Venice MainStreet, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community by preserving, protecting, and promoting historic Downtown Venice.
Submissions to this newsletter are from Venice MainStreet partners.
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Grab your favorite friend and head downtown for a
leisurely stroll (before snowbird season hits)!
Start making a dent in your holiday list and support Main Street businesses by shopping and dining local. They really need you!
Don't forget you can shop online or buy gift cards at numerous downtown restaurants, galleries and boutiques.
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Ongoing
Classes, Events and Tours
(Subject to change or cancellation)
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Venice Beach
Daily 8:00am and
Mondays through Thursdays 7pm
FREE
941-408-9642
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Blue Lotus Meditation Center |
Online meditation and classes
Zoom links to participate
DONATIONS APPRECIATED
941-323-8033
deerdancre2211@aol.com
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Laughter Yoga in the Park |
Centennial Park or online
Saturdays 10am-10:30am
FREE
203-856-6427
laughteryogavenice@gmail.com
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Venice Beach
Sundays 1.5 hours before sunset
FREE
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City Hall
Saturdays 8am-12pm
FREE ENTRY
**MASKS REQUIRED**
941-445-9209
info@thevenicefarmersmarket.org
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Downtown Venice
Walking history tours, ghost tours
and group tours available
CONTACT FOR PRICING
Reservations required
817-793-8433
venicefloridatours@yahoo.com
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Hecksher Park (downtown)
Saturdays, Sundays 12-5pm
Reserve your one-hour slot
FREE
Contact: ed2000@gmx.com
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Photo by Glittering Gypsies- FloridaFairyHair.com |
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Get your sparkle on with
Hair Fairy Kristen
She is flying in Sunday, Sept. 20th
from 10am - 4pm
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Patchington Venice Beach
136-138 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
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A Taste of Heartis:
An Adventure Through Thailand
September 23rd
A Taste of Heartis features the flavors and resort-style amenities and programs residents enjoy at Heartis Venice. Join us for an adventure through Thailand! From the beauty of festivals, to the well-known lanterns and food that is a true delight, Thailand is an amazing place!
This event is part of Travel Times, our quarterly program that encourages residents to explore the culture, music and food of other countries.
We ask that you RSVP to reserve your hour
time slot for social distancing!
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Call to Artists!
"FantaSea Venice"
We brought you Pigs.
We brought you Dolphins and Turtles.
Now we are bringing you Mermaids and Seahorses!
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All artist applications are due by 4pm, October 9th, 2020
Send Applications to: Mary@veniceartcenter.com
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Patchington Venice Beach
136-138 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
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These poppers by Schylling will make you smile and
help with fine motor skills.
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Practice writing the letters of the alphabet in a fun way with Magnatabs by PlayMonster! Watch little magnetic beads
pop up as you write each letter.
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Celebration Corner
303A West Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285
941-484-2206
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Vacation Rentals on the Gulf of Mexico
in Venice, Florida
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Beachcomber in Venice
720 Golden Beach Blvd.
Venice, FL 34285
(866) 488-4237
beachcomberinvenice.com
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New autumn product lines have arrived!
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Luxurious Interiors
205 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-0319
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Visit Downtown and
Beat the Heat with an
Assortment of Cool
Treats!
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Sean loves his yummy treat! |
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Try them all!
Which one will be YOUR FAVORITE???
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Serving gelato and sorbets in 300+ flavors (16 served daily) and can include: traditional Italian, dairy free, vegan, gluten-free, alcohol infused, and no sugar added. Also offering floats, milkshakes and more!
317A W Venice Ave
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NEW DOWNTOWN!
Island Ice has over 33 flavors you can mix and match to enjoy a shaved ice, hot dogs, pretzels, snacks, cotton candy, sodas and more.
203 Miami Ave West
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Island Organics Smoothie & Juice Bar |
Island Organics is a smoothie and juice bar also offering gluten free and vegetarian lunch items and fresh baked goods made with organic, seasonal and all natural ingredients.
