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

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group One Book 2020: Asolo Play Readers present "The Radium Girls" (On Demand) All Day 9/1–9/30 Adults, Seniors Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: One Book Sarasota, Performances, Virtual : As part of the 2020 One Book One Community program featuring “The Radium Girls” by Kate Moore, enjoy this theatrical reading of excerpts from the book as the Asolo Play Readers bring it to life. Kate Moore’s riveting true story of				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 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Halloween Costume Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Virtual 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 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 "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" 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: Virtual Events Age Group: 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Games, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Submit photos of you and your loved ones for the chance to win a simply sweet prize!
	This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Bits N' Pieces Puppet Theater presents Hansel and Gretel: A Virtual Performance All Day 9/18–10/18 Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Special Events : Master Puppeteer Jerry Bickel combines classic storytelling and irresistible music to create a fun-filled theatrical experience. Marionettes, big and small, perform together on stage in the beloved story of Hansel and Gretel.
	This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Bits N' Pieces Puppet Theater Presents Three Billy Goats Gruff: A Virtual Show All Day 9/18–10/18 Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Special Events : It is up to Bluff, Fluff and Tuff Gruff, the three goats, to cleverly cross a narrow bridge. “Trip, trap, trip, trap,” the goat’s feet go as they try to sneak across the bridge. “Who dares to cross my Bridge?” asks Upchuk the Bully Troll.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group Banned Books Week (On Demand) All Day 9/27–10/3 All Ages Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Discussions, , Virtual : Banned Books Week (September 27 - October 3, 2020) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read.
	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Banned Books Week Book Talks (On Demand) All Day 9/27–10/3 Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, : Banned Books Week (September 27 - October 3, 2020) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read.
		This event is in the "Adults" group Friendship Center's Road Scholar Program: The Genius Michelangelo, Part II (On Demand) All Day Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: , Lectures, Virtual : Join Renaissance art historian Elaine Ruffolo for the second part of her lecture on Michelangelo as we follow him to Rome and learn of his contentious relationship with Pope Julius II.		This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Story Time From Space! (On Demand) All Day Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual : Story Time from Space is a project of the Global Space Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit education foundation.	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 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Pumpkin Decorating Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Virtual 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 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 "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" 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: Virtual Events Age Group: 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Creation Station, Games, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Virtual : Submit photos of your best decorated pumpkin for the chance to win a super autumn decor kit for your home! Kit includes 1 door wreath, 1 table runner, 2 pillows, and 1 throw blanket
					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 "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Scores & Scares Short Film Contest 10/01/2020 @ 12:00am–10/23/2020 @ 5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Clubs, , Movies, Performances, Special Events, Virtual Registration Required : Earn the chance to win a FREE GoPro camera!* *Prize sponsored by the William H. Jervey, Jr. Endowment Fund.
