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  • SCF Grad Fair Presented by the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Wednesday, October 7th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. SCF Bradenton Campus, Student Union, Building 14, 5840 26th St. West SCF is excited to host our Grad Fair—a must-attend event for all graduating students! Whether you're set to graduate this semester or looking ahead to future commencement ceremonies, this event has everything you need to prepare for your big day. From verifying your graduation status to shopping for regalia and connecting with valuable post-graduation resources, the Grad Fair is your all-in-one stop for a seamless commencement experience. Why Attend the Grad Fair?  Get all your graduation questions answered in one place  Ensure you’re fully prepared for commencement  Shop for must-have graduation items  Gain valuable insights for post-graduation success  Have fun and celebrate this exciting milestone! Don’t miss this opportunity to make your graduation experience smooth and memorable. See you at the Grad Fair!

    SCF Grad Fair

    Bldg. 14 – Wilson F. Wetzler Student Union at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    SCF Grad Fair

    Presented by the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota

    Wednesday, October 7th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    SCF Bradenton Campus, Student Union, Building 14, 5840 26th St. West

    SCF is excited to host our Grad Fair—a must-attend event for all graduating students! Whether you're set to graduate this semester or looking ahead to future commencement ceremonies, this event has everything you need to prepare for your big day. From verifying your graduation status to shopping for regalia and connecting with valuable post-graduation resources, the Grad Fair is your all-in-one stop for a seamless commencement experience.

    Free
  • Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 Presented by the SCF Hispanic-Latino Heritage Club Café Hispano Wednesday, October 7 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at SCF Lakewood Ranch Tasting of coffees and teas from different Latin American countries and refreshments, along with an opportunity to listen to Oral Histories recorded by some of our SCF staff and students who have a Hispanic heritage. Month-long/ongoing programs: Hispanic Food: The SCF Cafeteria/Food Services will include special recipes of Hispanic food in their menus throughout the month. Books, Videos and More at the SCF Library: All three SCF Libraries will feature book displays with resources by Hispanic creators and/or about the many Hispanic and Latin American cultures represented in our Nation. Trivia and Streaming Video: The screens in the Library Forum and other public screens will showcase films, documentaries, and trivia questions related to Hispanic culture, history, and celebrities.

    Café Hispano at SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Hispanic Heritage Month 2026
    Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Sarasota, FL, United States

    Hispanic Heritage Month 2026
    Presented by the SCF Hispanic-Latino Heritage Club

    Café Hispano
    Wednesday, October 7 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at SCF Lakewood Ranch
    Tasting of coffees and teas from different Latin American countries and refreshments, along with an opportunity to listen to Oral Histories recorded by some of our SCF staff and students who have a Hispanic heritage.

  • Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your College. Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections. Questions? Contact: StudentLife@SCF.edu

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton

    Bldg. 8 – 26 West Center at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton

    Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections.

    Tuesday, Oct. 13
    Noon to 1 p.m.
    Bldg. 8, 26 West Center Launch Pad

  • Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your College. Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections. Questions? Contact: StudentLife@SCF.edu

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Venice

    Bldg. 800 – Professional Development Center / SCF Collegiate School at SCF Venice 8000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL, United States

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Venice

    Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections.

    Wednesday, Oct. 14
    Noon to 1 p.m.
    Bldg. 800, Selby Room

  • Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf Presented by the SCF STEM Learning Community Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 From 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at SCF Bradenton, Natural Science (Bldg. 25A), Room 117 Lakewood Ranch will also be doing a viewing of the workshop in the Center for Innovation and Technology, Room 134 Join virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/274825216484756?p=vlhbrb28Pc0huj4y5O Researcher Dr. Jake LaSala from Mote Marine will be coming to talk to students about his journey into Marine Biology as well as share about his Research with Sea Turtles. The sea turtle conservation and research program (STCRP) at Mote Marine Laboratory has been monitoring the nesting beaches in Sarasota and Manatee counties since 1982. Sea turtle nesting numbers have seen record growth primarily due to conservation efforts and citizen science. STCRP tags sea turtles at night to learn more about individual behavior and how it impacts their populations. Research projects are aided by students annually and we will talk about some of the most recent projects and other STCRP projects.

    Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf

    Bldg. 25A – Natural Science at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf
    Presented by the SCF STEM Learning Community

    Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at SCF Bradenton, Natural Science (Bldg. 25A), Room 117

    Researcher Dr. Jake LaSala from Mote Marine will be coming to talk to students about his journey into Marine Biology as well as share about his Research with Sea Turtles.

  • Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your College. Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections. Questions? Contact: StudentLife@SCF.edu

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Sarasota, FL, United States

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections.

    Tuesday, Oct. 13
    Noon to 1 p.m.
    CIT Building, Room 116/117

  • Haunted Manatee County Author Talk Presented by SCF Libraries and the Paranormal Society of Bradenton Meet local author Liz Reed and find out about her work with the Paranormal Society of Bradenton. Liz will be presenting stories about Manatee County history and hauntings as well as presenting her book Haunted Manatee County. Attend the event and get entered for a drawing to win a signed copy of Haunted Manatee County. The author will be for available for a meet and greet after the talk and will also have signed copies of books for sale. This event will be streaming through Microsoft Teams and can be viewed at the SCF Venice and SCF Lakewood Ranch Libraries. Free event. Author will have books for sale at the event. Date: 10/15/2026 Time: 1-2 p.m. Location: Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House Registration: https://scf.libcal.com/event/17632967

    Haunted Manatee County Author Talk

    Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Haunted Manatee County Author Talk
    Presented by SCF Libraries and the Paranormal Society of Bradenton
    Meet local author Liz Reed and find out about her work with the Paranormal Society of Bradenton.

    Date: 10/15/2026
    Time: 1-2 p.m.
    Location: SCF Bradenton, Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center

  • The Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch hosts administrative and faculty offices, student services, testing center, classrooms, computer labs, 156-seat interactive auditorium, and multipurpose room with caterer’s kitchen.

    Sewing Workshop – SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Sarasota, FL, United States

    Sewing Workshop

    Have you ever wanted to sew? Now's your chance! Join us for a workshop on basic sewing skills and learn how to make scrub caps or other items that interest you. Sewing machines are normally available as part of SCF Bradenton's Library of Things.

    Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
    Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
    Location: SCF Lakewood Ranch

  • All treats. All dance moves. All the Halloween fun! Grab your costume, bring your crew and join us for SCF’s annual Trunk or Treat! Explore decorated vehicles, collect candy and show off your monster moves to live DJ music. Enjoy free games, activities and plenty of Halloween spirit! SCF Venice: Thursday, Oct. 22, 6-8 p.m. 8000 S. Tamiami Trail (Parking Lot) SCF Bradenton: Thursday, Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. 5840 26th St. W. (Parking Lot J) Bring your trick-or-treat bag and make a night of it! Free candy available while supplies last.

    Trunk-or-Treat at SCF Venice

    Trunk-or-Treat at SCF Venice

    Thursday, Oct. 22, from 6-8 p.m.

    Bring your trick-or-treat bag and make a night of it! Free candy available while supplies last.

  • The Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch hosts administrative and faculty offices, student services, testing center, classrooms, computer labs, 156-seat interactive auditorium, and multipurpose room with caterer’s kitchen.

    Halloween Skeleton Spooktacular – SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Sarasota, FL, United States

    Halloween Skeleton Spooktacular

    Venture deep into the Learning Commons and test your knowledge of our collection of organ models, or partake in festivities, movies, and candy! Costumes are welcomed but not mandatory.

    Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Location: SCF Lakewood Ranch

  • Finish the Library Skeleton's "Unfinished Business" A Venice Campus Library Halloween Scavenger Hunt Follow the clues. Solve the mystery of Napoleon Bone-Apart's fate. Get candy. Halloween Scavenger Hunt at SCF Venice Thursday, October 29, 2026 The library skeleton has been restless. He wants others to know his story and has left clues around campus as well as treats for those willing to hear him out. Your first clue is in the library, by the skeleton. More info: https://scf.libcal.com/event/17461406 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Room 320, Bldg. 300 – Dr. Bill Jervey, Jr. Library at SCF Venice

    Halloween Scavenger Hunt at SCF Venice

    Bldg. 300 – Dr. Bill Jervey, Jr. Library at SCF Venice 8000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL, United States

    Halloween Scavenger Hunt at SCF Venice

    The library skeleton has been restless. He wants others to know his story and has left clues around campus as well as treats for those willing to hear him out. Your first clue is in the library, by the skeleton.

    Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
    Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Location: Room 320, Bldg. 300 – Dr. Bill Jervey, Jr. Library at SCF Venice