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Last updated: July 26, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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Christmas in July: 3 days of FREE CLASSES at Endless Summer Hot Yoga July 26, 2026 6:00 am - 7:00 pm Endless Summer Hot Yoga, 744 E Venice Ave Unit b, Venice, FL 34285, USA
Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
July 26, 2026: A fan favorite returns to CoolToday Park! Summer Movie Nights will be held at the ballpark on most Sundays in June and July. This movie night is with a showing of "Super Mario Galaxy Movie" The movies will be shown on the scoreboard and will begin at 5 PM each night. So be sure to che
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Come and get assistance with genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. Special Events Children (5 to 9 years) T
Everything in our universe is information and energy vibrating at specific frequencies. Music is a powerful tool to guide consciousness into higher realms and induce healing.Join us as our guide, Esra, brings the power of a crystal bowl sound bath experience to enhance our health in both mind and bo
Come draw with us! In this open hour have fun drawing your own doodle designs. Arts & Crafts Teens (13 to 18 years) Tweens (9 to 12 years)
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching Mulan 2 this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9
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Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join Ms. Adrianne in her Fun To Be Fit Kids "BIGS" class. Experience an action-packed class filled with obstacle courses, fitness games, and team-building challenges designed to boost your athletic skills while having lots of fun. For ages 6 - 10. Special Events Summer Learning Healthy Living Childr
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Baked into History is a hands-on history program designed especially for tweens and teens, combining local agriculture, gardening, and historic food traditions. Participants will explore how Sarasota’s history grew from its farms and gardens, then work together to bake a simple historic cookie recip
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Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Help us celebrate all things summer at our summer finale party with face painting, treats, and lots of FUN!! Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults
Make your own mini-book! We will be crafting plant and flower zines in this fun craft club event.For Tweens and TeensRegistration required. Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Say goodbye to Summer Learning with an afternoon of face painting and balloon twisting with Childlike Productions from 11am-1pm, followed by community mural making with Monika from 2pm-3pm Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), F
Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
Public Rosary at the Park listed by City of Venice.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching Leo this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 year
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis. Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Play with paint will allow attendees to experiment with different painting techniques. Creation Station Teens (13 to 18 years) Adults Seniors New Adult (18-30 years)
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The Sarasota Department of Health will be performing various health screenings to improve the health of our Sarasota County residents. This is a complimentary service. Once registered for this event, please come in between 10:15am and 1:30pm for your screening. They will be set up in the Creation St
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them! These gentle furry friends are certified pet therapy dogs, and adults are encouraged to read to them to increase reading enjoyment and destress. It's a fun
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
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Hold for intern final presentations Career Journeys Adults
On the first Friday of every month Master Gardeners will be in the Demonstration Garden at Shamrock Park, 3900 Shamrock Drive, Venice, 9 to 11am, to answer questions, provide free tours and give expert advice on Florida-friendly landscaping. Tour time is 9 a.m. No registration necessary. To learn mo
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Jesse Martins returns for another classical concert series! Ukrainian Clarinetist Yurii Padkovskyi presents one last program before moving to NYC to attend the prestigious Julliard School of Music as a Kovner Fellow. Americana will journey the continent from the sophisticated jazz pulses of the Unit
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching Horton Hears a Who this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Childr
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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FOL monthly meetings. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups
Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "TBD" by TBD. Book Discussions Adults Seniors
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Enjoy a welcoming, relaxed gathering for people experiencing memory changes and those who care for them. Connect with others, share experiences, and try something new. In partnership with Dementia Care & Cure Initiative. Healthy Living Adults Seniors
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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. Come and hear members read their writing and bring something of your own to share. Open to writers of all skill levels and gen
The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share. This is not a grief support or counseling group — just an open discussion.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching The Lorax this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis. Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join our Alzheimer's support group, a compassionate community dedicated to providing understanding, resources, and encouragement for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease. Led by experienced facilitators, our group offers a safe space for sharing experiences, coping strategies, an
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! These gentle furry friends are certified pet therapy dogs, and children are encouraged to read with the dogs to increase reading enjoyment an
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Where Wildflowers Grow: Watercolors of Sarasota’s Past explores Sarasota’s history through historic wildflower illustrations by local artists and botanists. Participants will view artworks from the Estabrooks Collection, learn about the creators behind them, and paint their own watercolor studies in
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This group is for survivors, caregivers and family members. Complimentary lunch provided. Limited seating. RSVP required. For more information and to RSVP: [email protected] or 941-284-0074,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
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Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. Special Events Children (5 to 9 years) T
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching Dog Man this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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Join us for coffee, crosswords, coloring and participate in book related activities to discover a new favorite book to read! Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type:
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Join us for a movie night!We will be watching The Wild Robot this evening!Snacks and water will be provided. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis. Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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The Sarasota Department of Health will be performing various health screenings to improve the health of our Sarasota County residents. This is a complimentary service. Once registered for this event, please come in between 10:15am and 1:30pm for your screening. They will be set up in the Creation St
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them! These gentle furry friends are certified pet therapy dogs, and adults are encouraged to read to them to increase reading enjoyment and destress. It's a fun
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
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On the first Friday of every month Master Gardeners will be in the Demonstration Garden at Shamrock Park, 3900 Shamrock Drive, Venice, 9 to 11am, to answer questions, provide free tours and give expert advice on Florida-friendly landscaping. Tour time is 9 a.m. No registration necessary. To learn mo
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
Public Rosary at the Park listed by City of Venice.
