Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, songs, parachute time and peek-a-boo scarf songs.

For ages 0-1.

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with our Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium! All ages welcome. 

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

Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Have experienced and trained gardeners answer your botanical questions from every first and third Thursday morning in study room C. 

Tax help. 

Please note AARP volunteers at the library begin assisting the final client of the day 30 minutes to one hour before the last time listed.

Spring into Action! Find new opportunities to utilize your talents to serve your community at Sarasota County's Volunteer Fair.

This hour-long class is meant to equally balance your mind and body, while introducing or deepening knowledge of mindful meditation, breath work, and body alignment.  It is designed for any person regardless of age, body type, disability, gen

The Reading Discussion Group meets the 3rd Thursday of each month October through April. Selected titles will be available for checkout from the Sarasota County Library System.

Enjoy a movie on the library's big screen. Come see "Darby O'Gill and the Little People", along with friends and family.

This event is for children of all ages.

Come in to get newspapers and other supplies to make your own newspaper trees. Take the supplies home to complete your creative, decorative project!

Here are some videos to give you ideas...

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited to 80 people. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

Featuring great stories, singing, dancing, and movement activities young children learn valuable skills and enjoy being with other children.

For ages 1-3.

Interact and participate with your child in a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.  For children ages 0-5. 

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 3-5.

Come build, experiment, and create with our 3D printer, laser cutter, sewing machines, and more. Bring your own projects for development, prototyping, and production, or start something new. 

Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide Program will be available for free individual tax preparation and e-filing. Any age/income level welcome. Please bring a photo ID (required), and any other documents that apply.

Join us as we discuss "Educated" by Tara Westover. 

The Asolo Repertory Theatre Players present Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women,  this year's One Book One Community choice by author Kate Moore.  

Join us as Prof. Frank Cassell presents this 3-part series focusing on Bertha Palmer and her influence.

Join us for a fun and easy craft!

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.

Sonny and Perley return to Venice Library with their ever popular rendition of standards from the Great American Songbook, International Cabaret, Jazz, and Bossa Nova.  

Land on the moon, travel through the stars, explore the universe and more with our Creation Station Discovery Dome Planetarium! All ages welcome. 

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.

A Library Tech Volunteer will be available for help with e-books, computer basics, or questions about your electronic devices. Reserve a 30-minute session today by calling 941-861-1207 or by signing up at the Reference Desk.

Use our Brother Sewing Machines on your own sewing projects. Must know how to sew. First come first served. 

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns. 

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

Learn about the Windows operating system and terms related to using the computer keyboard and mouse. Also learn to access software and about Toolbars and Ribbons.

Spend time exploring some of the more advanced aspects of 3D design and printing. Prior experience with Tinkercad and 3D design is preferred.

Selby's new Mah-Jongg meet-up is for players with basic to intermediate skills. 

Join us for our weekly board game night!  Choose from our collection or bring one of your own!

Children ages 5-9 can drop-in and experiment with our 3d Doodler Pens! 

Come join other 11-17-year-olds for an afternoon of competitive card games and board games: Sushi Go, Coup, Dutch Blitz and Love Letter just to name a few!

Join the Teen Advisory Board and make a difference at the library and in your community! We meet in the Teen Center during Board Game Time.

A club full of fun reading, writing, and gardening adventures, with nature providing prompts for our exercises.

For ages 6 and up.

Join us as we discuss "To the End of June” by Cris Beam.

Enjoy a wide range of movies from the classics to the recently released. Short intro precedes film.

"The Theory of Everything"

Make your own cross-body purse at this two-session, hands-on class. Master Sewing Instructor Bev will lead you through the steps, while you gain skills and new friends in the Creation Station.