Venice Community Calendar of Events

Join forces with fellow conservationists to show the strength of community action in safeguarding habitat for birds and other wildlife. On Wednesday April 15 at Noon until Thursday April 16 at Noon the Community Foundation of Sarasota County is hosting the Giving Challenge. Every donation up to $100 is matched by The Patterson Foundation, doubling your efforts to save habitat for birds! Sarasota Audubon is the leading voice in the community for bird welfare. We support Audubon Florida Shorebird Monitoring, Purple Martin Nesting at the Nature Center, re-wilding the Quad Parcels at the Celery Fields and much, much more! Help us to raise money during this special event. DONATE NOW

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Drop-in and create! Each week will feature a specific craft. Examples and supplies provided.

Promoting and advancing the craft of knitting.

Wingspan is a card-driven, resource-building board game in which players compete to attract birds to their wildlife reserves. RSVP so we know how many tables to set up. Click here to RSVP to Stacy

Dates: Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7:00pmFriday, April 17, 2026 @ 7:00pmSaturday, April 18, 2026 @ 1:00pmSunday, April 19, 2026 @ 2:00pmTickets: $17 Venice High School Theatre Presents: Pippin â High School Production With its medieval setting and modern twist, this magical musical follows a young prince in search of meaning, adventure, and his place in the world. Featuring unforgettable music and dazzling theatricality, Pippin is a story for anyone whoâs ever wondered what their âextraordinaryâ looks like. PG-13 *This is a General Admission Performance **Visit or Call the Box Office for Student Prices ***Valet Parking is NOT available for this performance

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Dates: Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7:00pmFriday, April 17, 2026 @ 7:00pmSaturday, April 18, 2026 @ 1:00pmSunday, April 19, 2026 @ 2:00pmTickets: $17 Venice High School Theatre Presents: Pippin â High School Production With its medieval setting and modern twist, this magical musical follows a young prince in search of meaning, adventure, and his place in the world. Featuring unforgettable music and dazzling theatricality, Pippin is a story for anyone whoâs ever wondered what their âextraordinaryâ looks like. PG-13 *This is a General Admission Performance **Visit or Call the Box Office for Student Prices ***Valet Parking is NOT available for this performance

Local musicians The Garbage-Men perform musical numbers on their unique homemade recycled instruments. Featuring a special Q&A session and a chance to interact with the band and their instruments, this program is hit for the whole family!

Faith Jones of the Florida Bluebird Society will give us the latest information on these beautiful jewels.

Dates: Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7:00pmFriday, April 17, 2026 @ 7:00pmSaturday, April 18, 2026 @ 1:00pmSunday, April 19, 2026 @ 2:00pmTickets: $17 Venice High School Theatre Presents: Pippin â High School Production With its medieval setting and modern twist, this magical musical follows a young prince in search of meaning, adventure, and his place in the world. Featuring unforgettable music and dazzling theatricality, Pippin is a story for anyone whoâs ever wondered what their âextraordinaryâ looks like. PG-13 *This is a General Admission Performance **Visit or Call the Box Office for Student Prices ***Valet Parking is NOT available for this performance

Join Kathryn and other guest trip leaders to learn how to find birds by song, calls, ID, and habitats.

Dates: Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7:00pmFriday, April 17, 2026 @ 7:00pmSaturday, April 18, 2026 @ 1:00pmSunday, April 19, 2026 @ 2:00pmTickets: $17 Venice High School Theatre Presents: Pippin â High School Production With its medieval setting and modern twist, this magical musical follows a young prince in search of meaning, adventure, and his place in the world. Featuring unforgettable music and dazzling theatricality, Pippin is a story for anyone whoâs ever wondered what their âextraordinaryâ looks like. PG-13 *This is a General Admission Performance **Visit or Call the Box Office for Student Prices ***Valet Parking is NOT available for this performance

"Looking for migrants and flyovers. Less than one quarter mile of shaded walk. Restrooms."

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

The Sarasota Piano Trio with Milene Moreira (violin), Nadine Trudel (cello), and Jesse Martins (piano) presents a concert where opera meets virtuosity with Fantasy pieces on music from Carmen, La Traviata, Porgy and Bess, West Side Story, and more.No registration required, but limited seating available.All Spring Classical dates: Jan 5, Feb 23, Mar 16, April 13, 20, and 27.