					This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Book Tastings (On Demand) All Day 10/1–10/31 Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, , Virtual : Teen Book Tastings is a video series of book recommendations across various genres for teenagers. Join us each month for a different theme! This month's theme is horror and campfire stories. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
9 am		This event is in the "Seniors" group Cyber-Seniors: Zumba Gold for Seniors (Live) 9:00am–10:00pm Seniors Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Seniors Program Type: , Virtual : Seniors' Exercise Class with RC Fitnez Studio Instructor: Renee Burwell-Billie Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class and is designed to provide a suitable option for older adults see	This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group FORTY CARROTS: PARTNERS IN MOVEMENT (LIVE) 9:30am–10:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual : (2 years -5 Years old): Yoga, Dance, Gymnastics and more. This virtual group is for both parents and children to explore a child’s world while supporting fitness, emotional well-being and building social interaction skills. The Zo
10 am		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 FORTY CARROTS: STUDIO 40 (LIVE) 10:00am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Virtual 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: , Storytimes, Virtual : (1-5 years old) a FREE group hosted via the ZOOM platform featuring a captivating program of art, music, movement, science and other creative activities.		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group SHINE Presents: Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) (Live) 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Virtual : Rise and SHINE - A Kitchen Table series where you can learn about Medicare and enjoy your favorite cup of brew! Learn about your Medicare options, how to save on Part D costs and prepare for the AEP from a SHINE representative. This event is in the "Adults" group The Art of Piano Playing Summer Series (Live) 10:30am–11:30am Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: , Music in the Libraries : The Sarasota Music Archive presents The Art of Piano Playing Summer Series: Insightful Commentary and Performances by Professional Pianists	This event is in the "All Ages" group Facebook Live and On Demand 10:00am–10:30am All Ages Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: All Ages Program Type: , Virtual : Join us online for a Facebook Live program with staff from Libraries & Historical Resources. Missed this event? No problem, visit SRQCountyPlay on Facebook for archived videos.	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 "Families" group Baby Rhyme and Sign (Live) 10:00am–10:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual 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 "Families" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Families Program Type: , Storytimes, Virtual Registration Required : Meet baby friends and hang out with their cool caregivers, parents, and grandparents! Take turns waving hello, then sing along and bounce with other happy babies. Enjoy rhymes and a little book to brighten your day. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
11 am		This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Preschool Boot Camp 11:00am–11:30pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: , Virtual : Are you serious about getting your child ready for kindergarten? Join us for lessons in phonics, math, and more while giving your child the chance for social interaction and positive reinforcement from a caring teacher. 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 FORTY CARROTS: WOW- WELCOME TO OUR WORLD (LIVE) 11:30am–12:30pm Babies (Birth to 1 year) Virtual Event This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year) Program Type: Storytimes : Parents of newborns to 7 months of age. Forty Carrots will now be offering this group via a ZOOM platform.	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 "Families" group Storytime Adventure (Live) 11:00am–11:30am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual 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 This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual Registration Required : Join your friends for fun with books, puppets shows, music, and activities that promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-6. 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 FORTY CARROTS: BABY YOGA (LIVE) 11:00am–12:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year) Virtual Event This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year) Program Type: , , Storytimes, Virtual : (0-14 Months) Let’s breath, stretch, relax and bond with our little ones in this new virtual group. Each group offers a simple way to connect both emotionally and physically with your baby while connecting with others in your community.		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 Mid-Morning Poetry Lab (Live) 11:00am–12:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, Performances, Virtual Registration Required : Express yourself in an online workshop environment. Receive writing prompts and general inspiration from different presenters and your fellow poets, with ample time to write and share.	This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Preschool Boot Camp - October Session 11:00am–11:30pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: , Virtual : Are you serious about getting your child ready for kindergarten? Join us for lessons in phonics, math, and more while giving your child the chance for social interaction and positive reinforcement from a caring teacher. 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 "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Food Truck Fridays 11:30am–2:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" 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: Shannon Staub Library Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: , Special Events : Come on down to Shannon Staub Library and enjoy a delicious lunch from some of Southwest Florida's premier meals on wheels!
12 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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group ROAR! WITH FORTY CARROTS (LIVE) 12:30pm–1:30pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Virtual 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual : (2 years -5 Years old): We are started a new program with The Ringling called “Roar!
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Help via Zoom (Live) 1:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction, Virtual Registration Required : Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through a live, virtual appointment.	This event is in the "Adults" group Artistic Rivals Series: Édouard Manet & Edgar Degas (Live) 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures, Virtual Registration Required : Please join us for a special presentation series from Baila Miller on the Artistic Rivals that rocked the art world!
