Wednesday, March 13

11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players meeting and luncheon, the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Ellen Jaffe Jones, an author and healthy eating advocate, on “Eat Vegan,” Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Thursday, March 14

7:39 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Friday, March 15

7:41 a.m. — Official sunrise time.

Saturday, March 16

8-11 a.m. — Pancake breakfast at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Thrift sale until noon. Fee applies. Information: 941-395-7708.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour of Homes, various island locations. Information: 941-778-1908.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Lee Mears, “Kid Stuff for Grown-Ups.” Information: 941-778-6648.

11 a.m. — Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a program on “managing stress through mindful breathing.” Information: 941-778-6341.

1 p.m. — Women of the Moose Chapter 1601 host a children’s Easter party at the lodge, 110 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Reservations closed.

2 p.m. — Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts James Corwin Johnson talking about nature and wildlife photography. Information: 941-778-6341.

Sunset – Stargazing, Local Group of Deep Sky Observers, Holmes Beach city hall field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-342-9632.

Sunday, March 17

Today is St. Patrick’s Day.

8:30-11:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach, holds a pancake breakfast. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-4769.

10 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church celebrates its 100th anniversary with a tree planting and time capsule burial. Information: 941-778-0414.

11 a.m.-10 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Community Center holds a St. Patrick’s Day Sham Rockin’ fair, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1908, ext. 9203.

4 p.m. — Beach Bistro and Sean Murphy present the 15th annual Anna Maria Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade from Holmes Beach City Hall north on Marina Drive and ending at North Palm Drive and 78th Street. Information: 941-778-6444.

Monday, March 18

7:41 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Tuesday, March 19

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

xxxx — Vitamin Seas Health Food Store, 3228 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts nutrition coach Alec Grae for a free seminar on how to make spaghetti and meatballs — raw. Information: 941-778-5015.

Wednesday, March 20

Spring begins.

Noon — The Anna Maria Garden Club meets for a meeting at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

1-3 p.m. — The Anna Maria Garden Club holds its annual Penny Flower Show at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

1-4 p.m. — Artists Demo/Sale-abration, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

3:30 p.m. — Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts the Mana-Tweens craft program. Information: 941-778-6341.

Off-island

Thursday, March 14

9:30 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, hosts a health fair. Information: 941-383-6491.

5 p.m.-7 p.m. — Artists’ reception, Suncoast Watercolor Society juried show, Art Center Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-746-2862.

Ongoing

• Through March 30, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society juried exhibit, Art Center Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-746-2862.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through Easter, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts soup suppers at 6 p.m. Information: 941-778-1813.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Wednesdays through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

• Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• March 22, Community fish fry dinner, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach.

• March 24, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, An Afternoon of Opera, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 25, Passover begins at sundown.

• March 30, Anna Maria Island Historical Society Island Heritage Day, with tours, music, arts and crafts and food on the museum grounds, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0492.

• March 31, Easter.

Save the date

• April 13, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

• May 4, Food and Wine on Pine, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria.

• May 4, An Island Affaire gala for the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication. High-resolution photographs welcome.

Wednesday, March 6

6 p.m. — Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts the Mana-Tweens Book Club. Information: 941-778-6341.

Thursday, March 7

10 a.m. — The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, hosts a workshop with acrylic and ink artist Carolyn Ritter. Information: 941-778-1906.

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library series presents Richard Sanchez, an Egmont Key Alliance member, on exploring Egmont Key, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

        8 p.m. — The Island Players’ opening of “’Til Beth Do Us Part,” which continues through March 24, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.

Friday, March 8

2 p.m. — the Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group meets at the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Artwalk in downtown Holmes Beach, featuring participating boutiques and galleries. Information: 941-778-6648.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a reception for artist Anne Abgott. Information: 941-778-6648.

5:30-7:30 p.m. —Artist reception with Debbie Rankin, The Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

Saturday, March 9

        8 a.m.-3 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. — West Manatee Fire Rescue District’s island station, 6001 Marina Drive, hosts a car wash to raise money for Team Publix’s American Cancer Society Relay For Life effort.

