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SUMMARY:Middle and High School Activity -- Bowling Party
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCost: $25 per student (Includes 2 hours of bowling along with shoe rental – unlimited fountain drinks and unlimited pizza and appetizers!) \nPlease visit the appropriate Facebook Event below\, click going\, and then post in the thread with how many bowlers you are bringing. \nMiddle Schoolers click here. \nHigh Schoolers click here. \n 
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/middle-and-high-school-activity-bowling-party/
LOCATION:AMF Gulf Gate Lanes\,\, 7221 S Tamiami Trail\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,Middle School,Small Groups
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SUMMARY:Axe Throwing - High School Only
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the school year with LAF’s favorite high school activity\, Axe Throwing! We did this last year & had a great turnout so it’s BACK by popular demand!
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/axe-throwing-high-school-only/
LOCATION:Axe and Bull\, 4088 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34233\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School
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SUMMARY:2024 High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:If you have never been to a homeschool graduation\, mark your calendars and plan to join LAF as we celebrate our high school graduates and their families. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt Learning and Families\, we strive to honor each student and their parents who traveled an unconventional road to the high school finish line! The LAF graduation features a heart-warming slide show to honor each graduate’s unique homeschool journey. The grad’s parents are welcomed on stage to turn their tassels and present their diplomas. We get to hear a few words about each student’s accomplishments and their plans after graduation\, and the grads are inspired by a special keynote speaker.\n\nLAF high school graduations are open to the community\, so mark your calendar\, and plan to join us. Details for this year’s graduation are listed below. (Doors open at 5:30 pm)
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/2024-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Church of HOpe\, 2300 Lakewood Ranch Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Around the Bend Nature and Dip Netting Tour
DESCRIPTION:🌿🐠 Explore Nature & Marine Life at Emerson Point!\nA hands-on field trip for curious kids and families! \nJoin us for a fun and educational adventure where kids and parents will: \n🦀 Dipnet & Discover Marine Life\n\n\nUse dipnets to catch and release small fish\, crabs\, shrimp\, sea stars\, and more \n\n\nLearn about fish\, crustaceans\, and mollusks through observation and Q&A \n\n\nStudy real marine animals up close — and have a blast doing it! \n\n\n🌳 Nature Walk Through Forest & Mangroves\n\n\nPeaceful walk under the canopy \n\n\nExplore ancient Native American shell midden mounds \n\n\nIdentify native & exotic plants\, birds\, and maybe some wildlife! \n\n\n🪶 Hands-On Native American Tools\n\n\nExplore a replica collection of archaeological tools \n\n\nLearn how early Floridians lived off the land \n\n\nA great tie-in to local history and museum exhibits \n\n\n\n📍 Location: Emerson Point Preserve; 5801 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL 34221🎒 Bring: Water shoes\, sunscreen\, lunch\, curiosity\, and a sense of adventure! \nPurchase Tickets in the shop\, First ticket is $17\, additional siblings are $15
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/around-the-bend-nature-and-dip-netting-tour/
LOCATION:Emerson Point Preserve\, 5801 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T203000
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out/Middle and High Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION: Ice Cream Social & Game Night! \nCalling all LAF Moms & Middle/High School Students!Join us for a sweet night of fun\, fellowship\, and games at Co-op on Thursday\, September 18th at 6:00 PM!\n Teens – Bring your favorite board or card game and get ready for a night of laughs\, connection\, and lots of ice cream!\n Moms – Relax\, enjoy some fellowship\, and create your perfect ice cream sundae while connecting with other awesome moms.\n Everyone brings a topping to share – sprinkles\, chocolate chips\, caramel sauce… You name it! We will either have a sign-up\, or just have everyone post what they are bringing.\nLet’s make memories\, have some fun\, and build community—one scoop at a time. See you there!
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/moms-night-out-middle-and-high-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Bethel Church\, 1805 30th Ave W\,\, FL\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,Middle and High School Co-op,Middle School,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Middle/ High School Fall Party
DESCRIPTION:Middle/High school teens come hang out and enjoy fun fall games\, dinner\, and treats! Parents\, you can drop off and RSVP under the event section on the LAF Community group.