17th Annual Downtown Venice Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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FOL monthly meetings. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "TBD" by TBD. Book Discussions Adults Seniors
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Enjoy a welcoming, relaxed gathering for people experiencing memory changes and those who care for them. Connect with others, share experiences, and try something new. In partnership with Dementia Care & Cure Initiative. Healthy Living Adults Seniors
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
September 11, 2026: It's the Free Music Friday Night Concert. Enjoy the music of The Generation Gap/Oldies Review in downtown's Centennial Park. Free and open to the public.7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring their own chairs and blankets. No alcohol is permitted in Centennial Park. Centenn
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis. Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Join our Alzheimer's support group, a compassionate community dedicated to providing understanding, resources, and encouragement for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease. Led by experienced facilitators, our group offers a safe space for sharing experiences, coping strategies, an
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! These gentle furry friends are certified pet therapy dogs, and children are encouraged to read with the dogs to increase reading enjoyment an
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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Join us for coffee, crosswords, coloring and participate in book related activities to discover a new favorite book to read! Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors, All Ages Program Type:
This group is for survivors, caregivers and family members. Complimentary lunch provided. Limited seating. RSVP required. For more information and to RSVP: [email protected] or 941-284-0074,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
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Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
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. Come and hear members read their writing and bring something of your own to share. Open to writers of all skill levels and gen
The Death Cafe returns to the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library every third Saturday of the month! Join us for an open discussion about death and life, dying, end-of life topics and their place in our lives. Come and share. This is not a grief support or counseling group — just an open discussion.
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Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance from our knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Jesse Martins returns for another classical concert series! Flutist Allison DeFrancesco—hailed as “vibrant” and “a tower of strength”—returns to the series with Undine . Prepare for a musical excavation! This rare program pulls hidden gems out of the shadows, journeying from the tragic, mythical und
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
2 events
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
3 events
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
1 event
Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
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Get expert assistance with your genealogy research from our knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions. Special Events Children (5 to 9 years) T
Conversation class with the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County. Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups, Lectures, Lifelong Learning
2 events
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone! Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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The Sarasota Department of Health will be performing various health screenings to improve the health of our Sarasota County residents. This is a complimentary service. Once registered for this event, please come in between 10:15am and 1:30pm for your screening. They will be set up in the Creation St
Calling all readers: our dog friends from the Suncoast Humane Society are returning to the Jacaranda Library, and they want you to read to them! These gentle furry friends are certified pet therapy dogs, and adults are encouraged to read to them to increase reading enjoyment and destress. It's a fun
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
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On the first Friday of every month Master Gardeners will be in the Demonstration Garden at Shamrock Park, 3900 Shamrock Drive, Venice, 9 to 11am, to answer questions, provide free tours and give expert advice on Florida-friendly landscaping. Tour time is 9 a.m. No registration necessary. To learn mo
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
1 event
Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
3 events
Get expert assistance with your genealogy research from our knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
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Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew. Machines Available on first come first serve basis. Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station,
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experience volunteers.Bring your questions! REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
Adults Age Group: Adults Program Type: Career Journeys, Discussion Groups, Spanish/En Español
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Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
3 events
Come and get expert assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK. Adults, Seniors Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy
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. The University of Florida / Institute of Food and Agricultural Services website has many features for you to explore! Lawn
Glitter and glue, clay and crayons, every week features a new project! Examples and supplies provided. Recommended for ages 5-12. Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoo
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Enjoy a welcoming, relaxed gathering for people experiencing memory changes and those who care for them. Connect with others, share experiences, and try something new. In partnership with Dementia Care & Cure Initiative. Healthy Living Adults Seniors
Drop-in and build! Using the Legos provided, let your imagination run wild. Will it be an animal? A building? Or something never imagined before? You decide! Each creation will be displayed in the library until the next Lego Night when you can start again. Art Displays & Exhibits Lifelong Learning C
Celebrate the remarkable women who shaped our region as Program and Outreach Specialist Meg Lepak highlights the Leading Ladies of Sarasota County in this engaging Venice Heritage presentation. Discover the stories, influence, and legacy of the trailblazers who helped define our community. History &
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A downtown Venice Saturday market outside City Hall with produce, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan vendors, live music, and SNAP/EBT acceptance. Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, year-round.
1 event
Downtown Wellen's Sunday farmers market with fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, cut flowers, and local goods. Schedule: Sundays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
3 events
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our drop-in FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) parenting education groups. Meet our Friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots can help you enhance your parenting skills even more. Hands-on developmental age appropriate activities,
Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup. Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program T
Jesse Martins returns for another classical concert series! Step past the grand illusion of sets and costumes into the raw, beating heart of opera: the voice! Presented by singers from Sarasota Opera’s Fall Season, Soffio strips away the spectacle to focus entirely on the power of the human voice. N
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