Week Calendar

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.  

Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

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

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

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.

The Suncoast Writers Guild has been helping people develop the craft of writing for 35 years as a safe place to share stories and poems, get feedback, and build connections.

Join Teresa as she teaches the art of origami. She likes to create items to decorate a home or to give away as a gift. She brings in her own extra work as examples and sometimes to give away.

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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.

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.

Join us to discuss Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad

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Call (941) 500-9181 to set up your appointment!

Enjoy a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about Jefferson and Madison’s 1791 journey and enduring friendship.

Learn how to draw the basics with professional methods. Building off of different skills and approaches, each class builds off of each other while still being approachable and unique!

This group of local professional artists helps to spread the love of art, creativity, and human connection by presenting a new art project/technique each month.

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.

Presented by a cancer survivor, this presentation encompasses not just food and how to release cravings for sweets, but the latest findings in a healthy lifestyle concerning sleep, intermittent fasting, strength training, etc.

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.

Are you an avid e-book reader? Come learn about popular reading apps, book clubs, author chats, and personalized book recommendations. Note: This program requires that participants are proficient with using phones and tablets. 

Cattle ranching has a long history in Florida, from the first animals brought by the Spanish in the 16^th century to "Cowkeeper" and the Seminoles to the "cracker cowboys" and "cow cavalry" of the 19^th century.

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

Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem

Drop by the Creation Station to learn about some of the different equipment we have available and get a tour of the space!

The motto of the Sarasota Area Playwrights Society is "Making Plays Better".  Come see the developmental process in action: a new play by a local playwright read by member actors with feedback from theatre professionals and the audience.

Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "Overview of Tampa's Heritage: 3D imaging of Five Historical Sites" presented

Join us to watch: “Roman Holiday” (1953) TV-G