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Jan
1
2024
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,
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library,
Pop-Up Library
Description:
LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
01/02/2024 @ 10:00am - 01/13/2024 @ 5:00pm
Youth
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Craft Closet Clean Out: Grab & Go!
01/02/2024 @ 10:00am - 01/13/2024 @ 5:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Craft Closet Clean Out: Grab & Go!
Crafts will be available starting on Monday until we run out for that week.
Try again next Monday if we run out.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Cancelled
Pop-Up Stop: North Port City Hall Food Pantry
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Outreach
Details:
On the first Saturday each month, the Pop-Up partners with All Faith’s Food Bank. It can be spotted at the North Port Food Pantry signing people up for library cards and checking out books!
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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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Community 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.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Creation Station - Open Sewing Lab
10:00am - 12:00pm
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:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Use 1 of 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.
Machines are available on a First Come First Serve Basis.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Pop-Up Stop: Longboat Key
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Outreach,
Storytimes
Details:
On the first and third Tuesday of each month, the Pop-Up will be at Longboat Key with books for all ages and a Storytime for children. Swing by to sign up for a library card and read a book by the beach!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
French Conversation Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Cancelled
CAN Community Health
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
3
2024
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
Details:
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 "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Story Time 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 "Families" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Busy Little Hands Activity Hour
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:
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
Details:
Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and their families can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time Room.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Wagner's The Ring of the Nibelung, A Modern Fable. Presented by Joy McIntyre
10:30am - 11:30am
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
66
Details:
Joy McIntyre, Opera singer & Associate Professor Emerita, Boston University presents:
Wagner's The Ring of the Nibelung, A Modern Fable
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Jan
3
2024
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:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Families
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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 "Adults" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Socrates Café: Open Topic Discussions
10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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
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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.
Jan
4
2024
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
Details:
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.
Jan
4
2024
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
Details:
Come and get assistance with your genealogy questions from a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Details:
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Great Books Discussion Group
10:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups
Details:
The Great Books Discussion Group moderated by Ellen Bilangi, meets the 1st Thursday of each month, December through April. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1.
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.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Little Adventures Story Time
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,
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
Details:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Adult Reading with the Dogs
10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Mah Jongg for Beginner Players
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Learn to play Mah Jongg with other beginner players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Cards and game supplies are provided. Led by instructor Claudia A.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Good Samaritan Pharmacy
10:30am - 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:
Healthy Living
Details:
Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.
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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.
Jan
5
2024
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
Details:
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 "Youth" group.
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.
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room AB
This event is in the "Youth" group.
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.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Music with Dave Moran
10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Music in the Libraries,
Performances,
Special Events
Details:
Singer-guitarist Dave Moran entertains with favorite interactive children's songs.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Cancelled
Basic Conversational Spanish Class for Beginners
10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Due to unforeseen circumstances this class series has been cancelled.
Hola! Come and learn basic conversational Spanish with instructor Dan Duffy. This class is for persons who know little or no Spanish. Mr.
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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.
Jan
6
2024
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:
Green Living,
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
Details:
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.
Jan
6
2024
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,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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.
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.
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Make and Take
10:30am - 12:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Details:
Join us for an enjoyable craft session in the Veranda Room at the North Port Public Library! It will be a fun time of learning and building new crafting skills.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
2
2024
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
Details:
Assistance with genealogy questions from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers
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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.
Jan
3
2024
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
Details:
Join us at the North Port Library for storytime! Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Sertoma Mobile Hearing Clinic
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Details:
The Sertoma Speech and Hearing Foundation has a mobile vehicle completely outfitted with sound proofing, air conditioning, a screening/evaluation lab and the capability to fit and dispense hearing aids. They provide:
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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.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
Music Club
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen Center
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning,
Music in the Libraries
Details:
This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who like music as well. Anni Szantosi will teach and jam with participants.
