Events

Throughout the year, Forty Carrots celebrates its mission and its sponsors with events both extravagant and educational, fun and fulfilling.

 

Community Speaker Event

Every year Forty Carrots gives more than 1,000 parents, caregivers, and educators the opportunity to attend an expert led educational seminar for free. Many attendees are professionals and teachers from Sarasota and surrounding counties who will go on to share the day's lessons with innumerable local families. Thus, with the help of event sponsors, Forty Carrots is able to create waves of positive influence that carry throughout the community and beyond. As a free service to the community, the event is embraced by the media and receives extensive magazine, newspaper and television coverage.

Firefly Gala

Forty Carrots latest event, this luminous evening hosts 350 guests for cocktails, dining, and entertainment.

Wine, Women & Shoes

One of Sarasota's most stylish affairs, Wine, Women & Shoes is a chic, three-part event inviting upscale fashionistas to kick up their heels while sipping fine wines and shopping for high-end shoes. The weekend begins with a VIP Reception featuring tips and sips from the foremost women in the wine industry. Next, a high-fashion luncheon pairs gourmet bites with chic runway styles and eye-catching accessories. Lastly, patrons and sponsors are invited to attend exclusive, intimate dinners hosted throughout Sarasota by Forty Carrots supporters and featured wineries.

Securing Your Child's Future

Two free events presented by Forty Carrots Family Center featuring a panel of seasoned experts who will present information and answer questions on some of parents' most pressing topics to safeguard their children's future