231 Miami Ave West
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Since 1985, we have been making Kilwins “Original Recipe” Ice Cream. Today, there are dozens of premium, unique, and delicious flavors made especially for you! Our Ice Cream is “super-premium,” with a creamy consistency and a delicious, rich texture.
207 W Venice Ave.
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We are an old-time ice cream parlor and a pizza parlor in one offering hand-dipped ice cream, malts, milkshakes, phosphates and sundaes, along with a full menu. Our dining area features old style decor with high back dark wood booths and a counter service with marble countertop and bar stools.
349 W Venice Ave.
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Enjoy premium, homemade ice cream and yogurt made using local dairies. Family owned and operated, at Venice Avenue Creamery, we are focused on providing the best ice cream and yogurt for all of our customers, and we aim for the highest levels of customer satisfaction. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations. With a variety of offerings to choose from, we’re sure you’ll come back again and again!
249 W Venice Ave.
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Celebrating 47 Years of Business
and
Three Generations of Family Jewelers!
- We specialize in fine diamond jewelry and colored gemstones from around the world.
- We offer custom design and we have been agents for Estate jewelry for over 40 years.
- We are manufacturing jewelers and offer competitive prices on fine jewelry and watches.
- Our experienced sales staff is always ready to assist you with any questions you might have.
We look forward to seeing you
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Located in beautiful downtown Venice
347 West Venice Avenue
Venice, Florida 34285
941-488-2720
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Do you SEW or KNIT?
(or want to start?)
visit Downtown Venice for Needlefish Yarns of Venice and Deborah's Quilt Basket!
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Needlefish Yarns of Venice
Shop in store or online!
258 Miami Avenue W
Venice, FL 3428
(941) 486-1584
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Store owner, Nancy Broughton (shown above on right) offers
expertise in all things yarn and knitting! Photos: Needlefish Yarns of Venice
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Since 1984, owner Deborah Iversen, has been bringing a wonderful selection of cotton fabrics, books, patterns & notions to Venice! |
Deborah's Quilt Basket
337 W Venice Ave.
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-6866
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Above: Here's a cute travel/cosmetic/ lunch tote you can make. Uses 2 Fat Quarters. Pattern is easy to follow. Directions found in Spring/Summer 2020 Quilts & More.
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Photos: Deborah's Quilt Basket |
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Puttin' on the Ritz
205 Nokomis Ave. S
Venice, FL 34285
941-488-6650
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We truly appreciate your support!
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Thank you to the following Partners for renewing
this week with Venice MainStreet:
Business Partners
B&B Bootery
Lueanne Wood, P.A., Gulf Shores Realty
Made in Italy
Venice Florida Tours
Venice Olive Oil Company
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Lueanne Wood, P.A., Gulf Shores Realty |
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Venice Florida Tours, owners Ronnie & Tiffany Fernandez |
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Nonprofit Partners
Antique Automobile Car Club of America- Venice Region
Grace United Methodist Church
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CITY OF VENICE MUNICIPAL GOV'T
COVID-19 RESOURCES
HURRICANE & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
VENICE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
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This handsome 3 month old guy is Carl. Carl loves to have fun and is a bit adventurous! Playing and snuggling is all it would take to keep Carl happy. Come see Carl soon so he doesn't have to be alone much longer.
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Meet Obi! A sharp, charming and determined guy who loves children and even some other dogs! Obi is 4 years old, he walks well on a leash, knows his basic commands and simply loves hanging out in the company of his family. Ask to meet Obi today, because he’s waiting for you now!
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656 S. Tamiami Trail, Rialto Shopping Plaza
9 am to 5 pm Mon-Sat
6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood, FL 34224
Phone: (941) 474-7884
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Venice MainStreet, Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community by preserving, protecting, and promoting
Historic, Downtown Venice.
Venice MainStreet Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit registered with the Florida Division of Consumer Services. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) www.floridaconsumerhelp.com [s. 496.412(1)(c), F.S.]
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