Join us for A Universe of Stories Summer Reading Program
Open to All Ages. Help us reach our community goal of reading 20,000 minutes and earning a Snow Cone Machine for the Library! Sign up at any service desk!
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Discovery Dome Drop-In Day Monday, June 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with out Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium as we show different programs all day!
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Find Virtual Reality at the Library
Thursday, June 20, 2 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Bring your family, bring your friends! All ages are welcome to experience virtual reality with a HTC Vive from our Creation Station. Sign up for a slot starting at 1:30 p.m. the day of the program.
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Blues at the Library
Wednesday, June 26, 2 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of blues music and stories from our special guest, George Worthmore from the Suncoast Blues Society. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Movie Night Thursday, June 27 5:00 p.m. Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room (Meeting Room I) It's movie night! Join us to watch the movie "WALL-E", and eat popcorn. All ages welcome.
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Literacy Council of Sarasota - ESOL Class Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 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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Acrylic Painting with Carlos Wednesday, June 5, 12, 19 10:30 a.m. - Noon Meeting Room II Patrons will learn how to create a basic landscape or still life with acrylic paints in this three week course. No previous painting experience is required - this course is geared towards beginners and people with limited art experience. Please bring some inspirational photos or images to class. All supplies provided. Registration required - registration closes on June 4th at 10 am. Click here to register.
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Book - a - Tech Librarian Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 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, June 6, 13, 20, 27 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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Discovery Dome for Adults
Thursday, June 13, 1-2 p.m. and 5:30 pm.- 6:30 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with out Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium. Ages 18 and up.
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A Universe of Cheese Tasting!
Friday, June 14, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Are you a cheese lover? Join us for an afternoon of tasting cheeses from around the world! Check back to see what cheeses the library will be providing as we get closer. Feeling inspired? Bring your favorite unopened cheese to share! Registration recommended. Click here to register.
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Chair Yoga with Jule Tuesday, June 18, 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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Book Club- Afternoon Thursday, June 20, 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Meeting Room II For June, our afternoon group will be discussing the book Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt.
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Book Club- Evening Thursday, June 20, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Meeting Room II For June, our evening group will be discussing the book The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey.
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Nutrition 2 Go - Lose the Sugar
Tuesday, June 25, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Room II
Join Kristina from All Faith's Food Bank as she shares tips on how reducing the amount of foods and beverages high in added sugars can benefit your health. Learn how to make and taste scrumptious black bean brownies! Registration recommended as space is limited. Registration begins Saturday, June 1 at 10 a.m. To register call 941-861-1360 or stop by the Information Services Desk.
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Genealogy Research - Beginner Class
Wednesday, June 26, 10 a.m. - Noon
Meeting Room II
Introductory class to learn how to research your family genealogy online through Ancestry and Heritage Quest. Bring along your family names, dates and locations of your ancestors. Registration required, click here to register.
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Genealogy Research - Advanced Class
Wednesday, June 26, 1 p.m.- 3 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, click here to register.
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Health in Motion Bus Thursday, June 27, 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 - Shower Fizzies Friday, June 28, 3:00 p.m. Meeting Room II Shower Fizzies! Turn your shower into a spa! Learn how to make aroma therapy shower fizzies. All supplies provided. Registration recommended as space is limited. Registration begins Saturday, June 1 at 10 a.m. To register call 941-861-1360 or stop by the Information Services Desk.
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Glow in the Dark Launch Party
Wednesday, June 5, 2 p.m - 4 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
3...2...1... Blast off! Join us as we kick off our summer festivities with a glow in the dark party. Games, music, crafts, illusion lessons and more in a party that will be outta this world! Children and families welcome.
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Movie Morning- Home Thursday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Join us for a snack and a movie! Children and families welcome.
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Discovery Dome for Children and Families
Wednesday, June 12, 2 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with out Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium. Children and families welcome.
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Storywalk Saturday, June 1 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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Forty Carrots Partners in Play Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 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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Discovery Dome for Toddlers
Tuesday, June 11, 11:30 a.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with out Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium. Ages 0 - 5 with caregiver.
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Birth to Five: Words Alive! Saturday, June 15 3 p.m. Kids Zone Come and enjoy a fun, interactive storytime designed with young children's learning needs in mind!
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App-ily Ever After
Monday, June 17, 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Join us for an app-enhanced mini storytime, then explore our technology playground of equipment and other applications intended to enhance the learning of young children. Ages 0 - 8 with caregiver.
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Roblox Mania
Monday, June 3, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Meeting Room II
Drop in and use our laptops and tablets to play on the popular online website Roblox. Hang out with friends while you build your games and characters. Recommended for ages 5+.
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Read with the Dogs Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 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, June 4, 11, 18, 26 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, June 5, 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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Lunar Landing Challenge
Thursday, June 6, 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Channel your inner NASA engineer and build a spacecraft that can land on the moon without harming the delicate cargo inside. Use provided recycled materials to construct a holder for an egg - then have it dropped in our parking lot and see who succeeded. Recommended for ages 5+.
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Galaxy Bookmarks for Kids
Thursday, June 13, 3 pm.m - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Rom II
Learn how to make your own paper, then create a customized galaxy bookmark to take home with you in this craft workshop for kids. Ages 5 - 12.
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Hula Hoop Like Saturn Wednesday, June 19, 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Get moving and grooving in the library and learn to hula hoop in this class taught by Amy the Hoop Lady. All levels of experience welcome. Supplies provided. Ages 5 - 17.
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Moonwalk LEGO Animation Studio
Friday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.
Meeting Room II
Learn how to film a stop motion video using our Creation Station iPads, then fake a moon landing video with props and LEGOS. Recommended for ages 5+.
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Artists in the Library for Kids- Learn a Circus Skill
Monday, June 24, 10:30 a.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Have you ever spun a plate on a stick? Balanced on a tight wire? Clowned around? Now is your chance to learn new skills with The Circus Arts Conservatory teaching artists! Ages 5+.
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Youth Gaming Club Thursday, June 27, 1 p.m.. Meeting Room II Join us for an afternoon of video and board games!
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Teen Escape Room - Star Wars Edition
Thursday, June 6, 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room
Is the force strong in you? Come find out in our Star Wars-themed escape room. Registration required. Click here to register.
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Galaxy Bookmarks for Teens Thursday, June 13, 1 p.m. -2 p.m. Meeting Room II Learn how to make your own paper, then create a customized galaxy bookmark to take home with you in this craft workshop for teens ages 13+.
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Teen Room Game Day Tuesday, June 27, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Join us for an afternoon of video and board games!
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Be sure to check our July newsletter for more summer fun!
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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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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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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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