Event List

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

Prometheus Duo and Jesse Martins - more information to come!

No registration required, but limited seating available.

All Spring Classical dates: Jan 5, Feb 23, Mar 16, April 13, 20, and 27.

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

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. 

Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance.

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.

This storytime activity  is geared towards children ages three to five. However, other family members may come in to enjoy the story as well.

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and fun activities. Best for ages 0-5, but the whole family is welcome!

New to the area or just coming back to town? Join us for a demo of our new computer catalog, as well as our new printing system!

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

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.

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.

Bring your questions!

Join us for this two-part class to learn the basics of pine needle basket weaving!

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.

In the final part of this series, we journey to Ise-Shima, a region of profound spiritual heritage and natural beauty.

Add a little sparkle to your life.  Celebrate the new year with a fun party centerpiece!  Make a bowl out of confetti for your party table.  All materials are provided.  These classes are popular.  Seating is limited.

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.

Join Ms. Adrianne in her Fun To Be Fit Kids "BIGS" class. Experience an action-packed class filled with obstacle courses, fitness games, and team-building challenges designed to boost your athletic skills while having lots of fun.

Drop by the Creation Station to learn about some of the different equipment we have available and get a tour of the space!

A different project every week!

Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Practice yoga and mindfulness activities with instructor

Sarah Thurow!

Join us for the library's Monthly Game Night! Every first Tuesday of the month from 5-7 PM, we invite you to enjoy an evening of fun, friendly competition, and socializing.