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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May is National
Historic Preservation Month
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Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee encourages Floridians to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month, which is observed during the month of May to recognize the importance of preserving historic resources and their significance to local communities.
Historic preservation improves our quality of life and contributes to our understanding of each other and the diverse heritage of our state. Preservation of historic sites and properties also benefits Florida’s economy, drawing locals and visitors to support their favorite local venues and historic places.
National Historic Preservation Month is a campaign led by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The Florida Division of Historical Resources is utilizing this platform as an opportunity to showcase ways in which the division works year-round to promote and protect Florida’s historic places.
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Congratulations to the City of Venice Public Works Department! |
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Photo credit: Lorraine Anderson, City of Venice |
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Each year Venice MainStreet's Design Committee recognizes outstanding downtown projects and improvements by businesses, organizations and/or local government. The City of Venice Public Works Department received a Design Award for Outstanding Achievement for the renovation of the Centennial Park Gazebo in 2020.
Design, which is one of the four pillars of the MainStreet program, supports a community’s transformation by enhancing the physical and visual assets that set our commercial district apart. Good design creates inviting, inclusive spaces; focuses on historic character; and fosters accessible, people-centered spaces. The gazebo renovation exemplifies these ideals.
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Next week, May 16-22, is National Public Works Week. Thank you, City of Venice Public Works for everything you do to keep downtown Venice so beautiful and functional, both above ground and below! |
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Events
Subject to change or cancellation
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Reservations required
$20 per person
Contact:
VeniceFloridaTours@yahoo.com
817-793-8433
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SARASOTA COUNTY CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 2021 |
Join us in celebrating 100 years of Sarasota County’s people, places, and achievements! |
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MUSEUM EXHIBIT
Celebrating a Centennial: The Origins of
Sarasota County
Venice Museum & Archives
351 Nassau St. S
(941) 486-2487
Open Mon, Tues, Wed
10am-1pm
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VENICE QUEST
SCAVENGER HUNT
Presented by Venice Area Chamber of Commerce
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LOCAL HISTORY
VIRTUAL LECTURE SERIES
Sponsored by Venice Area Historical Society
Next talk is May 18th
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Train car photo credit: George Miller |
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HISTORIC VENICE TRAIN DEPOT
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ROLLINS W. COAKLEY RAILROAD PARK
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Check out the new circus train car installed this year!
303 East Venice Ave.
Venice FL 34285
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Ongoing
Things to Do
(Subject to change or cancellation)
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Venice Performing Arts Center
FREE
Saturdays, 10:00 AM
through May 22
1 Indian Ave.,
Venice, FL 34285
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Balance Yoga, Restorative Yoga/Guided Meditation, Gentle Chair Yoga
by "Zen Jen" Brown
$5 per class
941-830-3040
ZenJenYoga@iCloud.com
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FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERTS
Hosted by Venice MainStreet
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Downtown Venice
Centennial Park Gazebo
Second & Fourth Fridays
7pm
FREE
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City of Venice Monthy Bicycle Ride
2nd Thursday each month 10am
FREE
Email contact: dculpepper@venicegov.com
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Our 72nd Season! July 2021-May 2022 subscriptions
are on sale now!
Box Office: 941-488-1115
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Venice Beach
Daily 8am and 9am
Mon. thru Thurs. 7pm
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
at Centennial Park
Saturdays 10-10:30am in
12' x 12' spaces per person
or ZOOM
Wed 9:30am, Thurs 9:15am,
Sat 10am
FREE
203-856-6427
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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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Venice MainStreet Nonprofit Partners
-Announcements-
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Help Wanted
Part-Time Custodian at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Venice, FL. Experience preferred.
Email resumes to info@emmanuel-elca.org.
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"Dazed and Confused" Receiving
Saturday, May 22, 10am-2pm
Members and nonmembers can enter one or two pieces
in the show, which will be displayed through June 24.
Show dates: May 28-June 24
For questions please contact
suzanne@veniceartcenter.com
Venice Art Center | 390 Nokomis Avenue S, Venice, FL 34285
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Book Sale is a Success!
There was a great turnout for the Friends of the Venice Public Library's Book Sale last Saturday. The funds raised benefit the Walter Farley Literary Landmark.
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Venice MainStreet
Business Partners
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Hair Fairy Caitlin will be flying in
Friday, May 14th
11am - 3pm
Come in and get your SPARKLE ON !!!
Click on button below or call 772-301-4072
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136 W Venice Ave # 138, Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-4128 |
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Partners of the Week
Thank you for renewing with Venice MainStreet!
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Business Partners
American Realty of Venice
CIA Carter Insurance Agency
Mothers Cupboard Spice Shoppe
Shirt Stop
The Boutique by the Beach
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Nonprofit Partners
Hospital Volunteers of Venice
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Community Partners
Philip & Dorothy Korwek
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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 Centennial Park information kiosk (typically staffed with volunteers Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11am-2pm) or 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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