Special Events

Friends of the Library board meeting.

We will provide a selection of books and a reading list based on a monthly theme and participants will review their book choices at the following month’s meeting.

The Hidden History of Florida

The 21st annual Lemon Bay Fest: Englewood History with Zest! is celebrated February 4 – 11, 2023. This event is a weeklong celebration of Englewood’s past, featuring tours, a series of informative Englewood history programs, and a day-long Cracker Fair. The programs are held at the Englewood Charlotte Public Library and the Elsie Quirk Library. Programs at the Englewood Charlotte Library.

Join our volunteer Tammie for a discussion about writing fiction.

Chef Warren - Cajun & Creole

Join producer and investigator Mike Familant as he shares his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America’s famous legend—Bigfoot. Although this program is free, seating is limited. Please call 941.681-3736 or register online for a reservation.

KATHRYN CHESLEY, she-is an enthralling presentation of Life and Time character portrayals. She is well known attends in costume and stays in character. This is a not to be missed opportunity. Character to be determined please visit her website. Leave a note of the character you’d like to see. Kathrynchesley.wixsite.com/website. Looking forward to seeing you. Limited to 50 register in advance more info to follow

John Cribb Lincoln Scholar, on National tour with Rail Splitter celebrating President Abe Lincoln as true statesman.

Dress for a mess and prepare to have some fun in our monthly kids craft for children ages 4-12! Please register each child so we can be sure to have enough supplies for everyone.
Call to register 941.681.3736

Join our volunteer Tammie for a discussion about writing fiction.

Nora Goes Off Script on National Tour, she is the total package brilliant and funny. Gifted writer and inspiring as a speaker.

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to drop into our children’s library for an interactive storytime every Thursday. This program incorporates books, felt boards, rhymes, and musical play to encourage early learning and group participation skills as well as sign language and gross and fine motor skills! No registration required.

Friends of the Library board meeting.

We will provide a selection of books and a reading list based on a monthly theme and participants will discuss their book choices at the following month’s meeting.

Ages 7-12 - Join us every 2nd Friday for a full hour of STEAM-tastic fun! We'll explore new concepts every month in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics! Registration required online or by calling 941.681.3736. Please register each child separately.

Join our volunteer Tammie for a discussion about writing fiction.

 A Million Reasons Why by Jessica Strawser - Come prepared to join in a discussion of the chosen title. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the featured book.

HAMMER AND STAIN, make and take. This was a blow out event for children’s program. Many parents requested a date for them. Still in planning stage more information to come. Open to 20 guests please call to reserve. More events still in planning stages we’ll send an email out with info.

Join our volunteer Tammie for a discussion about writing fiction.

Dress for a mess and prepare to have some fun in our monthly kids craft for children ages 4-12! Please register each child so we can be sure to have enough supplies for everyone.
Call to register 941.681.3736

Children of all ages are invited to come read aloud to a therapy dog in the library! Each child can read on-on-one with their pet partner to build reading confidence and have fun while gaining literacy skills. Sign up for 20-minute reading slots or show up to partner with a reading buddy or group. Sponsored by The Friends of the Englewood Charlotte Library.
Sign up by calling 941.681.3736.

Friends of the Library board meeting.

One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest  by Ken Kesey - Come prepared to join in a discussion of the chosen title. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the featured book.

Friends of the Library board meeting.

It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover - Come prepared to join in a discussion of the chosen title. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the featured book.