Island Real Estate

Sarasota – St. Armands Military Appreciation Day

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Sarasota’s St. Armands Circle will be honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. On Memorial Day St. Armands Circle will be holding its Military Appreciation Day where participating businesses offer discounts and special offers to everyone who has served in the military with proof of service.

The participating businesses of St. Armand’s circle include: Lynches Pub & Grub, Island Pursuit Men’s store, Island Pursuit Women’s store, Dream Weaver, Destination Florida, Big Olaf, FantaSea Seashells, Terra Nova, Ivory Coast, Binjara Traders, Sahara, Ben & Jerry’s, Bennington’s Tobacconist, Edward Jones Investments, Dana Tyler, Tasti-D-Lite, Taffy’s, Baron D’Orr, The Flip Flop Shop, Uniquity, Oh My Gauze, The Spice & Tea Exchange, Casa Smeralda, The Giving Tree, Le Colonne Restaurant, Jude Connally, St. Armands Antiques & Gifts, Chase Bank, Jewelry By Cole, Sun Glas Hut, Cha Cha Coconuts, Natural Discoveries, Tommy Bahama Retail Store, Blue Dolphin Restaurant, Cafe L’Europe Restaurant, The Daiquiri Deck, Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Breezin’ Up, Touch of Africa, The Stadium Gallery and the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

 

St Armand’s Circle Association
300 Madison Dr #201,
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 388-1554

Sarasota – The Ringling Art Museum Celebrates International Museum Day!

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The Ringling Art Museum in Sarasota will be observing International Museum Day on May 18th. Enjoy free admission to the museum art and view the special exhibit, Herb Ritts: L.A. Style which closes on Sunday, May 19th.

While at the Ringling Museum make sure to take a stroll through the Bayfront Gardens. The gardens are open to the public from 9:30am – 6:00pm and does not have an admission price.

 

The Ringling Art Museum
5401 Bayshore Rd
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941)359-5700

Palmetto – 5th Annual River Regatta Race

River-RegattaThe Regatta Pointe Marina hosts the 5th annual River Regatta race held Saturday, June 29th. All races are held on the Manatee River. The competitors schedule is as follows: Friday, June 28 6:00pm to 7:00pm Check-in/On-site Registration; 7:30pm Skippers Meeting (All race meetings will include complimentary food and beer!) Saturday, June 29 10:30am Warning Signal for race; 5:00pm Awards Ceremony & Party (Race day will also include complimentary beer & entertainment!)

The race will be governed by the current Racing Rules of Sailing and the West Florida PHRF Class Rules. Participants without a PHRF certificate will be assigned a rating at the discretion of the Regatta Chair. Its open to all Sailboats. Classes you can expect to see include: Spinnaker, Non-Spinnaker, True Cruiser, Pocket Cruiser, Racer Cruiser, and Multihull.

If you would like to compete eligible boats may enter by completing the entry form which can be found at the Riverhouse Reef & Grill website and only costs $45 to register. All registrations received after Monday, June 17, 2013 will be charged a $10 late registration fee. Each entry will receive one Saturday night dinner ticket, one regatta shirt and one regatta hat. Shirts and hats for late applicants are subject to availability.

Regatta Pointe Marina
1005 Riverside Dr
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941)729-6021

Bradenton – 3rd Annual Manatee Miles Walk-A-Thon

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The Robinson Preserve in Bradenton is hosting Manatee county’s 3rd Annual Manatee Miles Walk-A-Thon on Saturday May 11th. Manatee Miles is a walk-a-thon fundraiser to help benefit United Way of Manatee County. Registration for Manatee Miles is between 7:ooam and 7:50am with the walk starting at 8:00am.

Prior to the walk you can enjoy a free neck and shoulder massage courtesy of Dina Stewart, LMT, or a selection of muffins and fruit courtesy of First Watch Restaurant.

A Chinese Raffle will be held for a donation of $1.00 per ticket or 6 tickets for $5.00. You can enter for a chance to win brunch bucks from First Watch Restaurant, Bradenton Marauders goodies including game tickets, a grand prize 2 night stay at on of Anna Maria Island’s vacation rentals, and more!

For more information and pre-registration visit: http://www.manateemiles.com.

Robinson Preserve
99th Street Northwest and 17th Avenue Northwest
Bradenton, FL 34209

6th Annual Anna Maria Island Wedding Festival

6th Annual Anna Maria Island Wedding festivalBring your family and friends to the  6th Annual Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Wedding Festival.  The festival takes place Sunday May 5th 2013 from 11am – 5pm with a Grand Finale Celebration at Tortuga Inn in Bradenton Beach starting at 6pm.

This island wide event is a fantastic place to meet over 50 wedding professionals that can help you plan your perfect beach wedding!

For more information call: 941-778-1541

 

 

Holmes Beach – Great American Music Event Benefit for Georgia Gibbons

GAME_posterHolmes Beach City Hall Field will be the location for The Great American Music Event, also known as G.A.M.E., will be held on May 3rd-5th. The event will be free admission and feature a wide range of live music and a large variety of delicious food. Unique arts and crafts will be present as well as a kid’s area providing a safe and fun place for children.

G.A.M.E’s proceed will be going to St. Pete Preservation, the charity sponsor for Anna Maria accident victim Georgia Rose Gibbons.