10 a.m. — The Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts the island origami club. Information: 941-778-6341.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried art show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-2099.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Lee Mears, “Kid Stuff for Grownups.” Information: 941-778-6648.

4 p.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, hosts the Sarasota Chorus of the Keys, with a reception after the concert. Information: 941-778-0414.

5 p.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church barbecue chicken dinner, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-4769.

Sunday, March 10

Daylight saving time begins.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried art show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-2099.

10 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church chapel rededication at the church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

Monday, March 11

Spring break begins for Manatee County public school students.

Tuesday, March 12

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

3-5 p.m. — The Oldies Beach Dance at the Sandbar Restaurant pavilion, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria, a benefit for the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.

Wednesday, March 13

11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players meeting and luncheon, the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Ellen Jaffee Jones, an author and healthy eating advocate, on “Eat Vegan,” Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Off-island

Thursday, March 7

Noon — The Lords Warehouse Fashion Show/Luncheon, Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-6491.

5-8 p.m. — Preview for the 37th annual Pineapple Antique Show, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-928-2817.

7 p.m. — Longboat Key Historical Society lecture with Joy Baker talking about the writing life, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-1598.

Friday, March 8

10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. — 37th annual Pineapple Antique Show, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-928-2817.

Saturday, March 9

Noon-4 p.m. — Author Jan DiRuzzo signs copies of “The Lost Mermaid–A Shem Creek Moonlight Jamboree” at The Sea Hagg, 1304 Cortez Road W., Cortez.

10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — 37th annual Pineapple Antique Show, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-928-2817.

Ongoing

• Through March 30, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society juried exhibit, Art Center Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-746-2862.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through Easter, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts soup suppers at 6 p.m. Information: 941-778-1813.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Wednesdays through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

• Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• March 16, Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour of Homes, various island locations.

• March 17, St. Patrick’s Day. Information to come on the parade.

• March 17, Roser Memorial Community Church celebrates its 100th anniversary with a tree planting and time capsule burial.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club annual Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

Save the date

• March 24, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, An Afternoon of Opera, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 31, Easter.

• May 4, Food and Wine on Pine, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria.

• May 4, An Island Affaire gala for the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication. High-resolution photographs welcome.

Wednesday, Feb. 27

Noon — Anna Maria Island Historical Society members luncheon, the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-0492.

Thursday, Feb. 28

6 p.m. — Forum on eating vegan, Sandpiper Resort Coop community center, 2601 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0556.

Friday, March 1

2-4 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library members-only Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

4-7 p.m. — The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, hosts a reception for Sightlines, an exhibit featuring six area artists. Information: 941-778-1906.

5-10 p.m. — Island Cityfest with music, food, arts and crafts, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1541.

Saturday, March 2

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

10 a.m.-10 p.m. — Island Cityfest with music, food, arts and crafts, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1541.

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — A spring craft show and sale, with lunch and baked goods also available, to benefit the 100th anniversary of Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Pam McMillen, “Chainmail Jewelry.” Information: 941-778-6648.

6 p.m. — Rat Pack tribute supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.

Sunday, March 3

8:30-11:30 a.m. — Pancake breakfast at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-4769.

11:30 a.m. — Bridge Street Market gumbo challenge for home and restaurant chefs and to benefit Manatee Children’s Service, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 215-906-0668.

Monday, March 4

6:30 p.m. — Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria meeting and program, “Arts on the Island,” Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

Tuesday, March 5

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

8 p.m. — Island Players benefit performance, “Til Beth Do Us Part” for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. 941-799-2181.

Wednesday, March 6

6:35 p.m. — Official sunset.

Off-island

Friday, March 1

6-9:30 p.m. — A Taste of the Village celebration of art, craft and cuisine, Village of the Arts, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: 941-746-4556.

Saturday, March 2

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Longboat Key Garden Club 37th Home and Garden Tour, various locations. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-4818.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. — A Taste of the Village celebration of art, craft and cuisine, Village of the Arts, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: 941-746-4556.

Tuesday, March 5

8 p.m. — State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota Chamber and Concert choirs concert, Neel Performing Arts Center, SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-752-5252.

