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November 22 - 28

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Music and Movement Toddler Dance Class at We Rock the Spectrum

Get ready for the world of rhythm and movement with Toddler Dance Class led by the incredible Jaybianna Lawrence, aka ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $10 per child includes open play
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Braden River Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 9:45 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library 4915 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Anna Maria Island Library 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Library 100 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240 ·
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

ROAR at The Ringling Fridays

ROAR! is our free storytime program that connects art with early literacy! Every week we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Lakewood Ranch Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 12:15 pm -  1:15 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Friday Night Market at The Market on Dearborn

Celebrate the end of the week with The Market on Dearborn and enjoy an evening farmers market with a variety ...

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Family Night at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Join us this Friday, November 22nd, from 6 PM to 8 PM at The Center for Family Fun Night! Enjoy activities ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: centerami.org
  • Category: Free

Movies Under the Stars at The NEST Robinson Preserve

Migration: The Mallard family faces the challenge of deciding whether to stay in the familiar comfort of their pond or ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: "The NEST" at Robinson Preserve, 840 99th Street Northwest, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Family Movie Night at The Bay - Kung Fu Panda 4

Enjoy a free, outdoor family-friendly movie under the stars at The Bay! Bring your blankets, chairs, family, and friends to add ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:34 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Venice MainStreet Friday Night Concert Series

Join the fun in historic downtown Venice for the bimonthly Friday Night Concert Series at the gazebo in Centennial ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Centennial Park Gazebo, 200 W. Venice Ave Venice, Florida 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.venicegov.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Ride & Paddle Guided Kayak Tour at The Bay

Experience The Bay from the water! Explore the restored mangroves and other flora and fauna of The Bay on this ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Kayak Launch, 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market

Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, ...

ReptiFest 2024 at The NEST Robinson Preserve

Discover the vital role reptiles play in our ecosystem, and learn how to interact with them safely. Enjoy hands-on activities, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The NEST at Robinson Preserve, 840 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Free

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of exploration. Walk the grounds ...

Creative Liberties Family Art Day

Bring the whole family and spend the morning making art together during our Family Art Day. No RSVP is required, ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Creative Liberties, 927 N Lime Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.creativeliberties.net
  • Category: Free

Rooftop Yoga at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library every Saturday morning for an invigorating rooftop yoga session. This class is perfect ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library Rooftop, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Lakewood Ranch Art and Crafts Market at Harvest United Methodist Church

Family fun at this Arts and Craft Market! Come support local artists, crafters and small businesses that have been affected ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex Free Try It Class

Free Try it Class every Saturday at 10:45am! Kids ages 3 & up and adults are welcome to join us ...

Grand Opening of Sweet Magnolia Creamery and Confections

Join us for the Grand Opening this Saturday at 11AM! We cannot wait to see you, Arcadia!

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: 203 W Oak St, Arcadia
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Grilled Cheese Festival at CoolToday Park

Saturday, November 23rd Indulge in a Cheesy Extravaganza! Join us for a day filled with deliciousness at the 4th Annual Grilled ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 18800 South West Villages Pkwy, Venice, 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: cooltodaypark.com
  • Category: Free

Myakka City Fire Station Grand Opening

Open house, Free food, Public & Kids Events!!

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: East Manatee Fire Rescue, 10215 Wauchula Road, Myakka City, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.emfr.org
  • Category: Free

Bradenton Holiday Market Series at 3 Keys Brewing & Gastropub

Join us for the first Bradenton Holiday Market Series at 3 Keys Brewing & Gastropub! Get a head start ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 3 Keys Brewing & Gastropub, 2505 Manatee Ave, Brandeton 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Music Club at Selby Library

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who ...

Mr. Stevey & Friends: Gratitude is the Attitude at North Sarasota Library

FREE BOOKS. FREE LUNCH. FREE ADMISSION. This event will feature art activities, music making, and read-aloud featuring a mindful moment. Please Note: ...

  • 12:30 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Boulevard Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Youth Saturday Art Classes at the Sarasota Art Center

Register your young artist for FREE Youth Saturdays! On select Saturdays, 1-4 pm, kids will learn about art and have ...

