"Bella"
Artist: Jenni Messina
Sponosred by Lauren P. Kohl, Attorney at Law, LLC
Location: Fountain Park (Miami Ave. & Nokomis Ave.)
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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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Welcome, The Island Bookshop,
to downtown Venice!
NOW OPEN
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The Island Bookshop opened this month and is nestled on charming Miami Avenue West. Owners Aimee Odette and Michael Rank, who are both university professors, recognized the need for a bookstore on the island of Venice. Their love for books and building community led to their bookshop idea and long-standing dream.
The bookshop carries new books as well as art, photography, and pottery from local residents. In the near future, The Island Bookshop will offer writing and reading classes, writer’s groups, children’s groups, local author’s events, and community outreach.
OPEN: Mon.- Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 12-5pm
The Island Bookshop
941-416-5511
206 Miami Avenue W, Venice, FL 34285
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Events
Subject to change or cancellation
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Hunger Action Day is
September 17th
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Hunger Action Month
As part of a nationwide initiative created by Feeding America, Hunger Action Month takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness about the issue of hunger in America. Hunger Action Month is your opportunity to be a part of a month-long movement that has a real and lasting impact on our mission of ending hunger in Sarasota and DeSoto counties.
Sharing, volunteering, fundraising, and donating are just a few ways you can take action.
Wear orange on September 17 for Hunger Action Day!
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All Faiths Food Bank
8171 Blaikie Court, Sarasota FL 34240
941-379-6333
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YOU are invited to join BPWEV for our monthly dinner meeting
September 21st at
5:15 to meet and to greet
6:00 for dinner
Plantation Golf and
Country Club
500 Rockely Blvd.
Venice, Florida, 34293
Sign up no later than Sunday, Sept. 19th, 5 p.m.
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Speaker: April Glasco
Former Corrections Officer with Manatee County Sheriff’s Department and Case Worker for the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
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Give a person a fishing pole to go fishing, instead of feeding them a fish” is the motto of Second Chance Last Opportunity (SCLO). SCLO has served low-income individuals and families throughout its 25-year history, responding to the needs of those in crisis. Although it began with a focus on Newtown, clients served come from areas of Sarasota County as far south as Englewood and Northport. Geographical and ethnic barriers do not exist. The organization was birthed from the heartbreak of watching residents of the community make choices that ultimately resulted in limited opportunities and the hopelessness of poverty. Youth and their parents who seem disengaged from the educational process motivate SCLO to reach out to them and offer the skills and tools which will encourage transformational thoughts and changed behaviors. Our mission inspires our participants to own it with a high expectation and a supportive system.
April Glasco, former Corrections Officer with Manatee County Sheriff’s Department and Case Worker for the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, watched for years as the local community struggled with big city issues such as violence, narcotics sales, addictions and generational cycles of government dependence. In response, Ms. Glasco was compelled to do something to help the community. With the establishment of SCLO in 1995, at-risk teens and their families were provided with crisis prevention, intervention, referral and life skills training. Today SCLO continues as the only agency that is working from within the community to address the problems inherent in an isolated, underserved, and depressed population. SCLO's holistic approach reflects the multiple economic, social, and health challenges our clients face. Along with strategies and skills for success, we offer counseling, health and life skills education, tough love, and shelter and financial assistance referrals. Most importantly, SCLO gives back the responsibility for turning lives around, remaining a constant, community-based support for those making changes in their lives.
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Gazebo concerts are back! |
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SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 10
Venice Theatre
140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice, FL 34285
Box Office: 941-488-1115
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Call 941-485-7136
or register in person at the Venice Art Center
390 Nokomis Ave S., Venice, FL 34285
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Italian American Club of Venice
1375 Ringling Dr. S., Venice, FL 34285
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For questions contact:
Sue Bucanis
732-687-0643
govtlady@aol.com
Space is limited – RSVP soon to reserve your space!
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Party with a Purpose
October 26- November 1
In exchange for a $10 donation or a donation of gently worn clothing or new personal care items, customers will receive 25% off their purchase during our Party with a Purpose event. Our store in Venice is again partnering with Women’s Resource Center of Venice this year for this worthwhile cause.
Patchington’s Party with a Purpose will once again stand up to domestic violence and bring awareness and support to our communities. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in every four women will become a victim to domestic violence in her lifetime. For more than 21 years, Patchington has partnered with our local communities to bring awareness to domestic violence and this year we intend to make an even bigger impact.
