Adult Coloring Group

Join us for Adult Coloring Group on Mondays!(Make sure to check the calendar for full availability.)All materials provided.

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"Agatha Christie: A live, Historical Portrayal" by Nan Colton

Nan Colton portrays Agatha Christie in the form of a possible conversation âAgathaâ may have had at a 1956 book signing. She answers the burning questions of âHow do you think of all these stories?â and graciously reveals how she thought her happiness was complete when ......More

Nan Colton portrays Agatha Christie in the form of a possible conversation âAgathaâ may have had at a 1956 book signing. She answers the burning questions of âHow do you think of all these stories?â and graciously reveals how she thought her happiness was complete when Rosalind, her only daughter was born in 1919.By 1926, Agatha's life was in tatters: her mother Clara died, and Archie, her husband, left her for another woman. The mysterious 11 days in 1926 when she âdisappearedâ are hinted at, but the secret reason for her flight remains a mystery. And then, just when she hit rock bottom, everything changed. She humorously tells of her life and times with world famous archeologist Max Mallowan and her subsequent climb to fame as the worldâs most widely read author.At the close of the presentation the audience may ask questions of either âAgathaâ or Nan Colton.*** No registration is required. First come, first seated ***

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ROAR! on the Road

Enjoy this free storytime program from The Ringling that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. Plus, continue the fun by taking home a free book! Best for ages 0-5.Ticket required to recei......More

Enjoy this free storytime program from The Ringling that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and learn about an object in the museum. Plus, continue the fun by taking home a free book! Best for ages 0-5.Ticket required to receive book. Check in at the youth desk when you arrive.

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Travelogue | Morocco

Join our Travelogue with Jane Mahler for an engaging lecture on The Kingdom of Moroccoâa land where ancient traditions and modern influences meet. This constitutional monarchy, rooted in Berber heritage, blends Arabian and European cultural threads into a vibrant, livin......More

Join our Travelogue with Jane Mahler for an engaging lecture on The Kingdom of Moroccoâa land where ancient traditions and modern influences meet. This constitutional monarchy, rooted in Berber heritage, blends Arabian and European cultural threads into a vibrant, living tapestry.Discover Roman ruins from the first century, wander through UNESCO World Heritage cities, and explore iconic destinations like Casablanca and Marrakech. From sweeping coastlines to the Atlas Mountains and the vast Sahara Desert, Morocco offers an astonishing range of landscapes.First come, first seated.

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Adult Arts & Crafts: Diamond Painted Snow Globes

Where is the coolest place in your home? Make it even cooler with a diamond painted snow globe magnet! All materials provided. First come, first seated. Tickets are available at the reference desk one hour prior to event.

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Anime Club

Want more anime or manga in your life? Whether youâve just discovered anime or youâve been reading manga for years, this is the place to meet fellow fans, watch and discuss your favorite series, and eat yummy snacks!Ages 13-18 only.

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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.

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

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Homeschool Hang: Book Page Flower Wreaths

If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gateâs monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library.This month, we will be making fall wreaths with flowers ......More

If you are a homeschool teen who loves to try new things, look no further than Gulf Gateâs monthly homeschool program! Hang with us once a month and enjoy experimenting, creating, or just having fun at the library.This month, we will be making fall wreaths with flowers made from book pages!Registration required. Ages 11-18.

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Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

GG Tech Nav Donna Brown

Tech Nav appt

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Advanced Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Group Conversation.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Arts & Crafts: Diamond Painted Snow Globes

Where is the coolest place in your home? Make it even cooler with a diamond painted snow globe magnet! All materials provided. First come, first seated. Tickets are available at the reference desk one hour prior to event.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Mahjong Syndicate: Registration Required

Interested in Mahjong? Join fellow beginning enthusiasts for some rounds of this ancient game. This is for non-competitive, social players only! Registration is required. BYOC, please, bring your own card.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Coloring Group

Join us for Adult Coloring Group on Mondays!(Make sure to check the calendar for full availability.)All materials provided.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Monday Matinee | Murder on the Orient Express