Saturday Family Art Lab at the Sarasota Art Museum

Weekends are for art and family fun! Bring the kids or grandkids and enjoy making art together every Saturday in ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1001 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Nautique at Waterside

Fall Fun Awaits at Nautique at Waterside! Celebrate the season with an afternoon filled with Autumn Vibes at Nautique’s Fall ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Nautique at Waterside, Amenity Center 1690 Bollard Ave, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free entry
  • Website: www.mihomes.com
  • Category: Free

Anniversary Celebration at Little Dreamers Boutique

Join us for our anniversary celebration of our debut year. Free drinks and snacks. A reading of a children's book. ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1379 Main Street, Sarasota FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Light Up Longboat Key

Join us for the 6th Annual Light Up Longboat on Saturday, November 23, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Town Center Green, 600 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Fresh Harvest Farmers Market at Wellen Park

Join us in Downtown Wellen for the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market every Sunday! Shop fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 12275 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Lakewood Ranch Art and Crafts Market at Harvest United Methodist Church

Family fun at this Arts and Craft Market! Come support local artists, crafters and small businesses that have been affected ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Mom's Walk/Run Meetup Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers 8209 Natures Way #115 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-18 Months. Optional play time ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

Social Circle at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of building a supportive community of friends who share the ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

180 Skate Meet Ups at Payne Park

Come join us every Monday at 2pm. All are welcomed and it is completely FREE!

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Payne Park, 2010 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: 180skate.org
  • Category: Free

Read with the Dogs at Venice Library

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Community room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Teen Writers Club at North Port Library

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

180 Skate Homeschool Skate Meet Ups at Payne Park

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us every Tuesday from 9am to 11am. We will have snacks, drinks, extra boards and protective ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Payne Park, 2010 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: 180skate.org
  • Category: Free

Woodland Church Preschool and Moms Play Group

This free group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gowoodland.com
  • Category: Free

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Did you hear about Tot Time's Saturday program? We added a fun twist to your Tot Time experience! We are ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Free

Teen Movie Afternoon at Venice Library

Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie. Add more wish list movies to our clipboard request ...

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Teen room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Dental Care At Palmer Ranch Open House

Dental Care At Palmer Ranch is hosting an Invisalign open house! Come join us Tuesday November 26th From 3pm to ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 8401 Honore Ave, Suite 10, Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tinker Tuesday at North Sarasota Library

A different project every week! No prior experience necessary. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: North Sarasota Library (Meeting room II) 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Chess Club at North Port Library

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Weekly Free Fun Run/Walk at New Balance University

Come Walk or Run with a group: Bathrooms and Water provided and lots of positive Vibes

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N. Cattlemen Rd., Suite 1, Sarasota FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tuesday Night Family Fun Ride in Venice

Meet/Park at the Parking Lot Corner near Tampa Ave W and Nokomis Ave W. Bikes out at 6 pm so arrive ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Gazabo Centennial Park, 200 W Venice Ave, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

UTC Kids Club: Gameland

Join us for UTC Kids Club, a weekly lineup of high-energy, interactive experiences for kids. It’s all fun and games ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 125 N Cattleman Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Free

Color Your Own Placemats at The Children's Garden and Art Center

Get ready for Thanksgiving Day by coloring your own placemat and paper crown to bring home! *The Garden will be closed ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: included with the cost of admission and free for garden members while supplies last.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Drop-In Art for Preschoolers at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 for simple open art project. Helps fine motor as well as creative skills!

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum

For early learners with an adult, Your Wednesday Playdates deliver an art project led by a professional teaching artist and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Welcome to "Books and Bubbles," a captivating and joy-filled class designed to spark ...

  • 5:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Friendsgiving Celebration at Big Top Brewers Collective

Friendsgiving at the Brewery! Join us on Wednesday, November 27, starting at 5 PM for a cozy Friendsgiving celebration at ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lego Club at North Port Library

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Age Group: Children ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Your favorite weeknight hangout is back at Waterside Place, the newest town center in Lakewood Ranch! Ranch Nite Wednesday kicks off ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

The Center of Anna Maria Island Let's Give Thanks Together

Let’s Give Thanks Together! Join us in nurturing the spirit of our island community. Thursday, November 28 12 PM - 4 PM Food, Music, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free
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