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May
29
2023
Mon
Closing
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
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,
Virtual Events,
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
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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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Story Time Room
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Lego Club
10:30am–11:30am
Story Time Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs
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CALLING ALL BUILDERS!
Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Crafting Hour in the Creation Station: Cricut Mug Press
10:30am–12:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
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Join us for an hour of crafting in our Creation Station. Each month we'll explore a different piece of equipment!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
31
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
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Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
31
2023
Wed
Knit and Crocheting Group
10:15am–12:00pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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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 "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
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program 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
May
31
2023
Wed
Wednesday Let's Pretend Day
10:30am–11:30am
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
,
Games
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Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Yak and Yarn
10:00am–11:30am
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Discussion Groups
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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 "Adults" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
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Bring your questions and get assistance from a knowledgeable volunteer.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Tech Navigator
10:00am–12:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Good Samaritan Pharmacy
10:00am–1:30pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
:
Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.
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
Cancelled
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)
Community 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 "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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Cancelled
Youth summer program
10:00am–4:00pm
Community Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
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)
Program Type:
Special Events
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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
:
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
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
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 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
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Partners in Play®
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Room
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Little Adventures
10:30am–11:30am
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
,
Games,
Storytimes
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For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Juliano Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Life After Downton Abbey
10:00am–1:00pm
Juliano Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Juliano Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Movies
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Enjoy a cup of tea while discussing British movies and television series with a very welcoming group.
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
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 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
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Family Playtime
10:15am–11:00am
Storytime Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
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Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Family Playtime is a drop-in self guided program where children can explore our toy collection.
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
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Bilingual Children's and Family Music with Evan and Vanessa
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Music in the Libraries,
Special Events
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Music duo Evan and Vanessa will perform songs in both English and Spanish, accompanied by a variety of interactive sound and listening activities
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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.
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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
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Garden
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
Jun
3
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Garden
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
,
,
Storytimes
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Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book the first Saturday of every month!
In case of rain, Story Trail will be set up in the Kids' Zone.
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
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
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
Jun
3
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
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Drop in and crochet! Beginners and experienced crocheters welcome. Bring your own supplies or use ours. Recommended for ages 9 and up.
Meeting spot will vary. Please ask at a service desk for today's location.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jun
3
2023
Sat
Creation Station: Make it and Take it for Adults!
10:30am–12:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
:
Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Creation Station at the North Port Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Learn to Knit with Wanda
11:00am–12:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Lectures
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Three week Beginning Knitting Series starts May 16th!
Tuesdays at 11a.m.
Lesson #1: Cast on and Knit! May 16th
Lesson #2: Progress with Purl! May 23rd
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
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Come get assistance with your genealogy research. Bring your questions!
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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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Veranda 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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
May
31
2023
Wed
Storytime
11:15am–11:45am
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
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Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!
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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
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Meeting Room
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Travelogue with Jane Mahler - Africa - Aboseli National Park - Kenya Volcanoes National Park - Rwanda
11:00am–12:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
,
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Amboseli National Park – Kenya
Volcanoes National park – Rwanda
Amboseli National Park has the most elephants of all the parks in Kenya, including some of the oldest. There were plenty of other animals to see, and lots of beautiful birds.&
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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
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
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 "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Families" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Open Lab in the Creation Station
12:00pm–2:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
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Bring your creativity! Explore Cricut Air Explore 2, 3D printing, sewing machines, button makers, and more. A library staff member will be available to answer questions and assist with equipment setup.
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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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Forty Carrots: Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
:
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 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
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Partners in Play®
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
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For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
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This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Families,
All Ages
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Hula Hooping
12:00pm–12:45pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Special Events
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Move and groove at the library at our FREE hula hooping series with Miss Amy! All skills and all ages are welcome.
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
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
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 "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Forty Carrots Partners in Play
12:00pm–1:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
:
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.
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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
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Beginners Day with Quirky Knitters
1:00pm–3:00pm
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
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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 "Adults" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Book Discussion
1:30pm–2:30pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions
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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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
1:30pm–3:30pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
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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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
First Friday Film Series
1:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movies
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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.
Reservation
Youth Activity Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Purpose of Room Use
Hydrogen and its uses! What are some of the properties and reactions of hydrogen? A look at hydrogen fuel cells and other potential applications. What is blue hydrogen? What is green hydrogen?
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Hand Sewing: Fruit Buttons
2:00pm–3:30pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
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Join us and practice your hand sewing and embroidery skills to create a little bag that closes with a fruity button!
~Registration Required~
Supplies provided, no experience required.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Tai Chi Easy TM with Gail Pettit, MS, LDO Certified Instructor
2:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
:
Tai Chi Easy TM with Gail Pettit, MS, LDO Certified Instructor
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Group Study Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Tech Navigator
2:00pm–4:00pm
Group Study Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
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Technology Instruction,
Virtual
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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.
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This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Storytime Room
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Jun
2
2023
Fri
Creation Station Junior Open Lab
2:00pm–3:00pm
Storytime Room
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Creation Station
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Drop in during our open lab hours to learn new skills and get hands-on experience with different STEAM activities.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
3
2023
Sat
Hurricane Preparedness with Sarasota County Emergency Management Services
2:00pm–3:30pm
Veranda Room
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
,
:
Prepare early, plan ahead!
Hurricane season is June 1-Nov. 30.
Come meet your Sarasota County Emergency Management team and learn how to get ready BEFORE disaster strikes.
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
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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
Jun
3
2023
Sat
LEGO Club
2:00pm–3:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Clubs,
Games,
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Ages 5 and up. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Creations will be on display in the youth area for one week following the programs.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
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
Jun
3
2023
Sat
Coding Club
2:30pm–3:30pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
,
Technology Instruction
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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.
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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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Story Time Room
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Read with the Dogs
3:30pm–4:30pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
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Drop in during this one-hour session to meet certified pet therapy dogs from Suncoast Humane Society and their parents.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
,
:
Meet therapy dogs and their owners. Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!
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 "Families" group
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Tinker Tuesday
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room II
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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,
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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
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Video Gaming
4:00pm–6:00pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Games
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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.
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This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Tween/Teen Music Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
,
Music in the Libraries
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Join teen musician, Annie Szantosi, to jam and talk about music. Bring your own instrument or play along with provided percussion instruments.
Recommended for ages 9 and up.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (LIVE)
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Library Branch:
Virtual Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Games,
Virtual
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Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.
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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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Storytime Room
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Family Game Night
5:00pm–7:00pm
Storytime Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Games
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Join us for Family Game Night in the Storytime Room on Tuesdays from 5 - 7.
Various board games/tabletop games will be available.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
30
2023
Tue
Cine Selby
5:00pm–7:30pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movies
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Enjoy some award winning international films with English subtitles.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
31
2023
Wed
What you need to know about Medicare
5:00pm–6:00pm
Veranda Room
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
,
Lectures
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- Understanding Medicare
- Know penalties and deadlines
- Medicare Parts A and B
- Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C)
- Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D)
- Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap)
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Story Time Room
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
May
30
2023
Tue
Lego Club
6:30pm–7:30pm
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Clubs
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CALLING ALL BUILDERS!
Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.
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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
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
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
May
31
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
LEGO Club
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
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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
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Meeting Room
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
Jun
1
2023
Thu
Lego Club
6:30pm–7:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Clubs
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CALLING ALL BUILDERS!
Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.
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