Join us for a relaxing library matinee featuring a film on our big screen.This monthâs movie isMurder on the Orient Express (1974, 128 minutes).Aboard a train from Istanbul, a passenger is found murdered and famed Belgian detective Hercule Poirot steps up to determine w......More

Join us for a relaxing library matinee featuring a film on our big screen.This monthâs movie isMurder on the Orient Express (1974, 128 minutes).Aboard a train from Istanbul, a passenger is found murdered and famed Belgian detective Hercule Poirot steps up to determine which of the other passengers is responsible. The victim, who just the night before had asked Poirot for protection, turns out to not be who he seemed. Based on the novel by Agatha Christie.*** First come, first seated ***

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SunCoast Blood Centers: Blood Drive

Join us for our SunCoast Blood Drive to save a life this summer! To thank donors for their life-saving efforts, they will receive an e-gift card. The bus will be parked in the overflow parking lot at the Gulf Gate Library.Walks-in welcome or schedule an appointment onli......More

Join us for our SunCoast Blood Drive to save a life this summer! To thank donors for their life-saving efforts, they will receive an e-gift card. The bus will be parked in the overflow parking lot at the Gulf Gate Library.Walks-in welcome or schedule an appointment online!

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Adult Arts & Crafts: Anxious Adult Resin Projects

Create resin products for yourself or gifts for someone special. All materials provided.Registration is required for this event, space is limited. Registration will open at 10:00 AM EST on Friday, November 6. Please note: we will not be registering people prior to this ......More

Create resin products for yourself or gifts for someone special. All materials provided.Registration is required for this event, space is limited. Registration will open at 10:00 AM EST on Friday, November 6. Please note: we will not be registering people prior to this date and time.

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Off the Page: Phil Plait, "The Bad Astronomer"

Discover the cosmos with Dr. Phil Plait, the Bad Astronomer! Book sales and signing included.It all started because astronomer Phil Plait got tired of news coverage repeating myths about balancing an egg on an equinox, planetary alignments causing earthquakes, and the '......More

Discover the cosmos with Dr. Phil Plait, the Bad Astronomer! Book sales and signing included.It all started because astronomer Phil Plait got tired of news coverage repeating myths about balancing an egg on an equinox, planetary alignments causing earthquakes, and the 'faked' moon landing. He created a website called 'Bad Astronomy', and started calling out bad science online. Clearing up widespread scientific misconceptions naturally evolved into sharing the science he loved as well. He found readers eager to hear his concise, accessible, and sometimes funny explanations about both basic theory and the latest advances.Twenty years later, Dr. Plait is known as the Bad Astronomer and has written three popular science books "Bad Astronomy," "Death From The Skies!" and "Under Alien Skies." He wrote and hosted "Crash Course Astronomy," a 46-part educational web series that has nearly 80 million views and is frequently used in schools. He was the head science writer for Season 1 of "Bill Nye Saves the World" on Netflix, and currently writes a weekly astronomy column for Scientific American. He writes the thrice-weekly Bad Astronomy newsletter that keeps subscribers apprised of the latest sky news, and is known for his social media presence.He has appeared on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, Pax TV, Tech TV, Syfy, Radio BBC, Air America, NPR, and many other television and internet venues. His writing has appeared in Discover magazine, Sky and Telescope, Scientific American, Astronomy magazine, Night Sky magazine, Space.com, and more. Dr. Plait earned his doctorate in astronomy at the University of Virginia, and worked on the Hubble Space Telescope as a NASA contractor at the Goddard Space Flight Center.The Bookdragon's Lair Bookstore will be selling books at the event.

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Hula Hoops for Littles

Join presenter Amy Bradley each month for a special class with hula hoops, props, games, and activities designed especially for littles! Best for ages 1-5.Ticket required. Check in at the youth desk when you arrive.

