Title: “People Everywhere” Drawings by Janet Flickinger Janet loves the emphasis on common life as it occurs within the context of architecture. She loves to capture the interactions of people as they conduct their everyday pursuits of life. Her style can be characterized as social or photorealism with a highly technical and detailed structure; her works are done primarily in pencil. The result is work that combines the fluidness of the human figure with the structure of architecture. As one examines her work, they will begin to observe life through the perspective of her eyes. Janet is more drawn to capturing people rather than creating decorative art.

REAL ESTATE SALES ASSOCIATE PRE-LICENSING - SCF Become a Real Estate Sales Associate - Full-time or earn extra income This entry-level (63-hour course) is required by the State of Florida in order to earn your real estate license and is required prior to taking the State exam (not included). With your license, you can assist buyers, sellers, renters, and landlords to find or sell homes and rent or manage homes. This course includes the textbook. (in Partnership with Zenith Real Estate School) Mondays and Wednesdays May 2 - July 13 6pm - 9pm $349 per person Register Here.

ENGLISH FOR COLLEGE AND COMMUNICATION Are you interested in learning English? Would you like to attend SCF? English for College and Communication is an intensive program for beginner and high-beginner English language learners that helps them reach the level of English needed to be accepted as a student at State College of Florida (SCF). The program is especially designed for those who plan to eventually attend college at SCF. However, you may also participate in the program if you simply want to improve your English comprehension and communication skills. This is a rigorous program and will require your best effort. This is an academic skills class with homework, tests, and required attendance. You will need to take a free English test before attending this class. To schedule your test, call 941-363-7150. You may also visit SCF Lakewood Ranch (CIT building, room 104). The test will be taken at SCF Lakewood Ranch and may take up to 90 minutes.  

Early Release for all schools.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm

Early Release for all schools.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm

Early Release for all schools.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm

Join us for LADIES NIGHT! Ladies can enjoy $5 house wines between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.. Come in for a wood fired pizza and ask your server which wines pairs best! 

Join us at Conley Buick GMC Subaru for May Coffee Club!  Enjoy great networking and fantastic door prizes. Meet friends, new and old, over coffee and lite breakfast bites.   RSVP is requested for this event.  Admission is free for Manatee Chamber members Future member fee is $25.  Don't forget your business cards!

"Let’s Connect” a FREE weekly in-person networking meeting! Every Thursday from 8:30a-10a RSVPs are required to attend. Please use the Eventbrite links to RSVP. There is no cost to reserve a seat. Sponsored by Bank OZK, Synovus Bank & Connect Central! Location: Connect Central 1201 6th Ave W Bradenton, FL 34205 Contact Wade@myconnectcentral.com to become a meeting sponsor & to schedule your 10 minute spotlight slot.* *The cost to sponsor a meeting is $50.

DigiMarCon South 2022 is your chance to ... – Experience a safe and intimate gathering with marketing leaders and professionals in a clean and hygienic environment. – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry. – Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. – Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network. The 6th annual DigiMarCon South, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in the Southern United States, returns May 26th and 27th, 2022 to the luxurious JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology. Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy. You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more! Onsite Safety: Your safety is our TOP PRIORITY! Our qualified team is dedicated to ensuring a great experience at our in-person events, and that includes providing a COVID-Safe, clean and hygienic environment for our delegates. 100% Money Back Guarantee: Booking your ticket is RISK-FREE. You can cancel and get a full refund up until 30 days before the event. At DigiMarCon South 2022, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success. Be a part of DigiMarCon South 2022 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions, networking, and more in a safe and hygienic environment! See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today. For more details visit https://digimarconsouth.com.

Meet the Artist! Janet will be in the Gallery both on Tuesday May 24 and Thursday, May 26 from 10:00 am till 5:00 pm. View her Featured Artist exhibit and have a chat with Janet to learn all about her experiences and inspirations for her drawings.

Learn about the benefits of senior Life Care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and additional services provided at Freedom Village of Bradenton. Space for this informative free luncheon is limited and RSVPs are required. Please call 941-798-8122. Freedom Village of Bradenton Freedom Village of Bradenton was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2022-23 Best Senior Living Community by achieving the highest possible rating for Independent Living in a national performance assessment. The luncheon will be held on its lush 34-acre campus located at 6410 21st Ave. W. in West Bradenton adjacent to Blake Medical Hospital.

