Matter of Balance, week 3

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.Participants will learn:- view falls as controllable- set goals for increasing activity- make changes to reduce fall ......More

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.Participants will learn:- 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 concerned about falls- anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength- anyone who has fallen in the past- anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concernsThis is an 8-week class led by Kelly Ward, Florida Dept. of Health Sarasota County.Registration is required and limited to 16 participants. Participants MUST attend 5 of 8 classes to graduate.Registration is available on the first meeting date, July 13.

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

Quirky Mahjong

Whether you're an experienced player or a newcomer to this tile-based game of luck and strategy, we welcome you to join this friendly group! Please bring your National Mahjong League card if you have one. Beginners will be able to use one of the library's cards during t......More

Whether you're an experienced player or a newcomer to this tile-based game of luck and strategy, we welcome you to join this friendly group! Please bring your National Mahjong League card if you have one. Beginners will be able to use one of the library's cards during the session.Contact [email protected] if you would like to volunteer to teach newcomers.Do you have an American Mahjong tile set you can bring? Please bring it if possible.Registration is required and limited to 20 players. One name per registration, please.

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

Grow With the Arts Summer Camp: ART!

Want to explore art and build your skills even more this summer? Come make a custom drawstring backpack with our Creation Station equipment! To cap us off, art instructor, Janessa Tamsett, returns to help us elevate our art to the next level one more time this summer.Re......More

Want to explore art and build your skills even more this summer? Come make a custom drawstring backpack with our Creation Station equipment! To cap us off, art instructor, Janessa Tamsett, returns to help us elevate our art to the next level one more time this summer.Registration is required and limited to 20 tweens and teens. One name per registration, please. Participants are not required to attend all camp sessions.Color Your World Camp is provided through a partnership with Englewood Creative Arts.

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

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

Summer Finale: End of Summer Bash!

Plant a seed of imagination and help us grow a love of reading! Join us as we wrap up the Summer with face painting, pizza, an ecology station, and a special visit from a fire truck. Let’s celebrate by planting the seeds for lifelong learning!

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

Matter of Balance, week 4

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.Participants will learn:- view falls as controllable- set goals for increasing activity- make changes to reduce fall ......More

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.Participants will learn:- 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 concerned about falls- anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength- anyone who has fallen in the past- anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concernsThis is an 8-week class led by Kelly Ward, Florida Dept. of Health Sarasota County.Registration is required and limited to 16 participants. Participants MUST attend 5 of 8 classes to graduate.Registration is available on the first meeting date, July 13.

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

Open Sewing Lab

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Do you need help with a sewing or mending project? Bring your fabric and your plan and we can help with the rest.This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions. This is ideal......More

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Do you need help with a sewing or mending project? Bring your fabric and your plan and we can help with the rest.This is not a class, but an open lab where you can practice your skills and ask questions. This is ideal for adults with basic sewing machine experience. Registration required.If you are unable to attend, please cancel via your email confirmation link or contact the library.

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

Coding in Scratch: Cheese Chase!

Have you ever wanted to make your own videogame? Join us as we build a maze videogame called Cheese Chase using Scratch, a programming language designed for kids. No experience with coding is required. Chromebooks will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your ow......More

Have you ever wanted to make your own videogame? Join us as we build a maze videogame called Cheese Chase using Scratch, a programming language designed for kids. No experience with coding is required. Chromebooks will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own laptop or tablet.

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

Summer Fruit Watercolors

Join Englewood crafter, Cris Walton to learn how to create beautiful watercolor note cards. Learn how the Cricut machine can make designs with watercolor markers. Use the water-activated designs to create your own magically fun summer fruit watercolor painting. This is ......More

Join Englewood crafter, Cris Walton to learn how to create beautiful watercolor note cards. Learn how the Cricut machine can make designs with watercolor markers. Use the water-activated designs to create your own magically fun summer fruit watercolor painting. This is a beginner-friendly activity. No experience necessary.Registration required.Sponsored by the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library.

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

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

The Quirky Quill Writer's Group

Join fellow writers on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening of creativity, imagination, and fun. Bring a composition notebook, pens or pencils, or a laptop, whatever you prefer.During each session, participants will be given timed writing prompts and challen......More

Join fellow writers on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening of creativity, imagination, and fun. Bring a composition notebook, pens or pencils, or a laptop, whatever you prefer.During each session, participants will be given timed writing prompts and challenged to complete their writing within the allotted time. No overthinking, no editing—just writing! When the writing time expires, those who wish to share their work will have the opportunity to read aloud.One strict rule: NO AI. This is creative writing, and we're here to exercise our own imaginations and put our brains to work. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just getting started, come ready to write, laugh, and be inspired.Registration required.

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

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