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MARCH HERONS OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to the Vineland Herons of the Month for March! A special shout-out to these students who were honored at a special assembly on April 6th. Vineland Elementary School students are recognized for showing SOAR values (Show respect, Own actions, Accept differences, Realize potential.) This program is sponsored by the Auxiliary of the American Legion Post 113. Friday, April 30, 2021 click to read more

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens launches virtual tours

In an effort to help students safely explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ (Selby Gardens) campuses from their classrooms or homes during the pandemic, the education team created and launched a series of virtual tours. Students can virtually stroll along the bayfront at Selby Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus... Friday, April 30, 2021 click to read more

Englewood Art Center Registration Open

Englewood Art Center (EAC) has announced that their Summer 2021 classes are now open for registration, including Young Artist Studios for kids ages 5-16! Youth classes are offered in ceramics, jewelry, printmaking, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, fiber arts, painting, and photography... Friday, April 30, 2021 click to read more

Kids' Needs Prom Boutique Now Open

Hey, Lemon Bay High School prom goers! The Kids’ Needs Prom Boutique is ready for you! Stop by Kids’ Needs of Greater Englewood on Thursdays in April from 3-5pm to browse the large selection of gowns, shoes and tuxedos/suits. Come in and enter for a chance to win a free corsage and boutonniere from Stevens the Florist! Visit the Kids’ Needs storefront located at 272 S. Indiana Avenue. To learn more about Kids’ Needs of Greater Englewood, visit kidsneedsenglewood.com. Thursday, April 15, 2021 click to read more

Turtle Sculpture Named "Speckles"

The new environmental sculpture at Venice Beach now has the official name of “Speckles,” thanks to contest winner Val Kappelman, a 12-year-old Englewood SKY Academy middle school student... Monday, April 5, 2021 click to read more

Candy Brooks Awarded Big Sister Of The Year

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has announced Candy Brooks of Englewood has been selected as the 2021 Florida Big Sister of the Year. In 2017, Aaliyah entered Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program and was matched with her Big Sister Candy Brooks... Monday, April 5, 2021 click to read more

LBHS Athletes of the Month

The Lemon Bay High School Athletic Department would like to congratulate the February 2021 Athletes of the Month - juniors Sophia Cherniak and Caleb Corridino... Thursday, March 25, 2021 click to read more

Herons of the Month

Vineland Elementary School congratulates the February Heron of the Month students. The students are recognized for showing S.O.A.R. attributes (S-show respect, O-own actions, A-accept differences, R-realize potential.)... Wednesday, March 24, 2021 click to read more

See "Noises Off" at LBHS Theatre

Lemon Bay High School Theatre announced the cast of the funniest farce ever written, “Noises Off,” as rehearsals got underway a few weeks ago. The show runs Thursday through Sunday, April 15-18 on the LBHS performing arts center stage at 2201 Placida Road... Tuesday, March 23, 2021 click to read more

Van Wezel Education Department presents: TheaterWorksUSA's Dog Man: The Musical

Virtual Schooltime performance to stream from March 13–April 2. A perfect Spring Break activity for the whole family!... Wednesday, March 10, 2021 click to read more

Wrestling coach appeals to community for support

Michael Schyck, head coach for the Lemon Bay Wrestling Club, is asking for the Englewood community’s support as he undertakes an impressive and difficult challenge to raise funds for the wrestling club... Friday, March 5, 2021 click to read more

Generous donations make prom experience possible for all

Due to COVID-19, the Charlotte County School Board will not allow Lemon Bay High School to sponsor a prom this year. However, some parents have spearheaded private prom plans for the 2021 seniors... Friday, March 5, 2021 click to read more

Vineland Elementary Leaders of the Month

Vineland Elementary School congratulates the January Heron of the Month students. The students are recognized for showing S.O.A.R. attributes in the classroom. Vineland motto: Where Herons S.O.A.R. (S-show respect, O-own respect, A-accept differences, R-realize potential.) Recipients receive an award certificate and ribbon. The program is sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 113. Wednesday, March 3, 2021 click to read more

The Girl Scout Cookie Program is underway!

New for 2021, the Gulfcoast Council is looking for businesses, organizations, and individuals to surprise area troops by buying out the complete inventory of a cookie booth or becoming a major product program donor... Wednesday, February 17, 2021 click to read more