Bring a mat and wear clothes you can stretch and move in. All levels welcome. Taught by a certified yoga teacher.Ages 12 Limited to 15 people

Join Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee as We Celebrate Hunger-relief in Manatee County!We are proudly celebrating the 21st Anniversary of our annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser. The purpose of Empty Bowls is uniting to show support for the critical work of Meals on Wheels PLUS through The Food Bank of Manatee!Help by painting a bowl - or two! - for Meals on Wheels. All bowls will be sent to the Empty Soup luncheon as a keepsake for those who attend.Open to all ages 6 and up. Children below 12 must have adult supervision.

Woodland Community Church in Lakewood Ranch presents a worship experience in Downtown Bradenton named “Woodland Downtown – The Thursday Night Church”. It takes place weekly at the Marriott Courtyard on the River Walk located at 100 Riverfront Blvd. The goals are to have a weeknight worship opportunity for those who have time difficulties for worship on weekends, to provide a place for residents to build relationships with those in the area and to engage in service ministries to meet the needs in this urban community. For more information go to woodlanddowntown.cc or follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @woodlanddowntown.

This is a free self-defense seminar offered to the public.  Anyone hoping to attend must RSVP and wear workout appropriate clothing.  Completion of the self-defense seminar includes a booklet of tips and tools for safety, coupon for traditional Taekwondo tuition or signup, as well as certificate of completion.  For more information, contact Master Kenneth Thompson at Jurassic Martial Arts + Fitness at 941-405-2607 or email jurassicmartialartsfitness@Yahoo.com

Come join us for our CASH PRIZE TRIVIA every Thursday at 7pm at Table Talk Board Game Cafe. Hosted by Jerry Shoal, he will have you entertained and engaged as you participate in 6 different rounds (including a music and picture round) before heading into the final category where you can lose it all! Plus, if you follow us on Facebook, we announce our 6 categories in a post every Monday, which gives you time to study if you so choose.  Access to the board game library is included when you play trivia so come out early to eat, drink and play some board games before testing your knowledge! It's a trivia night unlike any other! Requirements:  - $3 cash (no card payments accepted for entry) per person to play, this money gets put into a pot and given back out to the 1st & 2nd place teams. - Team sizes can be a minimum of 1 person up to 8 people. - RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! You can reserve by going online to our website and make a reservation under the calendar tab. You can also call the cafe to reserve your spot. 

The agenda will be published 7 days prior to the meeting and will be available to be viewed at the following link: Agenda

Beginners and experienced players welcome! Game sets are not provided by the library.

This month’s project will be hot off the press from Tangle University. Join patsy monk, CZT, in a fun, monochromatic dream house just learned from Tangle University ‘22. Our class will focus on the color blue (think sky day or night) using both colored pencils & water color pencils. Supplies:Watercolor paper - 2 rectangles 4”x 5” or 4”x 6”Extra copy or sketch paper/ journal for tangle practice Watercolor pencils - blues/purplesColored pencils - mostly blues, some green, pink & orange-(opt for the windows) Micron pen 01 or PNPencil/ eraser Water brush or paint brush & water container Paper towels White gelly roll or Uni-ball penHexagon image attached Zentangle is a form of creative, mindful meditation. Previous experience is not necessary. It gives you the opportunity to focus temporarily on a drawing technique.Sponsored by the Palmetto Friends of the Library. All ages/Family/ Adult

Skip happy hour and do something good for yourself and the community. This pay what you can class is open to all inabilities and ability to pay. Proceeds go to local small nonprofits. 

Join us weekly to breathe the fresh air, challenge yourself, & create community. Savor the trip along the 1-3 mile routes through Robinson Preserve South and notice as life becomes a little more vibrant. Beginning at the NEST with a warm up, participants will then walk, run or stroll around waterways, over wooden bridges and up a scenic rise to look out over Tampa Bay. The terrain throughout this popular expansion of Robinson Preserve consists of sand, crushed shell, asphalt and rubberized trails. Rehydrate post walk/run with drinks provided by Bayshore Nutrition. Group meets every Saturday at The NEST at Robinson Preserve at 8am (Sept-April); 7am (May-August). Attend weekly and be rewarded for your efforts by our partners Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore and Bayshore Nutrition! Just upload your results back to this event post run. Program is FREE and open for public participation – Must sign waiver upon first arrival CAUTION: Trails are maintained but preserved in their natural state. You may find uneven surfaces, leaves, branches, roots and other elements typical of this type of environment. Please wear appropriate closed-toe footwear and exercise outdoor-activity caution. DIRECTIONS: 840 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209: Take Exit 220 from I-75 and head West. Follow Manatee Ave W. to 75th St W. Turn right on 75th St W. and turn left on 9th Ave W. Robinson Preserve South entrance is at the end of 9th Ave W. PARKING: Parking is available around the NEST and within Robinson Preserve South.

