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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Holy Spirit Orthodox Church | | |
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Holy Spirit is a parish of the Orthodox Church in America. We welcome you to join us or just to learn more. | |
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Don't miss the CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE
Saturday, December 3rd from 9am-2pm
Holy Spirit Orthodox Church
700 Shamrock Boulevard, Venice FL 34293
941-497-7041
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The Cottage Art Gallery was formed in 2014 for the purpose of showcasing and supporting local artists in a historically registered cottage, perfect for an eclectic variety of creativity. It is a great place to shop, discover unique talent and support local artists.
Sign up for fun art classes or enjoy the monthly art markets! The next market is Saturday, Dec. 17th.
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The Cottage Art Gallery
106 Pocono Trail East, Nokomis, FL 34275
(941) 275-8121
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Enjoy extended hours at local shops, treats, live music and the twinkle of lights on decorated trees along Miami, Tampa and West Venice avenues. Take a stroll and delight in the warm glow of decorated holiday storefront windows.
See Santa
Outside of Eyes on You boutique, W Venice Ave. 5-8pm
Live Music
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George DeJong, Mothers Cupboard Spice Shoppe and The Island Bookshop, Miami Ave. W, 5-8pm
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Glen Babcock on accordion, Venice Wine & Coffee Company, W Venice Ave., 5-7pm
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Emma the Harpist, Seaside Chic Boutique, W Venice Ave., 5-7pm
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Forrest Shafer, breezeway of Burgundy Square Cafe and Bodrum Restaurant, 5-8pm
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James Albritton, Seed & Bean Market, West Venice Ave., 5-8pm
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Joey Lawhorne, Sunbug and Twist Boutique, West Venice Ave. 5-8pm
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Lion Rampant Pipe and Drum, strolling throughout the district, 6-8pm
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Nick Fiasco, Cafe Venice, W Venice Ave, 5:30-9pm
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Swinging Bridge, Venice Avenue Creamery, West Venice Ave, 5-8pm
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The Venice Chorale Carolers, strolling throughout the district, 5-6pm
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Holiday Window Decorating Contest Winners
(categories are in no particular order)
Most Creative
SunBug
Most Elegant
1st Place- St. Marco Boutique
2nd Place- Bodrum Restaurant
Most Whimsical
1st Place- The Island Bookshop
2nd Place- Boutique by the Beach
Most Creative Use of Merchandise
1st Place- Collectors Gallery and Framery
2nd Place-Eyes on You
Most Traditional
Venice Olive Oil Company
Best Use of Lights
1st Place- Florida Violins
2nd Place- Luxurious Interiors
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25+ Venice MainStreet Partners participating in
Christmas Walk include but are not limited to:
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MIAMI AVENUE WEST
206- The Island Bookshop
208- Mothers Cupboard Spice Shoppe
225 #2- Island Way Boutique
225 #5- Bodrum Restaurant
227- Burgundy Square Cafe
TAMPA AVENUE WEST
at San Marco Building
230- EmmaTrang Beauty Lounge
248- Tri Healthy CBD
WEST VENICE AVENUE
100 BLOCK
101- Cafe Venice
116- Seed & Bean Market
136- Patchington
137- Twist Boutique
140- Eyes on You
141- Sunbug
200 BLOCK
201- Venice Wine & Coffee Company
213B- Kristine Grace Resort Wear
215- Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
225- Scarlet Macaw Resort Wear
227- Island Gift Nook
237- The Boutique by the Beach
247- Shirt Shop
249- Venice Avenue Creamery
300 BLOCK
303A- Celebration Corner
303B- Lisa’s Classic Rose
307- Florida Oil & Vinegar Company
310 #104- Seaside Chic Boutique
311- B & B Bootery
317B- Laurie Jean & Co.
325D- Florida Violins
351- Gulf Shores Realty
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December 2 - 19
Venice Theatre at The Raymond Center,
located directly behind the main building
Box office: 941-488-1115
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The Friends of the Venice Public Library welcome all booklovers and bargain hunters to fill a bag of your favorite gently used books and media, from hardcovers and paperbacks to coffee-table books and teen books. Shoppers will also find a wide selection of contemporary to classical CDs and audio books. The bookstore will supply the bags for shoppers.
The Friends of the Venice Library appreciate books and media Venice residents generously donate to help us fill the bookstore shelves, which, in this case, will support the Library Employees of South Sarasota County Fund for those employees severely impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Stop by to take home a bag full of hard-cover mysteries by your favorite author, beautifully illustrated art books or guides to your next travel destination.
