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27November

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
28November

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
29November

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 ...

Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds

Nov 29th – Dec 1st Sarasota Fall Seafood & Music Festival™ Get back outdoors and enjoy a weekend of pure relaxation full ...

  • 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.paragonfestivals.com
  • Category: Free

Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting at Centennial Park

Enjoy a charming Christmas evening with live music featuring performances by First Baptist Church's Voices of Venice, the Venice Chorale, ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: Centennial Park, 200 W. Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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
30November

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 ...

Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park

Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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, ...

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 ...

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

Breakfast with Santa at The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

Santa is Coming! Santa is Coming! Join Santa for breakfast at Hamlet's Eatery. You know Chef Mitch will have something ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 821 Apricot Avenue, Sarasota FL 34237
  • Cost: Free to Attend, Food & Drink Available for Purchase
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Children's World American Shop Small Saturday & Customer Appreciation Day

Kick off your holiday shopping with us. We can't wait to see you there! If you're rocking a green bag, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4525 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • 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 ...

Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds

Nov 29th – Dec 1st Sarasota Fall Seafood & Music Festival™ Get back outdoors and enjoy a weekend of pure relaxation full ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.paragonfestivals.com
  • Category: Free

Village of the Arts Shop Small Business Saturday

Head to Bradenton’s Village of the Arts on Small Business Saturday, November 30th to support local businesses, enjoy stress-free shopping, ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1227 12st St W Bradenton, 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • 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 ...

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

Jiggs Landing Fish Camp Holiday Boat Parade

The annual Jiggs Landing Outpost Holiday Boat parade will take place on the Evers Reservoir and Braden River. Event is ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Jiggs Landing Outpost, 6106 63rd St E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jiggslanding.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas Caroling at Siesta Key Light Up The Village

Stop by and hear us at the Gazebo in the center of the Village!

Siesta Key Light Up the Village Holiday Parade

Siesta Key invites you to its Holiday Parade Saturday, Nov. 30. NEW this year: Santa will be at the Siesta Key ...

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
01December

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 ...

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

Outdoor Holiday Market at The Vintage Collective

Join us for our first community event! No entrance fee! Free hot cocoa bar, Free Popcorn, Free Holiday Craft table. ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 800 8th Ave W, Palmetto 34221 (parking lot behind building)
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Poinsettia Patch withSanta and Mrs. Claus at Parrish Charter Academy

Join us for a day of family fun and a free photo op with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Santa arrives ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Parrish Charter Academy, 8605 Charter Academy, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $5 Parking, Free entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds

Nov 29th – Dec 1st Sarasota Fall Seafood & Music Festival™ Get back outdoors and enjoy a weekend of pure relaxation full ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.paragonfestivals.com
  • Category: Free
02December

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Glasser/Schoenbaum

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Glasser/Schoenbaum, 1750 17th St, Sarasota, FL. 34234
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco United Methodist Church

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Oneco United Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

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

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public 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: Venice Library 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.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

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®

A Free Group for Parents and Infants | 0 to 7 Months Bringing a baby into the world can fill our ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:15 pm 
  • Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Central Library

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

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Central Library, 1301 1st Avenue W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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
03December

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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central 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: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota Library

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

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Stroller Tours at The Ringling

Join a museum educator for a one-hour tour designed for parents or caregivers visiting the museum with an infant or ...

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® South Manatee Library

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

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: South Manatee Library 6081 26th Street West Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Palmetto Library

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

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Library 923 6th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221 ·
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Braden River Library

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  2:45 pm 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • 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

Roser Church Christmas Concert

As our community works together to recover from two devastating storms, we at Roser Church would like to offer two ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: roserchurch.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

Englewood Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

You are invited to the Annual Englewood Community Christmas Tree Lighting. The lighting of the Christmas Tree will take place ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 601 S Indiana Ave, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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
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