Middle/High Christmas Party
2025-12-14 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Bethel Church, 1805 30th Ave W,, FL, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
🎄✨ Middle/High Christmas Party! ✨🎄Join us for an evening full of Christmas games, gift exchange, yummy food & holiday fun! 🎁🍕🍪
📅 Date: 12/14⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Meeting in the Canopy building
Bring your holiday cheer – you won’t want to miss it! 🎅❄️

Christmas Break
2025-12-15 09:00 - 2026-01-09 15:00
Co-Op will be closed 12/15-01/09. Enjoy your Christmas break with your family!
Isaiah 9:6: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

Big Cat Habitat Field Trip
2026-01-14 11:00 - 17:00 | Big Cat Habitat, 7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34240, United States
🐾 Field Trip to Big Cat Habitat!📅 January 14 | 🕚 11:00 AM📍 7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240
🎟 Tickets in the shop:

$9 (8th grade & under)

$16 (9th grade & up)

Come explore Big Cat Habitat & meet amazing animals while learning about wildlife and conservation!
👉 RSVP soon to save your spot!
bigcathabitat.org

Yearbook Picture Retakes
2026-01-22 09:15 - 11:15 | Bethel Church, 1805 30th Ave W,, FL, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
Picture Retakes, Don’t Miss Out!Did you miss the two picture days this fall? No worries — Picture Retake Day is here!
Thursday, January 22nd 9:15–11:15 AM In the Gym at Co-op
Our photography teacher, Mr. Charles, and his High School Photography class will be taking photos to be used in this year’s Yearbook. This is your chance to make sure you are included!Come by, smile big, and we’ll see you there! We want your picture in the Yearbook!

Bowling At Bowlero Bradenton
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Bowlero Bradenton, 4208 Cortez Rd W,, Bradenton, FL, 34210, United States
🎳 Bowling Fun for All Ages! 🎳
Join us at Bowlero Bradenton📍 4208 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210📅 Thursday, January 23rd at 10:00 AM
Only $11 per bowler – includes:✨ 1.5 hours of bowling👟 Shoe rental🎮 $10 arcade card
Don’t miss out—buy tickets in the shop on our website & RSVP under Facebook events!
Perfect family fun day—see you at the lanes! 🎉

Texas Roadhouse Field Trip
2026-01-26 10:30 - 12:30 | Texas Roadhouse, 5710 Ranch Lake Blvd, Bradenton, FL, 34202, United States
Come out and join the fun at Texas Roadhouse. We will be doing a tour of the facility and what it takes to make it all work. This field trip is for all ages; there is something for everyone to do! There will be games, dancing, crafts, bread making, and activities for older kids to serve and check out others. The price for the field trip includes lunch! Adults $11 and Kids $6. Please purchase the correct ticket and RSVP on the LAF Community Facebook page. See you there!

Valentine Cookie Cottage Event
2026-02-04 10:30 - 11:30 | The Cookie Cottage, 335 Gillespie Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34236, United States
💕🍪 Valentine Cookie Decorating Party! 🍪💕
Join us at The Cookie Cottage for a heart-filled morning of sweetness and creativity!✨ Each guest gets 8 cookies to decorate + a keepsake apron✨ Perfect for kids & adults of all ages✨ Cost: $11 per person
📍 Location: 335 Gillespie Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236🕙 Time: 10:30 AM
🎟️ Grab your tickets through the shop and RSVP under our Facebook events—spots fill up fast!
Come spread the love, one cookie at a time! 💖

Teen S'mores and Movies under the stars
2026-02-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Ally Ehrhard’s House, 1322 Thornbury Dr., Parrish, FL, 34219, United States
Movie & S’mores Under the Stars
Teen Night Out!
Get ready for a cozy evening of delicious treats and a movie under the beautiful Florida sky!
When & Where:
Date: Saturday, February 9th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM until the movie ends (approx. 8:30 PM)
Location: 1322 Thornbury Dr., Parrish, FL 34219
Gate Code: #6141 (Please enter slowly and use this code!)
What’s On the Menu?
Ultimate Nacho Bar! (Provided)
Warm & Gooey S’mores! (Provided)
What to Bring (Potluck Style!):
To make our spread amazing, please bring one of the following to share:
A fun Nacho Topping (e.g., salsa, guacamole, olives, specialty cheese)
OR
A Dessert (e.g., cookies, brownies, cupcakes)
Seating:
Space is limited, so please bring your own picnic blankets or extra chairs for maximum comfort!
Note: This event is for teens only. Come ready to relax, eat, and hang out!
See you there!

LAF Valentine's Exchange
2026-02-12 13:30 - 15:00 | Bethel Church, 1805 30th Ave W,, FL, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
February 13th from 1 pm-3 pm, more details to come.

