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January 12 - 18
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12January

Meadows Farmers Market Yoga Flow

Yoga will be happening during the Meadows Farmers Market Once a month every 2nd Sunday until April at 9:30. DON'T MISS ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Meadows Farmers Market, 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free - donations appreciated
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Snow Day at First Sarasota

The forecast is calling for snow at First Sarasota on Sunday, January 12! Bring your child to enjoy a winter ...

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park - Downtown Venice

Sun Fiesta Centennial Park - Downtown Venice Live Music and Entertainment Arts & Crafts Vendors Bed Race Beer and Wine Tent Food Vendors Raffle and ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.womenssertoma.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds

January 10th – 12th Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival™ Get ready to step outside and enjoy a weekend filled with great food ...

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

Sunday Fundays at The Artful Giraffe

Join us the 2nd Sunday every month for Sunday Funday! IT'S GOING TO BE AN ARTFUL GOOD TIME! • Outdoor ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Free

New Year's Butterfly Release at the Meadows Farmers Market

Help us ring in 2025 at our New Year’s Market! Featuring special local artists for our Winter Art Walk around ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg G, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free admission, $20 per kid for tea party or butterfly kit
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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 -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Whiskey Tango Firearms Training Center Grand Opening

GRAND OPENING PARTY For our Simulation training range. SUNDAY Jan 12th 12-5. Cornerstone Cocktail and Beer truck will be furnishing refreshments, and ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5662 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Windjammers Unlimited and Sailor Circus Academy at the Sailor Circus Arena

Sarasota! Get ready for an afternoon of incredible music and jaw-dropping circus performances! Join us this Sunday, January 12th at 1:30 ...

  • 1:30 pm 
  • Location: 2075 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
13January

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

Soar in 4 Story Time at Braden River Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • 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 ...

  • 12:15 pm -  1:00 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 Pop-Up at Braden River 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 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Teen Video Game Night at Fruitville Library

Virtual reality, Wii and more!

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
14January

Explore Celery Fields

Why is it called “Celery Fields?” Why is Celery Fields so popular? And just what is that mountain made of? ...

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

Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail

Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.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

Anime Club at Selby Library

Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!

Kid's Night Bracelet Making Party at Culver's Bradenton

Kids' Night (Culver's Version) Are you ready for it? Join us for a magical night where the whole place will ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 13020 SR 64 East, Bradenton, FL, 34211
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Barks and Brews on the Green at UTC

Furry friends and their families are invited to this paw-ty in support of Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue featuring adoptable dogs, ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Free
15January

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

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: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail

Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate 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: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Soar in 4 Story Time at Palmetto Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.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

Bingo Night at Englewood YMCA

Enjoy BINGO with the Englewood YMCA community to win a bunch of great prizes. Bring your own snacks!

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 Medical Blvd, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members, $5 drop-in for community | $3 per card
  • Website: www.facebook.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
16January

Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota

Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Chabad of Sarasota - 7700 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, Fl 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: bit.ly
  • Category: Free

Open Play at The Roots Health Centers

Join us at The Roots Health Centers for a fun-filled Open Play event catered to our littlest ones! This in-person ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Hands-Only CPR and AED Training at LBK Fire Rescue Station 91

The Town of Longboat Key Fire Rescue will be hosting FREE Hands-Only CPR and AED training. Learn lifesaving skills in ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: North Fire Station, 5490 Gulf of Mexico Drive
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at South Manatee Branch Library

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: South Manatee Branch Library, 6081 26th Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Pedicab Rides on the Legacy Trail

Enjoy a fun and relaxing ride on the pedicab. Sign up for a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy Trail. ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay Street, Osprey
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.com
  • Category: Free

Soar in 4 Story Time at Little Discovery Center

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Little Discovery Center

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

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W., Bradenton
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Bingo Night at Parrish Pizzeria

Bingo Night! Get ready to shout BINGO this Thursday at Parrish Pizzeria! Join us for a fun-filled night of games, delicious ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 12345 US Highway 301 N, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Weekly Free Fun Run at Fleet Feet

Everyone is welcome to join our Fun Run Group! We have walkers, runners and everyone in between! Meet at Fleet Feet ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 711 South Osprey Avenue #1, Sarasota, FL, 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
17January

Forty Carrots Lactation Loop

Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Rocky Bluff Library

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: Rocky Bluff Library, 6750 US 301, Ellenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Touch A Truck at Lakewood Ranch Library

Big trucks are heading to the Lakewood Ranch and Rocky Bluff Libraries! Don't miss these family-friendly events where you ...

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library

PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...

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

Movies in the Park at Centennial Park - Narnia

Come enjoy a free family friendly movie in Centennial Park! Bring your blankets, chairs, and favorite snacks to watch Narnia ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Centennial Park, 200 W Avenue, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Free Country Line Dancing at Big Top Brewers Collective

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, there's no better place to learn the ropes of line dancing ...

  • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rye Road Live in Concert at Fiorelli Winery

Rye Road has been rocking audiences up and down the Gulf Coast of Florida for over a decade. One can ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Fiorelli Winery, 4250 Waterbury Road, Bradenton, FL,
  • Cost: No ticket necessary- Free Admission | Parking $10.00 per vehicle
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
18January

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

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 ...

North River Lacrosse Free Trial Day

This is a great chance for your child to try lacrosse for FREE, and after experiencing how much fun it ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Parrish Charter Academy, 8605 Erie Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Try the Y Day at YMCA Palmer Ranch

Try the Y – New Year’s Open House! Start the New Year with a fresh perspective on health, fitness, and community! ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238
  • 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 ...

Embracing Our Differences 2025 Grand Opening Exhibit Celebration at Bayfront Park

Join Us for the 2025 Embracing Our Differences Community Celebration! Celebrate the opening of our 2025 Bayfront Park Exhibition with an ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Bayfront Park, 5 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center

Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Fair January 18th-20th, 2024 (MLK Weekend) Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free admission, activity prices vary
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Agave Bandido Family Pirate Invasion Party

Wear your pirate costumes for a family fun event -Agave's very own pirate invasion party! FREE BOUNCE HOUSE COTTON CANDY MACHINE SNO CONE'S Outdoor ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1550 Lakefront Drive , Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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