The music schedule is as follows:

May 3rd:

5:00pm – Tanya & Company

8:00pm – Scott’s Garage

May 4th:

2:30pm – Bodie Valdez & The WhoDoos

4:00pm – KoKo Ray & Company

6:00pm – Porch Dogs

7:30pm – Critter Ridge

8:45pm – Porch Dogs

May 5th:

11:30am – The Three Howies

1:00pm – Boss Hawg

3:00pm – TC & the Trouble Makers

5:00pm – Shotgun Justice

 

Holmes Beach City Hall Field

5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

(941)708-5800

Anna Maria Island Community Center – Adult Ballet Class!

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The Anna Maria Island Community Center will be offering a Mixed Movements and Bare Bones Ballet Combo Class! The class is held every Friday from 9:30am to 11:00am with dance instructor Mo Dye! Easy dance routines are one of the best ways to get your blood flowing and heart pumping. The class will start off with some core strength building through ballet followed by a cool down and stretch. Improve your overall strength and stamina all while learning some new dance moves. The class costs only $12 for members and $17 for non-members.

Anna Maria Island Community Center
407 Magnolia Ave
Holmes Beach, FL 34217

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Anna Maria Island – 3rd Annual Food and Wine on Pine

titleFood and Wine on Pine is a celebration showcasing the very best in food, wine, art and music that our area has to offer. Over 25 of the area’s finest restaurants will be present offering their delicious and unique foods. Over 30 different upscale wines, craft and domestic beers. Art demonstrations and more than 30 musical acts. Actors will be present depicting characters from Anna Maria Island’s rich history. A children’s area will be present for art and other activities as well as the annual sliming of CrossPointe Fellowship Pastor, Ed Moss.

Admission is free with cash only tickets for sale that can be redeemed for food and beverages. Tickets are $1.00 each with the option to purchase a Buffet Tray for $2.00 or a wine glass for $1.00. Wines and craft/specialty beers are available for tastings for 1 ticket per taste.

The musicians that will be performing throughout the day are:

  • State Road 64
  • The Manatee Concert Band
  • Chuck Caudill
  • John Dewey
  • Barby Holder
  • Scott Blum
  • Howie Banfield
  • Bill Vinhage
  • Chuck Weirich
  • Jimi Gee All Stars
  • John Rinell
  • Rick Quimby
  • Main Hatch Motleys
  • Sweet Adelines
  • Dan Crawford and Moving Target

Free parking will be available at the Anna Maria Island Community Center which is only two blocks from the event. Located at 407 Magnolia Avenue, Anna Maria City. A remote parking site is also available with a free trolley ride to Pine from the Crosspointe Fellowship at 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

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Bradenton – The Hernando De Soto Historical Society Presents Seafood Fest

Seafood FestDowntown Bradenton will be hosting Hernando De Soto Historical Society’s Seafood Fest starts this Friday April 5th and continues through the weekend! On April 5th the festival gets kicked off at 5:00pm and lasts until 10:00pm, April 6th from 11:00am to 7:00pm April 7th from 12:00pm to 10:00pm. The family friendly atmosphere is fun for all ages with a special kids area available for free. Live music will be playing for the entire festival on two different stages with Uncle Kracker headlining!

Friday, April 5

Main Stage:
5:30pm Kettle of Fish
8:00pm Highway to Hell AC/DC Tribute
West Stage:
5:30pm The Dweebs
8:00pm Boss Hawg

 

 

Saturday, April 6

Main Stage:
11:00am Soul R Coaster
1:30pm GatorNate & the Gladezmen
4:00pm The Dweebs
6:30pm Big Daddy
8:30pm Uncle Kracker
West Stage:
11:00am Shot Gun Justice
1:30pm Renegade
4:00pm Kettle of Fish
6:30pm Whiskey Blind
8:30pm Wicked Jester

Sunday, April 7

Main Stage:
11:00am Steve Arvey
1:30pm The Dweebs
4:00pm The Boneshakers
West stage: 
11:00am Del Couch Foundation
1:30pm Gator Nate
4:00pm Big Daddy
Come on out to hear some great music and enjoy some incredible seafood!

 

Downtown Bradenton
Between 10th and 12th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
For a map Click Here

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Easter Service on Anna Maria Island 2013

Celebrating Easter on Anna Maria Island this year?  There are several places of worship on the island, where you can enjoy your Easter service.

Easter on Anna Maria Island

Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013

 

Sunrise Service ~ 6:30 a.m.
Manatee Public Beach
4000 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, FL  34217

 — The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island Easter Sunrise Service, Information: 941-713-3386.

Crossepointe Fellowship ~ 9:00am & 10:30am 
8605 Marina Dr,
Holmes Beach, Fl 34217
941-778-0719
Southern Baptist
 
St. Bernard’s Catholic Church ~ 8:00am & 10:00am (2 simultaneous masses)
248 South Harbor Drive
Holmes Beach, FL  34217
941-778-4769
Catholic
 
Church of Annunciation ~ 7:30am, 9am & 11am
4408 West Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, FL  34217
941-778-1638
Episcopal
 
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church ~ 8:00am & 10:30am
6608 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, FL  34217
941-778-1813
Lutheran
 
Roser Community Church ~ 9:00am & 11:00am
512 Pine Avenue
Anna Maria,  Florida 34216-0247
 941-778-0414
non-denominational
 
 

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