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Open to all! Come make a sweet bird’s nest for spring!

All ages welcome – all activities are designed to appeal to a wide variety of ages – older children can complete independently – younger ones may need assistance, very little ones may opt to play while mom or dad crafts, and that is ok too!  We will also be making a simple, non -toxic silly putty to take home as well.

In our classrooms you will find gluten free bread baking in our cozy kindergarten from 10:30-11:30, for ages toddler and up (younger than that age are welcome to explore the room and play) along with warm herbal tea and refreshments throughout the event.

In addition, enjoy a puppet story for younger ones (or young at heart) at 11:30.

Watercolor painting will take place in the 2/3rd grade classroom from 11-12:30

Our faculty will be present, and our classrooms open, each showcasing different aspects of our curriculum, with hands on activities, if you are interested in discovering how your child can benefit from our unique developmental approach: education for the head, heart, and hands.

Our course offerings are from newborn and up, including our drop off homeschool enrichment program.

We hope to see you there!

Open to all! Come make a sweet Valentines Wreath!

All ages welcome – all activities are designed to appeal to a wide variety of ages – older children can complete independently – younger ones may need assistance, very little ones may opt to play while mom or dad crafts, and that is ok too!

In our classrooms you will find gluten free bread baking in our cozy kindergarten from 10:30-11:30, for ages toddler and up (younger than that age are welcome to explore the room and play) along with warm herbal tea and refreshments throughout the event.

In addition, enjoy a puppet story for younger ones (or young at heart) at 11:30.

Watercolor painting will take place in the 2/3rd grade classroom from 11-12:30

Our faculty will be present, and our classrooms open, each showcasing different aspects of our curriculum, with hands on activities, if you are interested in discovering how your child can benefit from our unique developmental approach: education for the head, heart, and hands.

Our course offerings are from newborn and up, including our drop off homeschool enrichment program.

We hope to see you there!

Open to all! Come make a beautiful window transparency!

All ages welcome – all activities are designed to appeal to a wide variety of ages – older children can complete independently – younger ones may need assistance, very little ones may opt to play while mom or dad crafts, and that is ok too!

In our classrooms you will find gluten free bread baking in our cozy kindergarten from 10:30-11:30, for ages toddler and up (younger than that age are welcome to explore the room and play) along with warm herbal tea and refreshments throughout the event.

In addition, enjoy a puppet story for younger ones (or young at heart) at 11:30.

Watercolor painting will take place in the 2/3rd grade classroom from 11-12:30

Our faculty will be present, and our classrooms open, each showcasing different aspects of our curriculum, with hands on activities, if you are interested in discovering how your child can benefit from our unique developmental approach: education for the head, heart, and hands.

Our course offerings are from newborn and up, including our drop off homeschool enrichment program.

We hope to see you there!

Please join us for a marionette puppet play at Selby Library – captivating for all ages!

Enjoy a story of two girls – one who is industrious and the other who is the complete opposite!

Fitting rewards for their deeds are bestowed upon them by an old woman, Mother Holle, who lives in a magical land.

This clever story is told with much humor and will delight your children as their imagination soars during this enchanting tale.

Location:

Selby Public Library Youth Department
1331 First Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 861-5000

Brought to you by Sarasota County and Mangrove School of Sarasota

All programs are free, open to the public, and subject to cancellation or change without notice.

Open to all! Come make some beautifully decorated candles for the holidays or winter season!

All ages welcome – all activities are designed to appeal to a wide variety of ages – older children can complete independently – younger ones may need assistance, very little ones may opt to play while mom or dad crafts, and that is ok too! ?

In addition, enjoy a puppet story for younger ones (or young at heart) at 11:30.

Our faculty will be present, and our classrooms open, each showcasing different aspects of our curriculum, with hands on activities, if you are interested in discovering how your child can benefit from our unique developmental approach: education for the head, heart, and hands.  Refreshments will be served.

Our course offerings are from newborn and up, including our new drop off homeschool enrichment program.

We hope to see you there!

This year we celebrated the Autumnal Equinox – when day and night are perfectly balanced with a festival for our community.

This equilibrium also represents the duality of light and darkness that exists within human beings. This festival honors the courage and strength in each of us, as we face this part of the year, of longer nights – a natural time of turning inward, reflection, and facing our own darkness. This is traditionally pictured as the brave warrior in the act of subduing a dragon, which represents the dark side of human nature.  The children learn that with great valor, dragons can be beaten.

For our festival, we began with a bonfire at sunrise.  Afterwards, the Grades students performed a play for the community that depicts the story of George and his battle with the dragon, then enjoyed a potluck breakfast together.  Finally, the children enjoyed feats of strength and courage in the form of an obstacle course and games.  Thank you to all who attended!

The lantern is the symbol of our own light which we can shine on a dark world, and we celebrate this time of year by holding a “lantern walk.”

The Mangrove School of Sarasota lantern walk will be held on Friday, Nov 18th at 5:30 pm, on Siesta Key Main Beach.

We will meet by the playground and then do our beach walk complete with lanterns made lovingly by our dear children (in class).  The children will sing songs, and  enjoy the stillness of the beach at night. As this is a reverent event, please do not allow your child to run the beach.

Parents are responsible for supervising their children during this event.

Friends are welcome!  Please call 941.927.3711 or email mangrovesarasota@gmail.com to RSVP

Join us for an evening of stress free holiday shopping under the stars!

Shop local artisans with unique, handmade items for all the loved ones on your list this holiday season.

Browse items such as handmade toys, home accessories, jewelry, clothing, books, and more!

Free Childcare available in our Early Childhood classrooms –  your child can make a gift while you shop.

Please reserve a space in the childcare here, in order to guarantee a spot:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-artisan-outdoor-market-tickets-29814905184

Enjoy refreshments and music while you savor the season.

Friday, December 2nd, from 5:00-9:00 pm

For vending opportunities, email mangrovesarasota@gmail.com

Fore event updates, visit:

https://www.facebook.com/events/569043059970012/

What is the Giving Challenge?

The Giving Challenge is a 24 hour online fundraising opportunity for non-profits in our community.  All donations are matched!  2:1 for new donors, and 1:1 for returning donors.

Who is Mangrove School of Sarasota?

Mangrove School of Sarasota is a non-profit educational center providing children and families in the Sarasota area with developmentally appropriate programming that supports real, lifelong learning.

Where will my donation go?

All funds donated to Mangrove School will go directly towards programs for children.

How do I donate?

Starting on Tuesday, September 20th at Noon, go to:

 https://givingpartnerchallenge.org/npo/sarasota-waldorf-inc-dba-mangrove-school-of-sarasota

Click donate now and enter your information to complete your secure donation.

The link above will go LIVE on Tuesday 9/20 at Noon, and will remain available until Wednesday 9/21 at Noon.

Be the One to support education for the whole child!

The 2016 Giving Challenge is presented by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation, as well as support from Manatee Community Foundation, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, William G. and Marie Selby Foundation, and the Herald-Tribune Media Group.  Thank you!!!