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.

Join us for a fun musical experience and learn the many sounds a drum can make!

 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.

"Economics for Success" 

Junior Achievement Young Adult Program

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.

 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

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.

The Florida Department of Health Sarasota County's Health in Motion staff provide no cost
health screenings and referrals for general health and wellness. No appointment is needed. For questions call 941-861-2873.

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.  

Kids ages 4-12.  This week, Music Club wraps up for the summer with Bug Songs, a fabulously fun presentation of bug science through song!  Parents/caregivers are welcome to join in the fun.

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.

Ages 11-18. Explore and experiment to create a unique treasure box with artist Judy Levine. Build layers of color with paint, collage, and tissue paper and then add texture and pattern using press printing techniques, stamps, and paint rollers.

As of 7/25/2018, this class has been cancelled.

Enjoy Celtic music with Scott Blum. This is a Concert in the Libraries program.

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 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?

Having trouble with your device? Need help syncing your eBooks? Come see Luis, our in-house tech expert! See the Reference Desk for more information.

Join us for a discussion about making the library a better place for teens! We will discuss programming, volunteering opportunities, and more.

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!

Join us for our monthly movie night!

Dance the night away, make your own dance ribbons, and enjoy snacks! Hop in the photo booth and receive a printed photo. Bring your stuffed animal to participate in a stuffed animal dance-off for prizes!

Learn how to design simple 3D objects online, create and print your own! Registration not required, all ages welcome. 

"Luckiest Girl Alive" by Jessica Knoll. A dark and gripping novel about a woman with a haunted past that threatens to ruin her future. Join us for a lively discussion of this novel!

An open block of time for a teen takeover in the Creation Station. Your tools include audio production equipment, a 3D printer, Creative Cloud software and much more!