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Island Gallery West art walk returns

Nov 15, 2021 – Jason Schaffer
November 1, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Artist has unique take on Island landmarks

Artist has unique take on Island landmarks

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Some artists are inspired by nature, some by the people around them, and some, like Paul Arnold, by the places he liked to hang around growing up on Anna Maria Island. Although…
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October 25, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Gallery West’s featured artist for November

Artist Jody Goldman featured in November

HOLMES BEACH – Island Gallery West has 28 member artists from the Island and surrounding areas who choose one artist to be the featured artist of the month, with their work on a special display in th…
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October 24, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Players ready for season’s second production

Island Players opening season’s second production

ANNA MARIA – After a successful start to their historic 73rd season with “Savannah Sipping Society,” The Island Players are just days away from the opening night of their second play of the 2021-22 s…
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October 18, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Gallery West featured artist makes appearance

Island Gallery West featured artist makes appearance

HOLMES BEACH – Island Gallery West’s Featured Artist for the month of October made an appearance at the gallery on Oct. 8. Jim Wheeler has been a photographer since the age of 16, and is a longtime p…
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October 17, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Return of Bayfest a big hit in Anna Maria

Return of Bayfest a big hit in Anna Maria

ANNA MARIA – Perfect weather set the backdrop, and from blocks away you could smell the food and hear the band laying down beats that had people literally dancing in the streets as Anna Maria saw the…
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October 11, 2021
By Joe Hendricks
Holiday boat parade plans taking shape

Holiday boat parade plans taking shape

BRADENTON BEACH – Bradenton Beach Marina owner and president Mike Bazzy has presented his preliminary plans for the third annual Bradenton Beach Holiday Lighted Boat Parade taking place Saturday, Dec…
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October 10, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Cortez Arts and Crafts fair offers something for everyone

Cortez Arts and Crafts fair offers something for everyone

CORTEZ – Whether you love crafts, food or are just looking for Halloween ideas, the upcoming Cortez Cultural Center Arts and Crafts Fair is sure to please. Visitors will enjoy a wide variety of lo…
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October 10, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Island Players announce their next production

Island Players announce their next production

ANNA MARIA – Following the resounding success of their 2021-22 season opener, “The Savannah Sipping Society,” the Island Players announce their next production, “Same Time, Next Year,” which will run…
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October 10, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Artists Guild holds grand reopening

Artists’ Guild holds grand reopening

HOLMES BEACH – The Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island held its grand re-opening event on Oct. 8 at their gallery, located at 5414 Marina Drive. Some of the Guild’s more than 150 member artists were…
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October 3, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Bayfest is back

ANNA MARIA – One of the most anticipated events on the Island is back for 2021. Bayfest will take place Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Pine Avenue. There will be a kick-off event at the…
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Upcoming Events

April 9, 2025
11:45 am

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