Legoland Florida Field Trip
2026-02-20 | Legoland, One LEGOLAND Way, Winter Haven, FL, 33884, United States
🌟 Family Field Trip to LEGOLAND Florida! 🌟
Join us for an unforgettable day at LEGOLAND Florida Resort!📅 Date: Thursday, February 20th⏰ Time: 10:00 AM📍 Location: 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884
🎟️ Cost:

$26 per child (K–8th grade)

$41 per adult

Enjoy a self-guided adventure through all the rides, shows, and attractions—no need to stay as a group, explore at your own pace! 🏰🎢✨
👉 Tickets can be purchased through the shop.👉 Please RSVP under Facebook events.
Don’t miss this brick-tastic day of fun for the whole family! 🧱💛

Annual Egg Drop Challenge
2026-03-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Bethel Church, 1805 30th Ave W,, FL, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
Don’t miss our Annual Egg Drop Challenge!
Every year it is exciting to see how many eggs actually survived the great fall, and this year is going to be even better!
For the Egg Drop Challenge, our LAF students of ALL AGES (Preschool – High school)are challenged to design a system to protect a raw egg from cracking or breaking from a high fall. You can use any materials that you like to protect your egg so it will SURVIVE the fall!
There will be a participation prize for all contestants and special prizes for the most creative, best design, most unusual material used, and many other categories! – The Egg drop will take place at Co-op on March 5th.
1:30 start time for Preschool-5th Grade
2:15 start time for our Middle and High school students.

Selby Botanical Gardens Field Trip
2026-03-09 | Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL, 34236, United States
🌿 Field Trip to Selby Botanical Gardens
Date & Time: March 9th, 9:45 AMLocation: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236selby.org

🎫 Tickets

Ages 5–17: $10

Adults: $13(Prices are special for our group)

🗺️ What to Expect

Self-guided tour through the lush gardens, tropical conservatory, mangrove walk, children’s rainforest garden, and more

Explore the beautiful bayfront campus at your own pace

Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the grounds

📋 Schedule & Tips

9:45 AM — Meet at Selby (don’t be late!)

Walkthrough and exploration time

Lunch break (bring your own)

Optional photo stops & nature journaling

Wear comfortable shoes, sun protection, and bring water

Cameras encouraged!

Restrooms and garden maps will be available

✅ RSVP & Tickets
🌸 RSVP under our Facebook Page Events🎟️ Buy your tickets via the Shop on our website

Spring Break
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-20 15:00
Co-Op will be closed for Spring break 3/16-3/20th. Have fun, everyone!
MATTHEW 5: 16 – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

Farm Field Trip
2026-03-27 10:00 - 12:00
🐷🐔🐐 Pigs, Chickens & Goats—Oh My!
Come join us for a farm adventure at Lithia Springs Farm! Kids will get hands-on with animals—feeding, milking, collecting eggs—and learn about real farm life.
🌿 After the fun, bring a lunch to enjoy at the farm! Want more? Head over to beautiful Lithia Springs Park nearby for a swim or playtime.
📅 Date & Time: March 27th at 10 AM
📍 Location: 5104 Lithia Springs Road, Lithia, FL 33547
💲 Cost: $26 per student (1 adult free per family; extra family members $26 each)
🚗 Parking: Limited to ~25 cars, please carpool if possible!
✨ Space is limited—buy your ticket today!

SRQ Airport Field Trip
2026-04-24 09:45 - 11:00 | SRQ, 6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL, 34241, United States
Field Trip: SRQ Airport Tour!

Get ready for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at our local Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)!
We’ll explore areas not open to the public and learn how the airport operates day-to-day — from runways to terminals and everything in between!

Date & Time:
Meet at 9:45 AM at the waterfall on the ground level on April 24th, 2026

Cost:
$2 per student, adults free.

Parking:
Please park in short-term or long-term parking. SRQ will handle parking arrangements, but we’ll need a headcount and car count two weeks before the tour.

Important Details:

Only Children 7 years old and up are allowed

No strollers, wagons, or large bags allowed

Closed-toe shoes required

Bring your curiosity and be ready to explore!

Discover the fascinating world of aviation right here at SRQ — this is one adventure you won’t want to miss!

Last Day of Co-Op
2026-05-07
🌟 End of the Co-Op Year Message 🌟
As we wrap up another wonderful year, we would like to take a moment to celebrate each of you — our amazing students and their families! From our youngest learners in Pre-K to our graduating high school seniors, we hope this year was filled with growth, laughter, and special memories that will last a lifetime.
May your summer be full of joy, rest, and new adventures. We can’t wait to see all that God has in store for you in the year ahead!
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11
Wishing you a blessed summer and a bright new beginning ahead! ☀️❤️

End of Year Skate Party
2026-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Astro Skate Bradenton, 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
You’re invited to a special, private end-of-year skate party just for the LAF family! 🎉🛼 Join us at Astro Skate Bradenton for an exciting night of fun, music, games, and celebration!
Here’s what you need to know:
🌟 When: 6 PM – 8 PM, with extended stay until closing for free!
💵 Cost: $11 per person — includes skates! (Payment is required for everyone, even if you’re not skating)
🍔 Food: Delicious options available for purchase to enjoy during the event
This event is a wonderful way to celebrate an incredible school year with your family, grandparents, and friends. It’s a private event, so it’s just for the LAF community—fun, safe, and full of good vibes!
📍 Location: 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
📲 Please RSVP on Facebook under “Events” and purchase your tickets through the shop on our website to secure your spot.
Bring the entire family for an unforgettable night of skating, dancing, and celebration. We can’t wait to see you there and end the year on a high note!
