Renovations and expansion building works will be happening at Fruitville Library, which will require Fruitville Library to temporarily close on Dec. 18. The reimagined library is scheduled to reopen in July 2026.
For more information, visit SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/FruitvilleRenovation.
The deadline to register to vote or to change party affiliation for the General Election is Monday, October 7.
The deadline to register to vote or to change party affiliation for the General Election is Monday, October 7.
The deadline to register to vote or to change party affiliation for the General Election is Monday, October 7.
The deadline to register to vote or to change party affiliation for the General Election is Monday, October 7.
On the first and third Tuesday of each month, the Pop-Up will be at Longboat Key with books for all ages and a Storytime for children at 10:30 AM. Swing by to sign up for a library card and read a book with us!
Use 1 of 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.
Machines Available on first come first serve basis.
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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide in Venice is looking for friendly and service-oriented people to join our team of volunteers for the upcoming tax season.
This workshop is for those who are new to using email or want to build more confidence with using email.
Participants will learn how to perform basic functions, such as sending, receiving, and replying to email messages.
This free storytime program engages toddlers, preschoolers, and primary school students in activities that connect art and early literacy. Join us for a story and accompanying art activity based on a work of art in the museum collection.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.
Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.
Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie. Add more wishlist movies to our clipboard request page in the teen room!
LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games.
Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to Elsie Quirk Library to study and listen to some tunes while you get your homework done!
Meet therapy dogs and their owners. Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
A different project every week!
Ages 6+.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
Want to learn how to cook something tasty!
Young chefs of all skill levels can learn more and make some delicious dishes in this immersive workshop.
Join Kelly Stilwell as she explains the process of writing the book "100 Things to do in Sarasota before you die". The 100 places she visited, and answer questions. If applicable there will be a book signing
Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? All skill levels are welcome, but a basic knowledge of the game is recommended. First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - 7 p.m.