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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Clear blue skies are always a perk of living in Venice
If you enjoy seeing the green banners that welcome visitors and residents to Historic Venice, here are some more downtown improvement projects made possible by Venice MainStreet, Inc. and its partners over the past 30+ years (click below).
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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
NOTE: Saturday park classes are suspended in August
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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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Hecksher Park (downtown)
Saturdays, Sundays 12-5pm
Reserve your one-hour slot
FREE
Contact: ed2000@gmx.com
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30-day Mask Ordinance
in Effect
POSTED BY THE CITY OF VENICE:
"Venice City Council passed an ordinance on second reading Aug. 25 requiring face coverings in the City. The ordinance passed 4-3, with Mayor Feinsod and Council Members Cautero, Moore and Fiedler in agreement.
A note that there are 14 exceptions to the ordinance, including those observing social distancing, children under 6, those exercising, and persons whose compliance would be detrimental to their health, safety or welfare are not required to wear a face covering.
It is the intent of the ordinance to seek voluntary compliance and to educate and warn of the dangers of non-compliance. However, in the event voluntary compliance is not achieved, then as a last resort, a violation of the ordinance shall be a noncriminal civil infraction, which carries a penalty of up to $500.
The ordinance will sunset or expire 30 days after adoption, unless otherwise extended or repealed prior to the expiration date."
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All nine mayors – including Venice Mayor Ron Feinsod-- and both County Commission Chairs in Sarasota and Manatee counties support the Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program
Local food pantries are reporting an alarming increase in the need for food assistance. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, over $50,000 in food gift cards has been donated to hungry families by local food pantries. Each food gift card is $10 – one per individual, with a maximum of 4 per family. Food gift cards allow people to shop with dignity, providing them the chance to purchase food items they might not otherwise have been able to afford.
The Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is asking for the public’s help to raise another $50,000, which is desperately needed.
Donations can be made online, by text, by check or in person.
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To donate online, go to www.mayorsfeedthehungry.org
- To donate by text, text the word GIVE to 941-275-2032
- To donate by mail, send a check to Mayors’ Feed the Hungry, P.O. Box 1992, Sarasota, FL 34230
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To donate in person, drop off food at a Mayors’ Feed the Hungry food pantry. Please contact the food pantry to arrange a food drop-off. Please DO NOT bring donations to Venice City Hall.
Venice area pantries are:
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Community Assistance Ministry at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 4365 State Road 776; Todd Miller, 941-492-6384
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Center of Hope, 2395 Shamrock Dr.; Jim McCleland, 941-412-9044
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Salvation Army, 1051 Albee Farm Rd.; 941-240-5108
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"Harvest Moon" Show Receiving
Saturday, September 12,
10am-2pm
Online entry encouraged for our exhibitions!
Members and nonmembers can enter one or
two pieces in the "Harvest Moon" Show, which
will be displayed until October 8.
All media are welcome and encouraged.
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VIRTUAL PRODUCTION
VOLUNTEER FAIR
FRIDAY, AUG. 28
7 p.m to 7:40 p.m.
This just in!
Venice Theatre's production team is hosting a series of Virtual Production Volunteer Fairs.*
If you're eager to be in “show business” (behind the scenes, that is) join us this Friday, Aug. 28 at 7 p.m.
Stage Manager Lisa Million, Technical Director John Andzulis, and Assistant Technical Director Brian Freeman will welcome you and take you on a virtual tour of the theatre's production facilities and fill you in on what's involved in volunteering for ... The Scenery Crew!
There will be a Q&A at the end if you have questions.
Interested?
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If you have questions or need more information about this virtual event, please contact Lisa Million at lisamillion@venicetheatre.net |
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Last Chance to
Enter Contest
by August 31st!
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New Murano piece from Italy |
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205 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-0319
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Puttin' on the Ritz
Salon and Spa
205 Nokomis Ave S
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-6650
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The Soda Fountain and Vinnie's Pizzeria
349 West Venice Ave
Venice, Florida 34285
(941) 488-7600
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If your'e not a member of our Rewards Program,
you should be!
We also have Gift Cards that can be reloaded!
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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
Karla Blake Medicare Specialist, St. Marco Boutique, Suncoast Engraving & Awards
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Karla Blake Medicare Specialist |
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Nonprofit Partner
Venice Lodge No. 301 F. & A.M.
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Community Partners
Robert Daniels
Ron and Denise Feinsod
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City/County/State Government Links:
Venice Community Organizations:
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Meet Sissy. All she really wants is her own human companion to share all of her purrs with. If you have other kitties, Sissy wouldn’t mind their company either. This 10 year old girl is ready for her forever family, are you on your way?
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Chloe is intelligent and sweet, looking for a family to show her she is worthy of love, kindness and patience. This 5 year old girl loves going for walks, and just building a trusting bond with her humans. Ask to meet Chloe today!
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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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