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Healing Hearts: Women's Support Group
We are delighted to welcome you to our Women's Support Group event, a gathering dedicated to fostering empowerment, connection, and growth among women. Whether you're seeking support, looking to share your experiences, or eager to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is designed to be a safe and nurturing space for all. : Every 3rd Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM : 1322 N Main St, North Port, FL 34286 Register via this link on our website as limited spots are
Brent Douglas Returns to The Venice Performing Arts Center Stage
BRENT DOUGLAS RETURNS TO THE VENICE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER STAGEAnother Amazing Chorale Season in the Works (Venice, FL) The Board of Directors of The Venice Chorale is excited to announce that Mr. Brent Douglas of St. Petersburg, Florida will be returning as Artistic Director and Conductor. His inaugural season brought new energy and excitement to the Choraleās performances, and the coming season promises more transformative experiences for both performers and audiences alike. Along with Mr. Douglas,
Hot Dog Shoppe Venice Introduces $5 Meal Deal and Celebrates National Hot Dog and Chili Dog Days with Special Offers
Hot Dog Shoppe Venice Introduces $5 Meal Deal and Celebrates National Hot Dog and Chili Dog Days with Special OffersVENICE, FL, USA, July 12, 2024 ā The Hot Dog Shoppe Venice is excited to announce the launch of its new $5 Meal Deal, offering unbeatable value to our customers. For only $5, diners can enjoy their choice of 2 Jr. Hot Dogs or a Jr. Cheeseburger, accompanied by a Jr. Fry and a 12 oz fountain drink. This fantastic deal is available in-store for dine-in, takeout, or drive-thru.In addition to the
Children First Receives Nearly $160,000 to Support Scholarships and Strengthen Families
Children First, the exclusive provider of Head Start and Early Head Start services for Sarasota County, is thrilled to announce a substantial influx of grant funding from various philanthropic organizations. These generous contributions will support critical projects and programs that enhance the quality of early childhood education and comprehensive services for families in need. Major contributions include: SYC Cares, the philanthropic arm of the Sarasota Yacht Club: $75,000 to support the
Sierra's Integrative Bodyworx Spa & Massage Summer Bundle
Sierra's Integrative Bodyworx Summer Bundle Special! $100 special if you book an appointment for a facial AND a massage - $50 each ($25 in savings!)Call us TODAY to book your bundle now! Sierra's Integrative Bodyworx (MA52222, MM27628, LIC#54508807) 941-214-0954 | sierrasbodyworx.com
Back Porch Brewing is Now Serving Food!
Back Porch Brewing is now serving food! Come join us for our expertly brewed craft beer, unique wine selection, hard seltzers, cider, prosecco cocktails, sangria, and non-alcoholic beverages. Add to that list our house made pressed sandwiches and sharable charcuterie boards. Kitchen is open daily. We are family owned and operated, located east of the highway right off of Laurel Road.Some other happenings for the summer: $2 off draft beer or sangria with a purchase of food, Tuesday-Friday 12pm-3pm Half off
UBER ISP to Host Hurricane Preparedness Seminars with Renowned Guest Speaker Steve Litschauer
UBER ISP to Host Hurricane Preparedness Seminars with Renowned Guest Speaker Steve Litschauer UBER ISP (internet resiliency for small and midsize businesses) is pleased to announce three upcoming Hurricane Preparedness Seminars, featuring esteemed guest speaker Steve Litschauer, S2 Readiness Inc. The seminars aim to equip chamber members and local business of North Port, Englewood, and Venice, Florida, with essential knowledge and resources to effectively prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. These
Freedom Health Hosts FREE Medicare 101 Presentations
Need to know the ins and outs of Medicare? Freedom Health will show you!Understanding your options is key to getting the most out of Medicare. In our FREE Medicare 101 Presentation we'll cover:The basics of Medicare and all of your optionsGetting extra help to pay for costsChoosing the right planMaximizing your Medicare BenefitsCall today to reserve your spot! Seating is limited.Freedom Health 12145 Mercado Drive, Venice, FL 34293 July 10th, July 17th, July 24th, or July 31st 11 AM - 12 PMSnacks will be
UBER ISP Installs Internet Service Platform at North Port Area Chamber of Commerce
The installation of UBER ISP's "Always On, Always Connected" internet service platform at the North Port Area Chamber of Commerce in North Port, FL, has revolutionized the chamber's digital capabilities. This cutting-edge platform ensures constant, high-speed internet access, facilitating smoother operations, efficient communication, and enhanced online interactions for both staff and visitors. The installation process was carried out with precision, minimizing disruptions and maximizing connectivity across
UBER ISP Has Transformed Connectivity With Another Business
UBER ISP's "Always On, Always Connected" internet services platform has transformed connectivity at The Dearborn Coffeehouse and Bakery (Joe Maxx Coffee Company Englewood, FL. ) ensuring uninterrupted, high-speed internet access for all patrons. This robust platform guarantees seamless online experiences, supporting everything from casual browsing to intensive remote work sessions. By integrating advanced networking technology, UBER ISP has enabled Joe Maxx to offer a reliable digital environment, enhancing
Children First Leader and Former Head Start Parent Wins National Award
Children First Vice President of Programs Kathleen Sullivan has received the 2023-2024 Aubrey Puckett Memorial Award from the National Head Start Association. The annual award ācelebrates a Head Start alumna, alumnus, or parent now working for a Head Start or Early Head Start program who demonstrates their passion for serving through advocacy, career growth, and being actively involved in their program, community, or at the state or national level.ā Ms. Sullivan is a former Head Start parent who has
Turkey Trot for The Twig
Turkey Trot for the Twig 2024 registration is now 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,
Chaz 51 Steakhouse Two for $49 Three Course Summer Menu
Chaz 51 SteakhouseTwo for $49 Three Course Summer MenuAvailable May 20 to October 20. 941-484-6200 Available Sunday through Thursday only. Cannot be combined with any other promos.Follow us on Facebook!
