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Halloween Party!

A Haunted Harry Halloween Party!October 31st at 6pmParadise Grill 1097 N. Tamiami Trail Nokomis Fl 34275*Chilling Cocktail Specials *Costume Contest with A Prize *A Dance Party That Will Bring You Back from the Death Call now to reserve your table!  

HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST!

HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST! Hosted By Tracy ZitoJoin us to our annual Halloween costume contest at Paradise Grill on October 28th at 6pm and dance the night away with Tracy Zito.Show up and show off your best Costume while you enjoy some food Specials and spooky craft cocktails. 1st and 2nd place get a Prize for Best Costume!Call to make your reservation NOW! (941)786-1524  

Pregnancy Solutions Gala (Punta Gorda & Venice)

Pregnancy Solutions equips and empowers new mothers with no cost pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, STI testing, education, and materials to help them through their pregnancy and up to 18 months after baby is born. We also have a Rookie Dad program to help new fathers through the pregnancy. Save the date for an unforgettable evening of impact and generosity at the Pregnancy Solutions Annual Fundraising Gala! Don't miss this opportunity to attend our Gala at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center in

OKTOBER FEST AT PARADISE GRILL!

OKTOBERFEST IN PARADISE!October 24th and 25th  Live music:DJ Harry on Friday  Berry Brothers on SaturdayFood Specials: Bavarian Pretzels with Beer Cheese Hot Dogs Weisswurst Pigs-in-a-Blanket Schnitzel and more!Oktoberfest Beer and Drink Specials ALL DAY LONG! Call us at: (941) 786-1524 to reserve your table

MONSTER MOTOR MADNESS!!

MONSTER MOTOR MADNESS!Join Us to our Annual Car Show on Sunday October 26th from 11-3PM Paradise Grill 1097 N. Tamiami Trail Nokomis, Fl 34275 -Classic cars -Hot Rods -Muscle Cars -Trunk or treat for kids Raffle Prizes, Live Music and much more!!!Proceeds will benefit Health, Hunger and Housing in our local community!https://www.paradisegrillfl.com/bands-events  

DISCOVER SARASOTA TOURS ANNOUNCES Return of Venice Trolley Tours in 2026!

DISCOVER SARASOTA TOURS ANNOUNCESReturn of Venice Trolley Tours in 2026!Discover Sarasota Tours is pleased to announce the return of two beloved Venice Trolley Tour themes in 2026. The Venice City Tour led in partnership with Ronnie Fernandez of Venice Florida Tours, and the Circus Secrets of Venice tour led by Bob Collins will run January - April. These tours run on Tuesdays at 10AM (Venice City Tour) and 1PM (Circus Secrets of Venice). Both tours leave from the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce providing

2025 Turkey Trot for The Twig 5k

Turkey Trot for the Twig 2025 registration is open! 5K RUN OR WALK, IN-PERSON: A chip timed 5K race suitable for the entire family with lots of course support from Team Twig race staff. Your registration includes the custom race shirt by Gulf Breeze Apparel and ALL 5K finishers will get a very cute custom finishers medal. Awards for the first male & female overall, youth overall (14 & under), masters, grandmasters, senior grandmasters and veteran grandmasters and 3-deep in age groups 8 & under, 9-10,

DISCOVER SARASOTA TOURS ANNOUNCES SING-ALONG TROLLEY TOUR

    DISCOVER SARASOTA TOURS ANNOUNCESSING-ALONG TROLLEY TOURDiscover Sarasota Tours, the local award-winning  trolley tour company  announces their 18th tour theme called SING-ALONG TROLLEY!   This entertaining and interactive tour will launch in mid-June and run on Friday nights at 7:30PM.  The original rolling musical show features a cast of two: Michele Pruyn and Brandon Newman who perform for and with guests who sing along to everyone’s favorite 70’s and 80’s musical hits at stops all over downtown.

Fall Season Announcement for Discover Sarasota Tours!

DISCOVER SARASOTA TOURS ANNOUNCES2025 FALL TOUR SCHEDULE  Discover Sarasota Tours, the local award-winning trolley tour company announces their 2025 FALL Tour Schedule. “This Fall promises to be a fun, interesting, and exciting time filled with popular daytime tours, returning holiday tour favorites and unique interactive POP Up Experiences,” said Founder & CEO Tammy Hauser.  NIGHT-TIME SHOWS OctoberKaylene McCaw and Michele Pruyn play alternating roles as Lady Melody joined by OliviaTurpening, Sara

Why Wait? UBER ISP Invites Businesses to Become the Next Success Story

UBER ISP, Southwest Florida’s premier business internet provider, is encouraging local businesses to stop waiting and start saving with its resilient, always-on internet platform. Built for the unique challenges of our region—including storms, outages, and costly downtime—UBER ISP unites multiple carriers into a single, seamless solution that keeps businesses connected no matter what.  “Even Don Quixote knew that the right partner makes every quest a success,” said Sergey, Specialist at UBER ISP. “For

