Below are all of the currently scheduled special events, field trips, small group activities, parent workshops, and any special dates for Co-op.

For Co-op related questions, email coop@learningandfamilies.org.

For special events or small group activity questions, email vicepresident@learningandfamilies.org.

For all other questions, email info@learningandfamilies.org.

 

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Field Trip — “Meet The Ringling” Museum Trip

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States

“Meet The Ringling” is an introductory tour for elementary-aged children. In this tour, students will define what art is and what museums do. Students will explore The Ringling galleries and learn about the collection. Then, students will analyze and interpret 3-5 works of art from The Ringling Collection. This tour is an opportunity to explore […]

Fall Meet and Greet

Rusty Bucket 257 N Cattlemen Rd #81, Sarasota, FL, United States

Every year, we welcome new families to LAF. Our Fall Meet and Greet is an opportunity for all new families, plus any families currently enrolled in LAF, to come meet the LAF leadership team and get to know many of the wonderful moms and dads who make LAF a strong community. For the 2022/23 school […]

Middle and High School Activity — Bowling Party

AMF Gulf Gate Lanes, 7221 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, United States

Calling all Middle and High Schoolers! Join us for a night of bowling fun. This is for Middle and High school students only -- no younger siblings. Parents can join in, but you must reserve your spot. Cost: $25 per student (Includes 2 hours of bowling along with shoe rental - unlimited fountain drinks and […]

Florida Museum of Natural History Field Trip

University of Florida Cultural Plaza - Powell Hall 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United States

Come explore the Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest in Gainesville! This is the perfect addition to LAF’s Junior Co-op Flying Creatures theme this school year. However, this trip is open to all families enrolled in the LAF Support Community. Please read the complete description below before purchasing tickets. Babies 0 – 2 […]

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Co-op Spirit Day — Pajama Day

This month, it's wear your PJs to Co-op Day! LAF Spirit Day is the 3rd Tuesday and Thursday of the month, excluding December and January. Everyone can participate (all ages)! Help us make this the BEST LAF Co-op year yet!

Thanksgiving Break

Co-op will be closed for Thanksgiving Break. We wish you a joyful celebration and a deep sense of gratitude. We are grateful for YOU!

Thanksgiving Break

Co-op will be closed for Thanksgiving Break. We wish you a joyful celebration and a deep sense of gratitude. We are grateful for YOU!

Picture Day

Renewal Church 7221 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, United States

Every fall, LAF offers all families enrolled in the Support Community an opportunity to have professional school pictures taken. There is no sitting fee, and you are not obligated to purchase a picture package. Just for participating in school picture day, you will receive picture proofs. and a spot in our Yearbook. Please note that we are […]

High School Activity — Escape Room

Premier Adventures Escape Room 7369 52nd Pl East, Bradenton, FL, United States

All high schoolers enrolled in the LAF Support Community are welcome to join us for the December activity -- Escape Room!

Field Day

Colonial Oaks Park 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd, Sarasota, FL, United States

Our annual Field Day is always held on the 1st Friday in December at a park in Manasota. All Field Day participants will have the opportunity to compete against each other in many classic Field Day games and relay races. There are preschool activities as well as games, and the park has two age-appropriate playgrounds. […]

Alice In Wonderland

Rise Above Performing Arts Centre 3501 S Tamiami Trail Suite 1105, Sarasota, FL, United States

Join us for LAF Theatre Troupe’s annual Fall Drama. This year, the troupe is performing Alice In Wonderland, based on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, adapted by Anne Coulter Martins. To purchase tickets, please click one of the links below: General Admissions ($10 each) VIP Tickets ($15 each) Table for Four ($65 each)

Alice In Wonderland

Rise Above Performing Arts Centre 3501 S Tamiami Trail Suite 1105, Sarasota, FL, United States

Join us for LAF Theatre Troupe’s annual Fall Drama. This year, the troupe is performing Alice In Wonderland, based on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, adapted by Anne Coulter Martins. To purchase tickets, please click one of the links below: General Admissions ($10 each) VIP Tickets ($15 each) Table for Four ($65 each)

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