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Venice Christmas Boat Parade is Dec 3 | | |
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The 34th Annual Venice Christmas Boat Parade sets sail on Saturday, Dec. 3 in the Intracoastal Waterway. Boats get underway at 6 p.m.
The parade starts just north of the Albee Road bridge. There are public viewing areas on the Gulf side of the waterway and restaurants opposite. The parade continues down the Intracoastal and out to the channel marker in the jetties, weather permitting, before turning around. Viewing is available on both sides of the jetties in this area. If you are coming by boat there are plenty of spots along the way to drop anchor (please refrain from parking in the parade route). As the parade continues south there are miles of public viewing on both sides of the Intracoastal. Parade turn-around is before the Circus Bridge.
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Remember to get there early. If you are new to the area, take a look a few days before the parade for that special spot; there are no bad locations. Remember for Venice island, when the 2 north bridges go up, the Circus Bridge remains down for vehicular traffic only. This remains in effect until such time that the 2 north bridges are reopened to vehicular traffic.
NOTE: Unlike the downtown Venice Holiday Parade this past Saturday on Nov. 26, citizens are NOT encouraged to set up chairs, blankets or other items in viewing locations prior to Dec. 3. Sarasota County and the City of Venice are not responsible for items left unattended before, during or after the Boat Parade.
For additional information, please visit www.venicechristmasboatparade.com. You can also contact event organizer Joe Zgrzepski at joezgrzepski@gmail.com or 941-718-8644.
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ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT!
Call now and reserve your seat 941-207-8224
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Upcoming Concerts
- Venice Concert Band Presents Holiday Splendor- December 5 @ 7pm
- VHS Orchestra Holiday Concert- December 6 @ 6pm
- VHS Jazz and JV Bands Winter Concert- December 12 @ 7pm
- VHS Bands Winter Concert: “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”- Dec 13 @ 7pm
- VHS Chorus Winter Concert- December 15 @ 7pm
Venice Performing Arts Center
1 Indian Avenue, Building 5, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 218-0627
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Aqua Silks Studio
101 W Venice Ave Suite 8, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 412-4616
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790 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-4942
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Holiday Carillon Recitals
Dutch carillonneur Wim Ruitenbeek on Thursday, December 15 at 4pm
"Caroling with the Carillon" on Thursday, December 22 at 7pm
Venice Performing Arts Center Terrace
1 Indian Avenue, Building 5
Venice, FL 34285
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An Enchanting Evening with Barbra
Starring Sharon Owens
December 19
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Christmas Cottage
Nov 28 - Dec 23
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The Venice Area Pregnancy Care Center will be holding their annual Christmas Cottage November 28th through Dec 23rd. In addition to the regular items available, clients of the Center will be able to choose a new or gently used toy for each of their registered children. There will also be limited availability of Holiday themed clothing and items for parents to choose from.
The Center is located at 301 Bayshore Drive in downtown Venice and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9am -1pm. Clients are asked to remember to bring their photo ID with them.
ABOUT VAPCC
The Venice Area Pregnancy Care Center is a non-profit that assists families with young children who are in need of items such as car seats, diapers, cribs, clothing and more. If you would like more information, please contact the Center at 941-485-1776, visit our website at www.vapcc.org, email vapcc4u@gmail or visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/veniceareapregnancycarecenter.
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Blue Santa Toy Drive
Please drop off toys before Dec. 15
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VPD Master Police Officer Paul Joyce and Sgt. Sean Hammett, VPD Community Outreach, with Blue Santa collection boxes at the Police Department | |
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It’s time for the annual Venice Police Department Blue Santa Toy Drive. For over 30 years, our wonderful community has supported this program that helps ensure local children in need have a special Christmas.
VPD’s goal again this year is to help 75 families with toys and food. Drop boxes have been established for anyone wishing to donate an unwrapped toy at the following locations:
1. *Venice Police Department - 1575 E. Venice Ave.
2. Venice City Hall - 401 W. Venice Ave.
3. Suncoast Air Center - 400 Airport Ave.
4. Made In Italy Restaurant - 117 W. Venice Ave.
5. Driftwood Pet Care - 800 Laurel Rd. E.
6. American Import Auto - 548 E. Venice Ave.
*In lieu of a toy, financial donations may be made at the Venice Police Department payable to “City of Venice” in care of Blue Santa.
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Carillon Recitals, Saturdays at 10am, free and open to the public
Venice Performing Arts Center Terrace
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Friday nights 4:30 - 7:15 | |
136 West Venice Avenue #138, Venice, FL 34285 | |
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205 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-0319
Facebook & Instagram @luxuriousinteriorsfl
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