Local attorneys to host free community legal advice sessions at Selby Public Library
Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is giving residents a chance to tap into the power of legal knowledge by partnering with the Young Lawyer’s Division of the Sarasota County Bar Association for free seminars at Selby Public Library on Oct. 25, 27 and 28.
The presentations at Selby Library's Geldbart Auditorium (1331 First St., Sarasota) will be followed by question and answer sessions. The sessions will cover a variety of topics, including estate planning, financial literacy, landlord/tenant issues, debt collection, and more.
“One of the most requested topics from library patrons is for legal advice,” said Renée Di Pilato, director of Libraries and Historical Resources. “Our goal is to empower residents by providing them with information on popular topics and by connecting them with resources for legal assistance.”
Attendees will also have the opportunity to have one-on-one discussions with attorneys and local organizations to learn what resources are available.
The lineup:
· Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 6-7:30 p.m.: Personal finances and budgeting; financial literacy; debt and credit.
· Friday, Oct. 27, from 2:30-4 p.m.: Wills and estate planning; controlling your assets.
· Saturday, Oct. 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Landlord/tenant rights; domestic violence; criminal law: interactions with law enforcement at traffic stops.
“The Young Lawyer’s Division of the Sarasota Bar is dedicated to impacting our community in a positive way,” said Forest Sutton, Assistant State Attorney of the Twelfth Judicial Court. “I’m hopeful that this program will be a continuous endeavor towards increasing access to information and resources to our community members in vital areas that desperately need information. We’re honored to be able to assist those who seek out help that couldn’t otherwise afford legal representation.”
No registration is required. For more information, visit scgov.net/government/departments/libraries.
One Book One Community finalists
Sarasota County Libraries' One Book One Community committee has selected seven finalists for their 2024 community-wide book discussion and author talk.
The One Book One Community committee is made up of library staff from all 10 county library branches. Throughout the year, they discuss and consider multiple books before selecting a book to bring the community together through a shared love of reading.
“This is an exciting time for us,” said Renée Di Pilato, director of Sarasota County Libraries. “The selection process is rigorous with several qualifying factors. Only a handful of people know the result, and they are sworn to secrecy. I’m waiting in anticipation to see which one makes the final cut.”
The top seven:
“The Disappearing Spoon” by Sam Kean; “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by T.J. Klune; “An Immense World” by Ed Yong; “Island of Sea Women” by Lisa See; “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus; “Now is Not the Time to Panic” by Kevin Wilson; and “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin.
The One Book One Community program is a catalyst for bringing people together to express ideas that will spark conversation, discussion, and relationships and promote a shared sense of community, Di Pilato said.
In March, the author of the selected book will visit Sarasota for a book talk. In addition, libraries and community partner organizations will hold book discussions and present programs and events around the book, with each local branch participating.
For more information, email news@scgov.net or call 941-861-NEWS.
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