Mom's Day Out, Self Defense Edition
2026-02-28 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Gracie Bradenton, 5268 FL-64, Bradenton, FL, 34208, United States
MOMS DAY OUT: Self-Defense & Bonding​Empower Yourself. Empower Your Daughter.​Are you looking for a unique way to connect with your middle or high school daughter? Come share an afternoon of quality time that builds confidence and real-world skills.​THE WORKSHOPDiscover the power of Jiu-Jitsu. You don’t need to be the biggest or strongest person in the room to be safe. We will explore techniques specifically designed to help you defend yourself against a larger, untrained attacker.​No Experience Needed: Whether you are a fitness fanatic or just starting out, you can jump right in.​Supportive Environment: Experience the Gracie Bradenton culture, where our female students support one another’s growth every step of the way.​MEET YOUR COACHKate, Gracie Bradenton’s Head Women’s Coach, will guide you through the session. She is dedicated to making you a skilled grappler capable of handling opponents of any gender.​EVENT DETAILS​ When: February 28th @ 2:00 PM Where: Gracie Bradenton Cost: $25 per person Attire: Please wear comfortable shoes. The class is approximately 1 hour.

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.

Spring Break
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-20 15:00 | FL
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.”

Blueberry Picking
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Blue Lily Farm, 30902 Taylor Grade Rd., Parrish, FL, 34219, United States
LAF Field Trip: Blue Lily Farm!
Join us on April 17th at 10 AM for a morning of picking the sweetest blueberries in town! Blue Lily Farm also has flowers and other fruit available.
Where: 30902 Taylor Grade Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
Cost: Free admission (pay per lb for what you pick)
See you in the fields!

2026 LAF Red Carpet Prom
2026-04-24 17:00 - 22:00 | Palm Aire Country Club, 5601 Country Club Way, Sarasota, FL, 34243, United States
Walk the Red Carpet
Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Location: Palm Aire Country Club, 5601 Country Club Way, Sarasota, FL 34243
Homeschoolers and their guests are invited to the 2026 LAF Prom: Hollywood Red Carpet! This will be a fun and exciting evening full of food, friends, music, dancing, and many great memories.
Get ready for a glamorous evening with your friends as we roll out the red carpet for homeschool high school students and their guests! Join us for a Hollywood-style Prom Night filled with delicious food, great music, dancing, and unforgettable memories with friends.
Join us for a night of elegance and celebration, set beneath a canopy of stars in a stunning cityscape. Dance the night away while sparkling lights twinkle overhead, creating a charming atmosphere that will leave you starstruck.
You are welcome to arrive at 5:00 pm for pictures outside with our photographer. Doors open at 5:30.
Put on your best red carpet attire and get ready for an evening worthy of the spotlight!
This year, we will have a buffet dinner. The buffet will be open at 6:00 pm and will include Salmon and Chicken, with options of sides, as well as salad and rolls. If you have dietary restrictions, let us know in the registration form.

SRQ Airport Field Trip
2026-05-04 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 May 4th, 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 | FL
🌟 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!