Power of Pink: Tapas & Tatas

Power of Pink: Tapas & TatasOctober 12 2025 | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 112 Circuit Road, Nokomis, FL 34275 Join Us for a Fabulous Fundraising Event: The Power of Pink: Tapas & Tatas! Date: Sunday, October 12   Time: 3 PM - 6 PM   Location: Pop’s Sunset Grill Courtyard   Cost: $102 ($85 + 20% gratuity) for tickets to Tapas & Tatas  Add Judith Pearson’s latest book, Radical Sisters for $27.99  ONE Sarasota County woman of every EIGHT is diagnosed with breast cancer each year; more than 31,000 this year

CPC Invites Design/Build Firms to Participate in RFP Process for New Campus of Healing Facility

The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) is inviting qualified design/build firms to participate in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for the construction of a new 6,000+ square foot facility at CPC’s Campus of Healing in North Port, Florida. This project represents a transformative step in expanding CPC’s ability to meet the growing needs of children and families impacted by abuse across Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. For over 45 years, CPC has been the only nonprofit in the region solely dedicated

Historical Resources Kicks Off Opening Day with Archives Open House

Historical Resources kicks off opening day with Archives Open House Mark your calendar for Oct. 4, when the City of Venice Division of Historical Resources celebrates Opening Day for Saturdays. This will be the first Saturday opening for the Venice Museum at 351 Nassau St. S., which will then be open to the public every first and third Saturdays through April. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come see the new exhibit on the City’s upcoming centennial. At the Old Betsy Museum, long-time caretaker Earl Midlam

Venice Theatre Topping-Out Ceremony Oct. 16th

Three years after the devastation of Hurricane Ian and our rebuild is Topping Out! This momentous occasion, when a tree is placed on the final beam as it is hoisted to the highest point of the building, symbolizes our resilience and progress. Please come help us celebrate, take a hard hat tour, get a special preview of our future campus and find out how you can help accelerate our grand opening!  Ample parking is available in the Centennial Park lot and under the north (KMI) bridge behind the Theatre. A

Kelly Caldwell Recognized as the Florida Bankers Association’s 2025 Trust Banker of the Year

From his father’s founding vision to Caldwell Trust Company’s continued growth, Kelly Caldwell’s leadership embodies the legacy of putting people first. His commitment to integrity, trust, and personal service has guided our mission for over 30 years. We’re proud to honor his recognition as the Florida Bankers Association’s 2025 Trust Banker of the Year, a testament to the values of trust, integrity, and personal service we uphold every day.

MassageLuXe Celebrates Grand Opening in Venice, Marking Continued Nationwide Growth

MassageLuXe Celebrates Grand Opening in Venice, Marking Continued Nationwide GrowthFrom Loyal Guests to Local Owners, Husband-Wife Franchise Owners John and Veronique Rowland Turn Longtime Passion for MassageLuXe into Venice’s Newest Spa Destination  MassageLuXe, a fast-growing national spa franchise, is proud to announce the grand opening and open house of its newest location in Venice, Florida, on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. Community members are invited to attend the celebration, which will

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Celebrates 30 Years

On the 30th day of the month that we were created 30 years ago, our vision is stronger than ever: thriving communities with opportunities for all.From day one, we've been powered by the simple idea that when people come together with generosity and purpose, our community is changed for the better. Together with our donors, we've invested more than $610 million in grants that have transformed lives and strengthened communities over the last 30 years. We invite you to read our 2025 Impact Report below that

Children First Launches $600,000 Matching Gift Challenge to Support Sarasota County Families

Children First proudly announces a $600,000 matching gift challenge led by its Changemaker Collective, with every dollar raised matched to strengthen children and families in Sarasota County.   The Changemaker Collective brings together leaders who go above and beyond in serving our community and investing in the tools children and families need to achieve their full potential. With this initiative, every contribution has double the impact, with an overall goal of raising $1.2MM.   Funds raised through

Hope Starts with a Home Pickleball Tournament

Join Habitat for Humanity South Sarasota County for our first-ever pickleball tournament on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the Englewood Sports Complex. Players of all skill levels will compete in pool play round robin matches, leading to an exciting championship bracket. Proceeds benefit Habitat’s mission to build safe, affordable housing for families in Venice, North Port, Englewood, and Nokomis. Business Sponsorships are available. 