Ongoing

• March 2-30, Suncoast Watercolor Society juried exhibit, Art Center Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-746-2862.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through Easter, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts soup suppers at 6 p.m. Information: 941-778-1813.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• March 7, the Island Players’ opening of “’Til Beth Do Us Part,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria.

• March 8, Artwalk, downtown Holmes Beach galleries, shops, around Marina and Gulf drives.

• March 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest arts and crafts show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 10, Daylight saving time begins.

• March 11, Spring break begins for Manatee County public school students.

Save the date

• March 16, Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour of Homes, various island locations.

• March 17, St. Patrick’s Day. Information to come on the parade.

• March 17, Roser Memorial Community Church celebrates its 100th anniversary with a tree planting and time capsule burial.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club annual Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 24, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, An Afternoon of Opera, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 31, Easter.

• May 4, Food and Wine on Pine, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria.

• May 4, An Island Affaire gala for the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication. High-resolution photographs welcome.

Wednesday, Feb. 20

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

Noon – Anna Maria Garden Club meeting, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

6 p.m. — Arts and crafts for tweens at the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Thursday, Feb. 21

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

10:15 a.m. — Friends of the Island Library book club meets to discuss T.R. Reid’s “The Healing of America,” 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

2 p.m. — Knitting club meeting, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

3 p.m. — AMICCO Jazz Fest at the Sandbar, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.

Friday, Feb. 22

5-7 p.m. — Community dinner — spaghetti supper —Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-3580.

Saturday, Feb. 23

9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Pines Trailer Park street sale and bake sale, adjacent to the Historic Bridge Street Pier in Bradenton Beach. Information: 810-955-2287.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting with Bob Wolf talking about his book, “The Awakening of the Silent Majority? I Pray It Is Not Too Late,” Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 9941-778-1383.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Carole Dougherty, “Creating Mixed-Media Art.” Information: 941-778-6648.

11 a.m. — The Senior Adventures group hosts chef Craig Chasky, a nutritional counselor, in a cooking demonstration at the Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-962-8835.

        2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Asolo Repertory Theater Guild Play Readers performing a Play Reader program, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-34217.

6 p.m. — Anna Maria Elementary School PTO Winter Wonder Island gala, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941- 708-5525.

Sunday, Feb. 24

9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Pines Trailer Park street sale and bake sale, adjacent to the Historic Bridge Street Pier in Bradenton Beach. Information: 810-955-2287.

Monday, Feb. 25

6:30 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Tuesday, Feb. 26

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Feb. 27

Noon — Anna Maria Island Historical Society members luncheon, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-0492.

Off-island

Thursday, Feb. 21

7 p.m. — Longboat Key Historical Society lecture with John Ginaven talking about eagle-watching, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-1598.

Sunday, Feb. 24

11 a.m. — Florida Maritime Museum’s Titanic Fashion Luncheon, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Fee applies. Information: 941-708-6121.

        1:05 p.m. — Pirates spring training begins, McKechnie Field, 1611 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information:  941-747-3031.

7 p.m. — The Academy Awards on ABC.

Ongoing

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through Easter, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, Holmes Beach, hosts soup suppers at 6 p.m. Information: 941-778-1813.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

• Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• March 1-2, Island Cityfest: A Holmes Beach Founders Day Celebration, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried art show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 10, Roser Memorial Community Church chapel rededication, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

Save the date

• March 16, Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour of Homes, various island locations.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 24, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 30, Anna Maria Island Historical Society Heritage Festival, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 31, Easter.

• April 22, Earth Day.

• May 4, Food and Wine on Pine, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-8705.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.

Wednesday, Feb. 13

Today is Ash Wednesday.

11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.

        2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents mystery novelist H. Terrell Griffin, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Thursday, Feb. 14

Today is Valentine’s Day.

5 p.m. — The Islander Promise Day sunset commitment celebration and dinner, Manatee Public Beach/Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-7978.

8-11 p.m. — Big Band/Sweetheart Dance presented by the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center at the center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.

Friday, Feb. 15

6:22 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Saturday, Feb. 16

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting with Ana Guillermo of H2U, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Shirley Dean, “Acrylic Painting Techniques.” Information: 941-778-6648.