2 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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Facebook Storytime (Live and On Demand) 2:00pm–2:15pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Virtual 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 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual : Read, learn, and grow with us! Join us online for a Facebook Live Virtual Storytime. Come and join your favorite librarian from one of our 10 branches!					This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group LEGO Club Show and Tell (Live) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, Discussion Groups, , Virtual Registration Required : LEGO Fans! What have you been building? Meet up with other LEGO fans and show off what you've been up to! Ms. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
3 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps - Part 1 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: , , Virtual : Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Theatre Odyssey Playwriting Tutorial (Live) 3:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, , Virtual Registration Required : A team of adult and teen trainers will discuss the process of playwriting in preparation for Theatre Odyssey’s Ninth Annual Student Ten Minute Playwriting Festival. 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 Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps - Part 2 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: , , Special Events, Virtual : Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Kids' Fitness Club (Live) 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: , , Virtual Registration Required : Get moving and learn a little about your amazing human body in this fun exercise class with youth librarian, Heather Tweed, BSN, RN, MLIS, RYT-200. Recommended for ages 5 to 11. 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 Cyber-Seniors: COVID-19 Tracking Apps (On Demand) 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Technology Instruction, Virtual : Cyber-Seniors is committed to keeping senior citizens socially connected while remaining safe in their homes. Seniors can join a variety of live programs FOR FREE including online seminars (using ZOOM), or a one-on-one session. 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 UnidosNow Workshop 2: Choosing your best fit college (Live) 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Discussion Groups, , Lectures, Virtual Registration Required : Join Education Coordinator of UnidosNow, Esther Garcia, to learn about your first steps toward a college education. UnidosNow, through its opportunities in volunteering, leadership, education and mentoring, has been instrumental in 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 Kids' Fitness Club (Live) 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: , , Virtual Registration Required : Hello, Friends! This class is cancelled for today because no one registered. I hope you can go outside and enjoy the beautiful day as your exercise for today! 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 Virtual New Adult Summit (Live) 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Virtual Registration Required : Are you 18-35? Looking to network with like-minded people in your area? Want the chance to shape local events and social groups that are being developed? This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Graphic Novel Book Club for Teens: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (Live) 4:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Clubs, Virtual Registration Required : Join us as we discuss young adult graphic novels. A new book every week!	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Primary Readers Early Edition (LIVE) 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (5 to 9 years) Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, , Virtual Registration Required : The children get and read an early chapter book ahead of time. The book is then discussed during the meeting for characters, themes and how it is applicable to their life. 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 This event is in the "Families" group Teen/Tween Comedy Club (Live) 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Clubs, , Games, Virtual Registration Required : Play games (Box of Lies!, Charades, Taboo, Pictionary, Jeopardy and more) and be funny while you laugh your cares away. Bring your own snack. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
5 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Depolarizing Within Workshop (Live) 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Virtual, : Braver Angels brings together Red and Blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America.  Join this workshop to foster skills to help you lessen the effects of polarization when you encounter them in your political conversations.
6 pm			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 Art Space (Live) 6:30pm–7:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event 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 Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, , Virtual Registration Required : Soothe your mind while practicing the joy of creation with simple household materials and objects. This virtual program will be hosted in Zoom. Once you register you will be sent a confirmation email with information about using Zoom. 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 "Adults" group Florida Forts: On the Edge of Empire (Live) 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: , Virtual : Discover the amazing forts that now sit as relics to a bygone age in Florida History. The Spanish, English, French, and Americans all built major fortifications to control the all-important strategic peninsula.	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Scratch Coding 6:30pm–7:15pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: , Games, Technology Instruction, Virtual : Learn to code simple games with the free program, Scratch. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged as material builds progressively. Email htweed@scgov.net to register and find out 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Families" group Scary Story Nite (On Demand) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Virtual Event 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 "Seniors" 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussions, Clubs, Discussion Groups, , Movies, Outreach, Performances, Special Events, Storytimes, Virtual : Join us every Friday in October to hear stories woven by our ghost-host librarians that are sure to chill your spine and curdle your blood! Recommended for ages 7 and up.
7 pm						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 Bedtime Stories (On Demand) 7:00pm–7:15pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Virtual Event 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Enjoy a bedtime story read by a Sarasota County Library staff member followed by an activity or technique to help little ones sleep. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.