Fruitville Library CLOSED Dec. 18, 2025-July 19, 2026

Renovations and expansion building works will be happening at Fruitville Library, which will require Fruitville Library to temporarily close on Dec. 18. The reimagined library is scheduled to reopen in July 2026.
For more information, visit SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/FruitvilleRenovation.

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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All Day		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Mini Artworks 08/13/2018 @ 11:00am–08/31/2018 @ 12:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Art Displays & Exhibits, Arts & Crafts : Use pastels to make mini artworks. This is a passive program.
							This event is in the "Adults" group Early Voting - Supervisor of Elections All Day Adults Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Voting : Supervisor of Elections Early Voting for August 28th Primary Election Begins 8/18/2018 - 8/25/2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Health Planning Council (Affordable Care Act) 10:00am–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: : Free service to apply to the Affordable Care Act. Application takes between one and one-half hour. Only one person can be seen at a time. This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Coloring Group 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room B This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Join us on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday of the month. We supply the coloring pages and pencils. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Introduction to Buying and Selling Items Online 10:30am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Lectures, Technology Instruction : Learn how to navigate ecommerce sites to buy and sell new and used items on online shopping sites like eBay, Amazon, and peer to peer sales sites like LetGo, OfferUp, FaceBook Marketplace, Craigslist, and more!	This event is in the "Adults" group Master Gardner Plant Clinic - Drop In Session 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Group Study Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: : Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida. This event is in the "Adults" group UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Plant Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults Program Type: : Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Genealogy Lab 10:15am–12:15pm Adults, Seniors Learning Lab Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Sign up to practice what you learned in Genealogy Basics, Parts 1 and 2, or to continue researching your family history using the library's Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest databases and/or genealogy websites. Reservation POPS 10:15am–1:00pm Meeting Room II This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Purpose of Room Use Planning committee This event is in the "Adults" group Genealogy Research Program 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Registration Required : Learn Genealogy research through Ancestry, Heritage Quest, etc. Students need names, dates, and locations of families to be researched on the databases. Bring your own thumb drive for articles to be printed. Limited to 10 participants.	This event is in the "Adults" group Gulf Gate French Conversation Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room A This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, : For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Come practice speaking the romantic language of French. This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years) Storytime Room This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Enjoy interacting with your child by participating in early literacy activities that include music and movement, books, crafts, and educational activities. This event is in the "Adults" group Knit and Crocheting Group 10:15am–12:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Adult Coloring Lounge 10:30am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Get into the adult coloring craze ! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library. All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required. Refreshments are included. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Internet Basics 10:30am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors Learning Lab Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction Registration Required : This computer class will focus on using the Internet. The instructor will demonstrate how to go to a specific webpage and how to do a search. This event is in the "Adults" group Socrates Café 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, : Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of the Socratic method: that we learn more when we respectfully list 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 "All Ages" group Open Lab in the Creation Station 10:30am–1:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction : Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.	This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Baby Time 10:00am–10:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: , Storytimes : Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs. For ages 0-2 years old. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group E-Help with Bob 10:00am–1:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Ask Bob, our local Windows expert, any questions about your PC or Laptop. This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Toddler Time 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: , Storytimes : Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children. For ages 2-3. This event is in the "Adults" group "The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto" 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions : Join Alyssa Lopez as she leads a discussion of the book "The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto" by Mitch Albom. This event is in the "Adults" group Literacy Council - English Conversation Group 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room II This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Adults Program Type: : ESOL Conversation Group for intermediate to higher level ESL learners. Students MUST first be registered with the Literacy Council Contact: Sue Bergstrom 941-955-0421 This event is in the "Adults" group Good Samaritan Pharmacy 10:30am–1:30pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: : Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Life After Downton 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors Juliano Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Juliano Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Movies : The Life After Downton group meets to discuss British PBS programs, new films, and books along with a nice cup of tea. All are welcome to join. 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Lab in the Creation Station 10:30am–1:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages Creation Station 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 "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, , Technology Instruction : Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.	This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Read with the Dogs 10:00am–11:00am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: , Special Events, Storytimes : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Ask A Teenager 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Looking for assistance with your smart phone, tablet, or laptop? Want to learn how to download e-books and audios, browse magazines using Flipster, or figure out that app you've been hearing about? This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Families" group Newborn and Infant Nutrition Support 10:00am–12:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Families This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Families Program Type: : Drop-in breastfeeding support and education will be offered at no charge by a trained peer counselor from Healthy Start Coalition with the goal of increasing knowledge and awareness for mothers. This event is in the "Adults" group Conversation Cafe 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, : Practice speaking English in a group setting. Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. Please call 941-955-0421 to register as an ESOL learner with the Literacy Council of Sarasota.
