Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Arts & Crafts: Junk Journal Junkies

A Junk Journal Club for enthusiasts. Some scrapbooking paper and decorative punches will be provided. Please bring your own journal and glue. Meet new friends and carve out some time for yourself and your thoughts....No reservations are required. First come, first seate......More

A Junk Journal Club for enthusiasts. Some scrapbooking paper and decorative punches will be provided. Please bring your own journal and glue. Meet new friends and carve out some time for yourself and your thoughts....No reservations are required. First come, first seated. Please Pick-up your line-up tickets at the Reference Desk. Newcomers are welcome.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Read with the Dogs

Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. First come, first seated.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Teen Game CafĂŠ

Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games, video games, and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Advanced Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Group Conversation.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Arts & Crafts: Cupcake Wreaths

Celebrate today. Make a wreath to match any event! Create a welcoming feeling for your kitchen. All materials provided. No registration is required. Seating is limited. First come, first seated. Line-up tickets are available at the Reference Desk one hour before this ev......More

Celebrate today. Make a wreath to match any event! Create a welcoming feeling for your kitchen. All materials provided. No registration is required. Seating is limited. First come, first seated. Line-up tickets are available at the Reference Desk one hour before this event. One per person present.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Yoga for Teens

Local instructor Sarah Thurow will guide teens in both basic and fun yoga poses that to help get teens in a lifelong habit of healthy living.For ages 12-18 only. Space is limited - first come, first served. Please bring your own yoga mat.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Coloring Group

Join us for Adult Coloring Group on Mondays!(Make sure to check the calendar for full availability.)All materials provided.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

SunCoast Blood Centers: Blood Drive

Save a life! Come donate blood with SunCoast Blood Centers and get an instant $30 e-gift card. Their bus will be in the Gulf Gate Library parking lot from 1:30 pm to 5 pm. Walk-Ins are welcome or you can make an appointment on their websitehere.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Arts & Crafts: Anxious Adult Resin Projects

Create resin products for yourself or gifts for someone special. All materials provided. No registration is required. First come, first seated. Pick up your tickets at the Reference Desk one hour before this event.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Florida Reflections: Music, Memory and Seminole Life in Florida

Music, Memory, and Seminole Life in FloridaThrough song and storytelling, Seminole singer-songwriter Rita Youngman shares music rooted in Seminole history, place, and lived experience. Her work draws on stories passed down through generations while also engaging with co......More

Music, Memory, and Seminole Life in FloridaThrough song and storytelling, Seminole singer-songwriter Rita Youngman shares music rooted in Seminole history, place, and lived experience. Her work draws on stories passed down through generations while also engaging with contemporary Native American life in Florida. Performed in community and cultural settings, Youngmanâs songwriting reflects deep connections to Floridaâs landscapes and the enduring presence of Seminole voices within them.This program is part of the Florida Reflections: Conversations on Florida's Contribution to the American Tale Series. A part of the America 250 Celebration. Find out more at https://floridahumanities.org/florida-reflections/.Florida Reflections was developed by Florida Humanities andis part of By the People: Conversations Beyond 250âa series of community-driven programs created by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. The initiative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Funding is provided in part through the Thomas M. & Irene B. Kirbo Charitable Foundation, the Gulf Coast Community Foundation and the Community Foundation for Brevard. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or its partners.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

ROAR! on the Road Storytime

Enjoy this free storytime program from The Ringling that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. Plus, continue the fun by taking home a surprise! Best for ages 0-5. Take-home surprises are ......More

Enjoy this free storytime program from The Ringling that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. Plus, continue the fun by taking home a surprise! Best for ages 0-5. Take-home surprises are limited. Tickets are required to receive take-home surprise and are available starting at 10 a.m. Check in at the youth desk when you arrive.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Homeschool Hang: Painting Swap

If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gateâs monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library.This month, we will be doing a painting swap! Teens will......More

If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gateâs monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library.This month, we will be doing a painting swap! Teens will buddy up and switch their canvases back and forth with each other to create something collaborative and unique!Registration required.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Monthly Book Club | The Talented Mr. Ripley

Join us to discuss The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia HighsmithA tale of sinister intentions in which a charming but morally wayward young man insinuates himself into a wealthy social circle abroad, where envy and obsession drive him to deception and murder to assume a......More

Join us to discuss The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia HighsmithA tale of sinister intentions in which a charming but morally wayward young man insinuates himself into a wealthy social circle abroad, where envy and obsession drive him to deception and murder to assume another manâs identity.No registration required. First come, first seated.Contact adult services librarian Lucy with any feedback or input: [email protected] you at Gulf Gate!

