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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Ice Skating Field Trip

Let’s start off the year right with a Back to School Skating Bash! Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex. This field trip is for all ages. Please remember to wear your green LAF shirts for this event, and don’t forget to bring a jacket – it’s cold out […]

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Co-op Spirit Day — Crazy Socks and Crazy Hair

This month, wear your craziest socks and let your hair go WILD! 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!

FIELD TRIP – SARASOTA-BRADENTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TOUR

Sarasota Airport

Join us on an exciting tour around our very own Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport! We will get to see many of the daily operations as well as some exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at what it takes to operate an international airport. We have a limited number of spaces for this trip, so if you want to go, […]

AWAKEN FOOD PANTRY COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Awaken Church 390 Flamingo Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL, United States

LAF’s Zdrojowy family pastor Awaken Church in Port Charlotte. Many distribution centers are closed in that area and have sent their supplies to Awaken's church/food pantry. LAF is taking a group down to help organize donations and run the food pantry. They will put us to work wherever they need us! Beginning huddle is at […]

Hilt’s Party With a Purpose

Join us for a virtual Mary Kay party to bless LAF’s Hilts Family, who lost everything in the Hurricane. All proceeds will directly to the Hilts family. Orders can be placed anytime in the Facebook Group. For more information, please contact Mary Kay Consultant Wendy Coffey at (941) 914-0416. For more ways to help LAF […]

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Co-op Spirit Day — Favorite Sports Team

This month, let your sports flag fly and represent your favorite team! 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!

Middle School Activity — Games & Swimming

Calling all Middle Schoolers! Join us for a fun night of fellowship, games, and swimming. This event will be held at the Falde home. For more information, visit the Facebook Event or contact Allison Flagg for more details at (941) 320-9528.

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 […]

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