Adult Calendar of Events
The Industrial Eye: Art Talk with Eric Hilton
Come learn about Eric’s techniques: what draws him to his subjects and how he creates his Industrial Fine Art. Registration Required.
Open Sewing Lab
Use one of four Brother sewing machines to work on your own projects. Must know how to sew. First come, first seated. Ages 13 and up. We have an Open Sewing Lab on February 3 and also February 17, both from 10 a.m. to noon.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries.
Chef Warren: Cajun and Creole Cuisine
Rustic, Rich and Lots of Roux! Learn the secrets of three-pot cooking to create entrees that feature a melting pot worth of flavors from simple and affordable ingredients. Registration required.
Great Decisions Group Discussion
The Great Discussion Group discusses timely international topics during eight Thursday morning meetings from February 5 through March 26, 2026. The group bases its discussion on the topics featured in the annual briefing book produced by the Foreign Policy Association (www. FPA.org).
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm to 3 pm
Love Our Library! Love Our Sale! Book Sale
All books will be sold at an amazing $1.00 each. If you love to read or give books as gifts, our Love Our Library … Love Our Sale! is your opportunity to share lots of love just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm to 3 pm
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm to 3 pm
Venice Centennial Lecture Series
Lecture presented on an aspect of Venice history by the Venice Area Historical Society.
Sewing Tortilla Warmer
Join to learn how to sew a Tortilla Warmer. All materials are provided. Must know how to sew. Ages 13 and up. Registration is required.
Off the Bookshelf Book Club
Please join the book club. This month we’ll discuss First Ladies by Marie Benedict.
Trivia at the Library: #2
Join the fun and test your general knowledge. Work together to answer questions. Topics range from history, music and sports to literature, current events and more. The winning team receives a prize. Register as a group (up to 10 members) or team up with new friends to play. Registration required.
Romanticism Through the Ages: Elenora Lvov
Experience romance and poetry with this luminous, boldly emotive pianist with staggering technique who emanates ardent passion and spirituality though music.
Great Decisions Group Discussion
The Great Discussion Group discusses timely international topics during eight Thursday morning meetings from February 5 through March 26, 2026. The group bases its discussion on the topics featured in the annual briefing book produced by the Foreign Policy Association (www. FPA.org).
Open Sewing Lab
Use one of four Brother sewing machines to work on your own projects. Must know how to sew. First come, first seated. Ages 13 and up. We have an Open Sewing Lab on February 3 and also February 17, both from 10 a.m. to noon.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm to 3 pm
Movie Night at the Library: Roman Holiday
Audrey Hepburn is Princess Ann, a charming and adventurous spirit, who yearns for much-needed break from her royal duties, which she finds in the splendor of the Eternal City. We recommend you bring a jacket since the room gets cold!
Spring Classical Concert Series
Experience the talent of the next generation of musicians as the Young Artists from the Sarasota Music Conservatory perform on violin, cello and piano.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. FOL Tours | Sarasota County Libraries.
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm to 3 pm
Great Decisions Group Discussion
The Great Discussion Group discusses timely international topics during eight Thursday morning meetings from February 5 through March 26, 2026. The group bases its discussion on the topics featured in the annual briefing book produced by the Foreign Policy Association (www. FPA.org).
Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom
Join us for a trip back in time as Kevin Woods portrays Abraham Lincoln, one of our most beloved presidents. All ages welcome.
Trivia at the Library
Join the fun and test your general knowledge. Work together to answer questions. Topics range from history, music and sports to literature, current events and more. The winning team receives a prize. Register as a group (up to 10 members) or team up with new friends to play. Registration required.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Astralis Chamber Ensemble: Baroque Masters
Angela Massey (flute), Paul Aguilar (violon), Thomas Maternik-Piret (cello) and Alezandra Dunbar (harpsichord) present works by JS Bach, Telemann, Vivaldi and more. Registration required.
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Open Sewing Lab
Use one of four Brother sewing machines to work on your own projects. Must know how to sew. First come, first seated. Ages 13 and up. We have an Open Sewing Lab on January 6 and also January 20, both from 10 a.m. to noon.
Travelogue: Mongolia
Adventure through Buddhist temples and nomadic culture. Learn about the famous warrior who conquered the largest contiguous empire in history and immerse yourself in this ancient yet modern culture. Registration required.
Movie Night at the Library: 84 Charring Cross Road
Join us to watch 84 Charring Cross Road (1987) PG. A New York writer and London bookseller forge a tender and heartfelt friendship through a 20-year correspondence. We recommend you bring a jacket since the room gets cold!
Media Literacy: Is it True?
Learn about resources that can help you determine whether what you see on the news or inter
Venice Centennial Lecture Series
Lecture presented on an aspect of Venice history by the Venice Area Historical Society.
Sheryl Faye Presents Historical Women: Abigail Adams
Abigail Adams presented by Sheryl Faye, a performer who portrays women in history
History @ Venice Library
Nature Led the Way to a Casino, a PowerPoint presentation by Larry Klinkhamer.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Chef Warren: Soup's On!
Ditch the Can and Make Your Own! Soups and stews are delicious but often time consuming to make from scratch. Discover how to create healthy and delicious soups and stews quickly with these helpful tips and hints. Registration required.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm
Library Tour
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Open Sewing Lab
Use one of four Brother sewing machines to work on your own projects. Must know how to sew. First come, first seated. Ages 13 and up. We have an Open Sewing Lab on January 6 and also January 20, both run from 10 to noon.
Spring Classical Concert Series: That's Amore!
The Sarasota Piano Trio kicks off America’s 250th Anniversary early with this all-American program for violin, cello and piano. Milene Moreira (violin), Nadine Trudel (cello) and Jesse Martins (piano).
Holiday Concert with Amada Mendon
Enjoy our annual holiday concert as Soprano Amanda Mendon and Pianist Jesse Martins perform those all-time favorites we know and love. Our fantastic soprano will lead us in a sing-along to bring out the holiday cheer in all of us!
Movie Night at the Library “Miracle on 34th Street” (1994)
Six-year-old Susan is skeptical of the Christmas myth around Santa Claus, a trait she perhaps learned from her mother, Dorey. When tasked with hiring the Santa who will pose with kids at Macy’s, Dorey enlists a man with the curious name of Kris Kringle who claims to be Santa himself.
Library Tours
Join the Friends of the Venice Library on a behind-the-scenes tour of our beautiful Jervey Library on Nokomis Avenue in Venice. The tour guarantees you will be surprised and impressed with all the library offers for people of all ages. Registration Required.
Open Sewing Lab
Use one of four Brother sewing machines to work on your own projects. Must know how to sew. First come, first seated. Ages 13 and up. We have an Open Sewing Lab on December 2 and also December 16, both run from 10 to noon.
Fall Classical Concert Series: Breathe
Ukrainian clarinetist Yurii Padkovskyi returns with flutist Allison DeFrancesco in a virtuoso program for winds for the Fall Classical Concert series finale! No registration required, but seating is limited.
A Christmas Carol Read Aloud
Enjoy live music, carols, cookies, hot cocoa and be part of the abridged version of the beloved classic story by Charles Dickens. Registration required.
Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm
Venice Centennial Lecture Series
Lecture presentation on topic of Venice history by the Venice Area Historical Society.