Authors & Illustrators Book Fair

Schedule

Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

707 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34236 | Sarasota, FL

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Join us for Art Center Sarasota’s first-ever Book Fair and Author & Illustrator Showcase, celebrating the creative voices of our own community.
Saturday, Dec 6, 12-4 pm, Free
Meet local writers, illustrators, book artists, and zinesters—all members of our vibrant creative network. Browse a selection of handmade books, prints, and publications, and enjoy readings, signings, live demos, and family-friendly activities throughout the day. Whether you’re a reader, writer, artist, or simply curious, this event honors the power of storytelling and visual expression—right here at our ACS home.
Visitors can enter to win a FREE Annual Family Membership. Family Membership benefits include discounts on ACS summer camp, classes, workshops, and merch; reciprocal membership to museums through SERM, NARM, and ROAM; and more! For a full list of membership benefits, visit https://www.artsarasota.org/become-a-member
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