Week Calendar

A representative from All Faiths Food Bank will be available to help with your SNAP application. 

Appointments are preferred but not required. 

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

Quirky Mahjong! Whether you're an experienced play or a newcomer to this tile-based game of luck and strategy, we welcome you to join this friendly group! 

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

These sessions are made possible through a partnership with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County.

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 basic sewing machine experience. 

Get your bling on! 

 Looking to try a new craft/art form? Join us for our monthly Creation Station drop-in DIY jewelry making sessions!

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.

This program is a unique and sustainable way to explore your creativity and imagination.

Join us for a relaxing workshop where you’ll learn the basics of weaving and create your own unbe-weaveably unique coasters to take home!

Get genealogy research assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers, check out our unique genealogy collection, or log onto one of our computers to access a number of genealogy databases only available in the library.

Join E.J. Landrith, Operations Manager for Sarasota County Emergency Management, for an essential hurricane preparedness session.

Venice Theatre is coming to visit the Venice Library to give us a snapshot of their new show! Mingle with some nuns, have coffee and donuts, and learn about the fantastic show coming to Venice Theatre this fall!

This lyrical memoir recounts the author's experience training a hawk in the year after her father's death.

A film adaptation starring Claire Foy is currently in production.

Join us to make this summer musical with the joyful sound of the ukulele! 

Bring your own beads or use ours. Repair and repurpose old beaded jewelry and combine with our supplies to create a new piece of jewelry or keychain that fits your style perfectly! Assistance will be provided for adding clasps as needed. 

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 join us for an introduction to Diamond Painting - a magical world where things sparkle.  All materials will be provided.  If you need more time to finish, you can take it home with you!  

Come join us for an introduction to Diamond Painting - a magical world where things sparkle.  All materials will be provided.  If you need more time to finish, you can take it home with you!  

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.

Do you find yourself staring at your stability ball in your home wanting to use it, but just don't know how? Discover the foundations of stability ball movement in this beginner-friendly class designed for home practice.

Discuss new recipes, share pictures of your own creations, and connect with fellow food (and cookbook) lovers.

August Theme: Summer Flavors

Improve your Spanish by joining the group.

*** For teens and adults ***

This class will go over various subjects concerning computer basics, such as:

• Website Layout
• Basic Searching
• Symbols to know

Registration Required

Curious about the world of 3D printing? Are you in need of a place to put your overflowing collection of pens, pencils, and other writing utensils? This program is for you!

Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank and go home with a free bag of groceries! Each class will include a brief nutri

Learn how to attract and ID local bees. Learn how to identify a few of the most common and interesting bees. Then learn about what plants you can place in your landscape to help them thrive.

Play Nintendo Switch games, ping pong, karaoke and board games, including chess!

Did you always want to try line dancing? OR Do you need more line dancing in your life? 

Line dancing is a great way to get exercise, have fun, and learn something new. And it is great for your brain too!

A captivating musical journey through Ukraine's rich classical tradition. This special program highlights a heritage deeply intertwined with folk traditions and classical forms, reflecting the enduring spirit of a resilient nation.

This month we will be reading and discussing "Just for the Summer" by Abby Jimenez.

Are you a small business owner or citizen trying to stay competitive in a digital society? Come learn about modern artificial intelligence platforms that can take your business, organization, or interest to the next level!