Events
Early Childhood Forum
Second annual event, highlighting the importance of early childhood education in Marion County. Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Avenue, Ocala
Free luncheon with keynote speaker Derek Clark. All are welcome. Click Here to reserve your free ticket.
Provider Appreciation Event
Provider Appreciation Day recognizes and celebrates the work of child care providers and early childhood educators. The national day of recognition is celebrated annually on the Friday before Mother’s Day. The Coalition hosts a Provider Appreciation event each year to honor Marion County’s child care providers.
Give4Marion
An annual online giving event to benefit Marion County nonprofits. Coming September 16-17, 2025.
Books, Balls & Blocks
Help Me Grow developmental screening events held at least twice each year.
Truckin’ It To Preschool
Saturday, February 1, 2025
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (a quiet hour for children with sensory sensitivities will begin at 10 a.m.)
Silver Springs Shores Community Center
Learn about the many preschool options available in Marion County, receive assistance applying for VPK, and interact with your favorite trucks and emergency vehicles. Click here for more details.
