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Calendar – 01-02-2013
Wednesday, Jan. 2
1 p.m. — Gulf Coast Writers meet with local author Diane Robertson, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-928-5302.
Thursday, Jan. 3
5-7 p.m. — Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3400.
Saturday, Jan. 5
8:30 a.m. — The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria meets for breakfast and a program — Wendy Webb talking about “property tips,” 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, “Cards Created with Watercolor Pencil.” Information: 941-778-6648.
Sunday, Jan. 6
10 a.m.–4 p.m. — Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge. Information: 215-906-0668.
Monday, Jan. 7
6:30 p.m. — Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria meeting and program, “What is it like to travel to Cuba Now?” Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
Wednesday, Jan. 9
Noon — Off Stage Ladies meeting and luncheon, Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant, 800 Broadway St., Longboat Key. Information: 941-799-2181.
Off-island
Friday, Jan. 4
6:30-9 p.m. — Opening reception for “Florida Winter,” the Joan Peters Gallery, 1210 11th Ave., W., Village of the Arts, Bradenton. Also, the First Friday Art Walk in the Village of the Arts. Information: 941-365-9960.
Sunday, Jan. 6
4 p.m. — New Year’s Romance on the Piano concert, Eleonara Lvov, Manatee Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 322 15th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-358-0235.
Tuesday, Jan. 8
8:30 a.m. — Manatee County Audubon Society field trip, Emerson Point, 5801 17th St. W., Palmetto. Fee applies for non-members. Information: 941-776-8424.
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 4, Signature Show exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Jan. 8-25, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island 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 season, 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.
• 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.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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.
• 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, 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. 10, 5-7 p.m., Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island reception and awards ceremony for Inspirations all-media juried show, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-753-5004.
• Jan. 12, 8 a.m.-noon, Roser Thrift Shop yard sale, 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-779-2733.
• Jan. 12, noon-4 p.m., coed adult cornhole tournament, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
• Jan. 12, 2-4 p.m., Friends of the Island Library host a 30th anniversary celebration, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-34217.
• Jan. 17, 8 p.m., the Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” which continues through Feb. 3, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.
Save the date
• Jan. 17-27, Manatee County Fair: Manatee Goes Hollywood, Palmetto. Information: 941-722-8951.
• Jan. 19, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.
• Jan. 19, Night with Neil Diamond supper and show, Anna Maria Island Community Center, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
• Jan. 21, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club inauguration and viewing celebration, Cortez. Information: 941-794-2571.
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.
Islander Calendar – 12-26-2012
3, 2, 1 … Happy new year!
The BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., celebrates the arrival of 2013 with a public fireworks display and a restaurant party. The light show takes place at midnight on New Year’s Eve on the Gulf of Mexico shore in the 200 block of Gulf Drive North. Islander File Photo
Wednesday, Dec. 26
Kwanzaa begins.
Thursday, Dec. 27
Friday, Dec. 28
Saturday, Dec. 29
Sunday, Dec. 30
Monday, Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve.
Midnight — Fireworks at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-2222.
Tuesday, Jan. 1
New Year’s Day.
Noon — Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub annual Shamrock Shiver plunge benefiting Caring for Children Charities, Gulf Drive and 12th Street South, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-2489.
Wednesday, Jan. 2
1 p.m. — Gulf Coast Writers meet with local author Diane Robertson, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-928-5302.
Off-island
Saturday, Dec. 29
8 p.m. — Manatee Players presents “Two on Tap,” 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Sunday, Dec. 30
2 p.m. — Manatee Players presents “Two on Tap,” 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 4, Signature Show exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• 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.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• First Wednesdays, beginning in January, 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.
• Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.
• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 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.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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.
• Through May, third Sundays, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Through April 10, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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.
• 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. 5, The Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, hosts a free demonstration, “Cards Created with Watercolor Pencil.” Information: 941-778-6648.
• Jan. 9, Off Stage Ladies meeting and luncheon, Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant, 800 Broadway St., Longboat Key. Information: 941-799-2181.
• Jan. 10, 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.
• Jan. 12, Friends of the Island Library host a 30th anniversary celebration, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-34217.
• Jan. 16, 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.
• Jan. 17, The Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” which continues through Feb. 3, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.
