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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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 This event is in the "Families" group Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Meeting Room This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "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: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Storytimes : Join us for songs, rhymes, play, and of course great stories! Engage kids in visual literacy, language development, and social skills in a fun class presented by our Youth Services team. 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 Little Adventures: Yoga for Children with Didi McKay 10:30am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families 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 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , : Have fun moving, laughing, breathing, and trying asana - yoga poses - as we move and make sounds like animals, birds and insects. This event is in the "Adults" group Tai Chi Easy 10:30am–11:30am Adults Meeting Room- Classroom A 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: Osprey Library and History Center Room: Meeting Room- Classroom A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Registration Required : Tai Chi Easy is a simple, yet effective way of balancing your mind and body. Can be practiced seated or standing . Clear your mind find inner peace and strengthen your body all at the same time!	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Creation Station - Open Sewing Lab 10:00am–12:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Creation Station This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group 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 Room: Creation Station Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station : Use 1 of our 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines available on first come first serve basis. 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 : This special storytime features baby sign language, rhymes, songs, books, and playtime. Registration is not required. Attendance is first come, first serve as room capacity is limited. Please see youth staff the morning of the program. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Gentle Chair Yoga 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Community 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , Registration Required : Join us for a relaxing guided chair yoga session! *Registration required No mats needed, liability waivers required before each class.	This event is in the "Adults" group French Conversation Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Meeting Room B This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, : This event is in the "Adults" group Genealogy Assistance 10:00am–12:00pm Adults 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy : 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 "Seniors" group CAN Community Health 10:00am–2:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , : CAN Community Health will have a medical Bus available for anyone interested in free STD testing. If you have any questions about STD's and health, please feel free to come and ask CAN Community Health! No appointment needed. 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 Color & Craft! 10:15am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 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 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: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025) : Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Help us clean out our craft closet and also check out our coloring book collection! 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 "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 Wednesday Let's Pretend Day 10:30am–11:30am 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 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: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: , Games : 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. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Pop-Up Adult Coloring Lounge 10:30am–12:00pm 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: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts : Get into the adult coloring craze! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library. All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required. This event is in the "Adults" group Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Discussion Groups, : Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of the Socratic method: that we learn more when we respectfully list This event is in the "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 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 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 Cancelled Genealogy Assistance 10:00am–12:00pm 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 : Bring your questions and get assistance from a knowledgeable volunteer. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Navigator 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: North Port Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors 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. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Cooking with Chef Warren: Let's Get Cooking for Kids! 10:30am–11:30am Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , , Lectures Registration Required : Let's Get Cooking for Kids! Chef Warren will teach us about the importance of good nutrition, basic kitchen safety, and easy cooking techniques that will stay with them for a lifetime. 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 Little Adventures: Eating All Together Now 10:30am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families 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 "Families" 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: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Families Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , Games, Storytimes : For ages 2-5. Join us for pop-up playtime with food toys! This event is in the "Adults" group Good Samaritan Pharmacy 10:30am–1:30pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: : Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Life After Downton Abbey 10:00am–1:00pm Adults, Seniors Juliano Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Juliano Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Discussion Groups, Movies : 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 Family Playtime 10:15am–11:00am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Special Events : 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 "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 Fun To Be Fit "Littles" 10:15am–11:00am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room AB (Staff only) 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only) Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Special Events : Join Fun To Be Fit Kids with Ms. Adrianne! This is a music and movement program is designed for children and their caregiver(s) to spend quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise and having fun!	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 Story Trail 10:00am–12:30pm 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 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: Garden Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Families Program Type: , , Storytimes : 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creation Station: Make it and Take it for Adults! 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Registration Required : Summer Reading Finale 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 "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 Summer Learning Wrap-Up 10:30am–12:00pm 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 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 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts, Special Events : Due to the heat, this event has been moved inside. Celebrate with us as we wrap up our Summer Learning programs! We'll have fun with some arts and crafts and then enjoy a delicious wrap made by our friends at Mango Bistro.
