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Movie Night Thursday, October 25, 5 p.m. Join us for our monthly movie night as we eat popcorn and watch the movie "Coco". All ages welcome.
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Literacy Council - English Conversation Group Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30 a.m. - noon ESOL conversation group for intermediate to higher level ESL learners. Call Susan at 941-955-0421 to find out more!
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Good Samaritan Pharmacy Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured & qualify financially.
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Master Gardener Plant Clinic Tuesdays, October 9, 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 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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Book - a - Tech Librarian Wednesdays, October 10, 17, 24, 31 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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Wacom Tablet Open Lab Fridays, October 12, 19, 10:30 a.m. Come create digital art! Wacom tablets allow you to create unique digital artwork with a special tablet, stylus and a laptop!
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Energy Upgrade Workshop Tuesday, October 16, 6:00 p.m. Join us for this 1-hour workshop where you'll learn energy, water, and cost saving strategies at home. Attendees will receive a free Do It Yourself Energy Saving Kit (one per household) Attendees will also learn our low and no-cost tips, which combined with kits can save up to $560 per household per year on energy costs. Advance registration is required. Register early through Eventbrite.com to reserve your spot and receive notice of any changes. For more information, contact sustainablesarasota@scgov.net.
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Genealogy Research-Morning SessionWednesday, October 17, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.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. Limited to 10 participants.
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Genealogy Research-Afternoon Session Wednesday, October 17, 1-3 p.m. 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. Limited to 10 participants.
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Book Club Thursday, October 18, 1-2 p.m. OR 6-7 p.m. Join us for our new monthly book club! For October, we will be discussing the book A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler, and choosing the book for next month! Join us at our afternoon session OR our evening session. Light refreshments provided.
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Health in Motion Bus Thursday, October 25, 12-5 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 is needed. For questions call 941-861-2873.
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Adult Craft Workshop - Gift Bags & TagsFriday, October 26, 3:00 p.m. Using decorative papers, ribbons, stickers, repurposed holiday cards, and other embellishments, participants will make gift bags and gift tags for the holidays or for every day use. All supplies will be provided. Registration recommended as space is limited to 15 participants. Registration begins Monday, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. To register stop by the Information Services Desk or call 941-861-1360.
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Forty Carrots Partners in Play Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:15 a.m. 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, October 6, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 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, October 20, 3 p.m. Event Location Come and enjoy a fun, interactive storytime designed with young children's learning needs in mind! Every Third Saturday @ 3:00pm !
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Read with the Dogs Mondays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 3:30 p.m. 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, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 4:00 p.m. 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, October 3, 3:30 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of strategy, friends and fun! Recommended for ages 8+. All skill levels welcome!
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Youth Gaming Club Thursday, October 11, 3:30 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of games! Open to children ages 5-11.
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Diggers Club Wednesday, October 17, 3:30 p.m. 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 Game Days Tuesdays, October 2, 9,16, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of games! Tweens and Teens welcome!
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Teen Room - Tortilla Pizza Day Wednesday, October 10, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Make your own quick and tasty tortilla pizza!
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Teen Room-Friendship BraceletsWednesday, October 17 & Thursday, October 18, 2:30 p.m. Get creative with your friends and make unique friendship bracelets!
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Register to Vote Tuesday, October 9 is the last date to register to vote (book closing) for the November 6 General Election. Find out how to register here.
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General Election Tuesday, November 6, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on election day - IMPORTANT: You must vote in your precinct on election day.
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EARLY VOTING for the November 6, 2018 General Election Begins Monday, October 22 Ends Saturday, November 3 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. daily Locations: North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Blvd Sarasota (941) 861-1369 Fruitville Library 100 Coburn Rd Sarasota (941) 861-2500 Supervisor of Elections Sarasota County Terrace Building 2001 Adams Lane Sarasota (941) 861-8600 Supervisor of Elections Biscayne Plaza 13640 Tamiami Trail North Port (941) 423-9540 Supervisor of Elections R. L. Anderson Administration Building Room 114 4000 Tamiami Trail S Venice (941) 861-3760 Westfield Sarasota Square Mall 8201 S. Tamiami Trl Sarasota (941) 861-8600
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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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Flipster - 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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