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Discovery Dome
Thursday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with our Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium! All ages welcome.
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Movie Night
Thursday, March 26 5:00 p.m. Dr Edward James II Meeting Room
It's movie night! Join us to watch the movie "The Pacifier," and eat popcorn. All ages welcome. |
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Zumba Gold Chair with Daisy
Monday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 11:00- 11:45 am Dr Edward James II Meeting Room Zumba Gold Chair is exercise in disguise. It is a 35 - 45 minute high-energy, fun, joyful and friendly fitness class for anyone who wants to exercise sitting down - in a chair. Be prepared to sweat, laugh, and leave with a smile on your face! Registration recommended as space is limited to 15 participants. Walk-ins possible as space allows. *Please register online for each class you would like to attend.*Please click here to register. |
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Book - a - Tech Librarian
Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18,25 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Want to learn more about using a computer or your device? Sign up for a 30 minute session with one of our librarians. Sessions are Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm. Call Lisa at 941-861-1376 to sign up. |
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Good Samaritan Pharmacy
Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Conference Room
Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured & qualify financially. |
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Tax Prep Assistance
Friday, March 6, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Conference Room
VITA volunteers will be here to help with your tax preparation! Appointments are 30 minutes long with the last appointments starting at 2:30 p.m. Registration required as spaces are limited.To sign-up call 941-861-1360 or stop by the Information Services Desk today.
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Master Gardener Drop-in Plant Clinic
Tuesdays, March 10, 24 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Group Study Room
Want to learn more about Florida-friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida. These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County.
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SHINE Medicare Counseling
Thursday, March 12 , 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Group Study Room
SHINE can assist you with Medicare and health insurance questions. Ask about Financial Assistance Programs to help lower your Medicare costs. A SHINE counselor will be here to meet with you! Appointments suggested. To make an appointment call 866-413-5337.
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Book Club- Afternoon Thursday, March 19, 1-2 p.m. Meeting Room II For March, we will be discussing the book "Educated" by Tara Westover Light refreshments provided.
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Book Club- Evening Thursday, March 19, 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Meeting Room II For March, we will be discussing the book "To the End of June" by Chris Beam Light refreshments will be provided.
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Adult Craft Workshop- Woven Coasters
Friday, March 27, 3:00- 4:00 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Take a step back into the 1920's and get weaving! Come make your own woven coasters as a gift or for yourself.
Registration recommended as space is limited to 16. Registration begins Monday March 2 at 10 a.m. To register call 941-861-1360 or stop by the Information Services Desk!
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Explore Your World… From Your Neighborhood to Nature
Saturday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Meeting Room II UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County and Sarasota County Libraries bring you the “Explore Your World” backpack kit, brimming with multiple child-friendly tools and activities to help adventurers of all ages explore… from your neighborhood to nature! Registration Required. Please Click Here to Register |
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40 Carrots Partners in Play
Tuesday, March 3, 10, 24, 31 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Meeting Room II
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. |
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Storywalk Saturday, March 7, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Reading Garden
Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book the first Saturday of every month! Best suited for ages 7 and under, but all ages can participate. In case of rain, Storywalks will be setup in the Kids' Zone. You can take a craft project to go or complete it in the library during your visit. |
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Birth to Five - Words Alive
Saturday, March 21, 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Kid Zone
Come and enjoy a fun, interactive storytime designed with young children's learning needs in mind!
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Read to Dogs
Monday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
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 interaction.
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Tinker Tuesday
Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 4:00 p.m. Meeting Room II
Get crafty! Get creative and join us for a different project every week. Ages 6 and up. |
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Youth Chess Club
Wednesday, March 4, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Join us for an afternoon of strategy, friends and fun! Recommended for ages 8+. All skill levels welcome!
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-Ology Explorers
Thursday, March 5, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Meeting Room II
How are mummies made? How are crystals formed? What secrets can be found buried in ancient sands? Discover a world of information and explore it through fun activities and demonstrations.
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Youth Gaming Club
Wednesday, March 11, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Hang out and play with an assortment of video games, board games, and activities in this gaming session for kids.
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Diggers Club
Wednesday, March 18, 3:30 p.m - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Join us the third Wednesday of every month to learn about gardening and the environment. Experience a deeper enjoyment of our library’s Reading Garden through crafts, experiments, interactive activities and more. Explore your “natural” creativity and let your imagination run wild! Recommended for ages 6+
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Teen Room
Teens grades 6-12
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
The Teen Room will be open most school days from 2:30-4. Stay tuned for special teen events! |
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Teen Room Game Days
Tuesdays on School Days, 2:30 p.m.
Teen Room
Hang out and play an assortment of video games, board games and activities in the Teen Room.
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Teen Room Movie Days
Wednesdays on School Days, 2:30
Teen Room
Chill out in the Teen Room and watch a movie!
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Noon - 4  Friends of the library presents their annual Game Day Fundraiser March 28 Noon - 4 pm Let's play Bridge, Bid Whist, Canasta, Mahjong and Pokeno. $20 includes lunch. Please contact Friends of the Library to register by March 3. |
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The Sarasota County Library mobile app has all the content you love, all in one place! - Access your account on the go.
- Browse the catalog and reserve items.
- View upcoming events at the library and add them to your calendar.
- Access digital services and research help.
- View information about the library and operating hours.
Download it free in the app store by searching "Sarasota County Libraries." |
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Sarasota County Library patrons now have access to Hoopla, all-in-one digital service with no holds or waiting! With hoopla, patrons can access: - Audiobooks
- eBooks
- Comics and Graphic Novels
- Full Music Albums
- Movies and TV
To use Hoopla, download the mobile app or go to hoopladigital.com. |
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Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more.
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Use NoveList, a free library resource, to find a good book for any mood! - Author Read-alikes
- Book Discussion Guides
- Articles
- Reading lists
- Browse by genre, appeal, award winners, and more!
- NoveList K-8 for youth recommendations.
Click below to get started! |
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Click above to get started! Have your library card handy for instant browsing.
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Do you prefer e-books or downloadable audiobooks? Check them out for free with your Sarasota County library card, using cloudLibrary and OverDrive! |
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Thanks for letting us keep you up to date on North Sarasota Library News and Events! Did you know you can sign up for other Sarasota County Library newsletters to suit your interests? Receive reading suggestions for your favorite genre or interest, bestseller lists, and more! |
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