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Florida Strawberry Festival Announces 2026 Theme “Still Growing” and Headline Entertainment Lineup
The Florida Strawberry Festival has unveiled its 2026 theme, “Still Growing,” reflecting both its agricultural roots and its expansion in entertainment and community offerings. The 11-day event will run from […]
Poinsettia Parade and Festival returns December 6
NORTH PORT, FL — The City of North Port will kick off the holiday season with the annual Poinsettia Parade and Festival, presented by Quality TV and Resurrection Pools, on […]
Doggie Auditions Set for Role of Sandy in Venice Theatre’s Annie
VENICE, Florida — Venice Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, November 22 for dogs hoping to land the role of Sandy in its upcoming production of Annie. The sessions […]
Englewood Cats 14U Cheer Team Secures Spot at Nationals, Seeks Community Support
The Englewood Cats 14U cheer team is heading to the national stage after securing a spot at the 2024 Nationals in Orlando, set for December 3 to December 6. Crystal […]
Hermitage Artist Retreat Receives $300,000 in National and Regional Grants for Programs and Initiatives
SARASOTA COUNTY, Florida — November 17, 2025 — The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced that it has received more than $300,000 in national and regional grants to support residencies for Hermitage […]
Go slow and look below for manatees on the move
November is Manatee Awareness Month, highlighting a time when Florida’s manatees are starting their seasonal movements to warmer waters around the state. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) […]
Neil Diamond Tribute Show is Back!
VENICE, Fla. — Jay White, known internationally for his tribute performances honoring Neil Diamond, will return to Southwest Florida with a live concert on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the […]
Sarasota County Sets Public Hearing On Land Use Change Near North Port
The Sarasota County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 04, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at the Robert L. Anderson Administration Center in Venice to consider a […]
North Port Parks & Recreation offers free dog training and group walk
Dogs and their owners are invited to take part in a morning of training and connection at Canine Club Dog Park, 6700 Appomattox Dr., on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8 […]
Veteran TV Personality Jay Flats Will Host WHEEL OF FORTUNE LIVE!® 2025
Sony Pictures Television and Right Angle Entertainment have announced that veteran game show host and TV personality Jay Flats will serve as host when Wheel of Fortune LIVE!® visits the […]
Helping Hearts for Heroes to Host Casino Night Fundraiser for Local Veterans
PORT CHARLOTTE – Helping Hearts for Heroes will hold its annual “High Rollers for Heroes” fundraiser on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Riverwood […]
John Tuff and Friends to Perform Country Classics at Historic Green Street Church
The Lemon Bay Historical Society will host John Tuff and Friends for “An Evening of Country Classics” on Friday, November 21 at 7pm at the historic Green Street Church, 510 […]
The Open Studio Hosts Evening of Folk, Classical and Celtic Music
Thursday Garden Concert Series Brings Variety of Music to the Party The stage is ready for tonight’s Thursday Night in the Garden Concert Series at the Open Studio, located at […]
Alzheimer’s Association Honors the Nearly 12 Million Americans Who Serve as Dementia Caregivers
During National Family Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association is amplifying the voices of people living with dementia and their caregivers to empower […]
Charlotte County School Board Approves 2026–2027 Academic Calendars
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — The Charlotte County School Board has approved the 2026–2027 academic calendars for Charlotte County Public Schools (CCPS). The early release of next year’s calendars allows families […]
Students, Veterans and Community Gather for Englewood Elementary Veterans Day Ceremony
ENGLEWOOD – Englewood Elementary School held its annual Veterans Day program on November 11, 2025, drawing a large crowd of students, families, veterans and community members. The morning began with […]
