Venice MainStreet, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and enhancing the character, beauty, and economic vitality of historic downtown Venice. |
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Venice MainStreet Welcomes
2021 Board President,
Sandra Di Pentima
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Happy New Year! I am proud to serve as President of Venice MainStreet, Incorporated for the 2021 year.
As we move into this new year, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to the outgoing Board President, Ronnie Fernandez, and the 2020 Board of Directors for their dedication, service and leadership over the past year, as well as to all of our extraordinary volunteers for giving of their time and talents to make the best of 2020, despite the challenges.
As I look ahead to the upcoming year, I am encouraged by the perseverance and resilience of the people of this community, that we can face and overcome whatever challenges that may be presented. Through the collective efforts of our Board and volunteers, I am confident we will continue to fulfill MainStreet’s mission of ensuring historic preservation and economic vitality for this great City of Venice.
Thank you for allowing me to serve alongside you this year. I truly appreciate your support and encourage you to share any feedback and ideas you may have as we work together to make the best of 2021.
-Sandra DiPentima
President, Venice MainStreet
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Events
Subject to change or cancellation
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Venice Pride, Inc. has rescheduled our “Ride for Pride” car parade through the city of Venice, FL for Saturday, January 9th, 2021 from 1PM to 3PM. Let’s start the year right by celebrating pride and progress! |
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TreeQuest 2021
starts on Jan. 15
Residents will have two weeks within which to visit one of two participating locations, find the tagged trees, and submit clue answers online. Prizes include tree ID field guides and State park passes.
Residents can also send “selfies” they’ve taken with the trees they’ve discovered, and email them to sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu. UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County will share the photos on its Facebook page (@ufsarasotaext) to help spread the word about Florida Arbor Day and the benefits of community trees.
To participate in TreeQuest, visit one of the locations below, on or after Jan.15, and submit clue answers using the clue submission link. Note: the clue submission link will be activated on Florida Arbor Day, Jan. 15, 2021, will remain active for 2 weeks, and will be deactivated on Jan. 29, 2021.
- Monty Andrews Arboretum, W. Blalock Park, Venice
- Twin Lakes Park, Sarasota
Information by Marguerite Beckford, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County
Photo credit: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 15TH | 10AM - 2PM
VENICE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
597 TAMIAMI TRAIL S, VENICE, FL 34285
*This event will be held in the chamber parking lot.
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Are you interested in learning about the many non-profit organizations serving the greater Venice area? Come explore the many opportunities there are to give of your time, talent, and/or treasure and support non-profits.
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Cheers to the New Year!
Out with the old, in with the new.
Wednesday, January 20 | 5:00 pm |
Location details at registration
It’s time to leave 2020 behind and get ready for a New Year filled with new and exciting possibilities. You’re invited to join us for the time-honored tradition of toasting the New Year Italian-style with sparkling spumante wine. We’re pairing this wonderful bubbly beverage with pasta and other Italian cuisines to make our New Year’s get-together a celebration you won’t want to miss. We’ll also treat you to a taste of all Heartis has to offer and introduce you to the team that helps make our community a one-of-a-kind place we think you’ll want to call home.
Due to social distancing standards,
reservations are required.
Heartis Venice
1020 N. Tamiami Trail | Venice, Florida 34275
mbestor@heartisvenice.com
941-499-1800
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To register to be an exhibitor, please click on the button below. |
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Venice Area Historical Society
Betty Intagliata 2021 Lecture Series
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Ongoing
Classes & Events
(Subject to change or cancellation)
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Venice Beach
Daily 8am and 9am
Mon. thru Thurs. 5pm
FREE
941-408-9642
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Online meditation & classes
Zoom links to participate
DONATIONS APPRECIATED
941-323-8033
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LAUGHTER YOGA VENICE
In person: Centennial Park, Saturdays at 10am
Zoom online: Wed. 9:30am,
Thurs. 9:15am & Sat. 10am
FREE
203-856-6427
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SUNDAYS BINGO
Knights Hall
512 Substation Rd.
Venice, FL 34285
Doors open at 11:30am Games from 1pm-4pm
$7
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VENICE DRUM CIRCLE
Venice Beach
Sundays 1.5 hrs before sunset
FREE
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City Hall
Saturdays 8am-1pm
FREE ENTRY
**MASKS REQUIRED**
941-445-9209
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Venice residents asked to take Resilience Survey on Flood Risk |
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Through a study funded by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Resilient Coastlines Program, the City of Venice is working with Taylor Engineering to perform resilience planning. This project includes a vulnerability assessment for City infrastructure. This assessment consists of three analyses:
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Exposure – the amount of contact an asset has with a source of stress
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Sensitivity – the degree of impact and whether there are existing sources of stress; and
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Adaptive capacity – the asset’s ability to adjust, repair or respond
After this assessment has been conducted, adaption and resilient strategies will be developed for at-risk structures.
We want to hear from you, the citizens of the City of Venice. Together we can create a more resilient future. Please assist us by completing brief Resilience Survey on Understanding Your Flood Risk.
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The City of Venice is launching a photography contest for its much-anticipated annual calendar that showcases the beauty and charm of our “City on the Gulf.”
Along with gorgeous images from local photographers, the annual calendar also provides residents and visitors with information on City Council and advisory board meetings throughout the year, special events, frequently used phone numbers, a map of City limits, photos of Council Members and Charter Officers, and more. A limited run of 5,000 calendars are distributed for free to citizens at the end of the year.
Information provided by
Lorraine Anderson, City of Venice Public Information Officer
401 West Venice Avenue, Venice, FL 34285
Via City Hall Switchboard: (941) 486-2626 ext. 7401, Direct: (941) 882-7401
www.venicegov.com
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Venice MainStreet Partners
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Proudly Welcomes
Michelle Hupp,
Venice, Florida’s
Top Producing Real
Estate Agent
Michelle Hupp has sold over $90 million in real estate over her career and over $20 million in 2020 alone.
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206 Harbor Drive S, Venice, FL 34285
Mobile: (941) 773-5464
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Down Island Way Boutique
All our clothes are at 20% off and
an additional 10% off our sale rack,
which is already 40-50% off
until January 10, 2021
225 Miami Ave W, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 451-9668
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101 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 |
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Hair Fairy Caitlin will be flying in
January 8th from 10am-2pm
Come in and get your SPARKLE ON!!!
Call 772-301-4072
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PATCHINGTON VENICE
136-138 W. VENICE AVE
VENICE, FL 34285
941-488- 4128
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Meet Dottie! Full of love and happiness, Dottie hopes to show you just how wonderful of a companion she can be. Dottie likes the company of other cats, dogs and is comfortable around everyone she meets. Don’t let this one get away!
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Meet sweet Lulu, who also goes by Kahlua. She is sweet, loving and can't get enough of your attention. She loves all types of animals: dogs, cats and has even cuddled with ferrets back in the day! Meet her yourself and see!
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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 nonprofit committed to preserving and enhancing the character, beauty, and economic vitality of 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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