5th Annual Fall in Love with Reading - Free storybook drive-thru event
2021-09-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | One Health Center, 1714 SW 17th St, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
Come experience storybook lane with storybook characters handing out free children’s books!
For more information call 352-369-2315 x 201 or email jrathel@elc-marion.org.

Give4Marion
2021-09-21 10:00 - 2021-09-22 10:00 | https://www.give4marion.org/organizations/early-learning-coalition-of-marion-county

Bylaws Committee Meeting
2021-09-30 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Finance Committee
2021-10-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-12-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
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.

Executive Committee
2021-10-14 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-11-18 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-12-09 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-01-13 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-02-10 08:30 - 09:30 | FL, United States

Help Me Grow...on the Go!
2021-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 | College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
This free drive-thru developmental screening event, in front of the Ewers Century Center, is for children birth through eight years old. Every child will receive a free book, and families who complete a developmental screening will also receive a ball and set of blocks. Participants should plan to remain in their vehicle and wear a mask during the event. For more information, call 352-369-2315.

Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting
2021-11-12 09:00 - 10:00 | FL, United States

Ad-Hoc/CEO Search Committee Meeting
2021-12-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2021-12-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-01-06 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-01-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-01-31 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-02-03 08:00 - 09:00 | FL, United States

Finance Committee - CANCELLED
2022-01-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

Born Learning Trail Ribbon Cutting - Ocala Ritz Veterans Village
2022-01-13 11:00 | Ocala Ritz Veterans Village, 1126 NE Second St., Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
A Born Learning Trail is an interactive early learning trail designed for children to use with the help of an adult. Each rail consists of 10 signs that contain activities designed to promote parent-child interaction with early learning skills such as letter naming, rhyming, using words and identifying numbers, shapes, and colors as well as using imagination, creating and telling stories. The First trail opened in 2012 and many more have been added to this community since that time. Each trail is laid out uniquely and hand painted.
This newest trail will join many others to include:
• Belleview Sports Complex (2012)
• ELCMC Office {2014)
• Marion County Public Library Headquarters {2012)
• Coehadjoe Park (2013)
• Childhood Development Services
• Marion County Public Library- Reddick (2017)
• Marion County Public Library- Belleview
• Marion County Public Library- Forest
• Marion County Public Library- Dunnellon (2018)
• Jim Kirk Park (2018)
• Liberty Community Park (2019)
• Brick City Adventure Park (2020)
We invite you to join us on January 13 where the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, in partnership with Volunteers of America Florida, will be cutting the ribbon to officially open this trail to the community!
ABOUT SUCCESS BY 6: Success By 6 began in Marion County in 2000 and in 2005 the Early Learning Coalition and United Way of Marion County created a unique partnership with the Success By 6 initiative with a primary mission of ensuring all children in Marion County are ready to succeed by the time they enter school.

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 1
2022-01-27 18:00 - 19:30 | FL
Join us at the Parents as Teachers Virtual Workshops, happening THURSDAYS, Jan. 27 – March 3, 2022 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy FREE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, fun activities that promote early learning for your children AND be eligible to receive GIFTS CARDS AND EDUCATIONAL TOYS!
All families who attend ALL SIX virtual workshops will receive a $250 Gift Card!
For more information, contact Success by 6 Coordinator Chrissy Vickers at (352) 369-2315, Ext. 213 or cvickers@elc-marion.org.

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 2
2022-02-03 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

SPECIAL Board Meeting
2022-02-08 08:30 - 09:30 | FL, United States

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 3
2022-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 4
2022-02-17 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Board Meeting
2022-02-24 08:30 - 09:30 | FL, United States

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 5
2022-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Contemporary Professional Development: CPR/First Aid - February Class
2022-02-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Please Take note: Due to COVID concerns the Early Learning coalition has rescheduled the February 12th face to face training for CPR and First Aid to February 26th, 2022.
Anyone who previously registered to participate in this class should have received notification about your registration having been transferred to the February 26 date . The time is still the same 9:00 am -1:00 pm on a Saturday.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.
Should you have any questions or concerns Please address them Quality@elc-marion.org Attention : Professional Development and a member of our team will assist you.
ABOUT THE CLASS: 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.

A Professional Development: Director Training, "Captain of Your Own Ship" - Ron Shuali
2022-03-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Directors laugh and learn through a keynote designed to provide real solutions to challenges like teacher retention, bullying, behavior management, challenging parents, low energy staff meetings and closing tours. AND they learn the secret on how to keep the most qualified teachers in the harsh world of preschool turnover while dramatically increasing your student referral rate. All while laughing through the experience.
Visit https://www.ronspeak.com/early-childhood-keynote-speakers.php

2022 Good Beginnings for Children Breakfast
2022-03-02 07:30 - 09:30 | Harvey R. Klein Conference Center at College of Central Florida Campus, 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
If you love green eggs & ham, you’ll love COLORS OF THE ELC, our Crayola & Seuss-inspired breakfast, benefitting families served by the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County!
