
Adult Calendar of Events

Blood Pressure Screening
Sarasota Department of Health Staff will be in the library lobby for free blood-pressure screening. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome.

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.

How Reverse Mortgages Work
In formational program on reverse mortgages presented by Monica Bishop, licensed real estate agent. 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 the special features the library offers for people of all ages. Registration required.

Movie Night At the Library
Singin’ in the Rain (1952) Don and Lina have been cast repeatedly as a romantic couple, but when their last film is remade into a musical, only Don has a voice for a new signing part. We recommend you bring a jacket, because the room get cold.

Keep Memory Working
Meet Danielle Valery from the Memory Disorder Clinic at Sarasota Memorial Hospital and discovery how memory works, the difference between normal age-related changes and concerning signs, strategies to support memory healthy and when to seek an evaluation.

Dungeons and Dragons (Adult Version)
A beginner friendly Tabletop Role Playing Game for Adults. Learn the rules from scratch, build a character or grab a pre-made one, and dive into rich foreplay, daring decisions and dice-rolling chaos. For adults. Registration Required.

Fall Classical Concert Series: Los Trabas
Betsy Hudson (flute) and Fernado Truba (bassoon). Check back soon for program details! No registration required, but limited seating available.

Creation Station - Mug Rug
Learn how to make a quilted “Cathedral Window” mug tug. All materials will be provided. Ages 13 and up. Must know how to sew. Registration required.

Off the Shelf Book Club
This month we are discussing The Lightless Sky: A Twelve-Year-Old Refugee’s Extraordinary Journey Across Half the World by Guliwali Passarlay.

Fall Prevention 102
Come and learn more techniques on how to prevent falling. Prevention 101 is not required. Registation required.

Fall Classical Series: Low and Behold
Nadine Trudel (cello) and Gil Katz (double bass) present an interesting program of music for cello and double bass by composers from France, Germany, Hungary, Czech Republic and Finland. No registration required. Limited seating.

Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm

Venice Theatre's Nunsense: Mix and Mingle
Mingle with some nuns, have coffee and donuts, and learn about the fantastic show coming to Venice Theatre this fall! Come for a chance to win two free tickets to the show!

Art and a Movie #4
Come watch a movie and craft with us! No experience or materials required. This month we’re watching Twilight and crafting macrame keychains. Registration is 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.

Letters Against Isolation
Help us combat loneliness and spread joy by writing anonymous handwritten letters to isolated seniors. Come and write your stories and create engaging letters with fun stationary. Drop-by anytime between
2:00 and 4:00 p.m. to write your letter. Stationary will be provided, but you’re free to bring your own. Registration Required.
One Blood - Blood Drive
The OneBlood bus will be at our William H. Jervey Venice Library parking lot taking blood donations from 1 to 4 on Thursday, August 1.

Off the Shelf Book Club
Join us to discuss The Lightless Sky: A Twelve-Old Refugee’s Extraordinary Journey Across Half the World. Our book of the month for August was written by Gulwali Passarlay.

Creation Station - Sewing Key Fob and Luggage Tag
Join us to learn how to make a luggage tag and key fob strap. All materials will be provided. Must know how to sew. Registration required.

Tabletop Club
Join our Tabletop Gaming Club where we paint, play and discuss tabletop gaming. Some miniatures and painting supplies provided but you are welcome to bring your own. New Members welcomed! Registration required.

Bullet Journaling Session #8
We’re back with session #8! If you weren’t at our prior sessions, don’t worry. Everyone starts somewhere! If you were with us before. continue meeting your goals and designing more pages with us. 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.

Guided Meditation with a Blue Lotus Monk
Monk San will lead a peaceful meditation at the Venice Library. No previous experience or materials required. Participants may bring their own meditation cushion, if desired.

Genealogy Assistance
Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. No appointment required.
Mondays: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 12 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 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: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 12 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 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: 1 to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm

End of Summer Party!
Join us as we wrap up summer reading with face painting. Lava ice, pizza, fun music and a photo booth! Let’s celebrate reaching our summer reading goals and make this summer one to remember!

Magic: The Gathering for Beginners
Step into the magical world of Magic: The Gathering! Learn the basics of this epic card game, build your first deck and engage in thrilling duels with new friends. Whether you are a total newbie or ready to hone your skills, this workshop is for you. All materials will be provided. Registration required.

Save Our Seabirds
Join us for a special presentation with Save Our Seabirds, a local wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center. Learn about seabird conservation and get the unique opportunity to meet one of their rehabilitated wild birds up close.

Craft Closet Cleanout
Our closets are overflowing with craft supplies! We need help cleaning out supplies, from glitter, watercolor and paint to more. Bring your creativity to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Art & A Movie
Come watch a movie and craft with us! No experience or materials required. This month we’re watching Guardians of the Galaxy and crafting animals with dry-air clay. Registration required.

Astralis Ensemble Concert: Discoveries
The flute and piano duo from the ensemble will present Discoveries and introduce the audience to works by the French composer Gaubert, a Soliloquy by Lowell Liebermann and an exciting Schulhoff Sonata. Join us for a brilliant program with the Astralis Chamber Ensemble! Registration required.

Silent Disco: Adult Session
Join us for a magical evening of dancing to the beats of our silent disco! Each person will receive a headset and two channels to switch between. Put on dancing clothes and feel free to bring glow-in-the-dark accessories! Limited supply available. Note: Adult session is 18+ only.
Family session: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Adult session: 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Art of Cyanotypes
Using found objects from nature, students will create striking blue-toned prints through light exposure and elevate their artwork with embroidery, mark-making and other mixed media techniques. Dress for the mess! Some materials may stain, so please wear appropriate clothing. We will be outside for part of the program, so dress with light-weight clothing! Registration required.

Creation Station Sewing - Key Fob and Luggage Tage
Join us to learn how to make a luggage tag and key fob strap. All materials will be provided. Must know how to sew. Registration required.

Tabletop Gaming
Join our Tabletop Gaming Club where we paint, play and discuss tabletop gaming. Some miniatures and painting supplies provided but you are welcome to bring your ow. New Members welcomed! 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.
Mondays: 1 to 3 pm
Tuesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 to 3 pm

Happy Accidents Painting Class: Seascape
Join us for a guided acrylic painting class! No materials or experience required. Make sure to wear your painting clothing and bring your creativity and good vibes. In this session, we’ll be painting a seascape. Registration is required.