11 am		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 Chair Yoga for Adults with Didi McKay 11:30am–12:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group 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: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , Registration Required : Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain.	This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Too Cool Tuesdays: Finger Paint Party! 11:00am–11:30am Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Youth Program Room 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: Selby Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts : Come and get creative using finger paints! Recommended for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome as needed. Space is limited, please pick up a ticket at the youth desk 30 minutes prior to the event starting. 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 Genealogy Assistance 11:00am–1:00pm Adults 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: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy : Come get assistance with your genealogy research. Bring your questions!	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Let's Get Together and Make Music with Stephanie Daige 11:00am–12:00pm Children (5 to 9 years) Youth Activity Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Artists in the Libraries, , Music in the Libraries, Special Events Registration Required : Teaching artist Stephanie Daige teaches students the basics of making music together. Please join us for this fun and educational program! 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 Storytime 11:15am–11:45am 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!		This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Fun Fridays: Learn and Play 11:00am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Youth Program Room 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: Selby Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Storytimes : A variety of fun learning activities geared for toddlers. All ages are welcome. Space is limited, come to the youth desk 30 minutes before the program for a ticket. 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group End of Summer Party with DJ Jam All Day 11:00am–1:00pm Families, All Ages Meeting Room 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: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Music in the Libraries, Performances, Special Events : Celebrate your summer reading success with a dance party featuring a photobooth and music from DJ Jam All Day!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Reading Finale 11:00am–1:00pm All Ages Veranda Room 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 Room: Veranda Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Events : Join the Library for our Summer Reading Festival Finale! Events to include: Make and Take with Jennifer 10:30 - 11:30 am and Noon - 1 pm Face Painting with Akiko 11 am - 1 pm
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 Family Afternoon Movie! 12:00pm–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), Families 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 This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Movies : Join us for an afternoon movie for the family: The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG). Snacks and drinks will be available! 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 Open Lab in the Creation Station 12:00pm–2:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" 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: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Get ready to create: you bring the idea, we bring the tools! 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 "All Ages" group Mote Exploration Booths: Radical Reefs and Totally Turtles 12:30pm–2:30pm All Ages Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Special Events : Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium brings some exploration booths that cover topics related to reefs and sea turtles. 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Cooking with Chef Warren: Indian Cuisine 12:00pm–1:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , , Lectures Registration Required : Join Chef Warren to find out why traditional Indian cuisine is not only layered with flavors and textures, but is incredibly healthy too! Registration is required and limited to 70 teens and adults. 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 END OF SUMMER PARTY! 12:00pm–2:00pm 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 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 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: 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), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Special Events : Celebrate your summer reading success with food, drinks, games, a photobooth, and music from DJ Jam All Day!		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creation Station: Make it and Take it for Adults! 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults, Seniors Creation Station Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts, , Special Events Registration Required : Summer Reading Finale Festival! 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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Delicious Science with Sub Zero Ice Cream 12:00pm–1:00pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families, All Ages Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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 "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: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , Special Events Registration Required : Ages 5 and up. Join us as we wrap up summer with an interactive scientific demonstration of the power of liquid nitrogen. Then, sample the delicious flash-frozen ice cream results. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
1 pm		This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Cooking Matters for Chefs and Kids 1:00pm–2:00pm Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room B Registration Closed Registration Required 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: , , Special Events Registration Required : Cooking Matters for Chefs and Kids uses flexible hands-on lessons to develop a love for cooking and the skills to make healthy food choices. Lessons include meal planning tips, activities, handouts, recipes, and food tastings.		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 End of Summer Party 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 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: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library 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: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Arts & Crafts, Games, Music in the Libraries, Special Events : Enjoy FREE activities for all ages as we celebrate the close of summer at the library with a community art-themed party!	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 Beginners Day with 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 Book Discussion 1:30pm–2:30pm 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: Book Discussions : Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 16 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 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 First Friday Film Series 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Meeting Room A This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies : 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.
