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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Group Study Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
SNAP Application Assistance
10:00am–5:30pm
Group Study Room
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Group Study Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
:
A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. Appointments are preferred but not required.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Fun to be Fit Kids
10:30am–11:15am
Meeting Room
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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)
Program Type:
Special Events
:
Fun To Be Fit Kids is a music and movement program for children and their caregivers to attend together.
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
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
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Storytime
10:30am–11:15am
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
:
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Trauma Injury Prevention: Fall Risk Assessment Screening
10:30am–11:30am
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
:
Know your risk! Join HealthConnection to learn about fall risk reduction. Each participant will be provided accurate and individualized balance and fall risk assessments.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Adult Coloring Group
10:30am–12:00pm
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring! We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Community Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Creation Station Sewing - Key Fob and Luggage Tag
10:00am–12:00pm
Community Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Join us and learn how to make a Luggage Tag and a Key Fob Strap. All materials will be provided. Ages 13 and up. Must Know How to Sew. Registration is Required
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 "Families" group
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
Meeting Room B
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 "Families" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Stories and a Craft
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!
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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Organize Your Computer Files
10:30am–12:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Technology Instruction
:
This workshop is for those who have some experience with computers and who want to feel comfortable and confident managing their files. We will cover how to use flash drives, and drives, and cloud-based storage.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Crochet a Mug Rug
10:00am–12:00pm
Community Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Join us for this fun relaxed class and learn how to crochet a Mug Rug. Limit 6, 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
,
,
:
Join Sarasota Extension Services Master Gardeners for questions pertaining to Florida-friendly gardening, composting, and identifying insects.
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Families
Conference 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Knit and Crocheting Group
10:15am–12:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
Fruitville Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station
:
Join us at the Fruitville Library with your knit/crochet projects. All ages and skills are welcome. Supplies and knowledgeable members are on hand to help anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet.
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)
Story Time 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
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Busy Little Hands Activity Hour
10:30am–11:30am
Story Time Room
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Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Games,
Lifelong Learning
:
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 "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
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Let's Pretend Day
10:30am–11:30am
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
,
Storytimes
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Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Creation Station: Open Sewing Lab
10:30am–12:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Technology Instruction
:
Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with basic sewing machine experience.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Yak and Yarn
10:00am–11:30am
Conference Room
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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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
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 "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)
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Venice Kids' Yoga
10:30am–11:00am
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Healthy Living
:
Little ones and their special grown-ups are welcome to learn and practice yoga with Sarah of Venice Kids' Yoga.
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 II
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
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Musical Motion
10:30am–11:30am
Meeting Room II
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Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Meeting Room II
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning,
Storytimes
:
Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Collage the Summer
10:30am–12:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Join Debbie Papp for a cardmaking adventure as she shows you how to whip up summer-themed collages on a variety of cards! Then, take it up a notch by adding texture with an embossing machine.
Reservation
Conference Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Conference Room
Purpose of Room Use
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
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Life After Downton Abbey
10:00am–1:00pm
Juliano Room
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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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Fun to be Fit: Littles
10:15am–11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
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Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies (Birth to 1 year),
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Join presenter Adrianne Pezzella for a special music and movement program especially for children and their caregivers to attend together. Enjoy quality time together singing, dancing, getting some exercise, and having fun!
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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
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Meeting Room- Classroom A
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
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Art Club for Kids
10:15am–11:15am
Meeting Room- Classroom A
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Library Branch:
Osprey Library and History Center
Room:
Meeting Room- Classroom A
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Every third Saturday of the month, this program will focus on a famous artist. Children will learn about famous artists and their methods and create their own masterpieces based on the style of that artist.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Suncoast Writers Guild Readers Workshop
10:15am–12:00pm
Youth Activity Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Clubs,
Discussion Groups,
Special Events
:
The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
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
:
Get expert and experienced genealogy research assistance. Bring your questions
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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
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers. Bring your questions!
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 "All Ages" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
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 "All Ages" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County, Health in Motion staff will be on-site to provide no-cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness.
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
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Storytime
11:15am–11:45am
Veranda Room
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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Off the Shelf Book Club - Venice
11:45am–12:45pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussions,
Discussion Groups
:
Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight!
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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
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
Aug
14
2025
Thu
ROAR! On the Road with Ringling
11:00am–12:00pm
Program Room
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Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Storytimes,
:
Come and have some fun at our special story time where we'll connect art with early literacy with ROAR! At this program we'll read together, make art and learn about an object in The Ringling Museum!
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Health in Motion: Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Screening
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Youth,
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Venice Kids' Yoga
11:15am–11:45am
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,
Toddlers (1 to 3 years),
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Healthy Living
:
Little ones and their special grown-ups are welcome to learn and practice yoga with Sarah of Venice Kids' Yoga.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Hexagon Quilt Making
11:00am–12:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Lifelong Learning
:
Learn the basics of hexagon quilt making with Riley. Attendees will learn how to create the quilt pieces and be able to take a few hexagons home to start their own quilt!
