Sarasota Music Archive Jazz Happy Hour: The Matthew Frost Trio

Matthew Frost never fails to delight audiences with his jazz piano artistry. From the St. Regis ballroom on Longboat Key to the Van Wezel, join Matthew and his group of fellow musicians in a delightful celebration of jazz.Reservations open 2 weeks ahead of program on 7/......More

Matthew Frost never fails to delight audiences with his jazz piano artistry. From the St. Regis ballroom on Longboat Key to the Van Wezel, join Matthew and his group of fellow musicians in a delightful celebration of jazz.Reservations open 2 weeks ahead of program on 7/22/2026 @ 8am EST. Check back then!

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

Creation Station: Adult Beginner Sewing - Tissue Pouch

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a fun tissue pouch! All materials and instruction provided.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 ......More

Learn to thread the sewing machine and make a fun tissue pouch! All materials and instruction provided.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!

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

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

Selby Family Films

Selby Family Films invites you to pick a movie to watch! Popcorn and drinks will be provided. All ages are welcome!

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

Youth Lab: Buttons

Learn about the button making machine, and make your own buttons and magnets!Recommended for ages 5-9.If registering multiple children, please fill out the form for each participating child.Please ensure that you are on time. We will begin to let waitlisted people into ......More

Learn about the button making machine, and make your own buttons and magnets!Recommended for ages 5-9.If registering multiple children, please fill out the form for each participating child.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

Jazz Jam SRQ

Come to listen or to play at this bi-monthly open mic jazz jam session for amateur performers. No registration is required. Bring your instrument, and if you would like to play, you may sign up when you arrive.

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

The Florida Panther Project

Join The Florida Panther Project for an old-fashioned Kodak slide presentation. Learn about the recovery of the panther in Florida and their future population prospects.

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

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."

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

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.

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

Game Night at the Library

Play Nintendo Switch games and board games, including chess!

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

Creation Station Adult Lab: Botanical Gelli Printing

Explore the beauty of nature through Gelli printing, a fun and easy monotype process using a soft gel plate, acrylic paint, markers, and real leaves and flowers to create one-of-a-kind prints. Each pull reveals intricate textures with a true “wow” factor.Bring your own ......More

Explore the beauty of nature through Gelli printing, a fun and easy monotype process using a soft gel plate, acrylic paint, markers, and real leaves and flowers to create one-of-a-kind prints. Each pull reveals intricate textures with a true “wow” factor.Bring your own interesting leaves or flowers if you’d like, or use the botanical materials provided. You’ll leave with a collection of bold, frame-worthy prints.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!

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

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.

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

Selby Writers

Participate in our biweekly creative writing workshops! During this first class of the month, we’ll practice freewriting and providing feedback to others.

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

1840 61st St Neighborhood Workshop

This room is for a Neighborhood Workshop to discuss a rezone and special exception application pending with the county. For more information: https://www.scgov.net/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/33690/24?seldept=13&toggle=all-46&widgetId=46

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