11 am			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group E-BOOK AND LIBRARY RESOURCES HELP DESK 11:00am–1:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Drop in for assistance using library technology including e-Books and audiobooks from Overdrive and the Cloud Library. 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Infant Feeding Support Group 11:30am–1:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Youth Activity 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Discussion Groups, , : Infant Feeding Support Group Community group open to WIC moms and the public to receive support and information about infant feeding including breast feeding. No registration required.		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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Story Time 11:00am–11:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, , Storytimes : Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, songs, dancing, learning Kindergarten readiness skills and craft activities. For ages 3-6.	This event is in the "Adults" group Great Courses DVD lecture : Great American Music Broadway Musicals 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room A This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: : In this DVD course, Professor Bill Messenger of the Peabody Institute of the John Hopkins University explores the origins and history of American musical theater, spanning two vibrant centuries.	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 "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 Family Game Day Featuring Giant Twister 11:00am–1:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Meeting 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 "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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: , Games : Come play board games both new and old. Connect 4, Operation, Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, Monopoly and much more! A variety of board games and one "life sized" board game will be featured each month. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Book Channel 11:00am–1:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Creation Station This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Creation Station : Join the production team of the library's teen podcast "A Pocketful of Rascals" to talk about your interests and record your thoughts on our radio show. Teen programs are recommended for grades 6-12.
12 pm		Reservation United State Census Bureau 12:00pm–5:00pm Meeting Room II This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Purpose of Room Use US Census Bureau Recruitment Interviews for Field Representatives	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Chess Club 12:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Clubs, Games : The Chess Club meets every Tuesday from 12-4 in the computer lab. No registration required.		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Skeletal Self-Adjustment 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , : A Sarasota Chiropractor teaches ways to restore movement to the skeletal system that you can perform on yourself.		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Gulf Gate Chess Club 12:00pm–4:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Meeting Room B This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: , Games : Chess lovers meet and play chess with other chess lovers. All skill levels are welcome.
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group E-Help 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Ask an E-Help volunteer for all your technology-related questions and predicaments. Held every Tuesday in the public meeting area. This event is in the "Adults" group Master Gardeners 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults Program Type: : Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified?	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Book - a - Tech Librarian 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Want to learn more about using a computer or your device? Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians. Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm. Call 941-861-1360 to sign up. Reservation Friends of Library 1:00pm–4:00pm Conference Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Purpose of Room Use Brainstorming for fund raising.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Master Gardener Plant Clinic 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , : 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Ask Jack 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Jack, The Computer Guy, will explain how your computer works and why it doesn't. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Bingo! 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Games : Free entry. Win prizes!	Reservation Teen STEM Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Meeting Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Purpose of Room Use Teen STEM Club This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Death Cafe of Venice 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups : Join the Death Cafe for monthly support and discussions on death the end-of-life. Visit www.deathcafe.com for more information. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group LEGO Club 1:30pm–3:30pm Children (5 to 9 years) Program Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
2 pm		This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Room 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs : Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, 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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Garageband Basics 2:00pm–6:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Center This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, : Get to know the basics of using Garageband, an Apple program used to record tracks for music and podcast makers.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group OverDrive and cloudLibrary Help Desk 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Learning Lab This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Technology Instruction : Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Room 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs : Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tuesday Movies 2:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Movies : New movies every Tuesday in the meeting room. Movie schedules are published bimonthly and available at the front circulation desk.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group OverDrive and cloudLibrary Help Desk 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Learning Lab This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Technology Instruction : Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Room 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs : Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group iPhones and iPads Tips for Intermediate to Adept Users 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Technology Instruction : Loose lecture-oriented discussion group for people who are relatively familiar with their Apple devices. Make the most out of your iPhones and iPads! This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Crafty Things: Button Tree Paintings 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required : Create a unique button tree painting! Bring your buttons, or use some from our collection. Buttons, canvases, and paint will be provided. Ages 12 and up. Limited to 8 participants, and registration is required. This event is in the "Adults" group Gulf Gate Spanish Conversation Group 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Meeting Room A This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, : 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. Everyone is welcome. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Garageband Basics 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Center This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, : Get to know the basics of using Garageband, a program used to record tracks for music and podcast makers. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Room 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs : Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Thursday Movies 2:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lectures, Movies : Are you a movie buff? Interested in watching critically acclaimed films and learning a little bit about the movie industry as well?	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Isha Yoga and Meditation for Beginners 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Juliano Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Juliano Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: : Come join us for an exploration of mindfulness and find your inner peace. 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Science Matters 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, : Meets every first and third Friday of the month. Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject. This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Keep Calm and Color On 2:30pm–4:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Storytime Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Special Events : Coloring pages, markers, color pencils, and crayons will be provided.
