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08March

Makers Market at Heart of the Park

What to expect: * Local Art & Makers * Delicious Food Trucks * Community Vibes

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Heart of the Park at Tuscawilla, 516 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
09March

Tyke Time (Ages 4 and Under) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

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, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

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

Giant Volleyball Night at Marion Oaks Fitness Center

Volleyball with at twist! Join us on the volleyball court for some life-sized fun! All ages!

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rec It Studio Teen 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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 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 (Ages 7+)

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

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church (Room 104): 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Classes
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Free
10March

Greater Dunnellon Historical Society Train Depot Museum

Every Tuesday the museum is open from 9 am to noon. Come learn about the early days of Dunnellon. Admission ...

Bouncing Babies Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

A variety of stories, songs and activities for children and caregivers. For ages birth-2.

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

Bouncing Babies at Belleview Public Library

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

Next Level Gamers (ages 6-13) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join our Esports program and level up more than just your game! Players (ages 6-13) will connect with teammates and ...

  • 2:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventures Park: 1211 SE 22nd Rd., Ocala
  • 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, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

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

Games on a Table at Belleview Public Library

Play classic and contemporary tabletop games and chess!

SNAP-Social Circle (6 and up) with Marion County Parks and Recs

Social Circle is a drop-in program designed for kids with special needs who benefit from adaptive, supportive activities. Children can ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL, 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Afterschool Youth Club at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Jan. 6 - March 31 | Tuesdays| 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.| Ages 5 - 12 Let kids get creative and have ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Family Fun Night at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

Come enjoy outdoor fun! Children ages 5-10 yrs with adult caregivers (must be present at all times). Bring your water ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Marion Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center: 280 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Youth Line Dancing with KDC and the Sunshine Sliders at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

Starting Jan. 6 | Tuesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Ages 5 - 17 | Free Program Get ready to ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 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
11March

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Playgroup (Birth to 5 years)

The weekly playgroup is free for children from birth to age 5 and their parent or caregiver. Trained facilitators lead ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: See description for locations
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mornings with Mommy at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church

Mornings with Mommy is an educational playgroup for caregivers and children infant to toddler along with age appropriate activities. Mornings ...

Toddler Time (ages 0-4) at Forest Community Center

Join us for this free, fun-filled play group for families with children ages 0-4. This program is designed to encourage ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 777 S Hwy 314 A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.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

WIC Clases de Lactancia

El Programa WIC del Condado de Marion ofrece clases de lactancia gratis para madres nuevas embarazadas. La clase repasará las ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Oficina principal de WIC: 1801 SE 32nd Ave. Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: marion.floridahealth.gov
  • Category: Free

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, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

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

Midweek Magic at Goblin King Games

Every Wednesday we host Commander ~ Magic's most popular format! Casual, Fun, and best of all Free!

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

Pajama Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Story time and pajamas, fun for all ages.

12March

Tyke Hikes (Ages 5 and under)

Tykes will go on mini adventures around the city while exploring nature and learning about our beautiful city parks. Come ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: See description for weekly location
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Very Special Painting at Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center

Join us at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center for another installment of our "Very Special Painting Series" with Christopher ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Eighth Avenue Adult Center: 830 NE Eighth Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Oaks Tiny Tots at Marion Oaks Recreation Center

This program is for children 4 and under is a perfect opportunity for parents to connect, share tips, and watch ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, Florida
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Tater Tot Thursday at Rainbow Lakes Estates

Fun, Enrichment, And Stimulation for toddlers at RLE Community Center.

  • 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

Tot Time at Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Join us for a time only for parents and children (4 years & under) to socialize together. TOT TIME will ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center: 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL 34472
  • Cost: FREE Program
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Preschool Adventures Story Time at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

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

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: Headquarters-Ocala: 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470
  • 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.

Next Level Gamers (ages 6-13) at Brick City Adventure Park

Join our Esports program and level up more than just your game! Players (ages 6-13) will connect with teammates and ...

  • 2:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Brick City Adventures Park: 1211 SE 22nd Rd., Ocala
  • 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, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

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

Ocala Super Sibling Class at Advent Health

Join us for our Super Sibling Class, where the future big brothers or big sisters will learn all about what ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Advent Health Ocala- Dining Room Conference Room, 1500 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.adventhealth.com
  • Category: Free

UF CARD Strategies That Work Series

Join us for a series of “duo trainings” on important topics. Each month, we will highlight a specific area of ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Zoom
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: card.ufl.edu
  • Category: Free

Adventures in Bookland at Ocala Public Library Headquarters

Youth Book Club. For ages 5-12 with caregivers.

YALLA Teen Club:ConFAB at Headquarters-Ocala Library

Young Adults Lead Library Awareness! Be a part of a talented teen team and make the library a better experience ...

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: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park: 777 S CR 314A Ocklawaha, Florida 32179
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

SNAP-Trail Trotters with Marion County Parks and Recs

SNAP (Special Needs & Adaptive Programming) Join us for Trail Trotters! An outdoor program for youth & adults of all abilities ...

  • 6:00 pm -  6:45 pm 
  • Location: Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave Ocala, FL, 34472
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parks.marionfl.org
  • Category: Free

Ocala Steel Orchestra Class (Ages 7+)

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

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church (Room 104): 3453 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Classes
  • Website: ocalasteelorchestra.org
  • Category: Free

Situational Awareness Training (Females 14 and older)

This class will teach you self-protection, situational awareness, as well as how to stage your car, home, and yourself to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Williston City Hall Community Room, 50 NW Main Street, Williston, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
13March

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) at Mary Sue Rich Community Center

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, 3-8pm except for when there is ...

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

Family Fun Night Out with Ocala Recreation and Parks

Join us for a Family Fun Night Out at Tuscawilla Park! Enjoy exciting games, great music and a night full ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Tuscawilla Park, 800 Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
  • Cost: Free Program
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
14March

Splash Pads Open

Splash pads are open from sunrise to sunset. Splash pads are free and open to the public. - LILY'S SPLASH PAD ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: See description for locations
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Brownwood Paddock Square Hometown Market

The Hometown Market brings a vibrant, large-scale outdoor shopping experience to Brownwood Paddock Square each Saturday, filled with fresh local ...

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

Celebrate Pi Day at Discovery Center

How many numbers of pi can you recite? Join us for a day of pi-filled activities including a special scavenger ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, Florida, FL 34470
  • Cost: Adults: $8 | Children (3-17): $8 | 2 and under: Free
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free

Pioneer Village Tour at Silver River Museum

Public tours of the pioneer “cracker” village are offered October through April, on the second and fourth Saturday mornings. Tours ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1445 NE 58th Ave., Ocala, FL, United States, Florida
  • Cost: Free with park admission
  • Website: silverrivermuseum.com
  • Category: Free

Spring Eats and Artisan Expo

​Join us for a day of fun, food, and amazing crafts!

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2800 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft

Join us on the Second Saturday of every month, free craft activity and more!

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Paddock Mall, Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.com
  • Category: Free

Saturday Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Join us every Saturday morning at the Storytime Stage for a reading of a favorite Children's book. Recommended for ages 2-6

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Barnes and Noble Ocala: 4414 SW College Road Ste 500 Ocala, FL 34474
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: stores.barnesandnoble.com
  • Category: Free

Fun in the Parks with Ocala Parks and Recreation

Join us for Fun in the Parks! Each month, we're bringing hands-on science, wild critter encounters, creative crafts and exciting recreation ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: Carver Park | 1251 SW Seventh St., Ocala, FL
  • Cost: Free- No Registration Required
  • Website: www.ocalafl.gov
  • Category: Free
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