Week Calendar

Laughter Yoga.

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.

Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.  Then from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Keep calm and create. Current self-directed projects include: embroidery and friendship bracelets, beads, origami, mini artworks, crochet and color pencils.  Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

Construct your own roadster and sit back and relax for a morning of snacks and a short film. Recommended for ages 1-8.

For people who want to improve their French speaking skills and enjoy reading French-language articles and discussing them. Come practice speaking the romantic language of French.

Drop-in anytime from 10am - 2pm for a 2019 craft and coloring pages. 

Keep calm and create. Current self-directed projects include: embroidery and friendship bracelets, beads, origami, mini artworks, crochet and color pencils.  Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

Learn to knit and crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! Bring your own yarn and needles. Supplies provided for beginners.

Get into the adult coloring craze ! Join us for a fun and unique way to unwind, reduce stress, and express your creativity at the Shannon Staub Library. All supplies will be provided. Artistic talent is not required. Refreshments are included.

After completing Computer Basics, Parts 1 and 2, the student is ready to learn File Management. The basics of file creating and organizing will be demonstrated.

Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of the Socratic method: that we learn more when we respectfully list

Research your family genealogy online through Ancestry and Heritage Quest. Bring along your family names, dates and locations of your ancestors. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants.

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Continue your learning over Winter Break with ABCmouse, iReady, and other educational websites! Computers and headphones provided. Bring your account login information, if needed.

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

Keep calm and create. Current self-directed projects include: embroidery and friendship bracelets, beads, origami, mini artworks, crochet and color pencils.  Ask for the cart at the youth desk.

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month, November through April. This group will be reading selections from the Great Books Foundation's Great Conversations 4.

Bring the family and enjoy the new year at the library with a showing of Happy Feet! All ages are welcome.

This presentation traces the Osage from their earliest known existence to their removal into Oklahoma. This presentation focuses on history, but also provides information on Osage culture.

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

Kick off the New Year with some creative family fun. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Registration is not required.

Learn how to create a document, use the toolbar to select font, point size, color, and more.  You will also learn how to save and print your letter or document and insert pictures or photos into the text.

Weekly meeting of the Venice French Club. 

UF/IFAS presents healthy eating options for children and families. Demonstrations and samples are offered.

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.

Use LEGO WeDo kits from our Creation Station to build and program a robot. No prior experience necessary. Space is limited, registration recommended. Ages 8+.

The Life After Downton group meets to discuss British PBS programs, new films, and books along with a nice cup of tea. All are welcome to join.

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.

This is the first of 8 hour-long seminars to be given at Venice Library this season presented by experts from the nonprofit organization Foundation for Financial Education (F3E). Founded in 2009 as a result of an urgent need to eliminate fina

Drop-in breastfeeding support and education will be offered at no charge by a trained peer counselor from Healthy Start Coalition with the goal of increasing knowledge and awareness for mothers.

Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller.

Enjoy a different book the first Saturday of every month!

Best suited for ages 7 and under, but all ages can participate.

Isha Kriya is a simple 12-18 minute practice to help you become effortlessly meditative. Isha Kriya does not require previous experience with meditation, and each one hour session can be done sitting in a chair.

Practice speaking English! Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Sarasota. Please call 941-955-0421 to register as an ESOL learner with the Literacy Council of Sarasota.

View and discuss anime.  Examine cultural differences and similarities. Most material will be shown in original language with English subtitles. 

Ages 7-12. Each month has a new topic relating to Science, Engineering, Technology, or Math! Registration is required and light snack are served.

Play board games both new and old. One life-sized board game will be featured. 

Chess lovers meet and play chess with other chess lovers. All skill levels are welcome.

Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Want to learn more about using a computer or your device?

Sign up for your 30 minute session with one of our librarians.

Sessions are set up for Wednesdays starting at 1:00 pm.

Call 941-861-1360 to sign up.

Research your family genealogy online through Ancestry and Heritage Quest. Bring along your family names, dates and locations of your ancestors. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants.

Join us on the first Thursday of the month to discuss our selection. Limited to 20 participants. Register at the Fruitville Reference Desk or call 941 861-2518

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.

On the first Friday afternoon of the month, watch a movie that is hosted by film professor Maryann Dahlen, who will invite the audience to discuss the movie after its showing.

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

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.

Come and join the book discussion group on the first Thursday of the month. A different book title is chosen every month to explore. This book club is sponsored by Friends of Gulf Gate Library.

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.

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.

Meets every first and third Friday of the month.

Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject.

Are you a movie buff? Interested in watching critically acclaimed films and learning a little bit about the movie industry as well?

New to anime or a huge fan... it doesn't matter! Come Join us for some anime binging, pizza, and candy roll sushi-making.

Baila Miller returns to VPL this season with four monthly lectures on four artists who defined modern art.  Attendees always appreciate Baila's thoroughly researched presentation given with an enthusiasm that engages and delights her aud

Meets every first and third Friday of the month.

Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject.

Meets every first and third Friday of the month.

Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject.

Meets every first and third Friday of the month.

Topics vary each session but always a lively science subject.

Learn how to make healthy food choices and prepare healthy meals for yourself, your family, and your friends!

Presented by Cooking Matters and All Faiths Food Bank.

This program is open to teens in grades 6-12. 

Ages 5 and up. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Creations will be on display in the youth area for one week following the programs.

Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5, join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.

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 interaction.

Join us for an afternoon of strategy, friends and fun! Recommended for ages 8+. All skill levels welcome!

Chilldren, tweens, and teens will get the opportunity to learn how to play!

Fridays, Jan. 4 - April 19 at 3 p.m.

with a break on Jan. 11

Chill with friends and watch a movie.

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.

This series of programs has been cancelled. 

No further information is available.

Drop in and enjoy games, crafts and a scavenger hunt. Watch a selected Harry Potter movie with your friends. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Having trouble with your device? Need help syncing your eBooks? Come see Luis, our in-house tech expert! See the Reference Desk for more information.

Come and join us as we introduce new books to beginning readers. A different book from a series will be highlighted each month. There are also book related activities besides the discussion.  Snacks are served.

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination. Ages 4+(younger with caregiver)

Learn how to positively train your dog!  Bess Walmsley, a Certified Suncoast Humane Society Obedience Instructor, will teach you how to teach your dog.  Walmsley only uses positive reinforcement to strengthen training goals and reduce yo

Join us for our weekly board game night!

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

Learn how to design simple 3D objects online, create and print your own! Registration not required, all ages welcome. 

Explore the universe from the very small to the very large in this virtual journey throughout the cosmos.  Following the indoor presentation, we will go outdoors to view celestial objects in the night sky through a powerful hand-crafted