Those events needing preregistration are noted, all others require no registration Ongoing Events: Mondays Ringling Museum Free Mondays  10 AM – 5:30 PM The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art was created in 1927 by John Ringling for the people of Florida. Having made a fortune through real estate transactions, railroads, and the well-known circus that he shared with his brothers, John Ringling amassed an art collection of over 600 paintings, sculptures, and various decorative arts including more than 25 tapestries. Visit this beautiful museum and immerse yourself in the beauty of art. Map Any Day- Anna Maria Island Art League, Tues-Fri 9am-2:30 pm, 5312 Holmes Blvd, Holmes Beach ArtCenter Manatee, Mon-Sat, 9am-4:30 pm. Current Exhibition Schedule. Open to the public, FREE ADMISSION. 209 9th St West, Bradenton Fl, 746 2862.  Map Painting in the Park- grab some paper and some water color paints or crayons and go to any park with your children. Day Trips Tampa Bay Arts, Culture and Museums Bradenton and Sarasota Art Resources Local Culture & History Resources Projects to do at home Art Recipes Art Experiences for Toddlers through Grade School Art & Culture Manatee County- Educational Activities for Grade Schoolers Recommended Reading    Infant & Toddler:  Lemons are not Red Pre-K & Kindergarten: Actual Size Grade School:  To Be an Artist Multicultural Booklist for School age children childrensbooks.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://www.adl.org/bibliography/default.asp Fun Links: (for all ages) First Gov For Kids: Art Stuff