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Monthly Book Club | Murder on the Orient Express

All aboard for an unforgettable literary journey with Agatha Christieâs classic mystery, Murder on the Orient Express! When a passenger is found murdered aboard a luxurious train stranded by snow, legendary detective Hercule Poirot must unravel a web of secrets, lies, a......More

All aboard for an unforgettable literary journey with Agatha Christieâs classic mystery, Murder on the Orient Express! When a passenger is found murdered aboard a luxurious train stranded by snow, legendary detective Hercule Poirot must unravel a web of secrets, lies, and surprising clues. Who is the killer...and can you solve the mystery before Poirot does?No registration required. First come, first seated.Contact Adult Services Librarian Lucy with any feedback or input: [email protected] you at Gulf Gate!

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Adult Arts & Crafts: Poinsettia Keychains

Remember macrame classes at summer camp? Come put those skills to use by making a poinsettia keychain for yourself or someone you love. All materials provided. First come, first seated. Tickets available at the reference desk one hour before the event.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

LEGO Club

Join us every other Tuesday 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

Tabletop Game Club

Learn and play Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, or Magic the Gathering! All experience levels welcome!For ages 13-18.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Creation Station Appointments

Creation Stations are the makerspaces in Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Makerspaces make it possible for people of all ages to explore, design and create! From sewing to crafting, to coding and designing, the Creation Station helps creatives transfo......More

Creation Stations are the makerspaces in Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Makerspaces make it possible for people of all ages to explore, design and create! From sewing to crafting, to coding and designing, the Creation Station helps creatives transform ideas and turn them into reality.Book an appointment with us to learn various equipment such as our Cricut, 3D printers, and more with help from our trained staff!đ These sessions are by appointment only. Please request an appointment here.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Creation Station Appointment

Creation Stations are the makerspaces in Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Makerspaces make it possible for people of all ages to explore, design and create! From sewing to crafting, to coding and designing, the Creation Station helps creatives transfo......More

Creation Stations are the makerspaces in Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Makerspaces make it possible for people of all ages to explore, design and create! From sewing to crafting, to coding and designing, the Creation Station helps creatives transform ideas and turn them into reality.Book an appointment with us to learn various equipment such as our Cricut, 3D printers, and more with help from our trained staff!đ These sessions are by appointment only. Please request an appointment here.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

French Conversation and Culture Group

French Conversation and Culture Group. All are welcome to come and practice your French. Discussions in French are very expansive and include culture, language, cuisine, travel and local events. There are often special presentations in French announced just prior to the......More

French Conversation and Culture Group. All are welcome to come and practice your French. Discussions in French are very expansive and include culture, language, cuisine, travel and local events. There are often special presentations in French announced just prior to the meeting. Celebrating 15+ years at Gulf Gate Library.

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Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Forty Carrots: Partners in Play

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

GG Tech Nav Donna Brown

Tech Nav appt with Dorothy Rogers

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Adult Arts & Crafts: Poinsettia Keychain

Remember macrame classes at summer camp? Come put those skills to use by making a poinsettia keychain for yourself or someone you love. All materials provided. First come, first seated. Tickets available at the reference desk one hour before the event.

7112 Curtiss Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US

Cookbook Club | Carla Lalli Music

Discuss new recipes, share pictures of your own creations, and connect with fellow food (and cookbook) lovers.November Spotlight: Carla Lalli MusicNovember Cookbooks: "Where Cooking Begins," "That Sounds So Good," & "Food is a Feeling"Cook the books! Carla Lalli Music i......More

Discuss new recipes, share pictures of your own creations, and connect with fellow food (and cookbook) lovers.November Spotlight: Carla Lalli MusicNovember Cookbooks: "Where Cooking Begins," "That Sounds So Good," & "Food is a Feeling"Cook the books! Carla Lalli Music is a powerhouse of cooking talent, from her books to her YouTube channel. We'll discuss her approachable, customizable recipes, and share what we made, what we learned, and what we loved.Come prepared to share your thoughts & experiences.Pictures encouraged!

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Let's Explore: The Five Senses

Each month, kids will be able to explore a variety of topics with fun activities such as games, experiments, creative projects, and more! This month, enjoy a variety of sensory activities to explore each of the five senses of the body. Recommended for ages 5-12.

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Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

Join other teens at our monthly Teen Advisory Board Meeting. The Board will discuss topics related to teen library services, teen programs and the teen collections. Attendees will receive community service credit for their time at the meeting.

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