Event List

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Every 2nd Friday of the month.

Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Tax Assistance with VITA Volunteers.

To schedule an appointment please visit www.UWSvita.org or call 1-833-897-8482 beginning Friday, January 16, 2026. 

Ikebana (ee-kay-bah-nah), which means "Living Flowers”, is the art of Japanese flower arranging. Come enjoy a unique floral exhibition from the schools of Ikenobo, Ohara, Wafu, Sogetsu, and Ichiyo.

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Have fun and brighten someone’s day by writing to a homebound senior!

We will provide the supplies needed to write uplifting letters to isolated adults in need. 

Partnership with Letters Against Isolation.  

Join Marshall O'Donovan for an intriguing journey into the paranormal as he showcases and discusses the unique and mysterious photographs he captured at the historic Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida. 

Explore a unique approach to visual art using seed beads to build texture, pattern, and depth. In this hands-on program, you will use colorful seed beads to “paint” a museum worthy design.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City and West Tampa

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Please Register for Matter of Balance!

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Join the Jazz Club of Sarasota for a monthly jazz jam session that provides an introduction to jazz jamming. Perfect for beginners!

Sebastian Stefanovic, viola - "VELVET"

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Stop by the Health in Motion Bus to talk to a nurse with the Florida Health Department with any questions you might have!

No appointment required. 

AARP is providing free tax preparation at the Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.

Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

Thank you for your service! 

Not sure that you are getting all the benefits you are entitled to as a Veteran? 

Sarasota County

Join us to discuss Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf.

--- ADVANCE APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. ---

Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.

The Highwaymen: A group of African American artists who earned their living by selling their Florida landscape paintings out of the trunks of their cars in the 1960s.

Re-purpose glass to make something useful and beautiful.  All materials are provided.  No registration is required.  These programs are popular.  Seating is limited.  First Come, first seated.