3 pm		This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interaction. 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 Read with the Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years) Program Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from Suncoast Humane Society. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Spanish Conversation Learning Group 3:30pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Spanish/En Español : Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5:00 join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.	This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Board Game Time 3:00pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Youth Program Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Games : Tuesdays, Aug. 14 - Dec. 18 from 3 - 5:30 p.m. Drop in and play a variety of board games including Harry Potter Clue, Ticket to Ride, Munchkin, 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 Chess Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Games : Children, tweens, and teens can drop in and learn how to play chess!		This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Movies 3:00pm–4:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Center This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Teen Center Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Movies : Fridays, Aug. 17 - Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. with a break on Nov. 23 Chill with friends and watch a movie.
4 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Knit and Crocheting Group 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed. 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 "All Ages" group Open Lab in the Creation Station 4:30pm–7:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages Creation Station 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 "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, , Technology Instruction : Come use our software and sewing machines on your own personal projects.	This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Middle School Service Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Volunteer Orientations & Programs Registration Required : Are you in Grades 6-8 and need service hours for school? Assist with at least one shelving/organizing hour or program each month! Assist with programs. Club members will sign a service agreement, attached. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room II This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, : A different project every week! Call or visit to find out what it is this week! Ages 6+. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Spanish Learning Group: Grammar (Intermediate) 4:30pm–6:30pm Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Spanish/En Español : Hola! Join us for an evening of learning intermediate Spanish grammar and vocabulary and practicing conversational skills.	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 Young Readers and Writers “Rock!” 4:00pm–5:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Story Time 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, , , Storytimes : A club for kids who love reading, writing, and nature! Five weekly sessions using nature as inspiration. Every Wednesday in August. Open to ages 7 and up. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Volunteer Orientation 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Volunteer Orientations & Programs Registration Required : All teens interested in volunteering at the Jacaranda Library can learn the ropes in this group orientation.
5 pm		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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group LEGO Club 5:00pm–7:30pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Storytime 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Games : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. This event is in the "Adults" group Monday Night Movies 5:00pm–8:00pm Adults Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies : Come and enjoy free movies on our big screen. Contact the library for movie titles. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Movie Nights 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Meeting Room A This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Movies : Join other teens on the second Monday of the month for movies and conversation. Titles are announced the month before and refreshments will be provided. For more information, please pick up a monthly event flyer at the library.	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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group LEGO Club 5:00pm–7:30pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Storytime 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Games : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. This event is in the "Adults" group Conversation Cafe : English Conversation Group 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Meeting Room B This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, : Practice speaking English! Please call 941-955-0421 to register as an ESOL learner with the Literacy Council of Sarasota. This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Lego Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Meeting Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Clubs, , Games : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Families welcome. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Craft Night 5:30pm–7:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Youth Activity Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required : Ages 11-18. Drop by to create new crafts each month. No registration required. Snacks will be provided.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Medicare 101 5:00pm–6:30pm Adults, Seniors Youth Activity Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: : Medicare 101 is a well-rounded presentation covering the basics of Medicare. For anyone becoming eligible for Medicare or currently on Medicare. Presented by SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders. 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 Make and Take Craft: Beach Bags 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station Registration Required : Use our sewing machines to make your own beach bag. All supplies provided; some sewing experience recommended. Limited to 8 participants, and registration is 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 "Families" group Discovery Lab Playground 5:30pm–7:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Veranda 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 "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction : Discover new technologies, devices and tools as you create and invent something new. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Gulf Gate Anime Club 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Learning Lab This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Movies : Join other Anime and Manga fans for discussion and refreshments. This event is for teens 13-18 years old. Anime viewing titles will be selected by attendees. Please see Robert at the library for more details.	This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Family Game Night 5:00pm–7:30pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Storytime Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Games : Join us for our weekly family board game night! We will supply various games for all ages but feel free to bring your own favorite to share!
6 pm			This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Tabletop Gaming with D&D 101 6:00pm–7:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Zone This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Games : Choose from a selection of familiar and unique games to play with friends! Snacks will be provided!	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Evening Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups : Monthly discussion of the Evening Book Club. Book discussion schedules are available at by the front circulation desk at the Jacaranda Public Library.	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 Introduction to Sewing 6:00pm–7:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Learn the fundamentals of sewing, from threading the machine to finishing touches. Make and take an item sewn by you! Materials are provided, class is free! 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 Your Idea Co. 6:00pm–7:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Creation Station 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Creation Station : Brainstorm inventions inspired by monthly challenges. Use the Creation Station to make your ideas a reality! Open to ages 7 and up.