Week Calendar

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.

SHINE counselors provide free, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.

Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

For Medicare appointments call the Elder Help Line at 1-866-413-5337 to request a referral to a SHINE Medicare Counselor.  

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

Family Movie: Frozen (rated PG). Join Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf in this icy adventure.

Drop in and use our tablets to play on the popular online website Roblox. Hang out with friends while you play games and build characters.

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.

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.

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

Sign Language program for children 0 - 2 1/2 years old. Learn with Beebo the Signing Bear using songs, books, and toys. Older siblings welcome.

This program is geared toward babies from newborn to age 2 ½ years. The 45 minute program includes songs, baby sign language, a book and playtime. Older siblings are welcome.

Family Movie: Smallfoot (rated PG). Join Migo, a Yeti, as he goes in search to prove that humans, "smallfoot", really do exist.

Drop in and make some crafts to celebrate the new year, then count down to noon as you watch the ball drop with your

Enjoy some popcorn while watching a classic movie on the large screen.  Contact the library for movie titles.  

Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs.

For ages 0-1.

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

 Ask Bob, our local Windows expert, any questions about your PC or Laptop.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Have experienced and trained gardeners answer your botanical questions from every first and third Thursday morning in study room C. 

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month, November through April. This group will finish reading selections from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 4 and begin Great Conversations 5.

Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children.

For ages 1-3.

Interact and participate with your child in a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.  For children ages 0-5. 

Do you struggle with a way to squeeze in a your daily steps? Join librarians for a walk and chat.

Presents from far away have arrived just for you!  With each present, storyteller Katie Adams unwraps a toy that introduces a holiday tale.  

Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.

New to the Internet?  Come learn how to conduct a basic Internet search on one or two search engines.  Leave this class knowing how to get on the Internet highway as well as the meanings of some of those acronyms such as html, isp,

UF/IFAS presents healthy eating options for children and families. Demonstrations and samples are offered. 

Preschoolers, ages 2 ½ - 5 and their parent, guardian or caregiver are invited to join us for stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and crafts. There is a different theme every week.

Learn about agencies and the program that they offer to the Special Needs community. Discover what MedWaiver is, and why you need it.

Practice speaking English! Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. This is a intermediate level conversation group.

DUE TO LIBRARY CLOSURE, THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT SHANNON STAUB LIBRARY FOR THE WEEKS OF 12/7/19 AND 1/4/20.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Weekly meeting of local chess enthusiasts. Join in the fun! Questions? Call Heather at 941-861-1273.

Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, songs, dancing, learning kindergarten readiness skills and craft activities.

For ages 3-5.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Ages 7-12. Each month has a new topic relating to Science, Engineering, Technology, or Math! Registration is required and light snack are served.

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

Come build, experiment, and create with our 3D printer, laser cutter, sewing machines, and more. Bring your own projects for development, prototyping, and production, or start something new. 

Chess lovers meet and play chess with other chess lovers. All skill levels are welcome.

Take a tour of some new and unique board game titles by spending a 15-minute guided lightning-round with each game! 

Teen programs are recommended for ages 11-18. 

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

Help with laptops, cell phones

Come get advice and help with how to use your electronic gadgets such as cell phones, tablets.  Meet at table in public area near the Reference Desk.  First come, first serve.

Join us as we read this month's book, Far From Agrabah by Aisha Saeed. After discussing the book, we will be watching the new live action Aladdin. Ages 9-12.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

Want to learn more about Florida-friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified?

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources!

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

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.

On the first Friday afternoon of the month, watch a movie that is hosted by film professor Maryann Dahlen, who will invite the audience to discuss the movie after its showing.

Learn to download library eBooks and audio books onto your device.

For the twenty minute appointment, you will need:

1. Your Sarasota County Library Card number and pin number

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

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.

New movies every Tuesday in the meeting room. Movie schedules are published bimonthly and available at the front circulation desk. 

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources! 

Come and join the book discussion group on the first Thursday of the month. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. This book club is sponsored by Friends of Gulf Gate Library.

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.

Join us for a movie made 10 years ago and a snack! 

Join us for an afternoon of coloring.

Explore augmented reality with iPad apps and an Oculus Quest headset!

Learn to download library eBooks and audio books onto your device.

For the twenty minute appointment, you will need:

1. Your Sarasota County Library Card number and pin number

Meets every first and third Friday of the month.

Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject.

Primary Readers EE

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

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.

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence

when accessing electronic resources.

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.

Join us for our weekly board game night!  Choose from our collection or bring one of your own!

Kids will get an introduction to coding through fun hands on games and activities. Ages 5-9

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.

Do you want to share your anime/manga obsession with other Otaku? Come to the club! We will enjoy talking about Japanese culture, eating Japanese snacks, and of course, watching anime!

A different project every week!

Call or visit to find out what it is this week!

Ages 6+.

Hola! Join us for an evening of learning intermediate Spanish grammar and vocabulary and practicing conversational skills.

A club full of fun reading, writing, and gardening adventures, with nature providing prompts for our exercises.

For ages 6 and up.

The chess club is an opportunity to play friendly games of chess in a low-stress environment. Patrons of all ages and levels are welcome to come, as help is given to those who need it! Chess boards and pieces will be provided.

Join Us for our Teen Movie: Alice Through the Looking Glass, 5 - 7 p.m.

Snacks will be provided.

Watch your book club book come to life on the big screen!

This month we are reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis  and then watching the movie at the end of the month!