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.
Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Then from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Keep calm and create with self-directed arts and crafts projects. Ask for the cart at the youth desk.
Story Time
Join us for a morning of songs, stories and a themed craft! Ages 0-5 welcome with caregivers!
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
The Literacy Council of Sarasota
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Class
- Registration required through The Literacy Council of Sarasota
941.955.0421
Learn to download library eBooks and audio books onto your device.
Learn to download library eBooks and audiobooks onto your device.
hoopla® for Beginners: Use the Library's Streaming Videos and Music
hoopla® is the digital media service that lets you borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone--and even your TV--for free with your library card.
VPL patrons playing chess and teaching the game to others
After School Excitement
Come create, play, or just relax at the library after school. Our Teen Room is open from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Teen Room
Teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to hang out, play games, and more.
Come to the teen room and choose from a variety of board games like Apples to Apples, Balderdash, Uno, Scattergories, Scrabble and more.
LEGOs at the Library
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.
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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.
Open Lab in the Creation Station
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.