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NOTE: More THINGS TO DO are listed
after the nonprofit and business announcement sections
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Venice MainStreet
Nonprofit Partners
-Announcements-
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THE LONG WALK HOME
A Nonprofit Organization
The Long Walk Home is a veteran-owned-and-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping Veterans and their family members make the transition from military to civilian life.
(305) 399-5354
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Venice MainStreet
Business Partners
-Announcements-
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Modern Mobile Denture Repair is a veteran, family and locally owned company located in Venice, Florida. We have a passion for helping our community one smile at a time! Don’t wait, call today for details and we will come to you, with no contact as well!
SERVICES
Cleanings for $75
Denture Repair for $200
Denture Repair and cleaning $250
All veterans and spouses of always receive
a 10% discount. Cash or check please.
We are here to come to you and fix your dentures onsite so you will be eating and smiling again in no time! Our cleanings are recommended twice a year, just as the American Dental Association recommends you go to the dentist for cleanings. With a cleaning, your Denture will receive 3 stages of deep cleaning to remove plaque, stains and bacteria. Returning them to a brand new appearance! Repair is a fraction of the cost of a replacement!
Call 941-716-6578 to schedule your
denture services today!
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Autumn is here and we have the new
Nora Fleming Minis for it.
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Luxurious Interiors
205 West Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-0319
Follow on Facebook and Instgram @luxuriousinteriorsfl
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Patchington
136 - 138 West Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285
941-488-4128
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HISTORY WALKING TOURS
& GHOST TOURS
Venice Florida Tours
Reservations required
$20
VeniceFloridaTours@yahoo.com
817-714-6092
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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN VENICE
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
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HISTORIC VENICE
TRAIN DEPOT
Venice Area Historical Society
303 East Venice Ave.
Venice FL 34285
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SARASOTA COUNTY CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 2021 |
Join us in celebrating 100 years of Sarasota County’s people, places, and achievements! Sarasota County Auto Tours
free narrated history tour download is available.
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LORD-HIGEL HOUSE
Constructed in 1896 by Joseph Lord, the Lord-Higel House is the second oldest house in Sarasota County.
409 Granada Ave.
Venice, FL 34285
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VENICE MUSEUM & ARCHIVES
Located in historic Triangle Inn
listed on National Register of
Historic Places
351 Nassau Street South, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-2487
JULIA COUSINS LANING & DALE LANING ARCHIVES & RESEARCH CENTER
224 Milan Avenue West
By appointment (941) 716-7255
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VENICE QUEST
SCAVENGER HUNT
Presented by Venice Area Chamber of Commerce
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Ongoing
Things to Do
(Subject to change or cancellation)
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CITY OF VENICE MONTHLY BICYCLE RIDE
2nd Thursday each month
Meet at gazebo downtown
10am, FREE
Email contact: dculpepper@venicegov.com
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VENICE FARMERS MARKET
Saturdays 10am-12pm
FREE
Near City Hall
401 W. Venice Avenue
941-445-9209
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FIND HIDDEN
FAIRY DOORS
Explore downtown Venice to find 30+ hidden fairy doors.
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FREE BEACH YOGA
WITH ELIN
Daily 8am
Mon. thru Thurs. sunset 7pm
FREE
941-408-9642
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LAUGHTER YOGA
at Centennial Park
Saturdays in person at 10am or on ZOOM and
Wednesdays on ZOOM at 9:30am
FREE
203-856-6427
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MEDITATION & DISCUSSION
Unitarian Universalist Venice
1971 Pinebrook Rd or via Zoom
DONATIONS APPRECIATED
941-323-8033
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FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER
Italian American Club
of Venice
1375 Ringling Dr. S.
Fridays 4:30-7:15pm
Dine in or take out
$12.50
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SUNDAYS BINGO
Knights of Columbus
Knights Hall
512 Substation Road, Venice, FL
Packages start at $7
Games from 1pm-4pm
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Partners of the Week
Thank you for renewing or joining Venice MainStreet!
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Business Partners
Cafe Longet
Car Chemistry Auto Body
Deborah & Dick Miller Team, RE/MAX Platinum Realty
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Nonprofit Partner
Women's Fellowship, Venice United Church of Christ
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6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood, FL 34224
(941) 474-7884
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FREE copies of the Venice MainStreet Downtown Directory are available at the VMS office at 101 W. Venice Ave., Suite 23 (above Venice Olive Oil Company) Mondays - Fridays, 9am-5pm. Please call 941-484-6722.
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Submissions to this newsletter are from Venice MainStreet partners. To become a member, join today at VisitVeniceFL.org. |
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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 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered with the
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR VISIT WWW.FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. [s.496.405(1)(c), F.S.] Registration # CH50211
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