Creation Station Wednesday Adult Lab: Acrylic Bookmarks

Learn a technique using glue and paint to create a stained glass effect on a bookmark.Register below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the start time, and you may lose your spot if you are late. ......More

Learn a technique using glue and paint to create a stained glass effect on a bookmark.Register below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the start time, and you may lose your spot if you are late. Please cancel your registration if you cannot make it so that others may join. We appreciate your consideration!

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AniCom Club

Come join fellow Anime and Comics enthusiasts in discussions about our favorite shows, comics & Manga!For new adults (18-30 years old).

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Creation Station: Adult Beginner Sewing - Coasters

Come sew a set of 4 coasters!All materials and instruction provided.Sponsored by Friends of the Selby Public LibraryRegister below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the start time, and you may lo......More

Come sew a set of 4 coasters!All materials and instruction provided.Sponsored by Friends of the Selby Public LibraryRegister below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the start time, and you may lose your spot if you are late. Please cancel your registration if you cannot make it so that others may join. We appreciate your consideration!

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

IANDS: International Association for Near-Death Experiences - The Latest Research (monthly meeting)

As an educational nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) focuses most of its resources into providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects. It is the only such membership group in th......More

As an educational nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) focuses most of its resources into providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects. It is the only such membership group in the world. IANDS was founded in 1978 by physicians, scientists and scholars (including Dr. Raymond Moody).In addition to maintaining this information-rich website, IANDS publishes a peer-reviewed scholarly journal and a member magazine, sponsors conferences and other programs, works with the media, and encourages the formation of regional discussion and 100 support groups.We invite you to join today to become a part of this mission and keep up to date on what is known about this fascinating subject.IANDS’ purpose is to promote responsible, multi-disciplinary exploration of near-death and similar experiences, their effects on people’s lives, and their implications for beliefs about life, death, and human purpose.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Anime Club

Join us in the teen center to watch anime, discuss our favorite characters, and enjoy a small craft or art activity!This is recommended for tweens and teens, ages 9-18.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Off the Page: Art Crime and the FBI - How Masterpieces are Stolen and Recovered with Robert Wittman

Join one of the most famous art detectives in the world to hear tales from the trenches of his long career solving art crimes with the FBI. Drawing on cases he worked on personally, this seminar explores notorious art heists and daring recovery operations.Robert Wittman......More

Join one of the most famous art detectives in the world to hear tales from the trenches of his long career solving art crimes with the FBI. Drawing on cases he worked on personally, this seminar explores notorious art heists and daring recovery operations.Robert Wittman founded the FBI's National Art Crime Team and served for 20 years as the FBI's investigative expert. Wittman is responsible for recovering more than $300 million in stolen art and cultural property around the world. He authored the New York Times Best Seller "Priceless-How I Went Undercover to Rescue The World's Stolen Treasures.” And The international bestseller “The Devil’s Diary: Alfred Rosenberg and the Stolen Secrets of the Third Reich,” now published in 30 languages around the world.This talk will draw on cases that have made headlines over his long career in law enforcement. Wittman’s career has taken him from Spain to extract $50 million worth of Goya and Brueghel paintings from a Spanish mobster to France to save a priceless Rodin. He has rescued Rembrandts, Renoirs and even the golden armor of an ancient Peruvian warrior king. He will also share his greatest challenge: working undercover to track the criminals behind the century’s largest unsolved art crime, the $500-million-dollar theft from the Isabella Gardner Museum in Boston.Led by an expert on art crime, Robert Wittman, this seminar is a unique opportunity to meet the man who has been dubbed "The most famous art detective in the world." Join us to hear about his illustrious career in the FBI National Art Crime Team and the many masterpieces he has rescued.Book sale and signing hosted by the Friends of the Selby Library bookstore.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Board Games for all ages!

Come solo or with friends for a morning of fun! Classic and newer board games provided.All ages.Sponsored by Friends of the Selby Public Library

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Learn and Play Storytime

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities in this story time for babies and toddlers.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Healthy Living: Chair Yoga with Manching

A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance. This is a perfect class for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from an injury. Beg......More

A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance. This is a perfect class for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from an injury. Beginners welcome.This is a 7-week series with the following dates: October 23, October 30, November 6, November 20, December 4, December 11.Attendance at all 7 sessions is suggested, but not required. Please register for each session you wish to attend. Note: There is no class on Friday, November 27th due to Thanksgiving.Taught by Manching Tom, Certified Yoga Instructor.*** Please bring a yoga block and strap if available.*** Waiver Forms will be available and must be completed by each participant before the class.Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start time. Otherwise, you may lose your spot. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately at 1:55pm. Please cancel your registration if you cannot make it so that others may join. We appreciate your consideration!

