Pig Roast to Benefit South Florida Museum in Bradenton

Posted on February 7, 2012 by admin

South-Florida-Museum-Bradenton-FloridaEveryone who lives in the Bradenton, Fl area loves the South Florida Museum. Who hasn’t taken their kids to gaze up at the stars at the Bishop Planetarium or visited Snooty, everyone’s favorite Manatee, at the Parker Manatee Aquarium?

But did you now that the South Florida Museum is a nonprofit organization that relies on individual and corporate support for its exhibits?

Now’s your chance to  support this great organization and enjoy some great food and live Bluegrass music at the same time.

On Sunday, February 19, at 4:00 p.m.  John and Carol Rice will host the Pig Roast in the Woods benefitting the South Florida Museum.

The event will take place at 7921 9th Ave. NW, Bradenton and will offer an awesome variety of home cookin’ as well as live bluegrass music around the campfire.

Tickets are $75 per person. For more information contact Jamie Jalwan at 941-746-4131 ext. 14.

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A Chance of Snow in Bradenton?

Posted on December 7, 2011 by admin

Bradenton-Winter-Wonderland-FestivalSnow sledding in downtown Bradenton? That’s right, with the high temperature this Saturday expected to be 76 degrees, downtown Bradenton will turn into a “winter wonderland” for the 16th Annual Winter Wonderland Festival. Starting at 5 p.m. on Bradenton’s Old Main Street, this family friendly event will feature snow sledding at the Old Main Pub…not only that, but the Bradenton Fire Dept. antique truck will bring Santa to the event where he will meet with children throughout the evening.

However, make sure to be by the waterfront around 8:30 as the Bradenton Yacht Club’s 14th Annual Holiday Boat Parade passes by…

This is sure to be another great downtown Bradenton event…hope to see you there!

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Are People “Going Postal” in Bradenton?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by admin

Tijuana Flats BradentonSome brave Bradenton locals might just want to try Going Postal today as Tijuana Flats opens its new spot in Bradenton on 2127 Cortez Rd.  As it turns out, Going Postal is just 1 of the 14 different famous hot sauces offered by the famous Tex-Mex restaurant.

However, Tijuana Flats, know for its lively atmosphere, is not just about hot sauces though…the new Bradenton location will also feature their popular “Power Lite” section serving whole wheat tortillas, low-fat cheese, and fat-free sour cream.

Don’t miss the opening week as Tijuana Flats will be serving $2.00 Coronas all day!

Hope to see you there!

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Culture for Cancer this Sunday in Bradenton

Posted on October 20, 2011 by admin

On October 23 from 1-5pm, Mindy Lederman, local Bradenton artist and entrepreneur, will be living out her dream while at the same time raising money to help battle her ovarian cancer with her debut Gallery-Exhibition of Art through Mindy’s Eyes.

Ovarian cancer is known as the silent killer. Its symptoms often do not arise until the disease has spread to the point that the odds of surviving are very low. Unfortunately Mindy has the rarest form of cancer-the kind that does not respond to chemotherapy.

That does not stop Mindy from doing what brings her joy. “Art keeps popping out of me,” she enthusiastically describes it. You’d never know she just had 28 treatments of radiation and various surgeries. Her friends say she has a great attitude and zest for life.

She has been painting for over 20 years and her collection is eclectic and thought provoking. The work is a huge part of her healing and showing her work all together as a fund raiser is bitter sweet.

Although Mindy is an artist she is most known in the community as co-owner of TimeOut Massage. No doubt all her friends in the community will be at the opening Gallery to support her. It is open to the public and a great way to experience culture, have an opportunity to buy original pieces, prints and to partake in a silent auction.  Mindy will be at the Gallery to share about her Cancer Journey and all about her art life.

For more information go to www.muttiart.com

Art Gallery will be hosted by her brother at

7526 Tori Way
River Club Sanctuary
Bradenton, FL

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Bradenton to Host Empty Bowls Benefit

Posted on October 14, 2011 by admin

bradenton-empty-bowlsMore than 1,000 hand-made ceramic bowls will be given out at the Empty Bowls benefit taking place in Bradenton. Attendees will receive a bowl and then enjoy various tasty soups from local Bradenton restaurants, as well as fresh bread, dessert, music, and raffles – all for $20. This simple meal of soup and bread is symbolic to show that together, we can help the hungry in our area. All proceeds benefit The Food Bank of Manatee.

Thursday, Oct 20, 11:30-1:30 pm
Renaissance on 9th, 1816 9th St. W, Bradenton FL 34205

Participating Bradenton Restaurants:
• 9th Street Bistro
• Anna Maria Oyster Bar
• The Beachhouse Restaurant
• Carmen’s Italian Cafe
• Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant
• Renaissance on 9th Catering
• Mexicali Border Café
• Riverhouse Reef & Grill

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