Wednesday, March 23
11 a.m. — Einstein Circle discussion on “The Deficit: Can We Recover?” at the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-359-4296.
Saturday, March 26
8 to 11 a.m. — Roser Men’s Club will serve a pancake breakfast at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. Fee applies.
8:30 a.m. — Sissy Quinn from the Anna Maria Island Preservation Trust will speak to the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, 4000 Gulf Drive, Manatee Public Beach, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3209.
9 a.m. to noon — Yard sale at the Roser Guild Thrift Shop, 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-779-2733.
10 a.m. to noon — Watercolor artist Barbara Hines will demonstrate her whimsical style at Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6648.
Sunday, March 27
Noon to 7 p.m. — Beach-to-Bay Eco Day along Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-518-4431.
1 to 4 p.m. — Classic car show to benefit the American Cancer Society at MaryAnn’s Hair Saloon, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-812-0503. Fee applies.
Tuesday, March 29
Noon to 1 p.m. — Lee Fox, executive director of Save Our Seabirds, speaks to the Rotary Club of Anna Maria at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 942-518-1965.
Wednesday, March 30
11 a.m. — Einstein Circle discussion on “What is Left of the American Dream?” at the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-359-4296.
Ongoing:
• Through April 3, “Rabbit Hole” at the Island Players, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755. Fee applies.
• Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., duplicate bridge at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-3390.
• Tuesdays, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Coffee and Conversations for Seniors at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
• Tuesdays, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Inquiring Minds study group at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813.
• Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., teens meet at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.
• Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Settler’s bread on sale at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society museum shop, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.
• Alternating Wednesdays, 11 a.m., memory loss support group at the Longboat Island Chapel Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-6491.
• 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, 6:30 p.m., smoke-free bingo at Annie Silver Community Center, 102 23rd Ave., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-1915.
• Fridays, Senior Adventures Group meets for outings to various locations. Information: 941-962-8835.
• 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.
• Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Outdoor market on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach, through April. Information: 941-518-4431.
Off-Island:
Wednesday, March 23
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Wine-tasting event to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center at Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 525 St. Jude Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-0777. Fee applies.
Thursday, March 24
5 p.m. — Longboat Key Historical Society fundraising dinner at the Bayou Tavern, 6814 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-312-4975. Fee applies.
6 to 9 p.m. — Concert in the Grove with the Dr. Dave Band at Mixon Fruit Farms, 2525 27th St. E., Bradenton. Information: 941-748-5829.
7:30 p.m. — “Shout!” opens at the Manatee Players, 102 12th St. W., Bradenton, through April 10. Information: 941-748-5875. Fee applies.
Friday, March 25
6 to 10 p.m. — Movie and Martinis featuring music by Straight Up followed by an outdoor screening of “From Russia with Love,” at the Village of the Arts, 1015 12th Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-747-0651.
Saturday, March 26
8:30 a.m. — Junior roller derby bout between Thinga-ma-Jiggers and Hoodwinks at Astro Skate and Fun Center, 3511 Third St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-803-8237. Book donations for the Literacy Council of Manatee County appreciated.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Tie-dye craft demonstration for families at the Farmer’s Market on Old Main Street, Bradenton. Information: 941-681-0708.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Art sale at the Longboat Key Education Center, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-8811.
Coming Up:
• April 2, An Affaire to Remember, Anna Maria Island Community Center.
• April 6, “What Constitutes A ‘Good’ Person?” discussion, Studio at Gulf and Pine.
Save the Date:
• April 9, Paws in Motion Humane Society of Manatee County walkathon, downtown Bradenton riverfront.
• April 15-16, Holmes Beach Founder’s Day Festival.
• April 23, Cortez Native’s Picnic, Florida Maritime Museum.
• May 7, 10th annual Island Run for the Children’s Academy of Southwest Florida.
• May 13-14, Anna Maria City Pier Centennial Celebration, Anna Maria.
Send calendar announcements to diana@islander.org. Please include the time, date and location of the event, a brief description and a contact via e-mail and phone.
AME calendar
Save the date for the following Anna Maria Elementary School happenings:
• March 24, Domino’s Pizza fundraiser.
• March 29, 7 p.m., student talent show, auditorium.
• March 31, 1:30 p.m., birthday book club, media center.
• April 11-14, Florida Comprehensive Assessment Testing.
• April 14, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., kindergarten roundup.
AME is at 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
For more information, call 941-708-5525.