Sunday, Feb. 17

4 p.m. — Concert at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, featuring pianist Bob Milne, with a reception after the concert. Information: 941-778-0414.

7 p.m. — CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts the Redeemed gospel quartet. Information: 941-778-0719.

Monday, Feb. 18

Today is President’s Day.

Tuesday, Feb. 19

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

2 p.m. — New York Times bestselling author Echo Heron of Cortez lectures at the Island Library, 5701 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

6:30 p.m. — Vitamin Seas Health Food Store, 3228 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts health and wellness coach Alec Grae talking about spicing up life with food. Information: 941-778-5015.

Wednesday, Feb. 20

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

Noon – Anna Maria Garden Club meeting, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

6 p.m. — Arts and crafts for tweens at the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Off-island

Thursday, Feb. 14

9:30 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, hosts a heart and health seminar. Information: 941-383-6491.

5:30 p.m. — “A Valentine’s Broadway Romance,” Golden Apple Celebrity Theatre, 25 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-366-5604.

6 p.m. — Longboat Key Kiwanis Foundation Valentine’s Ball, Longboat Key Club’s Harbourside Ballroom on Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-706-1983.

Saturday, Feb. 16

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival with food, arts and crafts, adventure activities, lectures and music. Entrance off Cortez Road at 119th Street West. Offsite parking with shuttles available from G.T. Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave. Drive W., Bradenton, and Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-4524.

Sunday, Feb. 17

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival with food, arts and crafts, adventure activities, lectures and music. Entrance off Cortez Road at 119th Street West. Offsite parking with shuttles available from G.T. Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave. Drive W., Bradenton, and Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-4524.

3 p.m. — Eleonora Lvov performs a concert at the Longboat Key Education Center, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-8811.

Ongoing

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays, Feb. 20 through Easter, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, Holmes Beach, hosts soup suppers at 6 p.m. Information: 941-778-1813.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Feb. 22, Community dinner — spaghetti supper —Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Feb. 23-24, Pines Trailer Park street sale and bake sale, near the Historic Bridge Street Pier in Bradenton Beach. Information: 810-955-2287

• Feb. 24, Florida Maritime Museum’s Titanic Fashion Luncheon, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Fee applies. Information: 941-708-6121.

        • Feb. 24, Pirates spring training games begin, McKechnie Field, 1611 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information:  941-747-3031.

Save the date

• March 1-2, Island Cityfest: A Holmes Beach Founders Day Celebration, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried art show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 10, Roser Memorial Community Church chapel rededication, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 16, Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour of Homes, various island locations.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 24, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 30, Anna Maria Island Historical Society Heritage Festival, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

AME Calendar

February

Monday, Feb. 18, Presidents Day — no school.

Wednesday, Feb. 20, third-quarter progress reports.

Friday, Feb. 22, lockdown drill, 1:15 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 23, PTO Winter Wonder Island event at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 26, “America Sings,” second-grade play, auditorium, 7 p.m., preceded by PTO dinner provided by the Feast, 5 p.m.

March

Friday, March 1, Read Across America.

Monday, March 4, School Advisory Council meeting, media center, 3:15 p.m.

Monday-Friday, March 11-15, spring break — no school.

Tuesday, March 19, spring picture day.

Tuesday, March 19, PTO board meeting, conference room, 8:45 a.m.

Tuesday, March 26, Birthday Book Club, media center, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, March 26, talent show and dinner.

Friday, March 29, Good Friday — no school.

Anna Maria Elementary School, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 941-708-5525, www.manatee.k12.fl.us/sites/elementary/annamaria.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.

Wednesday, Feb. 6

6:16 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Thursday, Feb. 7

        2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Jennifer Bennett, a volunteer lecturer for Southeastern Guide Dogs, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Friday, Feb. 8

2 p.m. — Alzheimer’s support group meeting, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

4-6 p.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, previews a white elephant sale. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1638.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Artwalk in downtown Holmes Beach, with galleries and boutiques holding receptions and open houses. Information: 941-778-6648.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a reception for artist Terry Denson as part of Artwalk. Information: 941-778-6648.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — As part of Artwalk, an artist reception with photographer Chris Collins, the Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, hosts a reception for Jay Canterbury and his exhibit. Information: 941-778-2099.

