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Oct
14
2024
Mon
Closing
Library Reopening Efforts (most libraries closed)
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library,
Elsie Quirk Library,
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library,
Fruitville Library,
Gulf Gate Library,
North Port Library,
Selby Library,
Pop-Up Library,
Virtual Events
Description:
At this time, most of our libraries remain closed due to Hurricane Milton.
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Oct
15
2024
Tue
Closing
Library Reopening Efforts (most libraries closed)
Branches:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library,
Elsie Quirk Library,
Fruitville Library,
Gulf Gate Library,
North Port Library,
Pop-Up Library,
Virtual Events
Description:
At this time, most of our libraries remain closed due to Hurricane Milton.
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Oct
16
2024
Wed
Closing
Library Reopening Efforts (multiple libraries closed)
Branches:
Elsie Quirk Library,
Fruitville Library,
Gulf Gate Library,
North Port Library,
Pop-Up Library,
Virtual Events
Description:
At this time, most of our libraries remain closed due to Hurricane Milton.
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Oct
17
2024
Thu
Closing
Library Reopening Efforts (Gulf Gate Library remains closed)
Branches:
Gulf Gate Library
Description:
At this time, Gulf Gate Library remains closed due to Hurricane Milton. All other libraries have resumed normal operations as of Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
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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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Health in Motion Bus
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
Details:
Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a Nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!
No appointment required.
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.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Quirky Readers Book Club
10:30am - 11:30am
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,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Let's Craft: Felt Raven
10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Details:
Join us to create a felt raven in the spirit of Edgar Allen Poe. Nevermore! Note we will be using hot glue and needles in this program.
Registration required.
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Technology Instruction
Details:
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?
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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.
Oct
17
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 "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
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.
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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.
Oct
18
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.
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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
Creation Station
Registration Closed
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.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Beginner Origami
10:30am - 12:30pm
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Creation Station Adult Lab: Easy Splashy Watercolor Bouquets
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Healthy Living
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Details:
Join Sheila Golden as she assist patrons in using watercolor to create loose and fun paintings of flowers that will be suitable for framing or matting. Patrons are welcome to bring their own supplies.
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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
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 "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Rotunda
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Mah Jongg for Experienced Players
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Adventure Begins at Your Library (Summer 2024),
Games
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Details:
Play Mah Jongg with other experienced players in the Rotunda and make new friends! Please bring your own NMJL card with your name on it.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Cancelled
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 "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
Creation Station
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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Cricut Discovery
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Creation Station
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Details:
Join us for a fun Cricut program and discover the endless possibilities of this innovative cutting machine. During the session, participants are encouraged to bring their own paper.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Creation Station Adult Lab: Coloring
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Join us for adult coloring in the Creation Station! You can use our coloring sheets or bring your own.
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
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Death Cafe
1:30pm - 3:00pm
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:
Discussion Groups
Details:
The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Cancelled
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Tech Navigator
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Group Study Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Learning Lab
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Cancelled
Adult Crafternoon: Handbuild Pottery
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Learning Lab
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Join Tess Craig of The Artful Giraffe for an afternoon of handbuild pottery. Participants will be taught technique and receive guidance throughout the workshop. All supplies are provided.
For adults. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
American First Ladies: Roosevelt to Kennedy
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Registration Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
History & Culture,
Lectures,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Join us for a visual lecture by Marilyn Carminio that highlights the personal side of life in the White House and the unique contributions each of these women has made to the nation.
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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
Creation Station
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.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Let's Get Crafty
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.
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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
Creation Station
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.
Oct
19
2024
Sat
Drop-In Clay Modeling
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
Details:
Our clay modeling program allows participants to explore their creativity and express themselves through the art of shaping and molding clay.
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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
Creation Station
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.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
The Knit Happens Club
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
Details:
Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to the North Port Library and join our club for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Registration Closed
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
18
2024
Fri
Fall Prevention 102 - Rescheduled!
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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:
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
39
Details:
If you attended Fall Prevention 101, you don’t want to miss this dynamic, educational workshop that dives deeper into the body systems involved in balance and mobility.
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.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Teen Center
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Game Night at the Library
4:00pm - 5:45pm
Teen Center
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Teen Center
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
Families,
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Details:
It's Game Night at Selby Library! Join us for a new game to learn and play each week. Recommended for ages 13+.
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
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.
Oct
15
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Movie Club
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
Movies
Details:
Movie Club is every 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Movie will begin promptly at 5:30pm.
Enjoy a movie with a short discussion afterwards about what you liked or disliked about the movie. There will be popcorn and snacks available.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Adults,
Seniors
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Cancelled
Time Sifters Presents: "Anthropology of Vampires and Zombies" Archaeology Lecture
5:45pm - 7:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Archaeology,
Cultural Life,
Lectures
Details:
Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society:
October 16, 2024
“Anthropology of Vampires and Zombies: From History to Speculation”
Dr. Maranda Kles
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Cancelled
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors
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.
Oct
16
2024
Wed
Cancelled
Yoga and Gentle Stretching
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
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Healthy Living
Details:
Karen Kreisler is a certified meditation, yoga, health and wellness instructor with over ten years of teaching experience.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room II
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Oct
17
2024
Thu
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Book Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups
Details:
Join us in-person as we discuss "Balzac and the little Chinese seamstress" by Sijie Dai for our monthly Book Club!
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