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&Craft | Jeweled Bonsai

Join us for a fun arts and crafts hour featuring making your own  jeweled bonsai.Please bring gardening gloves, if possible.*Please choose either Tuesday or Wednesday, we will be finishing up our bonsai the following week after.** for Young Adults and Adults.  First com......More

Join us for a fun arts and crafts hour featuring making your own  jeweled bonsai.Please bring gardening gloves, if possible.*Please choose either Tuesday or Wednesday, we will be finishing up our bonsai the following week after.** for Young Adults and Adults.  First come, first seated.

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 Café

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

Dungeons & Dragons 101: Intro to D&D

This 6-part workshop is designed to introduce new players to the world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of the game's rules, character creation, and basic gameplay mechanics. The workshop will culminat......More

This 6-part workshop is designed to introduce new players to the world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of the game's rules, character creation, and basic gameplay mechanics. The workshop will culminate in a live play session where participants can apply what they've learned in a fun and engaging environment. The skills and concepts learned will provide a strong foundation for further exploration of the game. For ages 13-18 only.Workshop Schedule *Participants must register for EACH workshop*Week 1: Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons - June 12, 2025Objective: Understand the basics of D&D, its history, and the different editions.Topics Covered: Brief history of D&D, overview of the 5th Edition rules, the role of the Dungeon Master (DM), basic terminology (e.g., hit points, initiative, saving throws).Activities: Group discussion on expectations and goalsWeek 2: Character Creation - June 19, 2025Objective: Create a playable character.Topics Covered: Choosing a race and class, determining ability scores, selecting skills and equipment, background, and personality traits.Activities: Step-by-step character creation exercise and sharing and discussing character conceptsWeek 3: Core Mechanics - June 26, 2025Objective: Learn the fundamental rules of D&D.Topics Covered: The d20 system, making ability checks and skill checks, combat mechanics (attack rolls, damage, armor class), and saving throws and death saves.Activities: Role-playing scenarios to practice mechanics, plus a Q&A session to clarify any doubtsWeek 4: Role-Playing and Storytelling - July 3, 2025Objective: Develop role-playing skills and understand storytelling in D&D.Topics Covered: Creating a backstory for your character, role-playing techniques, collaborative storytelling, the importance of player agency.Activities: Group role-playing exercises and discussing and critiquing role-playing performancesWeek 5: Advanced Rules and Magic - July 10, 2025Objective: Explore more advanced rules and the magic system.Topics Covered: Spellcasting classes and spells, magic items and artifacts, advanced combat rules (e.g., grappling, shoving), conditions and status effects.Activities: Creating and using magic items and simulating advanced combat scenariosWeek 6: Live Play Session - July 17, 2025Objective: Apply everything learned in a live D&D session.Topics Covered: Review of key concepts, setting up a game session, and basic DMing tips for players.Activities: Live play session with a pre-prepared adventure, post-session debrief and feedback, participation in discussions and activities, successful creation of a playable character, and active engagement in the live play session.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Spanish Conversation Group

Improve your Spanish by joining the group.For teens and adults.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Family Hoops & Dancing Flow Wands

Join us for a joyful, all-ages class where hula hoops and flow wands bring the fun in full swing! Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, this session is all about getting groovy, learning cool tricks, and spending quality time moving together.

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. Space is ......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. Space is limited; registration required.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees?  Need a plant or an insect identified?  On the first and the third Monday mornings of the month, from 10am to 12 pm, Gulf Gate Library hosts the Master Gardener Plant Clinic where homeowners......More

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees?  Need a plant or an insect identified?  On the first and the third Monday mornings of the month, from 10am to 12 pm, Gulf Gate Library hosts the Master Gardener Plant Clinic where homeowners can receive research-based lawn, garden, landscape, and pest management help from the University of Florida.  These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County.  For more information, call 941-861-5000; or online https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasota/gardening-and-landscaping/horticulture-residential/master-gardener/plant-clinic/

