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.

Time	Sun (12/25)	Mon (12/26)	Tue (12/27)	Wed (12/28)	Thu (12/29)	Fri (12/30)	Sat (12/31)
All Day	Closing Libraries Closed for Holiday All Day 12/23–12/26 Branches: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, Elsie Quirk Library, Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, Fruitville Library, Gulf Gate Library, North Port Library, Osprey Library and History Center, Selby Library, Shannon Staub Library, William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
10 am			This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group Baby Rhyme & Sign 10:15am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years) Meeting Room B 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Learn sign language using books, rhymes, and songs followed by a special play time.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Master Gardeners - Plant Clinic 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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , : Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape, pest management, and gardening help from the University of Florida. These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County. 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 Tech Navigator 10:30am–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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction : Do you want help with... eBooks, movies, eAudiobooks Email how-to Using your device Library Database Resources Cyber Security Questions Printing Questions or something else?	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Cancelled Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Cancelled 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, Discussion Groups : Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors, All Ages 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: North Port Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: , Technology Instruction : Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills. 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 Good Samaritan Pharmacy 10:00am–1:30pm 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: : Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals. 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 Holiday Movie & Craft 10:15am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Storytime Room 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Movies : Enjoy a holiday movie, a craft and light refreshments! Movie: Rise of the Guardians Children ages 2 and up with a parent/caregiver.
11 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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: Adults Program Type: Genealogy			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 "Families" group Family Magic Show 11:00am–12:00pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Meeting Room AB (Staff only) 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 "Families" 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 AB (Staff only) Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Performances, Special Events : Join us for an entertaining and interactive magic show by Magician Dick Stevens! This program is for families with children. No registration required. Attendance is first come, first serve as room capacity is limited.
12 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 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 Craft Buffet 12:00pm–1:00pm 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), Families Youth Activity Room 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 "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: 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), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Events : Come to the library for an all-you-can-make craft buffet. Join us for the fun and make as many crafts as you'd like!
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Ayuda Tecnológica con una Bibliotecaria (Tech Navigator, Spanish) 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Group Study Room 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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Spanish/En Español, Technology Instruction Registration Required : ¿Quiere aprender más sobre... correo electrónico uso de computadoras uso de dispositivos móviles cómo descargar libros electrónicos cómo adjuntar un documento o una foto cómo usar MS Word, Excel, This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Master Gardener Plant Clinic 1:30pm–3:30pm 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: , : Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects. 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Tech Navigator 1:30pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors, All Ages Creation Station 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: , Technology Instruction, Virtual : Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.	This event is in the "Adults" group Socrates Cafe 1:30pm–3:00pm 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: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups : Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic teaching; the idea that we learn.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–3:00pm 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy : Genealogy Assistance. 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 Quirky Knitters 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Room 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 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: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, : Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat! 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 Ayuda Tecnológica con una Bibliotecaria (Tech Navigator, Spanish) 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Seniors Group Study 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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , Spanish/En Español, Technology Instruction : Tech Instruction in Spanish/ Outreach
2 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 This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group The Polar Express: Movie & Crafts 2:30pm–5:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Meeting Room B 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 "Families" 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: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Movies, Special Events : Join us for snacks, crafts, and a special showing of The Polar Express. This program is for families with children. No registration required. Attendance is first come, first serve as room capacity is limited.			This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Coding Club 2:30pm–3:30pm 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: , Technology Instruction : Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.
3 pm			This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Lego Club 3:00pm–5:00pm 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: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Events : Bring your imagination to life with LEGO®! Come build machines, animals, architecture, monsters, and more on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Every session will have a fun theme and LEGO pieces will be provided.			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Creativity Unleashed! 3:30pm–4:30pm 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: North Port Library Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs : An event where you can unleash your inner artist! Be free to create anything using any supplies, your only limit is your imagination!
4 pm			This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Families Meeting Room II 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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, : A different project every week! Ages 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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Video Gaming 4:00pm–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: Games : Teens and tweens can play video games with Wii, Switch and Playstation consoles. 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 Write Here! Writing and Resilience Workshop hosted by Dr. Emily Carr 4:00pm–6:00pm Adults Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: , Lectures Registration Required : Write Here! is a series of writing workshops sponsored by the Selby Public Library and hosted by Dr.	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Creation Station Junior 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Creation Station Registration Required : Learn new skills and get hands-on experience with different STEAM activities. For children ages 5-12. Registration is required.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Cine Selby 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium 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: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies : Enjoy some award winning international films with English subtitles. This month we will be showing "Umberto D." (1952), directed by Vittorio De Sica. 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 Wednesday Night Movie! 5:00pm–8:00pm 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Movies : Come and enjoy a feature length film on our BIG screen!	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group VPL Thursday Evening Films 5:30pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Community 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Movies : Non-Christmas Christmas Movies Babe G. Universal Pictures.