Week Calendar

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. - 4:00 p.m. 

For Medicare appointments call the Elder Help Line at 1-866-413-5337 to request a referral to a SHINE Medicare Counselor.  

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

Family Movie: The Grinch (rated PG). Bring the whole family in for the latest version of this family classic! (There will be a morning showing at 10:15am and the an afternoon showing at 5pm.)

Drop in and use our tablets to play on the popular online website Roblox. Hang out with friends while you play games and build characters.

Join us on the 4th Monday of the month. We supply the coloring pages and pencils.

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

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

A Reference Librarian 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.

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

Family Movie: Ice Age (rated PG) at 10:15am and Ice Age the Meltdown (rated PG) at 5pm.

Prescription Medication & Health Care Assistance for those that are uninsured and qualify financially.

 New to Microsoft Word?  Learn how to create a document or letter, use fonts style, point size, color and more.  Includes adding photos, saving and printing your work.  

Weekly meeting of the Venice French Club. 

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

For children 18 months to 5 years old and their caregivers. Interact with your child in a variety of early literacy activities including music, movement, stories, crafts and games.

Preschoolers, ages 2 ½ - 5 and their parent, guardian or caregiver are invited to join us for stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and crafts. There is a different theme every week.

Family Movie: Ice Age 3 Dawn of the Dinosaurs (rated PG).

Teens Who Code is a variation of Girls Who Code using the same curriculum.

The Plant Clinic meets in the library lobby.

Children and tweens can drop-in on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 10am-7pm and make a Holiday Card.

Family Movie: Rise of the Guardians (rated PG).

Practice speaking English! Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. This is a intermediate level conversation group.

View and discuss anime.  Participate in a variety of Japanese arts and crafts.  Discuss manga and anime looking for similarities and differences in Japanese and American culture.  Share your artwork.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

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 working hands-on with our Creation Station equipment.

Interested in genealogy or building your family tree? Let us help! Visit our genealogy volunteer for one-on-one assistance. See the Reference Desk for more information.

VPL patrons playing chess and teaching the game to others

Have fun learning how to draw Santa's face in this guided drawing lesson for children.  Everyone will create a unique finished portrait of Santa.  Registration is required and limited to 12 children ages 7-13.

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified?

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources!

Watch the popular movie and join in and sing along to your favorite songs with your family and friends.

Sarasota County Extension Services Master Gardeners are here to help folks identify plants, flowers, etc. as well as care for them.  Get expert advice on your landscaping needs.

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

Jack, The Computer Guy, will explain how your computer works and why it doesn't.

Children 5 - 9 can drop into the Children's Department and work on a craft kit!

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

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.

Learn how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence when accessing electronic resources! 

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.

Join us for a movie made 10 years ago and a snack! 

This Help Desk is cancelled as of 12/12/19. Please visit one of the other Help Desk sessions.

Ages 5 and up. Be a part of the scientific demo of the power of liquid nitrogen and then sample the delicious flash-frozen ice cream results. Tickets are available at the Youth Desk at 1 p.m. Limit 80.

Come up with a game concept, design it and test it! Come back each month to work on your project. Work with others to troubleshoot problems and share ideas. This program is recommended for ages 11-18.

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

Winter Break Blues? No problem. Join other tweens for open gaming. Program is open to 9-13 years old. No advance sign up is required.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.

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 how to use your device or get basic computer assistance.

One-on-one technology assistance moves you to confidence

when accessing electronic resources.

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

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

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.

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

For ages 6 and up.

The chess club is an opportunity to play friendly games of chess in a low-stress environment. Patrons of all ages and levels are welcome to come, as help is given to those who need it! Chess boards and pieces will be provided.

Family Movie: The Grinch (rated PG). Bring the whole family in for the latest version of this family classic! (There will be a morning showing at 10:15am and the an afternoon showing at 5pm.)

Family Movie: Ice Age (rated PG) at 10:15am and Ice Age the Meltdown (rated PG) at 5pm.