Save the date
• Jan. 21, Longboat Key Democratic Club Inauguration Brunch, Longboat Key Club and Resort. Information: 941-362-0520.
• Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.
• 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. 14, Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island Sweethearts big band dance benefiting Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
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.
Islander Calendar – 12-19-2012
At sunset Dec. 22, the Local Group of Deep Sky Observers will set up telescopes for stargazers at Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Courtesy LGDSO
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Noon – Anna Maria Garden Club meeting, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.
Thursday, Dec. 20
10 a.m. — Island book club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.
Friday, Dec. 21
First day of winter.
Saturday, Dec. 22
1 p.m. — Teen winter crafts, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Where’s Woody art and yard sale, The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-7978.
Sunset — Stargazing, Local Group of Deep Sky Observers, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-342-9632.
Sunday, Dec. 23
Shop local. Buy local. Dine local.
Monday, Dec. 24
Christmas Eve.
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Christmas.
Wednesday, Dec. 26
Kwanzaa begins.
Off-island
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Through Jan. 4, Signature Show exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• 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.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• First Wednesdays, beginning in January, 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.
• Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., Thirsty Thursdays specials and activities, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.
• Fourth Wednesdays, 5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business-card exchange. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 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.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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.
• Through May, third Sundays, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Through April 10, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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.
• Third Mondays, 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
• Dec. 29, 8 p.m., Manatee Players presents “Two on Tap,” 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton.
• Dec. 31, midnight, New Year’s Eve fireworks at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive, N., Bradenton Beach.
• Jan. 1, New Year’s Day.
• 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.
• Jan. 12, 2-4 p.m. — Friends of the Island Library host a 30th anniversary celebration, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
• Jan. 17, 8 p.m. — The Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” which continues through Feb. 3, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria.
Save the date
• Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach.
• Feb. 10, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
• Feb. 14, Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island Sweethearts big band dance benefiting 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.
Islander Calendar – 12-12-2012
Wednesday, Dec. 12
7:45 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast, Sign of the Mermaid, 9707 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
6:30 p.m. — Vitamin Seas Health Food Store wellness seminar on strong immune systems, 3228 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-5015.
Thursday, Dec. 13
2-4 p.m. — Artists’ reception, Signature Show watercolor exhibit by the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
Friday, Dec. 14
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Anna Maria businesses Holiday of Treasures walk, featuring a visit with Santa and merchant open houses, Pine Avenue, Gulf Drive and Bay Boulevard. Information: 941-778-0785.
5 p.m. — CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, celebrates the winter holiday season with hayrides, music and children’s games. Information: 941-778-0719.
8 p.m. — Island Players performance, Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap,” 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
Saturday, Dec. 15
10 a.m. — Bridge Street holiday sales and open houses — a prelude to Christmas on Bridge Street, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-8705.
Noon — The Women of the Moose No. 1601’s annual Children’s Christmas Party, Anna Maria Island Moose Lodge 2188, 110 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Pre-registration required. Information: 941-778-4410.
1-8 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Rescue the Sleigh benefit, Drift-In, 120 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-798-9266.
3-7 p.m. — Christmas on Bridge Street celebration with Santa and merchant open houses, Bridge Street and Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-8705.
6:30 p.m. — Bethlehem Walk, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.
7 p.m. — Cortez Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade, Intracoastal Waterway from Mar Vista on Longboat Key to Seafood Shack Marina in Cortez.
8 p.m. — Island Players performance, “The Mousetrap,” 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
Sunday, Dec. 16
2 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, Island Holidays, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.
Monday, Dec. 17
Noon — Anna Maria Island Democratic Club meeting and lunch, the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Noon – Anna Maria Garden Club meeting and holiday celebration, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-2607.
Off-island
Wednesday, Dec. 12
2 p.m. — Christmas with the Ditchfield Family Singers concert, Manatee Players, 102 12th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Thursday, Dec. 13
11:30 a.m. — The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce holiday luncheon, Holiday Inn Lido Beach, 233 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-2466.
Saturday, Dec. 15
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Florida Cracker Christmas celebration, Manatee Village Historical Park, 1404 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-741-4075.
6:30-8:30 p.m. — De Soto National Memorial, fourth annual Winter Luminary Walk, with music, food, activities, 8300 De Soto Memorial Highway, Bradenton. Information: 941-792-0458.