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Tour with Arts Advocates

Discover Art at the Selby LibraryJoin Carol Darling, Vice President of Arts Advocates, for a 30-minute guided tour of the impressive art collection currently on display at Selby Library.Discover connections between Sarasota’s historic Art Colony artists and other influe......More

Discover Art at the Selby LibraryJoin Carol Darling, Vice President of Arts Advocates, for a 30-minute guided tour of the impressive art collection currently on display at Selby Library.Discover connections between Sarasota’s historic Art Colony artists and other influential Florida artists while learning more about the respected artists represented in this special exhibition. The collection is on loan to the library for three months from the nonprofit Arts Advocates.Meet in the rotunda to begin this guided walk-through of the art that helped make—and continues to make—Sarasota a cultural destination.

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Music Club

Jam and learn in the Teen Center with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for tween and teen music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who enjoy music.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

LEGO Club

Ages 5 and up. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Creations will be on display in the youth area for one week following the programs. LEGO pieces are provided by The Friends of Selby Public Library and other......More

Ages 5 and up. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Creations will be on display in the youth area for one week following the programs. LEGO pieces are provided by The Friends of Selby Public Library and other generous donors.Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Pick up a ticket starting 30 minutes before the program.

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Off the Page: Anthony Horowitz

See legendary author and screenwriter Anthony Horowitz! Book sale and signing included.Anthony is one of the most prolific and successful writers in the UK, working across many different media - YA fiction, detective novels, TV, films, plays and journalism. Best known f......More

See legendary author and screenwriter Anthony Horowitz! Book sale and signing included.Anthony is one of the most prolific and successful writers in the UK, working across many different media - YA fiction, detective novels, TV, films, plays and journalism. Best known for his Alex Rider adventures which have sold over 21 million copies worldwide, he works mainly in the spy, thriller and mystery genres. His Hawthorne stories, in which he appears as an unlikely sidekick, has sold well over a million copies and a sixth book in the series, "A Deadly Episode," was published in April 2026. His three bestselling crime novels, "Magpie Murders," "Moonflower Murders" and "Marble Hall Murders" have all been filmed for the BBC with Lesley Manville in the lead role. "Marble Hall Murders" is scheduled to air in 2026. Working with his wife, producer Jill Green, he also wrote and created the award-winning television drama "Foyle’s War." His other books include continuation novels of both Sherlock Holmes and James Bond. He has been awarded the CBE for services to literature and lives in London with his wife and two sons.Barnes and Noble will be on site selling books.

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Matter of Balance Fall series

Please Register for Matter of Balance! You only need to sign up once - this program is a series. Registration will close after the second session (October 12th).Click here to find registration information on an external site.Matter of Balance is an award-winning evidenc......More

Please Register for Matter of Balance! You only need to sign up once - this program is a series. Registration will close after the second session (October 12th).Click here to find registration information on an external site.Matter of Balance is an award-winning evidence-based fall prevention program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fall risk. Class meets for two-hours, once a week, for 8 weeks. Must attend 5 of the 8 classes to graduate.You will learn to:- view falls as controllable- set goals for increasing activity- make changes to reduce fall risks at home- exercise to increase strength and balanceWho should attend?- anyone over the age of 60 who is concerned about falls- anyone who has fallen in the past- anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Jazz Fundamentals & Beyond workshop series

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Music Discussion Group

Join us to discuss a beloved album each month! Music Discussion Group meets on the second Tuesday of most months. Registration is not required.November 10: "Just Another Diamond Day" by Vashti BunyanListen to the album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-HDcMplduA&list=O......More

Join us to discuss a beloved album each month! Music Discussion Group meets on the second Tuesday of most months. Registration is not required.November 10: "Just Another Diamond Day" by Vashti BunyanListen to the album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-HDcMplduA&list=OLAK5uy_niAQbVlOKbtFI6OeAmDN1sPbRuddT8fbA

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Words and Wiggles Storytime

This preschool-aged story time is led by a library staff member. Enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities!

