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In this Issue:
This month's issue is brought to you
by the staff of the
Venice Public Library.
Featured Internet Sites:
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Grilling and Chilling
in August
During the dog days of August, pull out your grill, put on some CDs and mix up a pitcher of your favorite libation.
If you don’t have time to pick up a cookbook from the library, check out the recipe sites below for inspiration.
Grilling Sites
http://allrecipes.com/features/
holidays/summergrilling/home.aspx
Summer grilling recipes including BBQ Recipes, Pasta Salads, Potato Salads, Fruits and Vegetables, Frozen Treats, Sauces and Rubs. Be sure to check out the other recipes on this site.
http://grilling.betterrecipes.com/
Grilling recipes are just one small part of the Better Homes and Garden website. Recipes are ranked with stars.
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
recipes/list_grilling.html
Check out the Whole Foods website for healthy grilling recipes.
http://www.weberbbq.com/
bbq/pub/recipe/
Includes grilling tips and recipes from "Weber’s Big Book of Grilling."
http://www.foodnetwork.com/
food/et_sl_grilling
Food Network’s site for grilling includes recipes from our favorite TV chefs:
-Bobby Flay – "Boy Meets Grill"
-Ina Garten – "Barefoot Contessa"
-Rachel Ray – "30-Minute Meals"
Plus grilling tips from "EatingWell" and top recipes from RecipeZaar sites.
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipes/
package/0,31029,1728655,00.html
A super food site that includes recipes from "Cooking Light," "Southern Living," "Sunset," "Coastal Living," "Cottage Living" and "Health" magazines.
http://www.epicurious.com/
articlesguides/holidays/grilling/
Another super site that features recipes from both "Gourmet" and "Bon Appetit." Steven Raichlen and Chris Schlesinger are the featured grill chefs.
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/
lists/
A companion site to the popular magazine--check out the lists Great Grilling Recipes, The Best Grill and BBQ Tools or just search the recipe archive.
Chilling Sites
http://www.drinkstreet.com/
Browse over 1500 drink recipes or search by ingredient. Can’t decide? Click on the random drink generator for a random drink recipe.
http://www.cocktail.com/
Cocktail.com's mission is simple: To bring the drink aficionados and bartenders of the world the best cocktail recipes and advice.
http://www.cocktailtimes.com/
One of the most comprehensive sites on the Web devoted to cocktails and their history.
http://www.iba-world.com/
Winning cocktail recipes from the International Bartenders Association. (Note: These recipes use metric measurements.)
http://www.ineedcoffee.com/
section/recipes/
An interesting coffee blog with a recipe section.
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Events:
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Selby Library Tops 10! Celebration
Selby Library celebrates its tenth anniversary in the current location on Saturday, August 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The “Selby Library Tops 10!” Celebration events schedule is as follows:
- 11 a.m. to noon: Magic by John--I Love to Read Magic Show for children.
- 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Local actress Jenny Aldrich portrays Marie Selby and will be available to meet and mingle with guests in the library Rotunda.
- Noon to 12:45 p.m.: Read to the Dogs, the popular program that lets children read a story to a certified pet therapy dog from the Humane Society of Sarasota County.
- 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.: Short recognition ceremony followed by refreshments.
- 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Live jazz concert with O Som do Jazz.
In addition, the Mote Mobile Aquarium and Touch Tank will be available throughout the day.
All events are free and open to the public.
For more information contact the Sarasota County Call Center
at 941-861-5000 and ask about "Selby Library Tops 10!" Celebration.
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Local History Month Events
From the circus to agriculture to military bases, Sarasota County has a rich and storied history. During August, each of the eight libraries will offer programs and presentations focusing on the history of the county’s most treasured destination spots and attractions.
Some of the programs offered include “The Legacy of John and Mable Ringling,” “John Crowley’s Legacy of Commerce and Conservation,” “An American Legacy: The Sarasota School of Architecture” and “The History of Clowning” presented by International Clown of the Year Barbara Waters-Riddle.
Staff from the Sarasota County History Center, the Crowley Museum and Nature Center, Historic Spanish Point, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the Sarasota Architectural Foundation will offer presentations and interactive discussions on areas of historical significance.
“Sarasota County has such a rich and diversified history, we felt that offering these programs throughout the month gives the whole community a chance to learn about our past,” said Greg Carlson, manager of Jacaranda Library.
For dates, times and locations of specific presentations view the schedule of Local History Month events on the library website.
or
contact the Sarasota County Call Center at 941-861-5000
and ask about Local History Month at the Sarasota County Libraries.
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Upcoming Events at Venice Public Library
Two Filmed Operas on the First Two Thursdays in August
The Summer 2008 Venice Public Library Film Festival hosted by Jim Orville finishes its Thursday evening series with two operas, both shows at 6 p.m. On August 7, Swedish film maker Ingmar Bergman directs one of the most charming operas by Mozart in this 1974 production. On August 14, Joan Sutherland plays the role of Lucia di Lammermoor in a 1986 production by Opera Australia. And in September, Mr. Orville starts his 13th season as producer and host of The Venice Public Library Film Festival with the theme for that month being "Guilty Pleasures." For more information, call the library's circulation department at 941-861-1331 or stop by the library for a film festival brochure.
Discussion Group on Personal Beliefs
Beliefs and values are the topic of a new Venice Library monthly discussion group. The emphasis is on nonjudgmental encouragement of each participant to voice and explain their beliefs along with occasional discussion of selected essays. The concept for the group is based on the popular NPR segment “This I Believe” and on the book of the same title. Meetings are facilitated by Bonnie Kivlan and scheduled for the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. The next meeting is Monday, August 4.
Traveling Women Meet Monthly at Venice Library
A support and discussion group meets at Venice Library for women who want to travel. Women on the Go meets from 2 to 4 p.m. every third Monday of the month. Members share travel experiences, give encouragement and offer help in independent trip planning to others in the group. The next meeting is Monday, August 18.
Summer Video Lectures on the Middle Ages
On Fridays through August 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Venice Public Library presents a video lecture series on the Late Middle Ages (1300-1500) taught by Professor Philip Daileader--a winner of numerous awards for teaching excellence.
Practice Your French Language Skills on Fridays
On Friday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m. through August 29, if you have a basic knowledge of the French language and wish to practice those skills, then you are invited to attend weekly meetings of the VPL French Club. The group practices French conversation during the first hour followed by reading from French literature and current topics during the second hour. New members are always welcome!
Find events at all of the Sarasota County Libraries
on the library's website calendar.
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