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Through Jan. 4, Signature Show exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• 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.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
First Wednesdays, beginning in January, 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, 5-7 p.m., Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.
• 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.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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.
• Through May, third Sundays, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Through April 10, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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.
• Third Mondays, 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
• Dec. 20, 10 a.m., Book club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
• Dec. 21, first day of winter.
• Dec. 22, sunset, stargazing, Holmes Beach City Hall field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
• Dec. 25, Christmas.
• Dec. 29, 8 p.m., Manatee Players presents “Two on Tap,” 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton.
• Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve.
Save the date
• Jan. 10, Friends of the Island Library lecture and travel series presents Chuck Sidlow.
• Jan. 12, Friends of the Island Library host a 30th anniversary celebration, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
• Jan. 17, The Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” which continues through Feb. 3, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria.
• Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach.
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.
Islander Calendar – 12-05-2012
Wednesday, Dec. 5
11:30 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon, Gulf Drive Cafe & Tiki, 900 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
1:15 p.m. — Gulf Coast Writers meet, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3209.
Thursday, Dec. 6
2 p.m. — Knitting clinic, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341
Friday, Dec. 7
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Island Gallery West reception for featured artist Brenda Alcorn, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6648.
5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. — Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island reception for Patricia Curtis, Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6694.
5-8 p.m. — Holmes Beach Downtown Holiday Open House, Marina and Gulf drives, Holmes Beach. Features visits with Santa and the Anna Maria Island Privateers at The Islander. Information: 941-778-1541.
Saturday, Dec. 8
9:30 a.m. — REAL Women Christmas Brunch, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0719.
9:30 a.m. — Family origami, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341
10 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, from Bayfront Park, Anna Maria, to Coquina Beach Gulfside Park, Bradenton Beach, parade route is mostly along Pine Avenue/Gulf Drive/Marina Drive and back onto Gulf Drive. Information: 941-752-5973.
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Art League Winterfest arts and crafts show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-2099.
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Privateers Party with Santa, gifts for children, lunch and refreshments free. Adults: donation for lunch, refreshments. Coquina Beach Gulfside Park, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-752-5973.
Sunday, Dec. 9
Hanukkah.
10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. — Brawn on the Beach amateur strength competition to benefit Hope Family Services, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-2222.
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Art League Winterfest arts and crafts show, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-2099.
Tuesday, Dec. 11
10:30 a.m. — Lawton Chiles Christmas for Kids Party — for a pre-selected daycare, Sandbar Restaurant, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-8709.
Wednesday, Dec. 12
7:45 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast, Sign of the Mermaid, 9707 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players luncheon and gift exchange, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181
Off-island
Friday, Dec. 7
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Reception for Joan Peters’ exhibit “Seashores of the Suncoast,” Joan Peters Gallery, Village of the Arts, 1210 11th Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-365-9960.
Saturday, Dec. 8
10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. — Magic Box Theatre presents “Rumplestiltskin,” Ramada Waterfront, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
7 p.m. — Dance Theatre of Bradenton performs “The Nutcracker,” Manatee High School Davis Center for the Performing Arts, 1902 33rd St. E., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 855-222-2849.
Sunday, Dec. 9
4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. — Jazz at First Church featuring Johnny Moore, Dominic Mancini, Tommy Goodman and Bob Switzer, First United Methodist Church, 104 S. Pineapple St., Sarasota. Information: 941-955-0935.
2 p.m. — Dance Theatre of Bradenton performs “The Nutcracker,” Manatee High School Davis Center for the Performing Arts, 1902 33rd St. E., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 855-222-2849.
Tuesday, Dec. 11
7 p.m. — PLATO’s byKids4Kids presents “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” Ramada Waterfront, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
Wednesday, Dec. 12
2 p.m. — Christmas with the Ditchfield Family Singers concert, Manatee Players, 102 12th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
7 p.m. — PLATO’s byKids4Kids presents “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” Ramada Waterfront, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• 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.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 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.
• 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.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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.
• Through May, third Sundays, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Through April 10, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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.
• Third Mondays, 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
• Dec. 13, 2-4 p.m., Artists’ reception, Signature Show exhibit, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria.
