Week Calendar

Learn Genealogy Research through Ancestry, Heritage Quest, etc.  Students need names, dates, and locations of people to be researched on the databases.  Bring your own thumb drive for articles to be printed.  

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.

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.  

Sign up to practice what you learned in Genealogy Basics, Parts 1 and 2, or to continue researching your family history using the library's Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest databases and/or genealogy websites. 

Due to Library Closure this program has been cancelled.

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

The Literacy Council of Sarasota 

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)  Class

Registration required through The Literacy Council of Sarasota  941-955-0421

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? Homeowners can receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees?

Need a plant or insect identified?

Drop in to receive research-based lawn, landscape and pest management help from the University of Florida.

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.

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.

This program is geared toward babies from newborn to age 2 ½ years. The 45 minute program includes songs, baby sign language, a book and playtime. Older siblings are welcome.

Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

Fun surprises all over the youth area for all ages. Enjoy crafts, toys,

building materials and more!

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.

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

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

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.

Volunteer Orientation is only open to those teens who have received an invitation.  Volunteers must apply online and be approved before attending this event, see the attached information.  Registered volunteers, please complete the attac

Meet new friends and chat with other parents and caregivers while your kids play and read in the picture book area. Enjoy a place to chill after walking around the Downtown Farmers Market!

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

Drop in for assistance using library technology including e-Books and audiobooks from Overdrive and the Cloud Library.

Weekly meeting of local chess enthusiasts. Join in the fun! Questions? Call Heather at 941-861-1273.

Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more.

The 1-3 p.m. genealogy classes require completion of one of the introductory classes given from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the advertised dates.  The advanced afternoon classes include one-on-one assistance in genealogy research.

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

Clean & green and fresh & fruity, those are just two options we will be exploring as we dive into smoothie making!

Teen programs are recommended for ages 11-18.

Help with laptops, cell phones

Open time for questions, sharing solutions

Bring your device and library staff will try to answer your questions in an informal group setting.
 

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

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

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain.

Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the central theme of Socratic teaching; the idea that we learn.

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

An open mic for anybody interested in performing for a group! We welcome musicians, karaoke, poetry, short stories, and more.

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.

New movies every Tuesday in the meeting room. Movie schedules are published bimonthly and available at the front circulation desk. 

Join in for a fun-spirited competition to create the best Thanksgiving centerpiece!  Each participant will receive a mystery bag of supplies that they will have to use to create their masterpiece!  In addition to the mystery items, basic

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

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

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 interactions.

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

Tweens will gather to discuss and have activities centered around a title that is TBD. This event is for ages 9-12.

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

Need a peaceful place to write? Come to the Conference Room for some uninterrupted time to work on your novel for National Novel Writing Month.

For more information, go to: nanowrimo.org

Teens and tweens take over the Creation Station. Drop in to explore electronic music, digital design, sewing, podcasting and more. 

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.

Do you want to share your anime/manga obsession with other Otaku? Come to the club! We will enjoy talking about Japanese culture, eating Japanese snacks, and of course, watching anime!

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.

Interested in earning services hours while in middle school? Join the Middle School Service Club!

Attend any meeting to get started, then we will work to develop your own schedule, in one-hour increments or helping with programs!

A different project every week!

Call or visit to find out what it is this week!

Ages 6+.

Explore yoga with stories and a craft. For ages 5-8 attending independently. Mats provided. Space for 15 children is available on a first come, first served basis.

This group is great for teens who love creative writing. Some things that our meetings will cover include: designing characters, writing short stories (or even long ones!), poetry, plotlines, group projects, story prompts, games, and more!

Hola! Join us for an evening of learning intermediate Spanish grammar and vocabulary and practicing conversational skills.

A last minute dash for tweens to meet their writing goal for NanoWriMo.

Join us for a discussion about making the library a better place for teens! We will discuss programming, volunteering opportunities, and more.

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.

Watch your book club book come to life on the big screen!

This month we are reading Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers and then watching the movie at the end of the month!

Enjoy some award winning international films with English subtitles. In celebration of National Novel Writing Month I will be screening The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (France, 2007, 112m, Miramax).

Tweens ages 8-12 are invited to join us the last Tuesday of each month for our Page to Screen Tween Book Club!  Stop by the Youth Dept. to pick up a list of upcoming books, then read the book ahead of time before watching the movie.

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

Volunteer Orientation is only open to those teens who have received an invitation.  Volunteers must apply online and be approved before attending this event, see the attached information.  Registered volunteers, please complete the attac

Due to Library Closure this Program has been cancelled.

Join us on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday of the month. We supply the coloring pages and pencils.

Join the Teen Advisory Board to make a difference at your local library and get community service hours. Make decisions about upcoming teen events, the Teen Zone, and the YA collection. Snacks will be provided!

DUE TO LIBRARY CLOSURE, THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT SHANNON STAUB LIBRARY FOR THE 11/29/19 MEETING.

Join us for lively discussion of a chosen title. New book each month! No previous attendance necessary--all are welcome to join.