Upcoming Events

Where Wildflowers Grow: Watercolors of Sarasota’s Past explores Sarasota’s history through historic wildflower illustrations by local artists and botanists.

Florida has been a refuge for outcasts and scoundrels for  centuries. Join presenter Jacob Winge as he list some of the famous and infamous who called Florida home for the past 400 years!

Join a lively book club for inspiring conversations! Selby Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of most months. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. Registration is not required.

Experience an hour-long collection of timeless tunes from the iconic "Hit Parade" radio and TV shows spanning 1935 to 1959.

Join us for an interactive learning event to showcase Sarasota's sister cities around the world! Presented by the Sister Cities Association of Sarasota.

This month we will be reading and discussing "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge.

Lise Frank - "SOUTHBOUND" – From the Andes to the Amazon. Hop on the piano-train and take a trip to South America with Lise Frank and Jessé Martins.

No registration required, but limited seating available.

Join us and learn how to sew a Felt Tulip Table Topper. All Materials will be provided. 

Registration Is Required. Must know how to sew.  Ages 13 and up.

OneBlood bus will be in the Venice Library parking lot taking blood donations. 

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.

Explore our universe at the library and take a journey through the stars up above to the oceans down below with this immersive 360° movie experience!

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.

Rest and relax with a beginner-friendly mandala coaster workshop! Learn how to create beautifully detailed mandala coasters using dot-painting techniques.

Registration required.

Let your inner star shine at Karaoke Night!
Join us at the North Port Library every fourth Tuesday of the month for a fun-filled evening of music and self-expression.

Tonight’s theme: Hits of the 80's!

As the Sarasota County Veteran’s Services Outreach Officer,  Aretha Gipson will provide an overview of VA benefits available to veterans and their families.

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with sewing machine experience. 

Drop in to make beautiful handmade cards for someone special or to get ready for Mother’s Day. We’ve got everything you need to spread Springtime cheer!

No registration or experience required.

Check out our monthly Creation Station Crafts! Each month, experiment with a different piece of equipment in the Creation Station.

USE THIS LINK to REGISTER: EVENTBRITE 

Take a walk on the wild side... of Sarasota, and learn about the amazing American alligator!

Learn about Florida-friendly trees that thrive in the Suncoast region of Florida. 

Participants will receive a native tree (one/household).

Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Creation Station Maker Lab. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking limit.