Use 1 of our 4 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines available on first come first serve basis.

Learn sign language using books, rhymes, and songs followed by a special play time. 

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Little ones will hop, dance, twirl, and wave their arms to a variety of motion songs. A great, active way for kids to practice literacy skills and burn off energy... and for caregiving adults to get a light workout in the process!

Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two?  Join the library book club! 

Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers

Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Family Playtime is a drop-in self guided program where children can explore our toy collection.

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.

For mobile babies to 5 years old. 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.

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.

Come learn about places to go to find out if that last story you saw on the news or the internet is accurate or even true.

John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series

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

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

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Prescription Assistance for income qualified individuals.

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.

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.

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space is limited. Free tickets are available at the youth desk beginning at 10 a.m.

For ages 2-5. Time for creativity to shine! We'll have some fun with arts and crafts and interactive art activities.

Ages 0 - 5, attending with caregiver. Family Playtime is a drop-in self guided program where children can explore our toy collection.

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs followed by craft. This month's theme is Dinosaurs!

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

AARP is providing free tax preparation at Shannon Staub Library again this year. The tax returns will be prepared by IRS-certified tax counselors.

"Albee's World/Albee's Legacy" 

Come explore the different options in our Open Lab using self-guided time in the Creation Station. Available equipment includes Cricut Air Explore 2, 3D printing, sewing machines, button makers and more.

Join us for a feature-length film on our big screen!

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.

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.

For mobile babies to 5 years old. 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 Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

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.

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.

For mobile babies to 5 years old.

Join us in-person as we discuss "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray for our monthly Book Club!

Genealogy Assistance.

Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet.  All skill levels welcome.  Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!

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.

Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room at the Venice Public Library. When Blaise, the Teen Librarian, is in there will be crafts, video games, board games and more! 

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Travelogue - Dalmatian Coast with Jane Mahler

At every Time to Be Loud, we will always have: food, coloring, puzzles, beading, origami, fidget toys, food, games, button (pin) making, Mario Cart (etc.) on the Switch and food.

Yes, there will be bubbles.

Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room at the Venice Public Library. When Blaise, the Teen Librarian, is in there will be crafts, video games, board games and more! 

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Three part series "Musical Echoes of the Depression Era "- presented by Dick Smolens

Mable Ringling 

A woman of mystery, a socialite, and a noted philanthropist, she was one of Sarasota’s most glamorous settlers in our area during the 1920s.

Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room at the Venice Public Library. When Blaise, the Teen Librarian, is in there will be crafts, video games, board games and more! 

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Learn how to research and document your ancestors using online genealogical resources. No prior research experience is necessary.

We will begin with you and your immediate family.

Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room at the Venice Public Library. When Blaise, the Teen Librarian, is in there will be crafts, video games, board games and more! 

LAST Stop is a drop-in program designed for teens in 6th through 12th grade to participate in fun activities, talk with friends, have snacks, and play games. The program is open to any teen who agrees to follow the Teen Room Code of Conduct.

Emojis are a fun opportunity to express yourself, especially when you paint your own.

Help us welcome the Year of the Rabbit with stories, activities, music, and snacks. Get a glimpse of Chinese culture.

Meet other coders and work on your coding project. Share with others and troubleshoot as a team. Led by Levi Szantosi whose top picks are Python, Scratch, and Unreal Engine. 

Learn new skills to create crafts or compete against your friends using STEAM and Creation Station equipment. For tweens ages 9-14.

Join for a relaxing sketch session! Each session we'll talk about fundamentals of sketching and do some practice sketches. Follow along or bring your own reference pictures and practice your sketching skills! *Registration required

Calling all families with readers! Our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them!

Through Tobacco Free Florida’s Quit Your Way Program, Gulfcoast South AHEC (GSAHEC) offers free Group Quit sessions to tobacco users free of charge.

Using yarn create a fun and colorful dream catcher for your room!

Read for at least 10 minutes in our "lounge" and enjoy a sweet treat as a reward. For ages 6+.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

This program is intended for children who can read independently  

           Imagining Venice

History of Venice from the Calusa to the Venice Symphony. Residents share how the Venice community developed.

Join us for the Friday Afternoon Monthly Book Discussion. Newcomers are always welcome. Please inquire about a copy of the book at the Information Desk.

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

Meet therapy dogs and their owners.  Enjoy the benefits of spending time with therapy pets!

Come play Pokémon at the library. Bring your Pokémon cards from home to trade or play.

For children ages 5-12. Registration is required.

A different project every week!

Ages 6+.

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. The program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills.

Play the classic role-playing game with a new group of players/adventurers.

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!

Join us for Family Game Night in the Storytime Room on Tuesdays from 5 - 7.

Various board games/tabletop games will be available.

Join us for LEGOs in the Storytime Room on Thursday from 5-7.

Both DUPLOs and regular LEGOs will be available.

Karen Kreisler is a certified meditation, yoga, health and wellness instructor with over ten years of teaching experience.

Time Sifters Archaeological Society present monthly lecture programs. This month:  TBA

For more information visit timesifters.org

Join us in-person as we discuss "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray for our monthly Book Club!

Paper hand puppets are easy and fun to make! All it takes is some paper, some glue, a pair of scissors, some crayons or markers, and an imagination!