Date: Monday, April 20, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: $39-$99 EXECUTIVE PRODUCER MARY ANNE COSTANZOOnly single seats are currently available for this performance.Please contact the Box Office to be added to the waitlist.BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Queen Nation is an amazingly accurate tribute to a throwback 70s-80s Queen concert. The band was formed in 2004 by LA based music agency DMHE. Queen Nation is the West Coastâs longest running most authentic fully costumed re- creation of a Vintage Queen concert. The show consists of four musicians who all sing and perform in character and in period costumes while playing live note-for-note renditions of Classic Queen songs. Featured frontman vocalist Gregory Finsley is an amazing singer with an uncanny tone that matches the late great Freddie Mercury to a tee. Gregory also is an excellent concert trained pianist which allows him to accurately recreate what Freddie Mercury magically did live on stage in Queenâs original four piece lineup. Queen Nation has been crowned by their loyal legions of fans as âThe Peoples Choice Tribute To Queen Championsâ and rightly so because arguably they are one of the hardest working tribute bands in the US. Their Pollstar averages are at: 1,600 + tickets and over $35K gross. They have also been honored to recently be inducted into the California Music Hall Of Fameâs inaugural class and voted âThe Best Live Bandâ at the VCMAâs.========================================================Queen Nation band members are :Gregory Finsley: vocals & keyboards as Freddie MercuryMike McManus: guitar as Brian MayPete Burke: drums as Roger TaylorParker Combs: bass as John Deacon

Kickoff to K-KG Riser Celebrations!!! Starting Kindergar

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

LOCATION: School Board Chambers, Black Awning

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.Registration required

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

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.Registration required

We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Explore birds in our native gardens and Palmer Road boardwalk.

Get ready for a music and movement adventure with Ms. Adrianne! In our Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" classes (ages 1–5), you'll enjoy a new theme every month with fresh songs, dances, and stories. Strengthen your bond, stay active, and have fun learning together!

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Join Sarasota High School Theatre for its production of "T

Early literacy begins in infanthood - join Miss Taylor for a storytime specifically dedicated to babies ages 0-24 months. This storytime will focus on building connections between caregivers and babies, growing early literacy skills, and having fun!

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Wingspan is a card-driven, resource-building board game in which players compete to attract birds to their wildlife reserves. RSVP so we know how many tables to set up. Click here to RSVP to Stacy

Join us for an open-ended, mindful painting session set to relaxing music. Wear your painting clothes and come with all your creativity! We will start with a meditation exercise and then paint whatever subject you like. No materials required, but feel free to bring your own paints and/or reference photos if you like.Registration required.

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.

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Dates: Friday, April 24, 2026 @ 7:30pmSaturday, April 25, 2026 @ 3:30pm & 7:30pmTickets: $44-$84 Celebrate the vibrant sounds of the nation with our last concert of the season. This concert features John Williamsâ The Cowboys Overture, Leonard Bernsteinâs Times Square: 1944, and Coplandâs iconic Appalachian Spring along with much more. Our guest vocalist for this concert is Andrea Ross.

Join us for a guided nature journaling event, where participants will learn to observe and record the natural world through drawing and writing. This hands-on program offers a relaxing way to connect with nature while sharpening observation skills. This program is suitable for all ages, but does require periods of sustained focus and quiet observation. All participants under the age of 16 must attend with a parent or guardian. This program is limited to 15 participants. REGISTER HERE

Explore birds in our native gardens and Palmer Road boardwalk

Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: $25 + fees Experience the charm, mystery and imagination of timeless tales through music. Featuring enchanting selections from Hansel and Gretel, Mother Goose and other storybook favorites. ***Valet parking is NOT available for this performance.

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Come and get expert assistance from knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

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.

Lise Frank - "SOUTHBOUND" – From the Andes to the Amazon. Hop on the piano-train and take a trip to South America with Lise Frank and Jessé Martins.No registration required, but limited seating available.All Spring Classical dates: Jan 5, Feb 23, Mar 16, April 13, 20, and 27.

Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: $17 **Single Tickets for this event will go on sale 2 weeks prior to the performance date. Valet Parking is NOT available for this concert.

OneBlood bus will be in the Venice Library parking lot taking blood donations.

Join us and learn how to sew a Felt Tulip Table Topper. All Materials will be provided.Registration Is Required. Must know how to sew. Ages 13 and up.

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.Registration required

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!

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.Registration required

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Kickoff to K-KG Riser Celebrations!!! Starting Kindergar

Dachau program setup

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable and experienced volunteers.Bring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

Drop-in and create! Each week will feature a specific craft. Examples and supplies provided.

Kickoff to K-KG Riser Celebrations!!! Starting Kindergar

Wingspan is a card-driven, resource-building board game in which players compete to attract birds to their wildlife reserves. RSVP so we know how many tables to set up. Click here to RSVP to Stacy

"Looking for migrants, flyovers, and water birds. Less than one mile of shaded walk."

Wilderness Medicine SchoolThis hands-on experience will allow participants to learn how to tackle wilderness challenges like insect stings and snake bites, boost their outdoor confidence in skills such as preparing for a hike, identifying animal tracks, and wildlife encounters. They'll also gain essential survival techniques, including splint setting, tourniquet application, hypothermia management, and versatile uses of a bandana for emergencies.For ages 5-12.