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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
Classroom B
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
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Read with the Dogs
11:15am–12:15pm
Classroom B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Osprey Library and History Center
Room:
Classroom B
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:
:
Every third Saturday of the month, children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Free Nutrition and Cooking Class
12:00pm–1:00pm
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Room:
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Cooking & Nutrition,
Healthy Living
:
Get simple strategies for eating healthy and learn how to make delicious, healthy food! You get to eat what you make and take home a bag of groceries. Registration required.
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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
Cancelled
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
Adults
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
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Cancelled
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),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Music in the Libraries,
Performances
:
Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who enjoy music.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Genealogy
:
Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteer genealogists. Bring your questions!
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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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
The Uke Days of Summer
1:00pm–2:00pm
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:
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Music in the Libraries
:
Join us to make this summer musical with the joyful sound of the ukulele!
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning,
Virtual
:
The Writer’s Circle was created for writers of all genres and experience levels.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Virtual Events
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
,
Virtual
:
The Writer's Circle was created for writers of all types and genres. Whether you write Fiction, Poetry, Lyrics even Stand-Up Comedy; here, you will find a welcoming place via Zoom to share and if you wish to, discuss your work.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled
Adults
Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Socrates Cafe: Open Topic Discussions
1:30pm–3:00pm
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:
Discussion Groups
:
Everyone is welcome to the open-topic discussions of the Socrates Cafe.
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Creation Station: Watercolor Printmaking with Judy Levine
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:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Creation Station,
,
:
Learn to combine the techniques of watercolor and printmaking to make stunning designs.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
14
2025
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
:
Come and get one-on-one genealogy research from expert and experienced volunteers. Bring your questions!
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
Aug
14
2025
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
:
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
OneBlood bus will be in the Venice Library parking lot taking blood donations.
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
Aug
14
2025
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:
,
:
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Storytime 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
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Intro to Vex IQ Robotics Engineering and Coding: Robotics Coding - Distance and LED Sensors
1:00pm–2:00pm
Storytime Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Lifelong Learning
:
Explore the world of robotics engineering and coding with this exclusive series of classes provided by Create.Solve.Lead. INC, an independent tech education organization led by local volunteers. Each class will cover a different topic.
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
Aug
16
2025
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
:
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Daisy Painting with Pop Up Art School
2:00pm–3:30pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Artists in the Libraries,
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
:
Capture the warmth of sunshine in this acrylic painting of daisies on paper! Learn brush techniques for creating petals and leaves that spill beyond the borders of the blue background.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Adult Craft: Soapmaking
2:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Back by popular demand! We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with a wide variety of scents.
All supplies provided, and space is limited.
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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
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:
,
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 "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Adult Craft: Soapmaking - session 2
2:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Back by popular demand! We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with a wide variety of scents.
All supplies provided, and space is limited.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Learning Lab
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Arts & Crafts - Junk Journaling
2:00pm–4:00pm
Learning Lab
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Discussion Groups
:
Spend a creative hour reflecting on your life journey. All materials will be provided but feel to bring your personal items. 15 to over 18. *** First come, first seated***
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room B
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Spanish Conversation Group
2:00pm–3:30pm
Meeting Room B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups
:
Improve your Spanish by joining the group. For teens and adults.
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Adult Craft: Soapmaking - session 3
2:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Shannon Staub Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
:
Back by popular demand! We will use glycerin soap base to create beautiful soaps with a wide variety of scents.
All supplies provided, and space is limited.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Be Prepared! Hurricane Awareness
2:00pm–3:00pm
Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Lectures,
Special Events
:
Prepare early, plan ahead! Hurricane season is June 1 - Nov. 30.
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 "New Adult (18-30 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),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Conference 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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Letters Against Isolation
2:00pm–4:00pm
Conference Room
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:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Help us combat loneliness and spread joy by writing anonymous handwritten letters to isolated seniors. Come and write your stories and create engaging letters with stickers and fun stationary!
Reservation
Youth Activity Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Youth Activity Room
Purpose of Room Use
Topic: Birds—Our Feathered Friends
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Games
:
Have you always wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Now's the chance! This group, open to teens, is here to be just that. Our first meeting will begin with a session 0 to determine how often we want to meet, and create our characters.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Games
:
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
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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)
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
16
2025
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,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Games,
Technology Instruction
:
Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine.
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Veranda Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Stained Glass Mosaic
2:00pm–3:30pm
Veranda Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Veranda Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Lifelong Learning
:
Use stained glass pieces to create a beautiful 5X7 colorful inspirational stained glass mosaic collage. Color Your World with beautiful dancing color patterns as the sunlight shines through your Collage!
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This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group
This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program 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
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Read with the Dogs
3:30pm–4:30pm
Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Elsie Quirk Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years),
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Storytimes
Read with the Dogs
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Drums of Unity | Drums For All Ages!
