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08January

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

Free weekly playgroup for children birth to age 5 and their caregiver/parent. Includes snacks! Sing songs, tell stories, create art ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Adams Bay Apartments Community Room: 621 NW 2 St, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free (pre-regsiter suggested)
  • Website: www.elc-marion.org
  • Category: Free

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Reddick Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.For birth-23 months.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Fort McCoy Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

Family Story Time at Sankofa Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children of all ages and caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library:1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Preschool Adventures at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. For ages 3-5.

Toddling Twos Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Freedom Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children with caregivers.

WIC Breastfeeding Class

The Marion County WIC Program offers a free breastfeeding class for new or expecting moms. The class will go over ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: WIC Main Office: 1801 SE 32nd Ave. Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO) is offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission is ...

  • 4:45 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Deliverance Refuge Center: 920 SW 3rd Street, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Free

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

Casual, Fun and FREE! All formats are welcome! Come in, play a few games of Commander!

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2750 E. Silver Springs Blvd. #201-202 , Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sunset Songs Series Downtown Square- Bryce Mauldin

Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the new Sunset Songs Series! This free concert series on the downtown square ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Square: 1 SE Broadway St. Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
09January

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Forest Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For birth-23 months.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Bouncing Babies Story time at Sankofa Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. Birth-23 months.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Sankofa Public Library, 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Four Square Club at Brick City Adventure Park (Ages 5 and up)

Get ready to bounce into action with our 4-Square Club! This classic playground game is back and better than ever. ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventure Park: 1211 SE 22nd Road Ocala, Florida 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Books Books Books at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Make new friends and talk about books! Adventures in Bookland: Ages 6-8. Bookaneers: Ages 9-12.

Glow Pop Up Xtreme Hip Hop Class

Step up your workout with a GLOW aerobics class taught by the area's only Certified Xtreme Hip Hop Instructor. This ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Star Wars League at Vibranium Comics

Every Thursday is casual play for Star Wars Unlimited! Come play a game, get a weekly promo pack for free, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2801 S.W. 20th Street, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Forest Jam at Forest Community Center

All ages. Musicians of all levels are welcome to join in for an evening of music. Bring your instrument or ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free
10January

Mom Support Group at Loving Arms Birth and Wellness Center

Support group for moms of young children. Get together each week with other moms to have some adult time and ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1008 NE 2nd Street, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under)

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Family Story Time at Forest Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Forest Public Library, 905 S. Highway 314A, Ocklawaha
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Crafternoons at Belleview Public Library

Create something wonderful. Jan. 10th Suncatchers Feb. 7th Papercraft Valentines

Camp Read S’more at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

“Camp-in” after hours with a good book and snacks. The s’more, the s’merrier! For ages 5-12 with caregivers. "Camp-in" after hours with a ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Programs in the Parks: Owls and Bats

All ages welcome to come out and learn about owls and bats. Bring your own blanket or chair.

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Heritage Nature Conservancy, 2005 NE Third Street, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
11January

Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market

The Ocala Downtown Market is a vibrant and bustling marketplace located in the heart of Ocala, Florida. The market is ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 403 SE Osceola Ave Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Free Character Creation Workshop at Marion Cultural Alliance

Create Your Fantasy Character at our FREE Workshop Join the Artify Ocala Expert Storytellers for an engaging workshop where you'll learn ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Cultural Alliance, 23 SW Broadway St, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lake Sumter Landing Arts and Crafts Festival

The Villages® community is our most popular venue by far, with a large buying crowd, plenty of exposure and the ...

Amara's Adventure's Book Signing Party

Come meet the author, receive a free signed book for each family and enjoy games, crafts and refreshments!

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place-1821 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Art Club at Forest Community Center

This free program is open to all artists! Bring your tools and join a group of individuals with a passion ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center, 777 S Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

PAW Chili Challenge

PAW Chili Challenge is back along iwth the Hub Cat Car Show, and we want YOU to participate in the ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: McPherson's Complex, 801 SE 25th Avenue in Ocala
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free
12January

Lake Sumter Landing Arts and Crafts Festival

The Villages® community is our most popular venue by far, with a large buying crowd, plenty of exposure and the ...

Programs in the Parks: Wilderness Safety and Smores

Learn the basics of wilderness safety while enjoying s’mores around the campfire. All ages.

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
13January

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under)

Young children will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of sports and games that are suited for their ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place: 1821 NW 21st Ave. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Rec It Studio Club (13-17) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

The Rec It Studio Teen Club is a program designed for teen development, offering engaging activities that help participants earn ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1821 NW 21 Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
  • Cost: Free - Registration is required, and participants must cover any extra costs.
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class

Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO) is offering free music lessons on steelpans and percussion for kids (ages 7-18). Our mission is ...

  • 4:45 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Deliverance Refuge Center: 920 SW 3rd Street, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Free

Belleview Fit Camp

Be fit, be strong, kid-friendly, bring water and a mat!

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 5615 SE 110th Place, Belleview Fl. 34420 (behind the community center)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gaga Ball Club at Forest Community Center

Come learn the face paced game of Gaga ball. This popular game is both fun and aerobic while helping develop ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Forest Community Center, 777 S Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free
14January

Rainbow Lakes Estates Tater Tot Tuesday

Join Us for Tater Tot Tuesdays! Open play for your child(ren) up to 4 years of age. Meet other parents ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center: 4030 SW Deepwater CT. Dunnellon, FL 34431
  • Cost: Free and open to the public
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Fort McCoy Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers.

Bouncing Babies at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. Infants-23 months.

Family Story Time at Reddick Public Library

Stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers.

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, Florida 32686
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: library.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Toddler Twos at Belleview Public Library

A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. For infants-age 2.

Open Fitness Zone at E.D. Croskey Recreation Center

The Fitness Zone is FREE and open to the public year-round, Mondays - Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. This fitness center is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Florida 34475
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.org
  • Category: Free

Master the Arts at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

For ages 5-12 with caregivers. Create your own masterpiece inspired by renowned artists and celebrated styles.

Chess at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Discover the fundamentals of chess, from understanding the board and its squares to learning the value and moves of each ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
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