• Dec. 14, 5-8 p.m., the Anna Maria businesses host a Christmas Walk, Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive.
• Dec. 15, noon, the Women of the Moose No. 1601’s annual Children’s Christmas Party, Anna Maria Island Moose Lodge 2188, 110 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach.
• Dec. 15, 3-7 p.m., Christmas on Bridge Street, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.
• Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m., Bethlehem Walk, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.
• Dec. 16, 2 p.m., Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert, Island Holidays, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
Save the date
• Dec. 25, Christmas.
• Dec. 29, the Manatee Players’ presents “Two on Tap.”
• Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve.
• Jan. 17, the Island Players’ opening of “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody.”
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.
AME Calendar
December
Monday, Dec. 10-Friday, Dec. 14: 8-8:30 a.m., Holiday Shopper, school store.
Tuesday, Dec. 11: 8:45 a.m., Parent Teacher Organization board meeting, conference room.
Monday, Dec. 17-Tuesday, Dec. 18: kindergarten and first-grade holiday decorating centers, K-1 classrooms.
Tuesday, Dec. 18, 5-7 p.m., PTO dinner by Moore’s Stone Crab in the cafeteria followed at 7 p.m. by the fifth-grade play, “The Legend of the Poinsettia,” in the auditorium.
Monday, Dec. 24-Monday, Dec. 31, winter break.
January
Tuesday, Jan. 1-Monday, Jan. 7, winter break continued, and Tuesday, Jan 8: students return.
Saturday, Jan. 12: Dolphin Dash, 8 a.m.
Thursday, Jan. 24, FCAT Parent Night: time to be determined.
Anna Maria Elementary School, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 941-708-5525, www.manatee.k12.fl.us/sites/elementary/annamaria.
Islander Calendar – 11-28-2012
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Wednesday, Nov. 28
5 p.m. — Nocturnal Neighbors environmental education program, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341
Thursday, Nov. 29
8 p.m. — The Island Players’ opening of “The Dixie Swim Club,” which continues through Dec. 9, Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
Friday, Nov. 30
5-10 p.m. — Concert in the Park, Holmes Beach city field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-748-2163.
5:30 p.m. — The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunset Christmas tree lighting, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1541.
Saturday, Dec. 1
9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Holly Berry Bazaar, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1638.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Lester Family Fun Day, an old-fashioned holiday party, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
Sunday, Dec. 2
7:30 p.m. — Island Players audition for “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.
Monday, Dec. 3,
6 p.m. — Christmas dinner meeting, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island, 700 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-2039.
Wednesday, Dec. 5
11:30 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon, Gulf Drive Cafe & Tiki, 900 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
1:15 p.m. — Gulf Coast Writers meets, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3209.
Off-island
Friday, Nov. 30
7 p.m. — Sea Lion Soiree benefit, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441, ext. 509.
Saturday, Dec. 1
10 a.m.-8 p.m. — Bradenton Blues Festival, featuring food, art and music, the Riverwalk, downtown Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-681-0708.
7 p.m. — The Magic of Manatee Chorus “Christmas Extravaganza,” Bradenton Christian High School auditorium, 3304 43rd St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-9665.
7 p.m. — American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 Country to Pop tribute to Patsy Cline, Post 24, 2000 75th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-209-2212.
Monday, Dec. 3,
6 p.m. — FISH annual Christmas Party, Fisherman’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.
Tuesday, Dec. 4
8 p.m. — State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota holiday concert, Neel Performing Arts Center, SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-752-525.
Ongoing
• Dec. 1 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.
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 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.
• 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. Bring food donations for Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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 Saturdays through May, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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, Fishermen’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.
• Third Mondays, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club 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
• Dec. 7, Holmes Beach Merchants’ Holiday Open House, Marina and Gulf drives, Holmes Beach. Features visits with Santa at The Islander. Information: 941-778-1541.
• Dec. 8, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, from Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Gulfside Park/Beach, Bradenton Beach, mostly along Gulf Drive. Information: 941-752-5973.
• Dec. 9, Brawn on the Beach amateur strength competition and Hope Family Services benefit, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-2222.
Save the date
• Dec. 15, The Women of the Moose No. 1601’s annual Children’s Christmas Party.
• Dec. 16, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra concert at CrossPointe Fellowship.
