Drop-In Jewelry Making for Adults at Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library is on Wednesday, November 19!

The North Port Next Workshop is on Wednesday, November 19! According to the City of North Port, “North Port Next is a series of free, in-person workshops to sharpen strategy, accelerate planning and fuel long-term growth.”

Learn to Sew a Pie Carrier at Elsie Quirk Library on Wednesday, November 19!

*Registration required.

Play with Paint - Part II at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library is on Wednesday, November 19!

According to Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library:

“Play with paint will allow attendees to experiment with different painting techniques. This month we will explore Neurographic Art using watercolors.”

*Registration required.

The Artistic Flip Flop is hosting a Quilling Workshop on Tuesday, November 18!

*Registration required.

The Open Sewing Lab at William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library is on Tuesday, November 18!

The Gulf Coast Mineral Fossil and Gem Club meets the third Monday of each month, and everyone is welcome! The goal of the club is to: “promote, educate, and instruct in the many fields of earth sciences, fossil and mineral specimen collecting, and jewelry design.”

GIS Day is on Monday, November 17! Learn how the City of North Port is using GIS technology.

15th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic is Nov 14-17!

According to Visit Sarasota, event highlights include:

• Sculptures After Dark - On Saturday evening, stroll the festival and see the masterpieces illuminated with dramatic colored lights until 9 PM.

• The Learning Curve - Daily sand sculpting lessons and live demos Friday–Sunday. A must for aspiring sand artists of all ages.

• Quick Sand Contest - A fast-paced challenge of skill and speed—cheer on your favorites!
   

• Amateur Competition - Join the fun on Saturday—see what local talent can create!

• Live Music All Weekend - Enjoy 4 days of live bands under our huge music Tent.
   

• Vendor Village - Shop 75 retail vendors and enjoy 5 food vendors. Open to the public—no admission ticket required.

Caleb Wayne performs at CoolToday Park on Sunday, November 16!

15th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic is Nov 14-17!

According to Visit Sarasota, event highlights include:

• Sculptures After Dark - On Saturday evening, stroll the festival and see the masterpieces illuminated with dramatic colored lights until 9 PM.

• The Learning Curve - Daily sand sculpting lessons and live demos Friday–Sunday. A must for aspiring sand artists of all ages.

• Quick Sand Contest - A fast-paced challenge of skill and speed—cheer on your favorites!
   

• Amateur Competition - Join the fun on Saturday—see what local talent can create!

• Live Music All Weekend - Enjoy 4 days of live bands under our huge music Tent.
   

• Vendor Village - Shop 75 retail vendors and enjoy 5 food vendors. Open to the public—no admission ticket required.

The Young Fables perform at Troll Music on Saturday, November 15!

*Tickets required.

Watch Venice Symphony’s Classical Rockstars on Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15!

Venice Symphony writes that performances include:

Mozart’s Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C Major featuring a stunning solo by Principal Cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Robert DeMaine, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.

Watch Venice Symphony’s Classical Rockstars on Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15!

Venice Symphony writes that performances include:

Mozart’s Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C Major featuring a stunning solo by Principal Cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Robert DeMaine, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.

Watch Occasions at LocalFest 4 - British Open Pub on Saturday, November 15!

Wellen Park’s Wine Festival is on Saturday, November 15! Sample an array of wines and foods!

*Tickets required.

Suncoast Humane Society is doing a meet and greet with their friendly dogs and puppies at Ace Hardware in Wellen Park the 3rd Saturday of every month from 11am to 2pm!

The Artistic Flip Flop is hosting a Seashell Tree Workshop on Saturday, November 15!

*Registration required.

15th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic is Nov 14-17!

According to Visit Sarasota, event highlights include:

• Sculptures After Dark - On Saturday evening, stroll the festival and see the masterpieces illuminated with dramatic colored lights until 9 PM.

• The Learning Curve - Daily sand sculpting lessons and live demos Friday–Sunday. A must for aspiring sand artists of all ages.

• Quick Sand Contest - A fast-paced challenge of skill and speed—cheer on your favorites!
   

• Amateur Competition - Join the fun on Saturday—see what local talent can create!

• Live Music All Weekend - Enjoy 4 days of live bands under our huge music Tent.
   

• Vendor Village - Shop 75 retail vendors and enjoy 5 food vendors. Open to the public—no admission ticket required.

Rick Hardeman performs with Wendy Kaneko as opener at Troll Music on Friday, November 14!

*Tickets required.

Watch Venice Symphony’s Classical Rockstars on Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15!

Venice Symphony writes that performances include:

Mozart’s Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C Major featuring a stunning solo by Principal Cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Robert DeMaine, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.

The Artistic Flip Flop is hosting a Sea Glass Shadow Box Class on Friday, November 14!

15th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic is Nov 14-17!

According to Visit Sarasota, event highlights include:

• Sculptures After Dark - On Saturday evening, stroll the festival and see the masterpieces illuminated with dramatic colored lights until 9 PM.

• The Learning Curve - Daily sand sculpting lessons and live demos Friday–Sunday. A must for aspiring sand artists of all ages.

• Quick Sand Contest - A fast-paced challenge of skill and speed—cheer on your favorites!
   

• Amateur Competition - Join the fun on Saturday—see what local talent can create!

• Live Music All Weekend - Enjoy 4 days of live bands under our huge music Tent.
   

• Vendor Village - Shop 75 retail vendors and enjoy 5 food vendors. Open to the public—no admission ticket required.

Julie Black performs at Troll Music on Thursday, November 13!

*Tickets required.

Visit the Wellen Park Night Market and browse goods such as home decor, fashion, art, and food made by local artists!

2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park.

The Venice Monthly City Bicycle Ride is the second Thursday of each month! The ride follows a 7 mile route and is led by City Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator Darlene Culpepper.

*RSVP required.

The Island Bookshop is holding a Poetry Reading Event led by Monika Hetzler, a poet and visual artist, on Wednesday, November 12!

The Master Gardener Plant Clinic at North Port Library is on Wednesday, November 12!

The 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony in North Port is on Tuesday, November 11.

Brain Health 101 at Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library is on Monday, November 10!

According to Venice Library, participants will learn: 

• The primary functions of the brain

• The types of fuel the brain needs for optimal function

• How to activate the part of the brain responsible for accuracy, balance and coordination

• Unique ways to activate the four lobes of the brain