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Former president honored with Artists’ Guild award
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Former president honored with Artists’ Guild award

Jan 17, 2022 – Jason Schaffer
January 10, 2022
By Jason Schaffer
IGW featured artist paints what he loves

IGW featured artist paints what he loves

HOLMES BEACH – Island Gallery West’s January Featured Artist, Darryl Goldman, paints what he loves and draws inspiration from his life experiences and his strong faith. A display of Goldman’s art tit…
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December 19, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Players announce latest play

Island Players announce latest play

ANNA MARIA – After having to cancel last year’s theater season due to COVID-19, the Island Players are thrilled with the response to their 73rd season, which continues with their third production, No…
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December 18, 2021
By SUN contributor
The Wailers jumpstart new Center concert series

The Wailers jumpstart new Center concert series

ANNA MARIA – A new concert series has kicked off at The Center of Anna Maria Island just in time for the holidays. The first show in the five-part series featured the Grammy-nominated reggae group…
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December 16, 2021
By SUN contributor

Ringing in the holiday season, Island-style

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – The holiday spirit was on full display Dec. 11 as crowds lined the Island’s streets to see the annual AMI Privateers Christmas parade. Led by the Privateers on the Skullywag, t…
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December 12, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Art Walk returns to Holmes Beach

HOLMES BEACH – Art is alive and well in Holmes Beach. Friday, Dec. 10 marked the return of the Art Walk, and not only were the city’s two galleries open late for the event, but many of the other busi…
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December 5, 2021
By Joe Hendricks
Pine Avenue will be festive on Friday

Pine Avenue will be festive on Friday

ANNA MARIA – Pine Avenue will be awash in holiday festivities Friday afternoon and evening. The fun begins with the city of Anna Maria’s Santa Stops Here holiday event at City Pier Park on Friday, De…
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November 28, 2021
By Joe Hendricks
Celebrate Christmas on Bridge Street and holiday boat parade

Celebrate Christmas on Bridge Street, holiday boat parade

BRADENTON BEACH – The annual Christmas on Bridge Street celebration and Bradenton Beach Holiday Lighted Boat Parade are coming to town on Saturday, Dec. 4. The fun will happen at various locations…
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November 15, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Gallery West art walk returns

Island Gallery West art walk returns

HOLMES BEACH – After almost two years, Island Gallery West’s monthly art walk event returned on Nov. 12 to a large crowd of artists and art lovers ready to get back to a pre-COVID normal.  Art lover…
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November 15, 2021
By Joe Hendricks
Light up Bradenton Beach kicking off Holidays in Paradise festivities

Light Up Bradenton Beach kicking off Holidays in Paradise festivities

BRADENTON BEACH – The “Light Up Bradenton Beach” Christmas tree-lighting ceremony will take place Saturday, Nov. 20 in the Bradenton Beach Post Office parking lot. Organized by participating Brade…
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November 14, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Cortez celebrates stone crabs

Cortez celebrates stone crabs

CORTEZ – It’s a feast for all the senses with the sweet smell of stone crab and other delicious food offerings, the sound of live music, vendors offering beautiful arts and crafts and the hands-on ex…
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April 9, 2025
11:45 am

The Off-Stage Ladies of the Island Players, April luncheon meeting