Truckin' It To Preschool
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11 a.m – 2 p.m. (a quiet hour for children with sensory sensitivities will begin at 10 a.m.) at Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Ln, Ocala, FL 34473
Vendor opportunities are available for trucks and other large vehicles, preschool providers, nonprofit agencies, and other organizations. Apply Here.
Families will 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.
Books, Balls & Blocks
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Held at the Truckin’ It To Preschool event
Help Me Grow Books, Balls & Blocks supports early childhood development through fun, engaging, and educational play-based activities. While children play, parents/guardians can complete an Ages and Stages Questionnaire.
Disability Resource Round-Up
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Held at Early Learning Coalition of Marion County – 2300 SW 17th Rd, Ocala, 34471
A resource event for families living with disabilities from infancy through adulthood.
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 15-16, 2026