A Matter of Balance #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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks......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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks at homeexercise to increase strength and balanceWho should attend?anyone concerned about fallsanyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strengthanyone who has fallen in the pastanyone 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.

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

Libraries and History Center Closure

Libraries and History Center ClosureWednesday, Dec. 24 - Friday, Dec. 26We will resume normal hours on Saturday, Dec. 27.

A Matter of Balance #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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks......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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks at homeexercise to increase strength and balanceWho should attend?anyone concerned about fallsanyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strengthanyone who has fallen in the pastanyone 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.

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

Libraries and History Center Closure

Libraries and History Center ClosureThursday, Jan. 1 - Friday, Jan. 2.We will resume normal hours on Saturday, Jan. 3.

A Matter of Balance #5

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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks......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 controllableset goals for increasing activitymake changes to reduce fall risks at homeexercise to increase strength and balanceWho should attend?anyone concerned about fallsanyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strengthanyone who has fallen in the pastanyone 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.

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

Tech Basics: Discover our New Catalog and Printing System!

New to the area or just coming back to town? Join us for a demo of our new computer catalog, as well as our new printing system! Learn how to search for items, place holds, download eBooks, send print jobs from your mobile phone, and more! Registration is required. One ......More

New to the area or just coming back to town? Join us for a demo of our new computer catalog, as well as our new printing system! Learn how to search for items, place holds, download eBooks, send print jobs from your mobile phone, and more! Registration is required. One name per registration, please.This program will start promptly at 10:30 a.m. 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!

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

Travelogues with Jane Mahler: Japan Part 2

Koyasan and Nara are cultural, spiritual and artistic treasures in the Kii Peninsula of Japan.  Japan's history and culture were shaped by the introduction of Buddhism in the 6th century, which became intertwined in the indigenous Shinto traditions. Koyasan is a mountai......More

Koyasan and Nara are cultural, spiritual and artistic treasures in the Kii Peninsula of Japan.  Japan's history and culture were shaped by the introduction of Buddhism in the 6th century, which became intertwined in the indigenous Shinto traditions. Koyasan is a mountainous temple settlement, a journey through the tapestry of Japan’s religious and cultural history of feudal lords, prominent monks, and samurai.  Nara is a city known for its rich history as Japan's first permanent capital, its numerous temples and the deer roaming freely in the city parks. Surrounded by the lush nature, Nara offers a landscape unchanged for over 2000 years.  Nara is the historical heart of Japan’s early Buddhism, which became part of the nation’s politics.  It is a history prominently reflected in the numerous famous temples throughout central Nara.This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Elsie Quirk Library.

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

Great Books Discussion Group

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month from January through March and is moderated by Ross Ament. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1. A copy of the Great Conversations books are available at ......More

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month from January through March and is moderated by Ross Ament. Reading selections will be from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 1. A copy of the Great Conversations books are available at the Reference desk at Elsie Quirk Library. New members are always welcome!The reading selections are as follows:Jan 8, 2026--“Secret Sharer” by Joseph ConradFeb. 5--“Theory of the Leisure Class” by T. VeblenMarch 5--“Stages of Life” by Carl Jung

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