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March 30 - April 5

Goat Cuddle Sessions at Serenity Oaks Homestead

Goat cuddles are back!!!! Located off Golf Course Rd in Parrish. Our first kids were born 1/5/2025 and more are ...

Parent & Child Glass Art at Shattered Glass DIY

Have you checked out our Parent & Child classes? Every Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, you and your little ...

Pottery Hand Building at The Artful Giraffe

Introduction to Pottery Hand Building. Learn how to build a snowman from scratch! In this class, our instructor will walk you through ...

Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at The Mall at UTC

Grab your furry family members for a special photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, March 30th from 6:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: See site
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Driftheory Resin Beach Workshops at South Lido Key Beach

Experience the luxury of beautiful Sarasota with a one of a kind beach and Resin jewelry making workshop on South ...

  • 7:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: South Lido Key Beach
  • Cost: Adult $60 | Child 10 - 12 $52
  • Website: www.airbnb.com
  • Category: Other, Classes

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 ...

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

EVO Kids Daytime Open Gym

Exciting News from EVO Gymnastics! We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new program: Kids Daytime Open Gym! Starting January 6th, join us ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: $15 per student, $5 discount for members, 10% sibling discount
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Spring Break Gemstone Mining Treasure Hunt at Mystic Mines

Spring Break Gemstone Mining Treasure Hunt at Mystic Mines! Looking for something fun to do with the kids during Spring Break? ...

Jam and Cram at Elsie Quirk Library

Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to ...

Scavenger Hunt at Island Branch Library

Get your magnifying glasses out because it’s time for a scavenger hunt challenge! See how many items you can find ...

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: Family Fun, Free

Preschool Music with Mr. Dave at Fruitville Library

Come join Mr. Dave Moran as he reads stories, plays his guitar and sings songs that will make your little ...

Art Club at Theory of Play

The Art Club kids have a love for stretching creative opportunities. This group meets weekly to dig a bit deeper ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members free, Trial Class $35/ includes plenty of time to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Classes

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at First United Methodist Church of Palmetto

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

Soft Play Toddler Time at Bob Gardner Community Park

Lakewood Ranch parents! Join us for Soft Play Toddler Time brought to you by Star Kids Event! Meet us at ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Bob Gardner Community Park East Picnic Pavilion, 2710 White Eagle Blvd, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: $12.50 Resident / $22.50 Non-Resident
  • Website: mylwr.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Theory of Play Open Play for Ages 3-5

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 3 to ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free, Drop-In Play $35/ 90 min& $25/ siblings
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun, Free

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Playdate Harmonies LLC presents Music Enrichment Session at Sunflower Village Studio

See you at Sunflower Village in Venice every Wednesday for our baby music enrichment session. No need to register! Just ...

LEGO Club at Theory of Play

Calling all Lego Masters! Brick by Brick, this club is for all levels of brick builders, ages 6 -10. Weekly, ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free; Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Pottery Hand Building at The Artful Giraffe

Introduction to Pottery Hand Building. Learn how to build a snowman from scratch! In this class, our instructor will walk you through ...

Preschool Storytime at Parrish Community Park

Gather in an outdoor setting for an engaging session of interactive storytelling, exciting activities, and creative crafts. Enjoy enchanting tales ...

  • 1:00 pm -  1:45 pm 
  • Location: Parrish Community Park | 7550 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Theory of Play Homeschool Hangout Days

We encourage you to invite friends, use your buddy pass (if you are a member), share, and build community in ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free. Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Fun with Watercolors at The Artful Giraffe

Learn the art of watercolor In this class, our instructor will walk you through the basics of watercolor painting! You'll paint on ...

Teen Workshop Wednesday at Lakewood Ranch Library

Teens, are you artistic? Crafty? Or simply enjoy DIY? Join us for this month’s workshop activity. Drop-in any time between ...

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Kids Day Out at the George Mullen Activity Center

Let us help make your child’s Professional Day a memorable one. Kids Day Out is a full day of hands-on ...

  • 8:30 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: $20 (extended care available)
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Other

Theory of Play Homeschool Hangout Days

This amazing morning is held each Thursday from 9:30 - 12 pm (or unlimited play for members). On alternate weeks ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free. Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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. ...

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 ...

Drawing Club at Theory of Play

This popular club is geared towards our children 6 – 10. Secretly working on motor skills, children find the power ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members free; Trial Class $35/ includes plenty of time to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Classes

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Sarasota Polo Club Sunset Happy Hour Thursdays

Thursday Sunset Polo Happy Hour matches are open to the public on select Thursdays. During the 2025 season, Sunset Polo ...

SeniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

SeniorChefs™ (Ages 12+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy SeniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to build ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

SHREK The Musical at PCHS Bulls Theater Company

Tickets are now on sale for Parrish Community High School’s Shrek the Musical. Get tickets early! The musicals always sell ...

Theory of Play Open Play

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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 ...

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 ...

SHREK The Musical at PCHS Bulls Theater Company

Tickets are now on sale for Parrish Community High School’s Shrek the Musical. Get tickets early! The musicals always sell ...

The Freedom 500 Presented by Summit Racing Equipment and Burnout Rivals

Friday April 4th, get ready for the Freedom 500 Presented by Summit Racing Equipment! Watch as Cleetus, along with your ...

Fools Run 5K at Maxine Barritt Park

Run, walk, skip, or ride in a stroller, THIS is the most Foolish fun you will have ALL year at ...

All About Horses at Little Manatee River State Park

FREE Event Entrance! (Follow signs to the event field) Enjoy a fun and educational day filled with: Parade of Horses at 1:00 ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Little Manatee River State Park; 215 Lightfoot Road, Wimauma, FL 33598
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

Families Unpuggled at Sarasota City YMCA - Let's Get Crafty

Families Unplugged at the Sarasota City YMCA! Unplug with us once per month for a new, free family fun activity at ...

Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club Drop in Sessions

Join us for our Drop In Coaching Session! "Give Lawn Bowling a Try!" Free for first time bowlers.

Saturday Family Fun Fishing Clinic at Cedar Point Environmental Park

Fishing in Florida is one of the most sought out recreational activities. Bring your family to a 3 hours Saturday ...

Bootcamp on the green at Big Top Brewing

Next BOOTCAMP on the green will be on⁣ Saturday Jan 4th @ 9:30am. ⁣Fun for the whole family! Every 1st ...

Kid's Morning Out at The Venice Art Center

Kids, paint a masterpiece with acrylic paints and step-by-step instruction. Paint a new creation each week, so sign up for ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave South, Venice FL 34285
  • Cost: $43.75 ($35 for members)
  • Website: veniceartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

KinderCooks® Mommy and Me Time at Young Chefs Academy

It's Mommy and Me time! If you’re searching for a meaningful, enriching way to engage your little ones (ages 4-7), look ...

Adopt a Bunny Easter Party at Party Palace

Join us for a magical Easter celebration at Party Palace! Your little one will get to choose and stuff their very ...

Chalk Art at Island Branch Library

Bring out your artsy side! Kids will enjoy a beautiful morning outside doing chalk art on the library sidewalk. Chalk ...

School District of Manatee County STEM Showcase at the Bradenton Area Convention Center

Save the date for our STEM Showcase! See how STEM millage funds are enhancing our students’ educational experience right here ...

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 ...

Toddler Monthly Storytime and Ceramic Painting at Distractions Art Studio

Join Distractions on the Island for Monthly Storytime and Ceramic Painting the first Saturdays of each month. This March 1st at ...

Gulf Gate Library 10th Anniversary Celebration Pages in Paradise

Pages in Paradise! Join us as we celebrate a decade of stories, learning, and community at Gulf Gate Library! What’s Happening? Get ...

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Parent & Child Glass Art at Shattered Glass DIY

Have you checked out our Parent & Child classes? Every Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, you and your little ...

Easter Egg Hunt at Sarasota Lodge No. 147 F&AM

Please come out and support the kids of our community as we host our second Annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Open Gym at Flip Zone Gymnastics

Come visit us for an Open Gym! Limited to 35 students. For ages 5-18

Sailor Circus Gold Troupe Showcase Presents: Jukebox Hero at the Sailor Circus Arena

Our Sailor Circus Academy students are back for their spring production that will wow you with their amazing artistry and ...

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 ...

LEGO Club at Selby Library

Ages 5 and up. Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide ...

The Freedom 500 Presented by Summit Racing Equipment and Burnout Rivals

Friday April 4th, get ready for the Freedom 500 Presented by Summit Racing Equipment! Watch as Cleetus, along with your ...

Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics

Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics provides supervised, unstructured time for children to practice skills, play on equipment, and enjoy ...

SHREK The Musical at PCHS Bulls Theater Company

Tickets are now on sale for Parrish Community High School’s Shrek the Musical. Get tickets early! The musicals always sell ...

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