3:00pm–4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Lifelong Learning,
Music in the Libraries,
Performances
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Drums of Unity is an opportunity for participants to join in a fun, dynamic, and positive group activity. Interaction, cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, active memory and fun are all part of this unique activity.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Games
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Cancelled
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Tools to Quit Smoking
3:00pm–5:00pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Discussion Groups,
Healthy Living,
Lifelong Learning
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Group Quit is the in-person option of Tobacco Free Florida's Quit Your Way Program.
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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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Creation Station
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Knitting 101
3:30pm–5:00pm
Creation Station
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Library Branch:
North Port Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Creation Station,
Cultural Life,
Lifelong Learning
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Curious about knitting but don’t know where to start? Join Janet for her Knitting 101 class, a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the basics of this timeless craft.
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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)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
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:
,
Clubs,
,
Discussion Groups,
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If you like writing your own pieces or would like to grow your creativity, come join us for our Teen Writers Club! Enhance your writing skills, participate in free-writing exercises and get feedback on written work.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Youth Activity Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Doodle Club
4:30pm–5:30pm
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:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits,
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Creation Station,
Special Events
:
Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs.
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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)
Storytime Room
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
Aug
12
2025
Tue
LEGO Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Storytime Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Creation Station,
Lifelong Learning
:
LEGO Club is back! Join us every other Tuesday in the Creation Station to show off your LEGO building talents. Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Healthy Living
:
Meet therapy dogs and their owners in the Teen Center on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. 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 "Youth" 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
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Storytime Room
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
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Kids Drop-in Crafts: Fuse Beads
4:00pm–7:00pm
Storytime Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Cultural Life
:
Stop in and make your very own fuse bead creation. Great for gifts, decorations, and lots of fun! Recommended for ages 7 and up - direct adult supervision is required.
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)
Program Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Quirky Crafters: Beeswax Candles
4:45pm–5:45pm
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)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Clubs,
Green Living
:
Buzz on in and learn how to make and decorate a candle using beeswax. Bring your creativity and we'll bring the rest! Registration is required and limited to 10 Tweens and Teens. One name per registration, please.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Learning Lab
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
AniManga Club
4:45pm–6:00pm
Learning Lab
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Clubs,
Discussion Groups
:
Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether you’ve just discovered anime or you’ve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!
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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 AB (Staff only)
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
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Read with the Dogs
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Meeting Room AB (Staff only)
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (5 to 9 years),
Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
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Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. First come, first seated.
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)
Meeting Room
This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Craft Club for Tweens and Teens: Tie Dye and Candy Bracelet Making
4:30pm–5:30pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Special Events
:
make your own tie-dye design and candy bracelet to wear! *For maximum fun, bring your own piece of clothing or bag to tie dye-we do have some shirts to spare, if you forget :)
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Teen Zone
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Gulf Gate Library
Room:
Teen Zone
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Games
:
Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games, video games, and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.
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This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Meeting Room
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Line Dancing with Bridget Phillips
4:00pm–5:00pm
Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Healthy Living
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Did you always want to try line dancing? OR Do you need more line dancing in your life? Line dancing is a great way to get exercise, have fun, and learn something new. And it is great for your brain too!
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 "New Adult (18-30 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),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Creation Station
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Color Our World: Cyanotype Print Making
4:30pm–5:30pm
Creation Station
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library
Room:
Creation Station
Age Group:
Tweens (9 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Art Displays & Exhibits,
Artists in the Libraries,
Arts & Crafts,
Color Our World (Summer 2025)
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Learn this cool print making technique with artist Jillianne Abbott.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Conference Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Tabletop Gaming Club
5:30pm–7:00pm
Conference Room
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Library Branch:
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Join our Tabletop Gaming Club where we paint, play, and discuss tabletop gaming. Miniatures and painting supplies provided, while supplies last, but you are welcome to bring your own. New members are welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Veranda Room
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Murder at the Pizzeria
5:00pm–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)
Program Type:
Discussion Groups,
Games
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It's opening night at Italian restaurant Bella Morte's, but before anyone can say mamma mia, rival chef Karl Ickbread is found dead in the pantry! Register to snag a place at the table of this murder mystery pizza party.
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 "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Rotunda
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Rotunda
Age Group:
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
:
Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy.
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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
Aug
13
2025
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,
Creation Station,
Games
:
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group
This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
The Sarasota Music Archive presents a JAZZ HAPPY HOUR series: This week- The Kevin Celebi Quintet, "The Velvet Tapestry: Latin Jazz"
6:00pm–7:00pm
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Selby Library
Room:
Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years),
New Adult (18-30 years),
Adults
Program Type:
Color Our World (Summer 2025),
Cultural Life,
Lifelong Learning,
Music in the Libraries
:
The Sarasota Music Archive presents a JAZZ HAPPY HOUR series: This week-The Kevin Celebi Quintet, "The Velvet Tapestry: Latin Jazz"
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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
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Pop Stop Wellen Park Night Market
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Pop-Up Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Active Older Adult Living,
Outreach
:
Visit the Pop Up library at the Wellen Park Night Market! The market takes place on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park.
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