Saturday, Feb. 9

        8 a.m.-3 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and board meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation white elephant sale, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1638.

10 a.m. — Origami workshop, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

10 a.m. — Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Roger Rockefeller, “Watercolor Painting Techniques.” Information: 941-778-6648.

6 p.m. — Sinatra Sings supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.

Sunday, Feb. 10

Today is the Chinese New Year.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

2 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra all-Beethoven concert, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.

Monday, Feb. 11

7:11 a.m. — Official sunrise time.

Tuesday, Feb. 12

Happy Mardi Gras.

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Feb. 13

Today is Ash Wednesday.

11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players meeting and lunch, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.

        2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents author H. Terrell Griffin on writing mysteries, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Off-island

Thursday, Feb. 7

9:30 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, hosts a financial seminar. Information: 941-383-6491.

Friday, Feb. 8

Noon-4 p.m. — Village of the Arts Annual Open Studio Tour featuring 18 artists at work, Village of the Arts, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West area, Bradenton. Information: 941-447-3795.

Saturday, Feb. 9

Noon-4 p.m. — Village of the Arts Annual Open Studio Tour featuring 18 artists at work, Village of the Arts, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West area, Bradenton. Information: 941-447-3795.

Tuesday, Feb. 12

11:30 a.m. — Longboat Key Democratic Club honors the memory of civil rights leader Carroll Johnson and a lunch, Longboat Key Club & Resort, 220 Sands Point Road, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-4899.

Wednesday, Feb. 13

3 p.m. — Islander Tom Aposporos presents “Frost, Whitman and Langston Hughes: Poems About America,” the Longboat Key Education Center, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-8811.

Ongoing

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Thursdays, through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Feb. 14, Big Band/Sweetheart Dance presented by the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

• Feb. 16-17, Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival – Better Fish to Fry, on the waterfront in the historic fishing village of Cortez. Fee applies. Information: XXXXXXX.

• Feb. 17, St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach, serves a pancake breakfast. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-4769.

• Feb. 17, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, hosts pianist Bob Milne in concert, followed by a reception. Information: 941-778-0414.

• Feb. 18, President’s Day.

• Feb. 22, Spaghetti supper, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Feb. 24, Pirates spring training begins, McKechnie Field, 1611 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information:  941-747-3031.

Save the date

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 1-2, Island Cityfest, city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried art show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.

Wednesday, Jan. 30

2 p.m. — Basics of Alzheimer’s disease, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Thursday, Jan. 31

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island presents Mark Polomchak leading a watercolor workshop, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-6694.

Friday, Feb. 1

6:12 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Saturday, Feb. 2

Today is Groundhog Day.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting with Rich Hughes of Goodwill, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration by Nancy Law on using acrylics. Information: 941-778-6648.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. —Kids Day celebration, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0719.

Sunday, Feb. 3

8:30-11:30 a.m. — Pancake breakfast, St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-4769.

• 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Bridge Street Market-sponsored Chowder Cookoff, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 215-906-0668.

6:30 p.m. — Super Bowl kick-off, Ravens vs. 49ers.

Monday, Feb. 4

1:30 p.m. — Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meeting with Keeton’s Arts and Office Supply, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

Tuesday, Feb. 5

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Feb. 6

6:16 p.m. — Official sunset time.

Off-island

Wednesday, Jan. 30

5:30 p.m. — The Longboat Key Garden Club’s A Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show, Longboat Key Club, Harbourside, 220 Sands Point Road, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-8030.

Friday, Feb. 1

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Village of the Arts Sweethearts Artwalk, various galleries and shops, Village of the Arts, around 12th Avenue West and 12th Street West, Bradenton. Information: 941-747- 8056.

Ongoing

• Through Feb. 3, Island Players present “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. The theater is dark Mondays. Fee applies.

• Through Feb. 3 — Manatee Players present Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes,” 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Info:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Thursdays, Jan. 17-through spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Info: 941-779-0564.

Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

• Feb. 9, Sinatra Sings buffet supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

• Feb. 10, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra all-Beethoven 20th anniversary concert, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-8585.