Send calendar announcements to news@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.
Islander Calendar – 11-21-2012
Wednesday, Nov. 21
7 p.m. — All Island Denominations ecumenical service, St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4769.
Thursday, Nov. 22
Thanksgiving.
10 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church Thanksgiving service, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.
2 p.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church Thanksgiving dinner, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Reservations required. Information: 941-778-0414.
Friday, Nov. 23
Black Friday. Shop local. Buy local. Dine local.
Noon-5 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Community Center Dodge Ball Tournament, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908, ext. 9219.
Saturday, Nov. 24
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Centennial Craft Fair, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.
Wednesday, Nov. 28
11 a.m. — Giving Back, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, reopens. Information: 941-778-6341.
Off-island
Saturday, Nov. 24
1-5 p.m. — The American Legion Red, White & Blues concert, benefiting the veterans relief fund, Kirby Stewart Post 24, 2000 75th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-209-2212.
Monday, Nov. 26
6:30 p.m. — Manatee-Sarasota Sierra Club potluck supper and full moon beach walk, Lido Beach, Sarasota, Reservations by Nov. 25. Information: 941-752-3200.
Ongoing
• Through Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.
• First Wednesdays, noon, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon. Location varies. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 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.
• 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. Bring food donations for the Roser Food Pantry. Information: 941-896-3132.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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 Saturdays through May, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. The first Sundays include a food challenge.
• 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, Fishermen’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-254-4972.
• Third Mondays, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club 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
• Nov. 30, the Sea Lion Soiree benefit, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441, ext. 509.
• Nov. 30, the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunset Christmas tree lighting, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1541.
• Dec. 1, The Magic of Manatee Chorus “Christmas Extravaganza,” Bradenton Christian High School auditorium, 3304 43rd St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-9665.
• Dec. 2, Island Players audition for “A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755.
• Dec. 7, Holmes Beach Merchants’ Holiday Open House, Marina and Gulf drives, Holmes Beach. Features lighting of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Christmas tree at dusk and visits with Santa at The Islander. Information: 941-778-1541.
• Dec. 8, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, from Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Gulfside Park/Beach, Bradenton Beach, mostly along Gulf Drive. Information: 941-752-5973.
Save the date
• Dec. 9, Brawn on the Beach, Bradenton Beach.
• Dec. 15, Christmas on Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.
• Dec. 15, Bethlehem Walk, Anna Maria.
• Dec. 16, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra holiday concert, Holmes Beach.
• Dec. 21, first day of winter.
Send calendar announcements to news@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.
Islander Calendar – 11-14-2012
Wednesday, Nov. 14
9-11:30 a.m. — Plant sale, Anna Maria Garden Club, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-567-5530.
11:30 a.m. — Off Stage Ladies Wicked Wizard of Oz Silent Auction and luncheon, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.
6:30-8 p.m. — Smoothie demonstration, Vitamin Seas Health Food Store, 3228 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-779-5015.
Friday, Nov. 16
5-9 p.m. — Grand openings for several businesses in the Anna Maria Historic Green Village and PAR coincide with the Pine Avenue Porch Party, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Information: 941-993-3356.
5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. — Travis Lofland of Discovery Channel’s “Deadliest Catch” book signing, Anna Maria Island Accommodations and the Flip Flop Shop and Candy Stop, 315 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-779-0733.
Saturday, Nov. 17
7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. — Stuff the Bus, Publix food drive for the Food Bank of Manatee, Publix, 3900 East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-5422.
3 p.m. — “An Evening of Opera — in the Middle of the Afternoon,” the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: call 941-778-1638.
2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. — Travis Lofland of Discovery Channel’s “Deadliest Catch” book signing, Anna Maria Island Accommodations and the Flip Flop Shop and Candy Stop, 315 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-779-0733.
Sunday, Nov. 18
7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. — Stuff the Bus, Publix food drive for the Food Bank of Manatee, Publix, 3900 East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-5422.
Monday, Nov. 19
Noon —Anna Maria Island Democratic Club meeting, Beach House Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.
Off-Island
Wednesday, Nov. 14
10 a.m. — Bradenton Opera Guild, Sarasota Opera Apprentice and Studio Artists meeting, IMG Academies Country Club at El Conquistador, 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton. Information: 941-722-4438.