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Center
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.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Selby Family Films
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Center
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Movies
Details:
Selby Family Films invites you to pick a movie to watch! Popcorn and drinks will be provided. All ages are welcome!
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.
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.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Beginner's 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,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Book Discussion
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
One Book Sarasota
Details:
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.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Green Living,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
First Friday Film Series
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movies
Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room AB
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Healthy Cooking with Chef Warren: Healthy Southern Cuisine – Retain the Flavor while Reducing the Fat and Salt!
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning,
Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining:
26
Details:
Join Chef Warren as he shares dozens of kitchen tips, cooking hints, and humorous anecdotes about the joys and chal
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.
Jan
2
2024
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:
Lifelong Learning,
Technology Instruction,
Virtual
Details:
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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Delicious Science with Subzero
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Explore the world of chemical reactions featuring liquid nitrogen, as Sub-Zero provides fun demonstrations of scientific principles, ending with a frozen treat! Space is limited.
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Reservation
Youth Activity Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Purpose of Meeting
Atoms & Particles: Some basics about the structure of the matter that makes up the universe. What is the evidence for dark matter and what role does it play? What is dark energy?
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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)
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jan
6
2024
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)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Games,
Lifelong Learning,
Technology Instruction
Details:
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.
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.
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.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
LEGO Club
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning,
Games
Details:
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)
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jan
6
2024
Sat
It's a Chocolate Party!
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Discussion Groups,
Games,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Chocolate, Chocolate Everywhere, an evening of chocolate everything, including trivia, games and tastings. This event is for ages 9-18. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Meditation and Guided Imagery
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Healthy Living
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Details:
Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Community Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Chef Warren #1: Floridian Cuisine - Quick and Healthy Meals Using Local Ingredients
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room
Registration Closed
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:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Healthy Living,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
48
Details:
Join Chef Warren as he shows you how to prepare quick and healthy meals using a variety of seafood, poultry and meat with locally grown fruits and vegetables.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
LEGO Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Families
Program Type:
Clubs,
Games
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
Community Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Alan Kitty is Mark Twain in "Original Sin”
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Registration Closed
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Cultural Life,
History & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining:
68
Details:
Alan Kitty is Mark Twain in "Original Sin”, an adaptation of Twain’s works "Extracts from Adam's Diary" and "Eve's Diary." Q&A to follow.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Meeting Room B
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
Jan
5
2024
Fri
Primary Readers Special Edition
3:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Details:
Join us for a book discussion, as well as crafts and activities related to the book. This month's book is Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy by Tui T. Sutherland.
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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.
Cancelled
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Jan
1
2024
Mon
Cancelled
Teen Writers Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Career Journeys,
Clubs,
Cultural Life,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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!
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Reservation
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
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.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
Tinker Tuesday
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room II
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
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.
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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)
Meeting Room AB
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
Read with the Dogs
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Special Events
Details:
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 "Youth" 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.
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Youth" 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.
Jan
3
2024
Wed
UF/IFAS: Worms
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Green Living,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Get the lowdown on the anatomy of worms and their benefits to our soil from UF/IFAS. Provides a hands-on learning experience.
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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
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
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.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veranda Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Healthy Living,
Music in the Libraries
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (LIVE)
Registration Closed
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Library Branch:
Virtual Events
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Games,
Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Details:
Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
4
2024
Thu
Cancelled
Pop-Up Stop: Old Miakka School House Potluck
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
Outreach
Details:
On the first Thursday each month, the Old Miakka School House hosts a community potluck dinner. Never to disappoint, the Pop-Up brings a dish of new reads and library services!
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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.
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Veranda 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.
Jan
2
2024
Tue
North Port Library Chess Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families
Program Type:
Clubs,
Games,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? Wish you knew how? Join us for instruction and fun. First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 6 - 7 p.m.
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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.
Jan
3
2024
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
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.
Jan
4
2024
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:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs
Details:
Let your imagination run wild with other Lego fans using our massive collection of bricks and accessories.
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