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.

Florida is home to multiple species of shorebirds and seabirds that live and breed on our sandy beaches. Sometimes these nests can be very secretive, and other times these nests can occur in colonies of hundreds of birds.

Drop in for stories, songs and rhymes, fun activities, and a craft. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

Learn what makes a strong password and how to keep your passwords safe. Understanding what constitutes a strong password is essential for online security.

This preschool-aged story time is led by a library staff member. Enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities!

Get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions

Free lunches for anyone up to age 18 will be served in the Juliano room on weekdays from 12-1pm.  

Color your world with a variety of materials including colored pencils, glitter pens, and markers, and choose from an array of beautiful coloring sheets or doodle your own!

Join us as we learn about a featured artist and then create our own Marvelous Masterpiece in the style of that artist.  Space is limited. Get ticket at the youth desk 30 min before program.

Join us to discuss The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict!

This 2023 Sarasota One Book selection continues to fascinate readers:

Discover how to navigate the site with ease and learn how to login and view your account, request and search for items, and other new features. 

Join world traveler Jane Mahler for part two of her Australian adventure, exploring Sydney, The Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Noosa Everglades. Discover Sydney’s iconic Opera House, sparkling beaches, and vibrant city life.

Please Register for Matter of Balance! You only need to sign up for the FIRST offering, this program is a series.

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person or distance appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Drop in during this one-hour session to meet certified pet therapy dogs from Suncoast Humane Society and their parents.

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to join us to explore the world of abstract art through the use of construction paper!

A different project every week!

Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Want to learn to code? Like to play Minecraft? Now you can do both in this fun workshop. Participants will use the Minecraft Education app as a learning tool for coding, critical thinking and creativity.

Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!

Come see local artists as they paint live and answer questions about their work, inspirations, and techniques. Welcome teachers from the Venice Art Center as they demonstrate different techniques, skills, and mediums.

Help us clean out our kids craft closet! Kits will be available beginning at 4:30 and will be available as long as supplies last.

Learn how to junk journal in this fun workshop with artist Kat Sjorgen!

Enjoy some award winning international films with English subtitles.

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? 

Open to chess players of all ages and abilities. Chess boards and pieces will be provided. 

First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - 7 p.m.