6:30 p.m. — Sarasota Bay Watch wine tasting benefit, Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 525 St. Judes Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-0777.
Thursday, Nov. 15
6:30 p.m. — “Murder! Mystery! Mayhem! Dinner!” Manatee Players, Courtyard Marriott, 100 Riverfront Drive, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Friday, Nov. 16,
6:30 p.m. — “Murder! Mystery! Mayhem! Dinner!” Manatee Players, Courtyard Marriott, 100 Riverfront Drive, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Noon — Longboat Key lawn party, Longboat Key Kiwanis Club, Longboat Key Club and Resort, 301 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-366-3468.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. —Longboat Island Chapel holiday bazaar, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-2370.
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Enjoy the Bay — Sarasota Bay Water Festival, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, Ken Thompson Park, 1700 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. Information: 941-955-8085.
5 p.m. — Blue grass show and dinner, Bradenton Elks Lodge 1511, 2511 75th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-792-1511.
Sunset — Stargazing, Local Group of Deep Sky Observers, Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. Information: 941-342-9632.
6:30 p.m. — “Murder! Mystery! Mayhem! Dinner!” Manatee Players, Courtyard Marriott, 100 Riverfront Drive, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
Ongoing
• Nov. 15-Jan. 6, “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.
• Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., Thirsty Thursdays, Bridge Street Merchants, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach, Information: 941-778-3388.
• 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 to benefit Roser Food Pantry, Anna Maria Pine Avenue businesses. Information: 941-896-3132.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
• 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 Saturdays through May, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• First Mondays, 7 p.m., Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meets, Fishermen’s Hall, 4515 123rd St. W., Cortez.
• Third Mondays, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.
• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Anna Maria duplicate bridge group, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.
• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.
Coming up
• Nov. 22, 10 a.m., Roser Memorial Community Church Thanksgiving service, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.
• Nov. 22, 2 p.m., Roser Memorial Community Church Thanksgiving dinner, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Reservations required. Information: 941-778-0414.
Save the date
• Dec. 3, Christmas dinner meeting, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island, 700 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-2039.
• Dec. 8, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-752-5973.
• Dec. 13, Artists’ reception, Juried Aqueous exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• Dec. 4-Jan. 4, Juried Aqueous exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• Dec. 22, Stargazing, Local Group of Deep Sky Observers, Holmes Beach City Hall field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-342-9632.
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Islander Calendar – 11-07-2012
Wednesday, Nov. 7
• 6 p.m., Bonnie’s Day, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.
Friday, Nov. 9
• 8:30 a.m., The Islander Veterans Day Salute outdoors at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Coffee, breakfast rolls, American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 presentation of colors, speeches, rifle salute, taps. Information: 941-778-7978.
• 2-8 p.m., artsHOP Gallery Walk, Information: 941-243-3818.
• 2-5 p.m., Deanna Atkinson and Rolando Rodriguez Art Demonstrations, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach.
• 5-8 p.m., Howie Banfield and Scot Blum live music, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach.
• 5-8 p.m., artist reception for Jim Ross, “Through the Looking Glass,” Anna Maria Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach.
• 8 p.m., “The Mousetrap,” Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
Saturday, Nov. 10
• 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Anna Maria Island Privateers Thieves Market, including bake sale, barbecue, flea market, Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.
• 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 100th birthday of Cortez School House, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-708-6121.
• 8 p.m., “The Mousetrap,” Island Players Theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
• 5:30-7:30 p.m., artsHOP Silent Auction, The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-243-3818.
• 2-4 p.m., Gulf Coast Writers book signing, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3209.
• 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Anna Maria Island Butterfly Garden Arts and Craft Fair, Holmes Beach city field, 59th Street at Flotilla Drive.
• 8 p.m., “The Mousetrap,” Island Players Theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755.
Sunday, Nov. 11
• 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Anna Maria Island Butterfly Garden Arts and Craft Fair, Holmes Beach city field, 59th Street at Flotilla Drive.
• 11:30 a.m., Veterans Day celebration at Bridge Street Market, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-8104.
• 2 p.m., Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra, Popular Light Classics, CrossPointe Fellowship Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.