Venezia Liquors Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Joins Venice Area Chamber of Commerce

Venezia Liquors Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Joins Venice Area Chamber of Commerce Venice, FL – On September 25, 2025, Venezia Liquors proudly cut the ribbon to officially join the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce. The event marked a significant milestone for the business as it becomes an active member of the local community. The ribbon-cutting ceremony saw a fantastic turnout from local residents, business owners, and supporters. Attendees enjoyed a festive atmosphere with tasting samples and giveaways

UBER ISP Welcomes Lemon Bay Women’s Club as Newest Client, Bringing Reliable Internet to a Historic Local Landmark

UBER ISP Welcomes Lemon Bay Woman’s Club as Newest Client, Bringing Reliable Internet to a Historic Local Landmark   UBER ISP, Southwest Florida’s premier business internet resilience provider, is proud to announce its newest partnership with the Lemon Bay Woman’s Club. Founded in 1918, the Club is a cornerstone of Englewood’s cultural and civic history, hosting community events, educational programs, and charitable initiatives.  With this partnership, UBER ISP will deliver a storm-resilient,

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We're Growing!

We’re growing, and that includes our expansion into Vero Beach!At Caldwell Trust Company, we believe trust is built through presence and participation, and we’re honored to bring our tradition of personal service, long-term planning, and integrity to this vibrant community.A special thank you to Liv Vero Magazine for the warm welcome and for featuring our story in their latest issue.We look forward to serving Vero Beach with the same values and dedication we’ve upheld for generations.Read Full Article:

UBER ISP Helps Businesses Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency

UBER ISP Helps Businesses Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency Most businesses switching to UBER ISP are saving money every month—and gaining reliability at the same time. By uniting multiple internet service providers into one seamless platform, UBER ISP delivers high-speed connections, built-in redundancy, and simplified management that helps small and mid-sized businesses keep costs low and productivity high. Traditional single-provider setups leave businesses vulnerable to outages, costly downtime, and

Dollars For Mammograms Seeks Board Members

I am a board member for the non-profit, Dollars for Mammograms. We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our board. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact, share your insights and help guide the direction of our work in all of Charlotte County, North Port, Venice, and South Sarasota County up through Nokomis.    Dollars For Mammograms Mission is to: provide no-cost breast cancer detection, financial assistance for further diagnosis and post diagnostic care and

UBER ISP Helps Local Businesses Save Big with Always On, Always Connected Internet

UBER ISP Helps Local Businesses Save Big with Always On, Always Connected Internet Venice, FL – UBER ISP, Southwest Florida’s resilient business internet provider, is helping companies reduce costs while improving reliability with its “Always On, Always Connected” platform. By offering multi-path connectivity through cable, fiber, satellite, and 5G, UBER ISP ensures that businesses are never left offline—and never overpaying for services that fail them during outages. Companies across North Port,

Child Protection Center Celebrates Executive Director’s 30 Years of Service

The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) proudly announces the 30th anniversary of Executive Director Doug Staley’s service to the agency, marking three decades of unwavering dedication to protecting children from abuse and strengthening families. Doug began his journey at CPC in January 1995 as an intern facilitating parenting classes, an opportunity guided by Dr. Kay Glasser. Just months later, he joined the staff as a part-time Case Coordinator, supporting both the Child Protection Team and Therapy

UBER ISP Reminds You To Protect Your Business Now To Storm-Proof Your Internet

As the 2025 hurricane season pending, UBER ISP is urging Charlotte and Sarasota County businesses to complete their final internet readiness checklist before the next storm hits. “You don’t want to be scrambling once the forecast turns serious,” said Sergey Seleznev of UBER ISP. “The time to storm-proof your connectivity is before the winds pick up—not during the outage.” A single disruption can cost thousands in downtime, lost sales, and missed opportunities. UBER ISP offers a storm-ready checklist

10th Annual Glow Ride – December 13, 2025

CPC Presents 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Walter Lambert

The Child Protection Center (CPC) proudly awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Walter Lambert at the annual Blue Ties & Butterflies Gala. This award honors a career dedicated to protecting children, advancing medical knowledge, and leading transformational change within Florida’s child welfare system. Dr. Lambert has served tirelessly for the past 36 years as a beacon of expertise, compassion, and commitment. As a Child Protection Team (CPT) Medical Director and Associate Statewide Medical

Child Protection Center Honors Four Foundations With Sapphire Award

The Child Protection Center (CPC) proudly presented the Sapphire Award at its annual Blue Ties & Butterflies gala in April, Child Abuse Prevention Month, to four exceptional foundations. The foundations were honored for their enduring support and leadership, which have helped shape the agency's 45-year legacy in the fight against child abuse.  In celebration of CPC’s 45th anniversary, the Sapphire Award—named after the traditional 45th anniversary gem—was created to recognize long-standing community

UBER ISP is proud to announce Reliable Cabinet Designs to our ever-growing family of satisfied customers.

UBER ISP is proud to announce the addition of Reliable Cabinet Designs to our ever-growing family of satisfied customers. Known for our Always On, Always Connected promise, we are dedicated to delivering reliable internet and telecommunications solutions that keep businesses running smoothly and efficiently. These new partnerships reflect our unwavering commitment to providing the connectivity that drives innovation and success in the modern business world.   Reliable Cabinet Designs, located in