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Movie Night Thursday, April 25, 5:00 p.m. Meeting Room I It's movie night! Join us to watch the movie "Ralph Breaks the Internet", and eat popcorn. All ages welcome.
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Book - a - Tech Librarian Wednesdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Want to learn more about using a computer or your device? Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians. Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm. Call Lisa at 941-861-1376 to sign up.
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Good Samaritan Pharmacy Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 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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Master Gardener Plant Clinic Tuesdays, April 9, 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Group Study Room UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.
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Sarasota County Library Mobile App Class
Tuesday, April 9, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
The Sarasota County Library mobile app has all the content you love, all in one place! In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to access your account on the go, browse the catalog, reserve items and meeting rooms, view events, and so much more! Please bring your Android or Apple device to class. Compatibility: Apple iOS 9.0 or later on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Android 4.0 and up. Registration recommended but not required. Click here to register.
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Living Library Event- Book a conversation with Carolyn Mason
Tuesday, April 9, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Group Study Room
Have you wondered what’s it like to have been a Mayor? Have you wondered what’s it like to be a member of a County Commissioners Board? Have you wondered or been curious about what it was like to grow up in Sarasota? Well, now’s your chance! Don’t judge a book by its cover, have a private 20-minute discussion with former City of Sarasota Mayor and Commissioner Carolyn Mason to discover the whole story! Click here to reserve your time slot.
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Literacy Council of Sarasota - ESOL Class
Monday, April 15, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meeting Room II
English for Speakers of Other Languages. Registration is required. To register, call the Literacy Council of Sarasota at 941-955-0421
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FBI History, America's Bureau- A One Book Event
Tuesday, April 16, 1-2 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Join Special Agent Jay Stone for a discussion of key dates and events that helped shape the FBI as it exists today, with a look at types of investigations, jurisdictional issues and more. Agents will also answers questions about a day in the life of an FBI employee. Registration recommended. Click here to register.
This program is offered as part of the 2019 One Book One Community initiative, to help explore themes from their selection "Killers of the Flower Moon".
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Genealogy Research Wednesday, April 17, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Meeting Room II Research your family genealogy online through Ancestry and Heritage Quest. Bring along your family names, dates and locations of your ancestors. Registration required, limited to 10 participants.
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Genealogy Research- Advanced Wednesday, April 17, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Meeting Room II Advanced class - Research your family genealogy online through Ancestry and Heritage Quest. Bring along your family names, dates and locations of your ancestors. Completed of Introductory class is required. Registration required, limited to 10 participants. Click here to register
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Book Club- Afternoon
Thursday, April 18, 1:00p.m.- 2:00p.m.
Meeting Room II
For April, our afternoon group will be discussing the book My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor. Light refreshments provided.
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McCown Towers Artists Exhibit Meet and Greet
Thursday, April 18, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Meeting Room
Meet the artists behind the McCown Towers art exhibit at the North Sarasota Library, running April 15th through May 20th. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Chair Yoga with Jule Tuesday, April 23, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Meeting Room II Interested in yoga but not sure where to start? Join Jule as she takes you through a chair yoga class! Ages 18 and up. Yoga has been shown to improve overall when practiced regularly. Some benefits of yoga include: • improved strength, flexibility and coordination • reduced stress and improved mental clarity • improving stress and pain management
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Health in Motion Bus Thursday, April 25, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Florida Department of Health - Sarasota County's Health in Motion staff provide no cost health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. No appointment needed. For questions call 941-861-2837.
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Adult Craft Workshop - Canvas Art Friday, April 26, 3:00 p.m. Meeting Room II Come make canvas art with us! Using hot glue and acrylic paints, you can create a unique piece of art to put on display. All supplies provided. Registration recommended as space is limited. Registration begins Monday, April 1 at 10 a.m. To register call 941-861-1360 or stop by the Information Services Desk.
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Forty Carrots Partners in Play Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 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, April 6, 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, April 20, 3 p.m. Kids Zone Come and enjoy a fun, interactive storytime designed with young children's learning needs in mind! Every Third Saturday @ 3:00 p.m.!
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Read with the Dogs Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 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, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 4:00 - 5:00 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, April 3 3:30 - 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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Interactive Poetry Posters
Thursday, April 4, 3:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Learn how to use our Creation Station Makey Makeys to create an interactive poster, then help us bring Jane Yolen's poem "Enchantment" to life for our National Library Week display. Recommended for ages 5+
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Youth Gaming Club Thursday, April 11, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meeting Room II Join us for an afternoon of video and board games!
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Diggers Club Wednesday, April 17, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Reading Garden Join us the third Wednesday of every month this fall 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! For ages 6+.
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Teen Room School Days, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Meeting Room Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, have snacks, play games, and more.
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Teen Room Game Days Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Teen Room Join us for an afternoon of games!
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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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As of April 1st, 2019, Sarasota County Library patrons will 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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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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Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine solution that makes it easy for you to read your favorite magazines on your computer or mobile device. 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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Game Day Fundraiser Saturday, April 6, 12 noon- 4p.m. Donation $20 includes lunch Join us for an afternoon of games including Bridge, Pokeno, Mah Jongg, Bid Whist and Pinochle.
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Thank you to the Friends of the North Sarasota Library for their generous support of our programs and initiatives!
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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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