• 7 p.m., artsHOP Drum Circle, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Manatee Ave., Holmes Beach. Information: 941-243-3818.
Wednesday, Nov. 14
6:30-8 p.m., Healthy Green Smoothie Demonstration, Vitamin Seas Health Food Store, 3228 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-779-5015. Free.
Off-Island
Thursday, Nov. 8
• 5-7 p.m., Jake Castro Band, Music in the Park, Realize Bradenton, Riverfront Pavilion and Mosaic Amphitheater, 452 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-840-0013.
Saturday, Nov. 10
• Noon-10 p.m., Art Slam Festival, Riverwalk Park, 808 Third Ave., Bradenton. Information: 941-601-0708.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Discover the Island, Egmont Key Alliance, two-day event showcasing Egmont Key. Tickets and ferry from Fort DeSoto Park, Pinellas County. Food, refreshments, kids activities, tours, presentations, souvenir sales, silent auction. Fee. Information: www.egmontkey.info.
Sunday, Nov. 11
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. —Discover the Island, Egmont Key Alliance, showcasing Egmont Key. Tickets and ferry from Fort DeSoto Park, Pinellas County. Food, refreshments, kids activities, tours, presentations, souvenir sales, silent auction. Fee applies. Information: www.egmontkey.info.
Tuesday, Nov. 13
• 6:30-8:30 p.m., Nautical Knots seminar, Anna Maria Island Sail and Power Squadron, 1200 71st St. NW, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-795-0482.
Ongoing
• Nov. 15-Jan. 6 — “Waist Watchers: The Musical,” by Alan Jacobsen, the Professional Learning and Theatrical Organization, Ramada Sarasota, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-363-1727.
• Through Nov. 12, “Twelfth Night” by William Shakespeare, Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-351-9010, Ext. 2310.
• Third Mondays, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.
• 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.
• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Anna Maria duplicate bridge group, The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.
• Third Saturdays through May, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meetings at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.
• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., players pitch horseshoes in the pits at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.
• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-962-8835.
• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party to benefit Roser Food Pantry at Anna Maria Pine Avenue stores and boutiques. Information: 941-896-3132.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meets at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
Coming up
• Nov. 14, Wine tasting to benefit Sarasota Bay Watch, Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 525 St. Judes Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-0777.
• Nov. 14, Anna Maria Garden Club Plant Sale, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-567-5530.
• Nov. 14, Off Stage Ladies Wicked Wizard of Oz Silent Auction and luncheon, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.
• Nov. 14, Bradenton Opera Guild, Sarasota Opera Apprentice and Studio Artists meeting, IMG Academies Country Club at El Conquistador, 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton. Information: 941-722-4438.
• Nov. 16, Bob Brown Art Gallery grand opening, 507 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Information: 941-993-3356.
• Nov. 16-17, “Murder! Mystery! Mayhem! Dinner!” Manatee Players, Courtyard Marriott, 100 Riverfront Drive, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-748-5875.
• Nov. 17, Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party, Longboat Key Kiwanis Club, Longboat Key Club and Resort, 301 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-366-3468.
• Nov. 17, Holiday Bazaar, Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-2370.
• Nov. 17, Enjoy the Bay, Sarasota Bay Water Festival, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, Ken Thompson Park, 1700 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. Information: 941-955-8085.
• Nov. 17, “An Evening of Opera — in the Middle of the Afternoon,” The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1638.
Save the Date
• Dec. 4-Jan. 4, Signature Show, Juried Aqueous Exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
• Dec. 13, Artists Reception, Juried Aqueous exhibition, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-966-1397.
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Islander Calendar – 10-31-2012
Wednesday, Oct. 31
• 3:30-7 p.m.— Halloween Trail of Treats starting at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Holmes Beach trail, 4-6 p.m., Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach trails, 5-7 p.m. Information: 941-778-1541.
• 5-6 p.m. — Crazy, Creepy, Crawly, Critter Costume Contest, The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: (941) 778-7978.
• 6 p.m. — Trunk ’n Treat, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813.
Saturday, Nov. 3
• 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. —Magic of Manatee Chorus, Sweet Adelines International chapter, Spaghetti Dinner at Bradenton Christian Reformed Church, 4208 26th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-722-6287.
