Guitar Groove: A Fun 6-week Beginner Guitar Course, Week 6

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. Registration is required and limited to 10 kids, ages 10-18.  Participants should regis......More

Ready to rock? Join us for a fun and family-friendly 6-week guitar class designated for complete beginners! Learn to play some of your favorite songs while making music and memories. Registration is required and limited to 10 kids, ages 10-18.  Participants should register for the first session on April 12 and are encouraged to attend all 6 sessions.Guitars are available to borrow -- please email Kears at ksehr@scgov.net ahead of time to reserve one. A parent or adult must attend the first session to provide ID and complete a permission slip for guitar loans. Parents and mentors are welcome to stay and join the fun!Meet our new instructor, Paul Quinn:Paul comes from a musical family and plays in a local band. He loves teaching people how to play guitar and have fun making music.This program is provided through a partnership with Englewood Creative Arts. Join us and let's make music and memories together!

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Guitar Groove Level 2: The Next Step Week 6

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.Registration is required and limited to 10 kids age......More

Already know a few chords? Let's take your guitar skills to the next level! In this fun, family-friendly 6-week class, you'll learn to play your favorite songs, learn more chords and move forward with guitar techniques.Registration is required and limited to 10 kids ages 10-18. Participants should register for the first Level 2 session on April 12 and are encouraged to attend all 6 sessions.Need to borrow a guitar? We've got you covered! Just please Kears at ksehr@scgov.net ahead of time to reserve one. A parent or guardian must attend the first session to provide ID and complete a permission slip for guitar loans. Parents and mentors are welcome to stick around and jam with us!Meet your new instructor, Paul Quinn. Paul comes from a musical family and plays in a local band. He loves teaching people how to play guitar and have fun making music.This program is provided through a partnership with Englewood Creative Arts. Join us and let's make music and memories together!

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Brain Health 101

Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based workshop to learn how to fuel and activate your brain for optimal performance. In this dynamic educational workshop, participants will learn: The primary functions of the brainTh......More

Join Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in this neuroscience researched-based workshop to learn how to fuel and activate your brain for optimal performance. In this dynamic educational workshop, participants will learn: The primary functions of the brainThe types of fuel the brain needs for optimal functionHow to activate the part of the brain responsible for accuracy, balance and coordinationUnique ways to activate the four lobes of the brainThis workshop will shed new light on how to train the two things you don't want to lose as you get older: your brain and your balance! Registration is required and limited to 50 participants. One name per registration, please.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Quirky Readers Book Club

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club! Today we'll discuss the book: "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson (2022)Eleanor Bennett's death leaves her children, Byron and Benny, with a mysterious inheritance: a family black ......More

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club! Today we'll discuss the book: "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson (2022)Eleanor Bennett's death leaves her children, Byron and Benny, with a mysterious inheritance: a family black cake recipe and a voice recording revealing a tumultuous story of a young swimmer accused of murder. As they uncover secrets about their lineage, they face the challenge of fulfilling her wish to share the cake at the right moment. The revelations may either reunite them or deepen their feelings of loss.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Tech Navigator

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.Tech Navigator service is one-on-one so we......More

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.Tech Navigator service is one-on-one so we can focus on your specific needs. Questions can be about devices, apps, Internet use, eBooks, digital library services, etc. To sign-up for tech assistance please click here and we will contact you to schedule a session with you in-person. 30-minute sessions will be scheduled between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.All questions are welcome!

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

EQ Craft Crew: Spring Edition

Hop into Spring with your creativity! Participants will rotate through different craft stations that will offer unique spring-themed projects.  From making paper flowers to making cute, cuddly chicks, participants will have a blast expressing themselves through art, cra......More

Hop into Spring with your creativity! Participants will rotate through different craft stations that will offer unique spring-themed projects.  From making paper flowers to making cute, cuddly chicks, participants will have a blast expressing themselves through art, crafts and more! For children ages 5-8.Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Let's Pretend Day

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.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Upcycled Cigar Box Craft

Join local artist Carolyn Robinette and turn an old cigar box into a home for your treasures! Cigar boxes and various decorations will be supplied but participants are also welcome to bring your own, such as old jewelry, shells, and other small knick-knacks. Registratio......More

Join local artist Carolyn Robinette and turn an old cigar box into a home for your treasures! Cigar boxes and various decorations will be supplied but participants are also welcome to bring your own, such as old jewelry, shells, and other small knick-knacks. Registration is required and limited to 15 adults. One name per registration, please.Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Little Adventures Story Time

For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Quirky Knitters

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!

100 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL, 34223, US

Libraries and History Center Closure

Libraries and History Center ClosureWe will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 27.