• Feb. 14, Big Band Dance Sweetheart presented by the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

Save the date

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried arts and crafts show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club annual Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

Calendar announcements

Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone.

Wednesday, Jan. 23

6:05 p.m. — The official sunset time.

Thursday, Jan. 24

7:21 a.m. — The official sunrise time.

Friday, Jan. 25

5-7 p.m. — Community dinner — pork and sauerkraut —Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-3580.

5-7 p.m. — Forks and Corks wine-tasting and celebration, Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 525 St. Judes Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-0777.

Saturday, Jan. 26

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting with Vicki Bartz on “How to talk to your doctor,” Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, with Betsy Kennedy hand-stamping for silver jewelry. Information: 941-778-6648.

        2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Paul Stonebridge, a librarian, talking about “Travels on Six Continents,” Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

6 p.m. —Forks and Corks wine dinner and celebration, the Sandbar Restaurant, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8705.

Sunday, Jan. 27

7 p.m. — All Island Denominations annual ecumenical service, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

Monday, Jan. 28

7:19 a.m. — The official sunrise time.

6 p.m. — Spaghetti dinner, St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-2508.

Tuesday, Jan. 29

10 a.m. — Artist Anne Abgott teaches a workshop on “Spoonbills,” the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1906.

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Jan. 30

2 p.m. — Basics of Alzheimer’s disease, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Off-island

Thursday, Jan. 24

5:30 p.m. — 65th anniversary exhibition reception, South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies for non-members. Information: 941-746-4131, ext. 13.

Saturday, Jan. 26

7:45 a.m. — Manatee County Audubon Society field trip, Urfer Park, carpool from Lowe’s, State Road 70 and Interstate 75. Fee applies for non-members. Information: 941-792-9235.

11:30 a.m. — Saints Peter and Paul The Apostles Catholic Church and CWA’s “Gone with the Wind” Ladies Historical Fashion Presentation and Luncheon, Moretti Center, 2850 75th St. W., 
Bradenton. Fee applies. No tickets sold at the door. Information: 941-761-9568.

Sunday, Jan. 27

2 p.m. – Stars of Tomorrow 25th anniversary concert presented by the Sarasota Opera and sponsored by the Bradenton Opera Guild, Bayshore High School, 5401 34th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-358-5660.

Ongoing

• Through Feb. 3, Island Players present “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. The theater is dark Mondays. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.

• Through Feb. 3, Manatee Players present Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes,” 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.

• Through Jan. 27, Manatee County Fair: Manatee Goes Hollywood, fairgrounds, 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-8951.

• Through Jan. 25, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island juried art show, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-753-5004.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through the spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Thursdays, through the spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

• Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Inquiring Minds religious study group meets, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4579.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

• Feb. 9, Sinatra Sings buffet supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

• Feb. 9-10, Arts and crafts show to benefit the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 352-344-0657.

• Feb. 10, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra all-Beethoven 20th anniversary concert, Crosspointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-8585.

• Feb. 14, Big Band Dance Sweetheart presented by the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

Save the date

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 2, the Anna Maria Island Historical Society Heritage Festival, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 9-10, Anna Maria Island Art League Springfest juried arts and crafts show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

• March 11, spring break begins for Manatee County public school students.

• March 20, Anna Maria Garden Club annual Penny Flower Show, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

• March 22, community dinner — fish fry by A.P. Bell Fish Co. —Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.

The Anna Maria Island Democratic Club celebrates the second inauguration of President Barack Obama at the Seafood Shack, 4110 127th W., Cortez, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21. For more information, call 941-794-2571. Islander Courtesy Photo

Wednesday, Jan. 16

Noon — Anna Maria Garden Club meeting with speaker Jim Boyer, president of the Tampa Bay African Violet Society, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Melissa Cain Nell of the Manatee County Natural Resources Department speaking about Emerson Point Preserve, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Thursday, Jan. 17

2 p.m. — The Island Library hosts a knitting clinic, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

        8 p.m. — The Island Players opening night of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” which continues through Feb. 3, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.