2 pm			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 Chemistry: It Matters! MOSI Stage Show 2:00pm–3:00pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) 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 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: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: : Celebrate your successful summer learning with an action-packed Museum of Science & Industry stage show on chemistry with colorful bubbles and explosions. All ages. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Travelogue - Sri Lanka 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Meeting Room A Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Lectures Registration Required : Sri Lanka, the land of serendipity and Pearl of the Indian Ocean, is the oldest continuous Buddhist country in the world. 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 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Group Study Room 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 "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Peace River Wildlife Center Animal Encounter 2:00pm–3:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room AB (Staff only) 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only) Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , , Special Events : Meet beautiful birds and other members of our local Florida wildlife during this presentation from the Peace River Wildlife Center! Learn all about what makes these amazing creatures unique, and about how they live in the wild.	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 "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group The Nerdy Noah Show (End of Summer Celebration) 2:00pm–2:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families, All Ages Meeting Room AB (Staff only) 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 "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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only) Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Performances, Special Events : Celebrate the end of summer reading with a show by Nerdy Noah!	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Make Florida's Rainy Season Work For You 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: , Lectures : Join us to learn more about the benefits of rain when it comes to your home landscape. Topics will include reprogramming your irrigation controller easily, smart irrigation systems, and collecting rainwater. 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 Bird Show with Luna the Owl and Friends 2:00pm–3:30pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Meeting Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group 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: Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families, All Ages Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), , , Lectures, Special Events : Join us for an amazing animal meet and greet with the Peace River Wildlife Center! Luna the screech owl and his bird friends will teach you all about Florida wildlife and answer questions with the help of their human ambassadors. This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group Primary Readers Early Edition 2:00pm–4:45pm Children (5 to 9 years) Meeting Room B Registration Closed Registration Required 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Movies, Special Events Registration Required : For the summer we will be watching a movie after discussing a book for content, characters and themes. This month's book is Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey.	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group LEGO Club 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 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: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Clubs, Games, : 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.
3 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 Summer Lego Day 3:00pm–4:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Meeting 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 "Families" 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: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Clubs, Games : Bring your imagination and build with Legos of all sizes. Reservation SNAP Application Assistance 3:30pm–5:30pm Group Study Room This is not a library sponsored event. Library Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Group Study Room Purpose of Room Use SNAP/ Medicaid application assistance will be provided through All Faiths Food Bank Mondays from 3:30-5:30 p.m.	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 Chemistry: It Matters! MOSI Stage Show (Second Group) 3:15pm–4:15pm Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) 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 "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: Fruitville Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: : Celebrate your successful summer learning with an action-packed Museum of Science & Industry stage show on chemistry with colorful bubbles and explosions. All ages.		This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Primary Readers Next Edition 3:00pm–4:45pm Tweens (9 to 12 years) Storytime Room Registration Closed Registration Required 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: Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Events Registration Required : This month's book is TBD. Snacks and drinks will be served. Please pick up a copy of the book at the Youth Services Desk to read before the meeting. For ages 9 - 12. Registration is required. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Video Game Day 3:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Meeting 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 "Families" 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: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Families Program Type: Clubs, Games : Ages 11-18 will have time to collaborate and play Wii U together on our big screen. We will be starting with a Smash Bros Tournament.
4 pm		This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Writers Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: , Clubs, , : If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! We will be meeting weekly on Mondays @ 4 p.m. Ages 12-18 welcome! This event is in the "Adults" group Knit and Crocheting Group 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Fruitville Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts : Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.	This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group LEGO Club 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 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 : Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. For children ages 5-12. Registration is not required. Attendance is first come, first serve as room capacity is limited. This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Meet the Pups! 4:00pm–5:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Gaming and Karaoke 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 : Play Nintendo Switch games, board games, foosball and ping pong. Try some karaoke! 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 Read with the Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room AB (Staff only) 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: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Staff only) Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Special Events : Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Shark Tales-Shark Reproduction 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Veranda 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: Veranda Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Lectures : Cool facts about how sharks create more sharks! Please register here: 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Crystal Bowl Sound Bath 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Veranda Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group 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: North Port Library Room: Veranda Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Music in the Libraries Registration Required : Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing. This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (LIVE) 4:00pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Registration Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Games, Virtual Registration Required : Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.
5 pm			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 Family Game Night 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 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: Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Games : 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 "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 Coffee with COVENTRY 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Meeting Room Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group 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: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors, Families Program Type: Color Our World (Summer 2025), Music in the Libraries Registration Required : Join us for a special evening with musical guest Douglas Coventry. Help yourself to a cup of coffee and pastry snack as you enjoy music from one of the finest acoustic performers in Southwest Flor 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 LEGOs 5:00pm–7:00pm Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 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 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: 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), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Games : Join us for LEGOs in the Storytime Room on Thursday from 5-7. Both DUPLOs and regular LEGOs will be available.
6 pm				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 Lego Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.