2024 ELEMENTARY STEAM WEEKLY SUMMER CAMPS - SCF VENICE IN JUNE AND JULY
2024 ELEMENTARY STEAM WEEKLY SUMMER CAMPS - SCF VENICE IN JUNE AND JULYSCF Venice is hosting eight weeks of STEAM camps for elementary-age kids this summer 2024!These camps offer educational enrichment and hands-on activities focusing on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math). Each week a different theme will be explored, offering a unique experience to campers regardless of how many weeks they attend. Please complete the 2024 STEAM Camp Packet and email to LifelongLearning@SCF.edu. Fee
Healthgrades adds Patient Safety Excellence Award to the list of recognitions given to HCA Florida Englewood Hospital in 2024
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. March 13, 2024 ā HCA Florida Englewood Hospital announced today that it has been awarded a 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Awardā¢ for the sixth year by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients. Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Awardsā¢ recognize the nationās leading hospitals across 18 specialty care areas ā recipient hospitals represent the top hospitals in the country for each specialty. Englewood Hospital has been among the Top 10% in the nation every year
Innovative Treatment Now Offered at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital for Carotid Artery Disease Less Invasive Procedure Reduces Risk for Stroke
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. March 5, 2024 ā Two years ago, Tom Roberts suffered a heart attack and had successful bypass surgery. Since then, he's lived an active life in Southwest Florida, golfing, biking and taking up tennis. During a routine visit to the cardiologist recently, evidence of carotid artery disease was found even though he had no symptoms. Carotid artery disease occurs when plaque builds up in one or two main arteries that come directly from the heart and provide blood to the brain. If left
Community Leader Erin Halstead Named Chair of the HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Board of Trustees
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. February 8, 2024 ā Erin Halstead has been named chairperson for the Board of Trustees for HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Additionally, Jaclyn Nadler, M.D., has been appointed to a three-year term as a board member. Both are leaders in the community and their professional roles. They will advise hospital leadership on quality and operations. The board follows standards set by The Joint Commission, a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety through the accreditation of
Heart Transplant Recipient Steven Bradley Encourages Others to Live Every Day with Gratitude
Steven Bradley, a 63-year-old Florida resident, encourages others to live every day with gratitude. He shared his story of survival with community members attending a recent Wellness Series event hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Thirty years ago, Steven was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a thickening of the lower main pumping chamber of the heart (the left ventricle). He is a grateful heart recipient today, providing hope to other patients needing transplants. In April 2022,
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Demonstrates Commitment to Community Through Volunteering and Giving in 2023
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. January 11, 2024 ā HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is proud to announce its remarkable impact on Charlotte and Sarasota Counties in 2023 through the dedicated volunteer efforts of its colleagues, strategic partnerships and generous donations. Joe Rudisill, CEO of HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, expressed enthusiasm about the hospitalās impact, stating, āNot only do we provide compassionate care for the patients that visit our hospital, but we also strive to make the community where we live
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County and participated in Women Build to help build stronger communities and healthier tomorrows in our region.Watch the video ENGLEWOOD, Fla. October 30, 2023 ā Many families can only dream of is a space to feel welcome and safe. A backyard for children to play in. A new beginning. A place to call home. HCA Florida Englewood Hospital CEO Joe Rudisill and a team of women caregivers donned hard hats, gloves and swung
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses automated, real-time system to detect sepsis early and help save lives
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses automated, real-time system to detect sepsis early and help save livesHCA Healthcareās SPOT technology is an alert system that monitors high risk patients 24/7 ENGLEWOOD, Fla. September 27, 2023 ā As part of HCA Healthcare, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses an automated, real-time system to identify patients with sepsis more quickly. The system is HCA Healthcareās Sepsis Prediction and Optimization of Therapy, or SPOT, technology and allows caregivers to intervene
Joe Rudisill named Chief Executive Officer for HCA Florida Englewood Hospital
Joe Rudisill joined HCA Florida Englewood Hospital today as the new chief executive officer (CEO). He brings more than 16 years of healthcare leadership and operations experience.Rudisill comes to HCA Florida Englewood Hospital from Mission Hospital, an 815-bed HCA Healthcare facility in Asheville, North Carolina,ā where he served as chief operating officer (COO) for the past four years. He oversaw various services, including burn, emergency department, facilities, laboratory, medical transport, oncology,