Friday, Jan. 18

9 a.m. — Keep Manatee Beautiful and the city of Holmes Beach celebrate Florida Arbor Day with a tree-planting, 77th Street and Marina Drive. The event is open to the public.

Noon — Keep Manatee Beautiful, the city of Bradenton Beach and Bridge Street Merchants celebrate Florida Arbor Day, Bridge Street-Bay Drive roundabout. The event is open to the public.

Saturday, Jan. 19

        8 a.m.-3 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and meeting with Elliott Falcione of the local tourism bureau, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.

10 a.m. — Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, “Painting Wild Animals in Watercolors” with Barbara Hines. Information: 941-778-6648.

10 a.m. — Income tax workshop, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

6 p.m. — Night with Neil Diamond supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.

Sunday, Jan. 20

4 p.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, hosts Italian pianist Davide Cabassi, with a reception after the concert. Information: 941-778-0414.

        Call for time — Island Players audition for “’Till Beth Do Us Part,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.

Monday, Jan. 21

11 a.m.-2 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Democratic Club inauguration celebration, the Seafood Shack, 4110 127th W., Cortez. Fee applies. Information: 941-794-2571.

Tuesday, Jan. 22

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Jan. 23

7:21 a.m. — Official sunrise. The day is 10:44 hours long.

Off-island

Wednesday, Jan. 16

12:30 p.m. — Manatee River Garden Club meeting with Barbara Hoey of Decorated Garden, 3120 First Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-870-2259.

4:30 p.m. — Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 5600 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, hosts a wine-tasting to benefit Save Our Seabirds. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-0777.

Thursday, Jan. 17

6:30 p.m. — Manatee County Audubon Society meeting with Florida chapter president Eric Draper, First United Methodist Church of Palmetto, 330 11th Ave., W., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2222.

7 p.m. — Longboat Key Historical Society lecture with professor Gary Mormino talking about Florida before and after WWII, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-1598.

Saturday, Jan. 19

7:45 a.m. — Manatee County Audubon Society field trip, Lettuce Lake Regional Park, carpool from Lowe’s, State Road 70 and Interstate 75. Fee applies for non-members. Information: 941-792-9235.

9 a.m. — Manatee-Sarasota Sierra Club hike in Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th St. NW., Bradenton. Information: 941-752-3200.

Sunday, Jan. 20

3 p.m. — Young pianist Noah Waddell performs in concert at the Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-6491.

Monday, Jan. 21

        10:30 a.m. — Longboat Key Democratic Club Inauguration Brunch, Longboat Key Club and Resort, 220 Sands Point Road, Longboat Key, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-362-0520.

Ongoing

• Jan. 17-Feb. 3 — Manatee Players present Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes,” 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.

• Jan. 17-27, Manatee County Fair: Manatee Goes Hollywood, fairgrounds, 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-8951.

• Through Jan. 25, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island juried art show, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-753-5004.

• Through March 1, Syd Solomon exhibit, Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive S., Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-2345.

• Through March 1, Florida Highwaymen exhibit, Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive S., Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-2345.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through the spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Thursdays, through the spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

        • First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Jan. 26, Wine dinner and Forks and Corks celebration, the Sandbar Restaurant, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8705.

• Feb. 9, Sinatra Sings supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.

• Feb. 10, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, 20th anniversary celebration, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-8585.

• Feb. 10, St. Bernard Catholic Church Suncoast Mummers String Band concert, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee apples. Information: 941-778-4769.

• Feb. 12, Mardi Gras.

Save the date

• Feb. 14, Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island Sweethearts big band dance at the Anna Maria Island Community Center.

• Feb. 22, Spaghetti supper at the Annie Silver Community Center.

• Feb. 24, Pirates spring training begins at McKechnie Field.

• March 2, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale at the Island Branch Library.

• March 11, spring break begins for Manatee County public schools.

Calendar announcements

        Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.

Wednesday, Jan. 9

Noon — Off Stage Ladies meeting and luncheon, Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant, 800 Broadway St., Longboat Key. Information: 941-799-2181.

Thursday, Jan. 10

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Chuck Sidlow, a performer with Circus Sarasota, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

5-7 p.m. — Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island reception and awards ceremony for Inspirations, an all-media juried show, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-753-5004.

