UPCOMING
EVENTS

​​​​Show n' Shell Storytime

May 20, 2026 (10PM - 11PM) @ Braden River Library

Join the us for a fun storytime where you will learn about different shells, and make your own hermit crab craft! We will be reading "Seashells by the Seashore" by Marianne Berkes. *See Manatee County Library Events for registration details.

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​​​​Florida in the American Revolution for Teens

June 17, 2026 (3PM - 4PM) @ Braden River Library

Join the us to explore Florida’s connection to the American Revolution to celebrate America 250! We will do a short presentation on Florida's roll in the American Revolution, and then you will get hands on experience analyzing artifacts.

 *See Manatee County Library Events for registration details. This program will also be held at South Manatee Branch on July 25th.

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​Music on the Porch

2nd & 4th Saturdays (2PM - 4PM)

FMM has partnered with the Cortez Cultural Center to host this FREE music event on Museum grounds. Bring an instrument to play along or just enjoy the jam session from our picnic tables from 2 pm until 4 pm on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.

*Music on the Porch is being held in the Cortez Cultural Center for the summer. You are welcome to park on our grounds and walk over, our restrooms will be open as well. We will update everyone when it returns to our porch! The address for the Cortez Cultural Center is 11655 Cortez Rd W, Cortez, FL 34215.

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Soar in 4 at the Bishop Museum

First Wednesday of every month (5:30PM - 7PM)

Soar in 4 is a FREE literacy event open to all Manatee County students and their families held at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. FMM hosts a booth that hands out take-home activities to help families facilitate hands-on learning at home. 

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​Christmas in Cortez

Second Saturday of December

Christmas in Cortez is a free, family-friendly holiday festival. Take this opportunity to get in the holiday spirit with free crafts, children's activities, and a visit with Santa.

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Nautical Flea Market

Second Saturday of March 

The Nautical Flea Market is a FREE family-friendly event. Find some deals on new and used fishing gear, marine & diving equipment, and coastal arts and crafts!