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July 27 - August 2

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Cow Bingo at Chick-fil-A Fruitville Road

Join us for a fun filled morning with the chance to win exclusive Chick-fil-A prizes. You might even catch a ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Chick-fil-A Fruitville Road, 5384 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers; 8209 Natures Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Turtle Tracks & Shorebird Facts at Holmes Beach City Hall

Turtle Tracks and Shorebird Facts Anna Maria Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring and Holmes Beach are hosting a fun and educational ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Social Circle at The Flock SRQ

Discover the joy of building a supportive community of friends who share the adventure of parenthood. From laughter-filled coffee chats ...

  • 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.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: 1301 Barcarrota Ave, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Forza Child

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: 7006 122nd Ave E, Parrish, FL 34219
  • 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: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Kids' Summer Beach Runs at Siesta Beach

The annual FREE Kids' Summer Beach Runs, presented by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and New Balance of ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Siesta Beach: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Make It Take It Manatee County Agricultural Museum

On Wednesdays in July, the Ag Museum will be exploring the theme "By Golly, It's By-Products!" This FREE programming series ...

  • 9:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Agricultural Museum, 1025 6th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • 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

Family Storytime at Palmetto Branch Library

Develop a love of reading with Ms. Kaitlynn during an hour-long learning experience filled with interactive stories, songs, and play! ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Palmetto Branch Library, 923 6th Street West, Palmetto, FL
  • 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

Preschool Storytime at South Manatee Branch Library

Come join the Youth Services staff for song, stories, and age-appropriate interactive fun.

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: South Manatee Branch Library, 6081 26th Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Toddler Time at Little Discovery Center

Join us for interactive story-times with age-appropriate themes and activities.

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Fam Open Studio at The Ringling

Open Studio is an opportunity for visitors to engage with various artistic mediums in open-ended exploration. Mediums change each week. This ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, reserve tickets in advance
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Kids' Summer Beach Runs at North Brohard Park

The annual FREE Kids' Summer Beach Runs, presented by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and New Balance of ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Brohard Park 1400 S. Harbor Drive Venice, Florida 34285
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bingo at 3 Bridges Brewing

Your favorite Beer & Bingo spot is at it again! We start calling numbers every Wednesday at 6:30pm

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 1765 S. Tamiami trl. Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: facebook.com
  • 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

Baby Storytime at Rocky Bluff Library

Join the Youth Services Staff for an interactive story time that explores the wonders of a baby’s mind through stories, ...

Kids Playgroup at Palmetto Library

Join Ms. Kaitlynn for an hour of play including crafts, games, and more designed to foster a love of learning ...

Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

Kids Night at Plaza Mexico Restaurant

Join us for Kids Night at Plaza de Toro Mexico in Sarasota every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Plaza Mexico Restaurant, 1894 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: 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

Cinema at the Bay

Join us for our weekly movie series Cinema at the Bay! we will have a different movie each week. Please ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

ROAR at The Ringling

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

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Village of the Arts - Art Walk and Market

A place where community and creativity come together in the most colorful way! Our historic cottages are home to award-winning ...

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

Creation Station at North Port Library

Are you curious about our Creation Station? Join us for Open Lab, where library patrons can explore and experiment with ...

Family Fun Night at GT Bray Park

Save the date for a summer night under the cool shade of GT Bray Park on Friday, August 1. Bring ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Palmetto Movie in the Park at Sutton Park

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and family members to this super fun family event. Admission is free, and complimentary snacks ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Sutton Park, 1036 6th St W., Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: palmettofl.org
  • Category: Free

Cars and Caffeine at Wellen Park

Rev up your engines! Wellen Park and Co-Sponsors, Foxtail Coffee, and Antique Automobile Club of America-Venice Region, are excited to ...

  • 7:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Wellen Park: 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Movement Market at Palmetto Marriott

Join us for a morning of movement, wellness, and community! Hosted by Auriactive, Movement Market is an outdoor event featuring ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, 600 US-41 N, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: auriactive.org
  • Category: Free

DIY In-store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Home Depot locations - register online and select your preferred store
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.homedepot.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 ...

Florida Blue Center Back to School: Fuel the Future

Join us for our annual Back-to-School Giveaway — this year under the inspiring theme “Fuel the Future” at your local ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Blue Sarasota, 285 North Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: appointments.floridablue.com
  • Category: Free

Englewood Area Back To School Bash

Get ready for the most exciting Back to School Bash on August 2nd at Sky Academy! We can’t wait to ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 871 S River Rd, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Free

FAM (Family Art Making) with The Ringling

FAM (Family Art Making) is a free program that's fun for the whole family! Join us for creative art projects ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Florida Penguins Back to School Bash at The Mall at UTC

Get ready to kick off the new school year with our exciting Back to School Bash! Join us at The ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Story Trails in the Reading Garden at North Sarasota Library

Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book the first ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.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 ...

Back to School Bash with Raining Berries

Join us on August 2nd for a fun-filled Back to School Bash at Raining Berries in Southside Village! Enjoy refreshing açaí ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1935 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Storytime at Barnes and Noble Sarasota

Join us every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am for fun stories and activities!

Village of the Arts - Art Walk and Market

A place where community and creativity come together in the most colorful way! Our historic cottages are home to award-winning ...

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

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 (Peggy A. Hall Classroom, 134)
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free
July 27 - August 2
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