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Local Teachers Turn Authors with New Halloween Children’s Book

Two local retired teachers have teamed up to create their first children’s book, just in time for Halloween. “Halloween Magic!! A Little Pumpkin’s Adventure” is a heartwarming story written by Englewood snowbird Julie DeLeo and illustrated by Englewood resident Susan Brewer.

Local Author Gives Aspiring Writers An Opportunity To Bridge The Gap

Ray Hazel gives tips on becoming a self-published author

Arts Advocates presents “SPAACES Studio Artists Present”

Arts Advocates announces their October exhibit, from October 5-26, Saturdays only from 2 to 4pm

'Embracing Kidness' Returns

Embracing Our Differences is pleased to announce the return of “Embracing Kindness”, its collaborative exhibition with Sarasota Art Museum.

How To Apply For FEMA Assistance Due To Hurricane

Did you experience damage from Hurricane Helene? FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, home repair or other disaster-caused expenses.

Get to Know Florida’s Gopher Tortoise

Providing visitors and nearby residents with an excellent opportunity to explore old Florida habitats and wildlife, Sarasota County’s Manasota Scrub Preserve does just that. On a recent visit I was delighted to spot several active gopher tortoise burrows.

Around The Town

What's happening in and around Englewood...

Keeping Up With The Kids

Kid-friendly happenings in and around town...

Club Chat

News from local clubs and organizations...

Arts & Entertainment

The creative side of Charlotte & Sarasota Counties...

Business Briefs

Kudos, Grand Openings and other goings-on in businesses around Englewood...

Nature Calls

A list of upcomming events involving the Great Outdoors

Englewood Chamber Announces 2025 Leadership Class

The Englewood Chamber of Commerce announced their 2025 Leadership Englewood class at the Fun After Five event on September 11th.

Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit at The Bishop Museum of Science & Nature

The Bishop Museum of Science & Nature is currently hosting a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit, “Life in One Cubic Foot”, now through Sunday, January 5th.

Conservation Foundation Announces People's Choice Winners of Annual Summer Photo Contest

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is excited to announce the People’s Choice winners of their fifth annual virtual Summer Photo Contest exhibit.

Seagrape Gallery Features Artists

Sea Grape Gallery in Punta Gorda announces their featured artists for October: Donna Pape, oil painter, and Nancy VanTassell, jewelry artist.

“Two Witches, No Waiting” at Lemon Bay Playhouse

Lemon Bay Playhouse will present “Two Witches, No Waiting” October 16 – November 3.

Haunted Trails returns to Cedar Point Park

The spooktacular Halloween Haunted Trails will be back at Cedar Point Environmental Park on Saturday nights during October.

Shore Fishing

Keep it simple!

Nola's Notes

Classes for Lovers of Cats & Wine, Dog Adoption Meet & Greet, and K9 Specialty License Plate