2023-2024 Rediscover Floridaland Seasonal Exhibit
2023-2024 Rediscover Floridaland Seasonal Exhibit Runs from October 9, 2023 to July 31, 2024 Located at: Venice Museum, 351 Nassau Street South Hours: Monday - Wednesday 10 AM - 4 PM and 1st and 3rd Saturday, October though April 11 AM - 3 PM 941-486-2487 - www.venicemuseum.org
Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club surprised a patient at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital on National Grateful Patient Day
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. September 8, 2023 ā On National Grateful Patient Day, members of the Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club made a surprise visit to Virginia Marie Frig, a patient at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. The club has launched a project to improve lives in the community which will have an effect globally. They have started at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital where they will present beautiful bouquets of flowers to three unexpecting patients monthly. After spending time visiting with Virginia, President
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital will host a Wellness Series sharing education on the basics of organ, eye and tissue donation.
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. August 10, 2023 ā The monthly Wellness Series hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital continues with āThe Basics of Organ, Eye and Tissue Donationā on Thursday, August 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. The event will be held at the Suncoast Auditorium at 779 Medical Drive in Englewood. Every year, more than 33,000 men, women and children receive the gift of a lifesaving organ transplant and every 10 minutes, someoneās name is added to the National Transplant waiting list. Organ donation
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital held a Back-to-School Supply Drive for caregivers and nursing students
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. August 2, 2023 ā HCA Florida Englewood Hospital helped nursing students and students of caregivers prepare for the new school year by hosting a "We Show Up School Supply Drive" throughout the month of July. The hospital collected enough backpacks and school supplies to provide 13 students a quick start on their back-to-school needs. You will usually see volunteer Stew Kessler on the courtesy cart shuttling patients and visitors around the Englewood Hospital campus. Today, he made a
City of North Port Leaders Toured the Freestanding HCA Florida Emergency Planned for Wellen Park
City of North Port leaders Mayor Barbara Langdon and City Manager Jerome Fletcher took time to tour the HCA Florida Tamiami Trail Emergency at 150 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte to get a preview of the freestanding emergency facility planned for Wellen Park. Watch the video for the complete story. The newly opened 10,820 square foot facility is a part of HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week with full services including laboratory, x-rays, CT scanning and
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. July 7, 2023 ā HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has received the American Heart Associationās Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Silver Plusquality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital to host āHip, Hip, Hooray! Relief for Hip Pain,ā a Wellness Series lunch and learn.
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. April 26, 2023 ā The monthly Wellness Series hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital continues with āHip, Hip, Hooray! Relief for Hip Painā on Wednesday, July 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Community Room at the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce at 597 S. Tamiami Trail in Venice."Hip pain is common in adults and can have a dramatic impact on your daily life," said CEO Steve Young. "This Wellness Series event will provide insight on traditional methods to treat
HCA Florida Healthcare hospitals donate CPR & First Aid in Youth Sports Training kits to Charlotte County Public Schools
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. June 21, 2023 ā You never know when you will have an opportunity to save a life. According to the American Heart Association, 70% of cardiac arrests happen in homes. Of those, only 40% receive the immediate help that they need before professional help arrives. Hands-only CPR has been shown to be as effective in the first few minutes as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public. During National CPR Week, Michael Ehrat, market lead and CEO of HCA Florida Fawcett
The Children of Caregivers Visit HCA Florida Englewood Hospital for Take Your Child to Work Day
Children of caregivers at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital took part in āTake Your Child to Work Dayā, an annual event to celebrate with families on campus. The group learned about how their parents care for patients, how to āeat the rainbowā from a registered dietician, used a scanner to find a vein in their arm, participated in a hand-washing demonstration, saw the four chambers of a heart on a screen and heard their own heartbeat with a stethoscope.The kids took time to design and deliver get-well cards to