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Arts & Crafts: Car Mandalas

Add some tranquility to your commute. All materials provided. No registration is required. Seating is limited. First come, first seated. Line-up tickets are available at the Reference Desk one hour before this event. One per person present.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

LEGO Club

Join us every other Tuesday to show off your LEGO building talents. Use the hour to freely build or choose one of our challenge cards for inspiration! Best for ages 5-12.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

French Conversation and Cultural Group

French Cultural and Conversation Group. All are welcome to come practice and use your French. Discussions in French are very expansive and include culture, language, cuisine, travel and local events. There are often presentations in French announced prior to the meeting......More

French Cultural and Conversation Group. All are welcome to come practice and use your French. Discussions in French are very expansive and include culture, language, cuisine, travel and local events. There are often presentations in French announced prior to the meeting.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Lecture | Dame Helen Mirren: A Queen in her own right

Dame Helen Mirren - an international icon known for her extraordinary range - began her career with the Royal Shakespeare Company at 18 and has since appeared in more than 125 films and television productions. A rare winner of the âTriple Crown of Actingâ (Oscar, Emmy, ......More

Dame Helen Mirren - an international icon known for her extraordinary range - began her career with the Royal Shakespeare Company at 18 and has since appeared in more than 125 films and television productions. A rare winner of the âTriple Crown of Actingâ (Oscar, Emmy, and Tony), she has portrayed a queen six times.This engaging lecture and video presented by Marilyn Carminio highlights her remarkable career and her candid reflections on the 1960s, life in the spotlight, love, family, and aging with confidence. Warm, witty, stylish, and endlessly compelling, Dame Helen Mirren remains a true force of nature.About Marilyn CarminioMarilyn is a proud graduate of Hunter College, where she studied Speech, Theater Arts, and Art History. With a strong foundation in speech writing and presentation skills, combined with her extensive experience in theater arts, Marilyn brings a dynamic blend of scholarship and stagecraft to every lecture.*** No registration is required. First come, first seated ***

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Diamond Painters Anonymous

Join us for an afternoon of creative expression and calm. Each month we will work on diamond painting a coaster based on a holiday/seasonal theme. This group is extremely popular, and seating is limited to 8. Please be sure to see the Reference desk for line-up tickets ......More

Join us for an afternoon of creative expression and calm. Each month we will work on diamond painting a coaster based on a holiday/seasonal theme. This group is extremely popular, and seating is limited to 8. Please be sure to see the Reference desk for line-up tickets which are available 1 hour before this event. All materials are provided.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Read with the Dogs

Children are invited for a special opportunity to share a story with a furry friend! Take advantage of this no-pressure, judgment-free zone to practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. First come, first seated.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Teen Craft Zone: Clay Cat Phone Holders

Artist Shelly Augsbury will demonstrate teens in sculpting and painting their own kitty cat phone holders made entirely from air-dry clay!Registration required. For ages 12-18.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Chair Yoga with Manching

Come join us in this exciting Chair Yoga practice to explore gentle yoga poses with the support of a chair. This class is perfect for anyone whoâs new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from injury.*** These classes are popular. Seating is limited. No......More

Come join us in this exciting Chair Yoga practice to explore gentle yoga poses with the support of a chair. This class is perfect for anyone whoâs new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from injury.*** These classes are popular. Seating is limited. No registration required. First come, first seated ***

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Arts & Crafts: Car Mandala

Add some tranquility to your commute. All materials provided. No registration is required. Seating is limited. First come, first seated. Line-up tickets are available at the Reference Desk one hour before this event. One per person present.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

CRAFTernoon: Galaxy Jars

Who doesn't love a good CRAFTernoon? Join us each month for a fun craft. All you need to bring is your creativity! This month, learn how to make a galaxy jar with cotton balls, paint, water, and glitter. Best for ages 5-12.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

Join other teens at our monthly Teen Advisory Board Meeting. The Board will discuss topics related to teen library services, teen programs and the teen collections. Attendees will receive community service credit for their time at the meeting.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Library Babies

Every baby can be a library baby! Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes, bounces, tickles, and more that are designed especially for the littlest of littles, plus some time to visit with other caregivers and playtime for the littles with special toys just for them. Best for a......More

Every baby can be a library baby! Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes, bounces, tickles, and more that are designed especially for the littlest of littles, plus some time to visit with other caregivers and playtime for the littles with special toys just for them. Best for ages 0-2. Registration required. Check in at the youth desk when you arrive.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US