Friday, Jan. 11

2 p.m. — Alzheimer’s disease support group, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts the Artwalk event and reception for artist Barbara Orear. Information: 941-778-6648.

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Artwalk event, artist reception for Wendell Graham, the Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

Saturday, Jan. 12

8 a.m.-noon — Roser Thrift Shop yard sale, 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-779-2733.

8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast and board meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.

10 a.m. — Island Origami, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

10 a.m. — The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, Caroline Whitmore, “Watercolor Painting Techniques.” Information: 941-778-6648.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Coquina Beach Winterfest arts and crafts show benefiting Bradenton Beach’s Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-379-0951.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Author and historian Carolyne Norwood signs copies of her island histories at Ginny’s and Jane E’s at the Old IGA, 9807 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0492.

2-4 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library host a 30th anniversary celebration, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-34217.

3-5 p.m. — A reception for artist Sharon Young and her show, “Beyond Words,” the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. The show runs through Jan. 25. Information: 941-778-1906.

Sunday, Jan. 13

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Coquina Beach Winterfest arts and crafts show benefiting Bradenton Beach’s Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-379-0951.

Monday, Jan. 14

5:58 p.m. — Official sunset time for Anna Maria Island.

Tuesday, Jan. 15

Noon — Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch and meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Wednesday, Jan. 16

Noon — Anna Maria Garden Club meeting with speaker Jim Boyer, president of the Tampa Bay African Violet Society, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.

2 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Melissa Cain Nell from the Manatee County Natural Resources Department speaking about exploring Emerson Point Preserve, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-778-34217.

Off-island

Sunday, Jan. 13

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Winter Festival antiques and art fair, the Centre Shops of Longboat Key, 5380 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-1901.

Wednesday, Jan. 16

12:30 p.m. — Manatee River Garden Club meeting with Barbara Hoey of Decorated Garden, 3120 First Ave., W., Bradenton. Information: 941-870-2259.

6 p.m. — Taste magazine Chef’s Competition to benefit All Faiths Food Bank, Freedom Village, 6406 21st Ave. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-366-7950.

Ongoing

• Through Jan. 25, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island juried art show, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-753-5004.

• Through April 28, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, hosts Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

• Wednesdays through the spring, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, sells homemade settlers bread. Information: 941-778-0492.

• Wednesdays through March, 1-3 p.m., Anna Maria Irish Ceili dancers, Mannatee Sports Grill, 7423 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 779-1416.

• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• First Wednesdays, Mana-Tween Book Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information:  941-748-5555, ext. 6318.

• Second Wednesdays, 8 a.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.

• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

• Thursdays, Jan. 17-through the spring, bingo games, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee may apply. Information: 941-962-8835.

• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party presented by local merchants, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Food donations requested for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.

• Fourth Fridays, through March, community dinners, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3580.

• First Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Audubon open house, 9:30 a.m. Audubon Walk, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto, Information: 941-729-2227.

• Third Sundays, through May, 9-11 a.m., Junior Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.

• Sundays, through April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge for charity. Information: 215-906-0668.

• Mondays, 1 p.m., bridge games, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.

• First Mondays, through May, 6:30 p.m., the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island meets at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.

• Third Mondays, September through May, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club lunch meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.

• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.

• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meets, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.

Coming up

• Jan. 17, the Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.

• Jan. 17-27, Manatee County Fair: Manatee Goes Hollywood, fairgrounds, 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-8951.

• Jan. 19, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.

• Jan. 21, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club inauguration celebration, the Seafood Shack, 4110 127th W., Cortez. Fee applies. Information: 941-794-2571.

• Jan. 25, Community dinner — pork and sauerkraut — Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-3580.

Save the date

• Feb. 9, Sinatra Sings supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center.

• Feb. 10, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, 20th anniversary celebration, CrossPointe Fellowship.

• Feb. 24, Pirates spring training begins, McKechnie Field.

• March 2, Anna Maria Island Historical Society Heritage Festival, with tours, music, arts and crafts and food on the museum grounds.

Calendar announcements

Send calendar announcements to calendar@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via email and phone. The deadline for submissions is the Wednesday before publication.