Use 1 of 5 Brother sewing machines on Your Own Project. Must Know How to Sew.Machines Available on first come first serve basis.

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: FREE Venice High School presents their Spring Chorus Concert. *This is free and open to the public**This is a general admission performance

Learn about birds and their habitats, food, nests, etc. while playing a competitive game. Wingspan is a card-driven, resource-building board game in which players compete to attract birds to their wildlife reserves. Players spend food resources to add birds, which are represented by 170 individually illustrated cards, to the forest, prairie, and wetland habitats on their player boards. RSVP so we know how many tables to set up. Click here to RSVP to Lynn

Discussion of the liberation of the Dachau Concentration camp, the oldest [censored] Concentration Camp, liberated in April of 1945. Speaker is author and editor Liz Coursen, who has done extensive research on this event. Come join us!

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 @ 6:00pmTickets: FREE Join us for an unforgettable evening of music as the Venice High School Orchestra program brings the beauty of spring to life in our annual Spring Concert! This exciting performance will feature four dynamic ensembles showcasing a mix of thrilling new works and timeless classics, bringing together the finest young musicians from our community. Each ensemble has been hard at work, dedicating countless hours to perfecting their craft and bringing these exciting pieces to life. Whether you're a lifelong classical music fan or new to the world of orchestral music, this concert promises to deliver an inspiring and entertaining experience for the entire community. We invite all family, friends, and music lovers to join us for this special evening of artistry, passion, and community spirit. Don't miss out on the chance to support these incredible young musicians as they showcase their talent and hard work. See you there! *This is free and open to the public**This is a general admission performance

Citizenship instruction

Come join us for an educational program on local history presented by Venice Heritage.Searching for Angola: African American History

This workshop is a hands-on introduction to an easy method of mushroom cultivation. We'll spend the first hour inside covering the basics. We will take a snack and tea break and then we'll head outside to inoculate oak logs with pink oyster spawn. Each participant takes home their log and a care booklet.All materials provided work gloves are encouraged.$50 general / $40 Audubon membersProceeds go toward the Sarasota Audubon Society and Metamimicry's collaborative work at the Celery Fields Quads project.This workshop is provided by Jade Swor of Metamimicry.org.Space is limited. REGISTER HERE

Concert pianists Catherine Lan and Tao Lin, creators of Duo Beaux Arts, have collectively performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver, Kadriorg Palace in Estonia, Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, and more. This recital explores the elegant lyricism of 19th-century Vienna to the fiery streets of 20th-century Buenos Aires.You will experience Schubert's Impromptu D. 899, No. 2. Known for its "perpetuum mobile" character, this work features cascading eighth-note triplets that weave a tapestry of light and shadow, occasionally interrupted by a dramatic, rhythmically driving middle section. The journey continues with a selection of Chopin's Etudes. These pieces redefined the genre, transforming mere technical exercises into profound "tone poems" that demand both acrobatic virtuosity and deep sensitivity, and these studies remain the cornerstone of the romantic repertoire.Shifting to the Southern Hemisphere, we encounter Astor Piazzolla's "Spring" from the Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. This "Nuevo Tango" masterpiece captures the grit and passion of the city, opening with a rhythmic fugue that evokes the sudden, surging energy of spring in the urban bustle. Finally, we return to the grand ballroom with the Blue Danube Fantasy, a dazzling transcription of Strauss's waltz that serves as a virtuosic celebration of Viennese charm and orchestral color.Registration required.

Benjamin Dimmitt, conservation photographer will discuss his recent book on Florida's vanishing wetlands  An Unflinching Look: Elegy for Wetlands a deep, peer-reviewed examination of the impact of climate change on the wetlands at the Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge on Florida's Gulf Coast, 70 miles north of Tampa.

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteers.Bring your questions!

Come and get assistance from experienced and knowledgeable volunteersBring your questions!REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK

We provide the games, you bring the family! Family game night is sure to be fun for everyone!

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: FREE Venice High School presents their Spring Jazz and JV Band Concert. *This is free and open to the public**This is a general admission performance

FOL monthly meetings.

Get ready for a music and movement adventure with Ms. Adrianne! In our Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" classes (ages 1–5), you'll enjoy a new theme every month with fresh songs, dances, and stories. Strengthen your bond, stay active, and have fun learning together!

Join us for friendly discussion, book recommendations, and insight! Come with any recommendations and to discuss the book of the month: "Elephant in my Kitchen" by Francoise Malby-Anthony.

Early literacy begins in infanthood - join Miss Taylor for a storytime specifically dedicated to babies ages 0-24 months. This storytime will focus on building connections between caregivers and babies, growing early literacy skills, and having fun!

Citizenship instruction

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 7:00pmTickets: FREE Venice High School presents their Spring Band Concert. *This is free and open to the public**This is a general admission performance