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/middle-high-school-fall-party/
LOCATION:Ally Ehrhard’s House\, 1322 Thornbury Dr.\, Parrish\, FL\, 34219\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trader Joe's Behind The Scene Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our local Trader Joe’s\, where the kids will learn all about the history and what makes Trader Joe’s different from other grocery stores and how it all works. We will take a tour of the facility\, including the back rooms and the freezer\, where kids will experience temperatures below freezing! At the end of the tour\, each child will recieve a goody bag. We have two tours\, as we are limited to 10 kids per tour. Please RSVP for either 1 Pm or 2 PM on the Facebook group under events.
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/trader-joes-behind-the-scene-field-trip/
LOCATION:Trader Joe’s\, 8111 Cooper Creek Blvd\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Teen Night At Fish Hole LWR
DESCRIPTION:Teens come out and enjoy a fun night of putt-putt. Make sure to have $10 for the event and extra for a treat\, such as ice cream or coffee\, after! Parents feel free to stay or drop off\, some of us will be meeting for dinner beforehand if you want to join!
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/teen-night-at-fish-hole-lwr/
LOCATION:The Fish Hole at Lakewood Ranch\, 10725 Rodeo Drive\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34202\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,Middle and High School Co-op,Middle School,Small Groups
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SUMMARY:Myakka Elephant Ranch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Come out for an unforgettable experience learning about our own local Elephant sanctuary! Kids and adults will get to learn all about elephants and what it takes to care for them. They will also get to touch and take pictures with the elephants! Follow this link and put code EDU10 for a discounted ticket. Be sure to pick November 15th at 11:45 am. Make sure to wear your field trip shirts so we can find each other easily on the day of the event. \nhttps://go.theflybook.com/book/867/ListView/0#/base/867/11c17f1e-5264-479b-8395-5e3dedae742b/config/13245/15812/activity
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/myakka-elephant-ranch-field-trip/
LOCATION:Myakka Elephant Ranch\, 4450 Verna Bethany Rd\, Myakka City\, Florida\, 3425
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T203000
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SUMMARY:Middle/High Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:🎄✨ Middle/High Christmas Party! ✨🎄Join us for an evening full of Christmas games\, gift exchange\, yummy food & holiday fun! 🎁🍕🍪 \n📅 Date: 12/14⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nMeeting in the Canopy building \nBring your holiday cheer – you won’t want to miss it! 🎅❄️
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/middle-high-christmas-party/
LOCATION:Bethel Church\, 1805 30th Ave W\,\, FL\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Co-op,High School,Middle and High School Co-op,Middle School
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SUMMARY:Texas Roadhouse Field Trip
DESCRIPTION: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!🤠 FIELD TRIP ALERT: Behind the Scenes at Texas Roadhouse! 🍞🥩\nYee-haw! calling all homeschool families! 📣 Come out and join the fun at Texas Roadhouse for a hands-on field trip. We are getting an exclusive tour of the facility to see exactly what it takes to make it all work!\nThis trip is for ALL ages—there is something for everyone!\n✨ What to expect:\n🏢 Facility Tour: See how a restaurant runs.\n🍞 Bread Making: Learn the secrets of those famous rolls!\n🎨 Fun & Games: Dancing\, crafts\, and games for the younger ones.\n🍽️ Real Experience: Older kids will get activities involving serving and checking out guests.\n🍔 LUNCH IS INCLUDED!\n🗓 Date: Wednesday\, January 28th\n💲 Cost: Adults $11 | Kids $6\n📝 HOW TO REGISTER:\nStep 1: Purchase your tickets strictly through the website here:\n👉 https://learningandfamilies.org/shop/\nStep 2: Please RSVP on the LAF Community Facebook page so we know you are coming!\nDon’t miss out on the fun\, food\, and learning. See you there! 🤠👋
URL:https://learningandfamilies.org/event/texas-roadhouse-field-trip/
LOCATION:Texas Roadhouse\, 5710 Ranch Lake Blvd\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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