• 9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Nautical and Landlubber Treasure Show, Anna Maria Island Sail and Power Squadron, 1200 71st St. NW, Bradenton. Information: 941-761-1860.
• 6:30-10:30 p.m. — “For the Love of Money,” murder-mystery dinner theater, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-1908.
• 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. — 100,000 Healthy Meals, Feeding Children Everywhere, Holmes Beach City Field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 407-688-6600.
Sunday, Nov. 4
• 10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Chili Challenge benefiting Center for Building Hope, Bridge Street, Bridge Street Market Bradenton Beach. Information: 215-906-0668.
• 1-3 p.m. — Author Diane Robertson book signing, Ginny’s & Jane E’s Bakery Cafe & Island Coastal Store, 9807 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-755-0739.
Off-Island
Wednesday, Oct. 31
• 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Desoween, Trail of Haunted Legends, De Soto National Memorial, 8300 De Soto Memorial Highway, Bradenton. Information: 941-792-0458.
Thursday, Nov. 1
• 5-7 p.m. — Doug Demming and the Jewel Tones, Music in the Park, Realize Bradenton, Riverfront Pavilion and Mosaic Amphitheater, 452 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-840-0013.
• 4-8 p.m. — Village of the Arts, showcasing local artist jewelry, fashions, paintings, mosaics quilts and folk art, Bradenton.
Saturday, Nov. 3
• 7:30 p.m. — Mr. Sugar Kane Fundraiser for Sugar Canes Varsity Dance Team, Manatee High School, Davis Theatre, MHS, 902 33rd Court W., Bradenton. Information: 941-920-0935.
Sunday, Nov. 4
• 10:45-11:30 a.m. — Book signing, the Rev. Stephen King, “New Horizons-Healing and Hope After the Pain of Divorce,” Harvey Memorial Church, 300 Church St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 727-433-2854.
Ongoing
• Through Nov. 12, “Twelfth Night” by William Shakespeare, Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-351-9010, Ext. 2310.
• Third Mondays, noon, Anna Maria Island Democratic Club, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-779-0564.
• 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.
• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Anna Maria duplicate bridge group, The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.
• Third Saturdays through May, 9-11 a.m., Jr. Audubon, Manatee Audubon Society, Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 941-729-2227.
• Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island meetings at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-794-8044.
• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., players pitch horseshoes in the pits at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.
• Thursdays through Dec. 20, except Thanksgiving, 10:30 a.m., Make a Child Smile story and craft hour, Tingley Memorial Library, 111 2nd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-1208.
• Fridays, Senior Adventures, low-cost field trips from Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-962-8835.
• Third Fridays, 5-8 p.m., Pine Avenue Porch Party to benefit Roser Food Pantry at Anna Maria Pine Avenue stores and boutiques. Information: 941-896-3132.
• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meets at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-761-8834.
Coming up
• Nov. 7, Bonnie’s Day, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.
• Nov. 9, artsHop Gallery Walk, Information: 941-243-3818.
•Nov. 10, Thieves Market and Bake Sale, Anna Maria Island Privateers, Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-722-3212.
• Nov. 10, 100th birthday of Cortez School House, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-708-6121.
• Nov. 10, artsHop Silent auction, The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-243-3818.
• Nov. 10, Gulf Coast Writers book signing, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3209.
• Nov. 10-11, Anna Maria Island Butterfly Garden Arts and Craft Fair, Holmes Beach city field, 59th Street and Flotilla Drive.
• Nov. 11, artsHop, Drum Circle, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Manatee Ave., Holmes Beach. Information: 941-243-3818.
• Nov. 11, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra, Popular Light Classics, CrossPointe Fellowship Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-8585.
Save the date
• Nov. 13, Nautical Knots seminar, Anna Maria Island Sail and Power Squadron, 1200 71st St. NW, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-795-0482.
• Nov. 14, Off Stage Ladies Wicked Wizard of Oz Silent Auction and luncheon, BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-799-2181.
• Nov. 17, Holiday Bazaar, Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: Herman at 941-383-2370.
• Nov. 17, Enjoy the Bay, Sarasota Bay Water Festival, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, Ken Thompson Park, 1700 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota. Information: 941-955-8085.
• Nov. 17, “An Evening of Opera — in the Middle of the Afternoon,” The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. Information: call 941-778-1638.
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