Save the Date!

Mark your calendars for the Library Foundation for Sarasota County’s 14th annual Author Luncheon! This year’s event will be held on Friday, February 6th at 11:30 am at The Ora.

We’ll be announcing our wonderful guest author when tickets go on sale in October. In the meantime, please enjoy memories from our previous Love Our Libraries' celebrations here!

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2026 Sponsorship Levels

All attendees will have the opportunity to have their books signed by the author after the luncheon.

  • $10,000

    For the library: 20 summer programs to help children stay engaged with reading and learning when school is out

    For you:

    • Table for 10 in a premier location

    • Exclusive invitation for you and your guests to attend a private reception with the author

    • Copy of book for you and your guests

    • Recognition in printed program, on-screen, on website/social media, and table signage

  • $7,500

    For the library: 60 digital books to meet high demand

    For you:

    • Table for 10

    • Copy of book for you and your guests

    • Recognition in printed program, on-screen, on website, and table signage

  • $5,000

    For the library: 10 Pop-Up Library visits to underserved communities in Sarasota

    For you:

    • 8 tickets

    • Copy of book for your guests

    • Recognition in printed program, on website, and table signage

  • $2,500

    For the library: 6 writing workshops for teens and adults

    For you:

    • 6 tickets

    • Copy of book for you and your guests

    • Recognition in printed program and website

  • $250

    For the library: 10 print books

    For you:

    • 1 ticket

    • Copy of book

Questions? Please contact us at hello@sarasotalibraryfoundation.org or (941) 404-3139.