Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.  Then from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Learn Genealogy research through Ancestry, Heritage Quest, etc.  Students need names, dates, and locations of people to be researched on the databases. Bring your own thumb drive for articles to be printed.

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? On the first and third Monday mornings of every month, from 10:00 a.m.

SHINE counselors provide free, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.

The Suncoast Blood Bank mobile unit will be on-site receiving blood donations.  All donors will receive a free wellness check that includes blood pressure check, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening.  Donors will

Keep calm and create with self-directed arts and crafts projects.   Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

This computer-based genealogy course covers the following topics: why study genealogy; how to get started; what sources are available; and how to organize and present your research.

Join us for a morning of songs, stories and a themed craft!  Ages 0-5 welcome with caregivers!

The Literacy Council of Sarasota

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Class 

- Registration required through The Literacy Council of Sarasota

941.955.0421

The chess club is an opportunity to play friendly games of chess in a low-stress environment. Patrons of all ages and levels are welcome to come, as help is given to those who need it! Chess boards and pieces will be provided.

Come join us for our Space Themed teen movie. Continuous Showing of Captain Marvel  from Noon - 7:30pm. Snacks will be provided.

Join us for our last summer afternoon movie, Monsters vs. Aliens (PG).

Learn Genealogy research through Ancestry, Heritage Quest, etc.  Students need names, dates, and locations of people to be researched on the databases. Bring your own thumb drive for articles to be printed.

VPL patrons playing chess and teaching the game to others

Come build space and galaxy themed crafts at the library!

Please join NASA Ambassador Gregory T. Shanos as he surveys the history of the Apollo missions to the moon and discusses significant findings from the moon rock samples that were returned.

Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5, join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.

We met our community goal to read for 50,000 minutes. Now let's celebrate reading with delicious mini cupcakes provided by the Sarasota County Library Foundation! 

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.

Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.