The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County hosts and participates in many community events throughout the year. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with staff, tour our mobile classrooms, and receive FREE books! Up-coming events are listed below or click here to view our full calendar of events.
ELC in the Community
June 21, 2025 - Saturday Sundown Conecert Series
Sutton Park (1036 6th St W, Plametto) 6:00pm-9:00pm
FREE, family-friendly event featuring a variety of live music, food trucks, and local artisans.
July 9, 2025 - BLOCK Fest at the Library
Lakewood Ranch Library (16410 Ranglenad Pkwy, Lakewood Ranch) 2:00pm-3:00pm
Join us at Lakewood Ranch Library for BLOCK Fest, featuring interactive block play experiences designed to teach early math and science skills to young children ages 8 months to 8-years-old.
July 9, 2025 - Soar in 4 Family Night
Bishop Museum of Science (201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL) 5:30pm-7:00pm
Join Soar in 4 Manatee for a FREE Family Night at the Bishop Museum. Enjoy free admission for your whole family, tour the museum, and receive literacy materials and books to support your child's classroom learning at home! For more information, visit https://soarin4.org/soar-in-4-events.
August 2, 2025 - Marauders Back to School Night
LECOM Park (161 9th St W, Bradenton, FL) 4:30pm-10:30pm
Enjoy a Marauders baseball game at LECOM Park before heading back to school, with after game fireworks! The first 500 kids ages 12 and younger take home a backpack.
To purchase tickets visit https://www.milb.com/bradenton.
August 6, 2025 - Soar in 4 Family Night
Bishop Museum of Science (201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL) 5:30pm-7:00pm
Join Soar in 4 Manatee for a FREE Family Night at the Bishop Museum. Enjoy free admission for your whole family, tour the museum, and receive literacy materials and books to support your child's classroom learning at home! For more information, visit https://soarin4.org/soar-in-4-events.
