Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage. Venice History: People Behind the Landmarks PowerPoint presentation by VHI Board member Ivan Lewin. Learn about the people and places are named.

Through Legal assistance, education and advocacy, this program will help older adults recognize, prevent and recover from scams. fraud and financial abuse. Registration required.

Join the fun and test your general knowledge. Topics range from history, music and sports to literature, current events and more. The winning team receives a prize. Register as a team of come alone and team up with new friends to play. Up to 10 members per team. Registration required.

Get creative and organized by designing your very own bullet journal. We’ll provide all the materials you need, including journals, pens, stickers and more. Whether you are a seasoned journal er or new to the game, this workshop is for everyone. Registration required.

Stop by this month’s book club to discuss Brave Companions: Portrait in History by David McCullough.

In Brave Companions: Portraits in History, Pulitzer Prize-winning American author and historian David McCullough presents a series of nonfiction essays exploring the lives of a diverse assortment of historical figures, each one offering a distinct profile in courage.

Come to the Friends’ Annual Meeting to enjoy an update on the Friends of Venice Library’s contributions to the library, bookstore, community and Sarasota County over the past year. You can also take this opportunity to learn about Volunteer Opportunities in the Friends Bookstore, too.

We look forward to seeing you in the Community Room on April 9 at 10:15.

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

Jesse Martins is back for our Spring Classical Concert Series! The first concert is Rising: The Future Starts Now. Come check out a few of the talented youth performers in our area. The dates in the series: April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28 and May 5. Registration required.

• April 7: Tropicalia- Piano from Brazil and Cuba

• April 14: Journey- Art songs in Spanish, Italian, French and Arabic

• April 21: REEDing trios by Mendelson, Hurlstone and Glinka

• April 28: Untimely- Cello music written by composers who died young, including Lili Boulanger, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and William Hurlstone.

Come and learn about ways to prevent falling with Kelly Ward from the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota. Registration required.

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

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

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.

Jesse Martins is back for our Spring Classical Concert Series! The first concert is Rising: The Future Starts Now. Come check out a few of the talented youth performers in our area. The dates in the series: March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28 and May 5. Registration required.

Join Sarasota editor and publisher Liz Coursen as she takes a trip back in time to Florida’s first tourist attractions: our many freshwater springs. Learn how these natural wonders helped to chart Florida’s growth. Registration required.

The Great Decisions Group discusses these timely international topics in March:
. Mar. 6: Future of NATO and European Security
. Mar. 13: India Between China, the West and the Global South
. Mar. 20: American Foreign Policy at the Global Crossroads
. Mar. 27: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

Serenity Sound Healing immerses participants in a sea of harmonious sounds, created by crystal bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, gong, chimes, drums and even human vocal tones. It creatively combines the healing power of sound with deep relaxation techniques to help participants achieve a meditative state. Registration required.

Join us for a magical journey through the waterfalls and mountains of Patagonia led by Jane Mahier. Registration required.

Join us to watch My Octopus Teacher (2020). A filmmaker forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest. The filmmaker learns as the animal shares the mysteries of her world.

Join us for an enchanting crafting session where you’ll learn to create stunning ocean-inspired masterpieces. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and love for the sea! for teens and adults. Registration required.

Need some help with your genealogy research? Stop by the genealogy table to get one-on-one assistance. Registration required.

The Great Decisions Group discusses these timely international topics in March:
. Mar. 6: Future of NATO and European Security
. Mar. 13: India Between China, the West and the Global South
. Mar. 20: American Foreign Policy at the Global Crossroads
. Mar. 27: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

Mediterranean Cuisine — Healthy Eating on a Budget. Mediterranean cuisine is often lauded as the healthiest diet on the planet. Learn why this is so and discover how you can whip up wholesome and robust dishes with simple and readily available ingredients. Registration required.

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

We’re ushering in the season of renewal with our second Classical Concert of the year. Hear fresh offerings from our member-artists including young scholarship recipients showcasing their latest repertoire. Concert chair: Haig Yaghooban.

Join the fun and test your general knowledge. Topics range from history, music and sports to literature, current events and more. The winning team receives a prize. Register as a team of come alone and team up with new friends to play. Up to 10 members per team. Registration required.

The Great Decisions Group discusses these timely international topics in March:
. Mar. 6: Future of NATO and European Security
. Mar. 13: India Between China, the West and the Global South
. Mar. 20: American Foreign Policy at the Global Crossroads
. Mar. 27: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

The Astralis Chamber Ensemble’s Angela Massey (flute) and Haley Rhodeside (harp) present Voyage taking the audience on an exploration of music with works by Mozart, the Italian film composer Rota and a fantasy by the French composer Jean Cras. Join us for an enchanting afternoon of music with the Astralis Chamber Ensemble! Registration required.

The Book of the Month is Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kellyn.

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

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