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Coloring Group

Join us on Mondays of the month for adult coloring!  We supply the coloring pages and the pencils. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Gate Library. Hope to see you there.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Intro to Vex IQ Robotics Engineering and Coding: Robotics Engineering - Flywheels

Explore the world of robotics engineering and coding with this exclusive series of classes provided by Create.Solve.Lead. INC, an independent tech education organization led by local volunteers. Each class will cover a different topic.  This week is all about Flywheels!......More

Explore the world of robotics engineering and coding with this exclusive series of classes provided by Create.Solve.Lead. INC, an independent tech education organization led by local volunteers. Each class will cover a different topic.  This week is all about Flywheels! Ages 10-14.  Space is very limited. Registration required.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

It's Library Time!

What time is it? It's library time! Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

LEGO Club

LEGO Club is back! Join us every other Tuesday in the Creation Station 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 Group

For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Everyone is welcome to participate in this group, which meets the first and third Wednesday of each month, to practice French pronunciation and or......More

For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Everyone is welcome to participate in this group, which meets the first and third Wednesday of each month, to practice French pronunciation and oral understanding.  An intermediate skill level in French is recommended.

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

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

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Dungeons & Dragons 101: Character Creation

This 6-part workshop is designed to introduce new players to the world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of the game's rules, character creation, and basic gameplay mechanics. The workshop will culminat......More

This 6-part workshop is designed to introduce new players to the world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of the game's rules, character creation, and basic gameplay mechanics. The workshop will culminate in a live play session where participants can apply what they've learned in a fun and engaging environment. The skills and concepts learned will provide a strong foundation for further exploration of the game. For ages 13-18 only.Workshop Schedule *Participants must register for EACH workshop*Week 2: Character Creation - June 19, 2025Objective: Create a playable character.Topics Covered: Choosing a race and class, determining ability scores, selecting skills and equipment, background, and personality traits.Activities: Step-by-step character creation exercise and sharing and discussing character conceptsWeek 3: Core Mechanics - June 26, 2025Objective: Learn the fundamental rules of D&D.Topics Covered: The d20 system, making ability checks and skill checks, combat mechanics (attack rolls, damage, armor class), and saving throws and death saves.Activities: Role-playing scenarios to practice mechanics, plus a Q&A session to clarify any doubtsWeek 4: Role-Playing and Storytelling - July 3, 2025Objective: Develop role-playing skills and understand storytelling in D&D.Topics Covered: Creating a backstory for your character, role-playing techniques, collaborative storytelling, the importance of player agency.Activities: Group role-playing exercises and discussing and critiquing role-playing performancesWeek 5: Advanced Rules and Magic - July 10, 2025Objective: Explore more advanced rules and the magic system.Topics Covered: Spellcasting classes and spells, magic items and artifacts, advanced combat rules (e.g., grappling, shoving), conditions and status effects.Activities: Creating and using magic items and simulating advanced combat scenariosWeek 6: Live Play Session - July 17, 2025Objective: Apply everything learned in a live D&D session.Topics Covered: Review of key concepts, setting up a game session, and basic DMing tips for players.Activities: Live play session with a pre-prepared adventure, post-session debrief and feedback, participation in discussions and activities, successful creation of a playable character, and active engagement in the live play session.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

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. Space is ......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. Space is limited; registration required.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Teen Craft Zone: Embroidery for Beginners

Learn the basic stitches of embroidery and design your own pattern or start an embroidery journal! Ages 12-18. Registration required.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Drums of Unity with Joe Licinski

Drums of Unity is an opportunity for participants to join in a fun, dynamic, and positive group activity. Interaction, cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, active memory and fun are all part of this unique activity.Joe Licinski has been playing the drums since the age of......More

Drums of Unity is an opportunity for participants to join in a fun, dynamic, and positive group activity. Interaction, cognitive-motor connection, rhythm, active memory and fun are all part of this unique activity.Joe Licinski has been playing the drums since the age of ten, and has performed on Broadway as well as on numerous studio recordings.*** Advance registration is required and limited to 30 participants, with one name allowed per registration.*** Drums will be available, though participants are welcome to bring their own.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US