcome as needed. 

Chair Yoga with Didi McKay!

Everything we do begins in the brain.  In this neuroscience research-based presentation, you will learn about the different parts of the brain, the function of each area and the type of fuel the brain needs for optimal function throughout the

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

9-year-old Ralphie Parker dreams of receiving a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Ralphie tries to convince everyone, including Santa, that this is the perfect gift. This classic holiday movie has quirky moments and childhood misadventures.

*THIS CLUB IS CURRENTLY FULL*