ELCMC DIAPER ASSISTANCE - Every Thursday*
2024-11-21 07:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-05 07:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-12 07:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-19 07:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
The ELCMC provides diaper assistance every Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our office.
*Dates are subject to change in observance of holidays or other closures. Check our calendar for those changes.
Please see the criteria below or visit www.elc-marion.org/parents/success-by-6 for more information.
CRITERIA:
1. Reside in Marion County:
• provide valid FL driver’s license/id, current lease or utility bill from within the past 60 days
2. Have child between the ages of birth to five years old:
• Provide Medicaid card or birth certificate
3. Provide Evidence of financial need:
• Housing instability (PROVIDE referral from certified homeless shelter)
• Foster Placement (PROVIDE Medicaid card or placement letter)
• Receiving school readiness (provide ELC staff verification)
• receiving snap (PROVIDE snap letter)
• Medicaid recipient (PROVIDE Medicaid card)

COME SEE US! Light Up Ocala 2024
2024-11-23 15:00 - 20:00 | FL
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Downtown Ocala | 3 – 8 PM

About Light Up Ocala

Light Up Ocala is a longstanding community tradition to kick off the holidays that attracts thousands to downtown Ocala. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the holiday merry making event!
Light Up Ocala will have over 100 vendors including crafts, art and plenty of food options to choose from! Live entertainment will fill the air with festive sounds and an interactive kids zone will keep the whole family entertained. You won’t want to miss the Junior Sunshine holiday parade with a special appearance by Santa. All of which culminates in the most exciting part of the event: lighting up downtown Ocala!

OFFICE CLOSURE - THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
2024-11-28, 2024-11-29 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN
2024-12-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Adams Bay Apartments, 621 NW 2nd Street, Ocala, FL, 34475, United States

COME SEE US! Marion County Children's Alliance Annual Resource Fair
2024-12-04 11:00 - 13:00 | FL
Join us at the Annual Resource Fair!
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Marion County Sheriff’s Office Multi-Purpose Room
This event is OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY and provides a fantastic opportunity to discover resources and network with over 40 community partners! 💼👥
Plus, enjoy a **FREE lunch** while supplies last! 🍽️
Hosted by the Marion County Children’s Alliance, this Resource Fair will feature Marion County organizations that support children and families. It’s an excellent opportunity for Family Engagement Liaisons, MCPS Social Workers, and other Marion County employees who work with families and children to gather information and connect with providers.
Want to be a Resource Vendor? Sign up here: https://mcchildrensalliance.networkforgood.com/…/186999…
Have questions?
Email MCCA@mcchildrensalliance.org

Governance Committee
2024-12-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext. 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

Board Meeting
2024-12-12 08:30 - 09:30 | FL
ATTENTION: At this time no meetings will be conducted in person until further notice. If you would like to attend please reach out to Beatriz Montalvo at hr@elc-marion.org for info.
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

COME SEE US! Reindeer Romp 2024
2024-12-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Reddick Public Library, 15150 NW Gainesville Rd, Reddick, FL, 32686, United States
Reindeer Romp
The Coalition will have a booth at the 2024 Reindeer Romp. Join us for festive, frosty, fun on Saturday, Dec. 21 from noon until 2 p.m. at the Reddick Public Library.

There will be games, music, and giveaways. For more information, see Marion County Public Library System Programs and Event Calendar.

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
2024-12-23 | FL
Per Governor DeSantis, state offices will be closed on Monday, December 23rd.

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS EVE
2024-12-24 | FL
We will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, in observance of Christmas Eve.

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
2024-12-25 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.

ELCMC DIAPER ASSISTANCE - Every Thursday*
2024-12-30 07:00 - 18:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
The ELCMC provides diaper assistance every Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our office.
*Dates are subject to change in observance of holidays or other closures. This week’s distribution will take place on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 instead of Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
Please see the criteria below or visit www.elc-marion.org/parents/success-by-6 for more information.
CRITERIA:
1. Reside in Marion County:
• provide valid FL driver’s license/id, current lease or utility bill from within the past 60 days
2. Have child between the ages of birth to five years old:
• Provide Medicaid card or birth certificate
3. Provide Evidence of financial need:
• Housing instability (PROVIDE referral from certified homeless shelter)
• Foster Placement (PROVIDE Medicaid card or placement letter)
• Receiving school readiness (provide ELC staff verification)
• receiving snap (PROVIDE snap letter)
• Medicaid recipient (PROVIDE Medicaid card)

OFFICE CLOSURE - NEW YEARS EVE
2024-12-31 | FL
Per Governor DeSantis, state offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 31.

OFFICE CLOSURE - NEW YEAR'S DAY
2025-01-01 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

Executive Committee - CANCELLED
2025-01-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

CPR/First Aid
2025-01-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
In-Person
American Heart Savers CPR & First Aid
AED is a course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. This course provides a two-year certificate approved for use in childcare facilities.
Core Knowledge Area (CKA) 1: Health, Safety & Nutrition
4 hours, No CEUs

Notice of Special Executive Committee Meeting
2025-01-15 17:15 - 18:15 | FL
Notice of Special Executive Committee Meeting via Teams Meeting
Contact hr@elc-marion.org for more information

COME SEE US! MLK Youth Day
2025-01-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL, 34475, United States
The ELCMC team will be participating in Ocala’s MLK Youth Day. Stop by our booth and check out our many free resources!

OFFICE CLOSURE - MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
2025-01-20 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Special Executive Committee Meeting
2025-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 2300 SW 17th Rd Ocala Fl 34471, 2300 SW 17th Rd, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States

MONTHLY PROVIDER MEETING - VIRTUAL
2025-01-22 13:00 - 14:00 | FL
The agenda and meeting link will be emailed to our providers prior to all monthly meetings.
Questions? Need to update your provider email Interested in becoming a provider? Please contact Quality@elc-marion.org or call 352-369-2315 Ext. 101 for the Quality Department.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT: Nurturing Self-Regulation & Critical Thinking
2025-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
By reviewing how to present and use books, scripted stories, and ideas for hands-on activities, families will provide children with opportunities to learn and practice milestone skills. This training session will present the Family Engagement Book and Tucker Turtle at Home, elements that will help families engage children in hands-on self regulation, literacy, math, and science activities. Tucker the Turtle is a wonderful resource designed to help children and families navigate and manage their emotions, particularly when dealing with intense feelings, like anger. The Family Engagement book will present activities that use common house materials, including instructions, open, ended questions and vocabulary words to promote school readiness skills related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM approach). The training session presents resources that provide interactive tools and activities that make it easier for families to guide children through emotional regulation, higher-order thinking skills and advanced language with simple and engaging activities.
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON SESSION