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Selby Non-Fiction Book Club

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! The Selby Non-Fiction Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of most months. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. Registration is not required.Come with your book suggestions for months to follow!No......More

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! The Selby Non-Fiction Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of most months. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. Registration is not required.Come with your book suggestions for months to follow!November 11: “TBD” by TBD (OTP selection)December 8: “TBD” by TBD

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Read With The Dogs

Meet therapy dogs and their owners, and enjoy the benefits of socializing and reading.

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ArtSELF - Arts for Wellness Series: No Rules Art Journaling

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation is excited to offer a new series of Arts Wellness Workshops, designed to enhance community well-being through the power of the arts. This FREE series of one-hour workshops will offer our community a much-needed space to relax, rejuven......More

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation is excited to offer a new series of Arts Wellness Workshops, designed to enhance community well-being through the power of the arts. This FREE series of one-hour workshops will offer our community a much-needed space to relax, rejuvenate, and manage stress, all while exploring creative self-care practices.Using a variety of art materials, including vintage papers, stamps, and magazines, participants explore creative self-expression in a relaxed, supportive environment. There are no rules, no artistic experience needed, and no pressure to create a finished product—just space to play, reflect, and create! Art journaling can be used as a calming, self-regulating practice and a private way to process thoughts, emotions, and everyday experiences. Teaching artist Kat Sjogren guides participants through mixed media techniques while encouraging personal creativity and exploration. This relaxed, welcoming workshop is designed to help relieve stress and reconnect with creativity through the simple act of making something. What you end up with is entirely your own: a small, meaningful reflection of that moment in time.Registration is required: click here to register

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SRQ Makers Group Meetup

This meetup is for anyone in the Sarasota area who is interested in all things DIY, hobby electronics, robotics, coding, 3D printing, and more. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced maker, this group is a place for you to showcase your projects, collaborate on id......More

This meetup is for anyone in the Sarasota area who is interested in all things DIY, hobby electronics, robotics, coding, 3D printing, and more. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced maker, this group is a place for you to showcase your projects, collaborate on ideas, and acquire new skills. Join us for meetups, workshops, and networking opportunities with like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating and making. Let's come together to inspire, innovate, and make awesome things!Please note that this is primarily a discussion group. While we may take a look at how some of the Creation Station equipment works, we will not work on individual projects during this meetup. Appointments to use equipment can be requested by clicking this link and scrolling down to click "appointment."

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Libraries and History Center Closure

Sarasota County Libraries and the History Center will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.We will resume normal hours on Thursday, Nov. 12.

Creation Station: Experienced Sewing Lab

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with sewing machine experience.This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions.Sewing mach......More

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with sewing machine experience.This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions.Sewing machines are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and you are welcome to bring your own machine if you wish. If you are unable to attend, please cancel via your email confirmation link or contact the library.

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Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

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Creation Station Adult Lab: Gift tags and bows

Get ready for the holidays making personalized gift tags and handmade bows. All materials and instruction provided.Sponsored by Friends of the Selby Public LibraryRegister below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class i......More

Get ready for the holidays making personalized gift tags and handmade bows. All materials and instruction provided.Sponsored by Friends of the Selby Public LibraryRegister below. Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately after the start time, and you may lose your spot if you are late. Please cancel your registration if you cannot make it so that others may join. We appreciate your consideration!

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The Magic of Moments: Nature Poetry Reading & Q&A with Joan Kantor

Poet Joan Kantor will present her work in an engaging reading and Q&A, featuring selections from The Magic of Moments and her new book, Whispering Words Over Water, exploring the beauty, movement, and quiet discoveries found in nature. Joan's original photographs and po......More

Poet Joan Kantor will present her work in an engaging reading and Q&A, featuring selections from The Magic of Moments and her new book, Whispering Words Over Water, exploring the beauty, movement, and quiet discoveries found in nature. Joan's original photographs and poetry will also be on display in the rotunda for the months of November and December.Joan Kantor is an award-winning author, poet, and photographer whose work is deeply inspired by the natural world. Her books have received first-place honors in both the Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards and the Hackney Literary Awards. Water is often her muse, with many poems taking shape while she swims or spends time outdoors. Pairing her original photography with evocative, approachable writing, Joan captures the beauty, stillness, and unexpected discoveries found in nature and everyday life.

