Family events in Santa Rosa County, FL

Preschool storytime is designed for children ages 3 to 5 and features stories, finger plays, and action rhymes. Caregivers are required to stay in the library but cannot accompany children into the program. Sessions begin promptly, and latecomers cannot be admitted. First-time visitors can stop by the library beforehand to meet the presenter, pick up a welcome packet, explore the children’s area, and take a library tour. Speak with a staff member for more information.

A playful, slime-filled art party invites friendly, silly monster fans to dive into glowing creativity. Children will craft and personalize their own glow in the dark monster slime, kneading, twisting, and swirling it into spooky fun, then take their creations home. Enjoy two hours of hands-on activities with all materials provided. This event is for ages 4 and up, and the price is $30. The previous session sold out, and registration is open now.

Trunk or Treat at Absolute Zenergy Massage & Bodywork offers a family-friendly Halloween gathering where kids can wear costumes, collect candy, and enjoy a safe community atmosphere. Neighbors, families, and local businesses decorate their vehicles and hand out treats, and adults have a chance to connect with area businesses. The event is free and welcomes all ages. Vendors, businesses, neighbors, and families who want to participate as trunk hosts may register to hand out treats.

Wear a costume and drop by the Milton Library for fun fall activities.

Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween on the farm with a costume contest, inflatable costume barrel races, hay bale barnyard games, and activities for the whole family. Visitors can spend time with the BarnYard animals, some dressed in Halloween costumes, then gather for a screening of Hotel Transylvania on the barn doors. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome for the movie, and food and treats are available from The Frosty Moo food truck. Costumes are encouraged to be fun and not too scary, with extra style points for Western or barnyard attire. Admission proceeds support the BarnYard and the care of its animals.

The Loft offers homeschool families a flexible, welcoming space where students can receive support, build connections, and enjoy learning. Options include full-time and part-time memberships, daily drop-ins, and additional academic, enrichment, testing, consulting, and homeschool support services. Families can request a list of available services or arrange a meet-and-greet and private tour. An open house is also planned, with details to be announced.

Toddler Time is a 20-minute program for children ages 18 to 36 months and their caregivers. Each child attends with one adult for songs, stories, rhymes, and other activities, along with ideas to reinforce the day’s theme at home. Each child needs a separate caregiver. Registration is required, space is limited, and the program is not drop-in. Registration forms are available at the library.