Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs. For ages 0-2 years old.

This program will be held at the Venice Community Center located at 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285.

 Ask Bob, our local Windows expert, any questions about your PC or Laptop.

Join other tweens this summer for Xbox and WiiU gaming. Play starts at 10 a.m. and runs until 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served and the program is restricted to youth ages 9-12 years old.

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Recommended for up to 5 years with parent or caregiver. Singer/guitarist           Dave Moran entertains with favorite children’s songs. Limit 80.

 Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children. For ages 2-3.

Interact and participate with your child in a variety of early literacy activities that include music, movement, crafts and school readiness activities.

ESOL Conversation Group for intermediate to higher level ESL learners.

Students MUST first be registered with the Literacy Council

Contact:  Sue Bergstrom 941-955-0421

Join Alyssa Lopez as she leads the discussion of the book "The Piano Teacher" by Janice Y.K. Lee.

Continue your summer learning through ABCmouse, iReady, or other educational websites! Bring your account login information, if needed.

Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.

 Join us for a fun-filled morning of reading, songs, dancing, learning Kindergarten readiness skills and craft activities. For ages 3-6.

Join our resident technology expert to learn digital art, coding, and web design.  Be sure to sign up for the series as these programs build on one another.

For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Free lunches for anyone up to age 18 will be served in the youth program room June 4-Aug. 3 excluding July 4. Hot lunches are served on Monday through Thursday, and bagged lunches are served on Fridays.  

A Sarasota Chiropractor teaches ways to restore movement to the skeletal system that you can perform on yourself.

This event occurs only on April 19, May 17, and June 21 at 1 p.m. for one hour.

Kids ages 6-12. Each week we'll explore different musical forms via special performances, instrument show-and-tell, and creating musical instruments with everyday materials. Check with the library to learn more about each week's activities.

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.  Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Loose lecture-oriented discussion group for people who are relatively familiar with their Apple devices. Make the most out of your iPhones and iPads!

For people who want to improve their Spanish speaking skills. Come practice your pronunciation and oral understanding through conversation and instruction of this romantic language. Everyone is welcome.

Have you ever wanted to make your own custom jewelry? Come to our workshop taught by Judy Levine to learn how!

Celebrate the new “Jurassic World” movie with your family and friends by watching the Blu-ray version of the previous movie on our high definition screen! Children under 13 are required to be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Have you seen any colorful rocks hidden throughout Sarasota? Explore the latest trend of painting and hiding small rocks as a way to brighten the day of a stranger. Join us at the library to make some rock creations of your own.

Are you a movie buff? Interested in watching critically acclaimed films and learning a little bit about the movie industry as well?

Experience interactive experiments, puppetry and comedy about the science of sound. Recommended for elementary-aged children. Space is available on a first come, first served basis.

Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets.

Join us for our weekly family board game night! We will supply various games for all ages but feel free to bring your own favorite to share!

Reception for the Jean Blackburn exhibit, on display at Selby Library. Mingle in the Selby Rotunda while enjoying new works by this well-known, contemporary local artist. 

Have you ever spun a plate on a stick? Balanced on a tight wire? Clowned around? Now is your chance to learn new skills with The Circus Arts Conservatory clown, Karen Bell.

This program is recommended for ages 9-12. 

Learn the fundamentals of sewing, from threading the machine to finishing touches. Make and take an item sewn by you! Materials are provided, class is free!