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Teen Advisory Board

Do you want to be more involved with your library? Join other teens at the monthly Teen Advisory Board meetings, where you will discuss teen library services such as teen programming and the teen collection. Attendees will earn community service hours for their time at ......More

Do you want to be more involved with your library? Join other teens at the monthly Teen Advisory Board meetings, where you will discuss teen library services such as teen programming and the teen collection. Attendees will earn community service hours for their time at the meeting, as well as build leadership experience.For the volunteer application, visit the Sarasota County volunteer page here: https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/volunteer.

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Sister Cities Lecture Series: Echoes of Florida - Spanish, African, and Native Roots

Echoes of Florida: Spanish, African, and Native Roots presented by speaker Ofelia M. Uribe, Docent at Reflections of Manatee.This lecture explores the cultural melting pot of Florida. You will journey through the histories and lasting contributions of Native Americans, ......More

Echoes of Florida: Spanish, African, and Native Roots presented by speaker Ofelia M. Uribe, Docent at Reflections of Manatee.This lecture explores the cultural melting pot of Florida. You will journey through the histories and lasting contributions of Native Americans, Spanish, and Freedom Seekers - The resistance, survival, and alliances that shaped the region.About Our Presenter: Ofelia M. Uribe is a bilingual storyteller, performing arts instructor, and living history educator who brings culture and history to life through the arts. Her work is informed by her B.A. in International/Intercultural Studies from Northeastern Illinois University and her years living in Latin America, Europe, and the U.S. She currently serves as a docent at Reflections of Manatee and volunteers at the Manatee Village Historical Park. Her collaborations include the Sarasota Ballet, Sarasota Art Museum, and Cre-Arte Cultural Center. Ofelia is also a retired criminal investigator for the U.S. Department of Justice.We hope you will join us for these enriching and memorable experiences. Please mark your calendars and share this invitation with fellow members and friends.Provided by Sister Cities Association of Sarasota.

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Selby Writers

Participate in our creative writing workshops! During this month's class, we’ll practice techniques for developing a thrilling climax in a story. Please bring pen/paper or a laptop to write with.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Learn and Play Storytime

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities in this story time for babies and toddlers.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Healthy Living: Chair Yoga with Manching

A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance. This is a perfect class for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from an injury. Beg......More

A new class designed for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. Join us to explore basic yoga poses to develop strength, flexibility and balance. This is a perfect class for anyone who’s new to yoga, living with limited mobility, or coming back from an injury. Beginners welcome.This is a 7-week series with the following dates: October 23, October 30, November 6, November 20, December 4, December 11.Attendance at all 7 sessions is suggested, but not required. Please register for each session you wish to attend. Note: There is no class on Friday, November 27th due to Thanksgiving.Taught by Manching Tom, Certified Yoga Instructor.*** Please bring a yoga block and strap if available.*** Waiver Forms will be available and must be completed by each participant before the class.Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start time. Otherwise, you may lose your spot. We will begin to let waitlisted people into the class immediately at 1:55pm. Please cancel your registration if you cannot make it so that others may join. We appreciate your consideration!

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Music Club

Jam and learn in the Teen Center with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for tween and teen music lovers who want to learn to play an instrument or find people who enjoy music.

1331 First St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, US

Off the Page: Craig Johnson

Craig Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Walt Longmire mystery novels, which are the basis for "Longmire," the hit Netflix original drama. The books have won numerous awards: Le Prix du Polar Nouvel Observateur/Bibliobs, the Wyoming Historical Assoc......More

Craig Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Walt Longmire mystery novels, which are the basis for "Longmire," the hit Netflix original drama. The books have won numerous awards: Le Prix du Polar Nouvel Observateur/Bibliobs, the Wyoming Historical Association’s Book of the Year, Le Prix 813, the Western Writers of America’s Owen Wister Award and multiple Spur Awards, the Mountains & Plains Book of the Year, the SNCF Prix de Polar, Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year, Library Journal's Best Mystery of the Year, and multiple Will Rogers Medallion Awards and the Lariat Award. Spirit of Steamboat was selected by the Wyoming State Library as the inaugural One Book Wyoming. Johnson lives in Ucross, Wyoming, population twenty-six.Barnes and Noble will be on site selling books.

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