Saturday Mornings at the NEST – Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of discovery. Walk the grounds of the historic Reasoner Tract and observe botanical giants collected from around the world. Explore the canopy boardwalk among the banyans, climb to the top of the crow’s nest, take in breathtaking panoramic views, and make an exciting exit from the building via slide. Learn about upcoming programs and exciting new additions to Robinson Preserve. Program suitable for all ages. No reservations required. For more information please contact ecoevents@mymanatee.org. Robinson Preserve – Mosaic NEST

Hosted by Mack Lessig, Community Gardens Program Assistant with the UF/IFAS Extension

All-Live Instruction! Fun online experiences to help to keep kids active and engaged. ¡Instrucción en vivo! Experiencias divertidas en línea para ayudar a mantener a los niños activos y comprometidos.

In celebration of the Cortez Grand Ole Opry and the rich musical heritage of Cortez, FMM has partnered with the Cortez Cultural Center to host Music on the Porch.  2nd & 4th Saturdays 2 pm–4 pm  This FREE music event series is held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at the Bratton Store Porch. The jam session begins at 2 pm and continues until 4 pm. Children and adults are welcome. Audience members should bring a chair. Parking is available in the museum lot. Come enjoy the music, or bring an acoustic instrument and play along! ??Keep in mind that Music on the Porch is a jam session, so music is not guaranteed. Musician participation varies.

The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School presents their annual End of Year Show. All levels of SCBS students, including their pre-professional dancers, will be featured in classical and contemporary works.

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Alicia Monterrubio, domingo a domingo, estara con nosotros para enseñarnos como durante estos momentos dificiles, los padres empresarios podemos realizar nuestras actividades diarias de manera positiva.

Details Homeschool Foraging | Ages 8 to 16. $20/person | Tickets available at https://parks.mymanatee.org/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?prim… More https://www.facebook.com/events/1039663676958476

Fun themed stations and crafts to celebrate a beloved Sci-Fi franchise

Join us for LADIES NIGHT! Ladies can enjoy $5 house wines between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.. Come in for a wood fired pizza and ask your server which wines pairs best! 

An educational program that features topics and speakers that pertain to services available for those with PD.

Join us for a fun filled hour of stories, music, dancing, and crafts! Limited to 10 families. Parent/Care-giver, please register once for family unit.

There is Power in making Connections! This casual, members-only networking event allows you to connect and grow your Chamber network while enjoying lunch at Rosedale Golf & Country Club. Each attendee is invited to give a one-minute commercial to promote their organization, products, and services.  Your RSVP is required and must be received by 12:00 PM on Monday, May 30, 2022. We cannot accommodate walk-ins.    Cancellations after 12:00 PM on May 30 will be invoiced as guarantees will have been made on your behalf. Limited to one attendee per organization due to the popularity of this event. The cost to attend is $20. Prefer to register by phone? Call Amanda Clover at 941-748-4842 ext. 122 and please have a credit card ready for payment.

The agenda will be available to be viewed 7 days prior to the meeting at the following link: CFOC AgendaOne or more Board Members may be in attendance and participate.

Get together with friends and family and get creative! Each week will be a different craft. Hosted by local artist, Enith Marin. Supplies are provided.Sponsored by the Palmetto Friends of the Library.

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Circus Minius presents “Illuminations” For one night only, Circus Minius is performing their Cirque du Soleil-inspired show featuring traditional circus acts such as lyra, rola bola, Spanish web, contortion, and aerial silks. General Public Welcome Tickets help support this performing youth circus located in the Bradenton/Sarasota area.

A comprehensive four-hour event featuring speakers and therapeutic movement to enhance the social, cultural and intellectual interactions of those living with Parkinson’s and their Care Partners. Seasonal program runs October - April

Come get a backstage tour of the Manatee Performing Arts Center. See all the different spaces, features and get to meet with our team members and learn more about this space built for our community in 2013.   This is a FREE event and all are welcome to our fully-accessible facility.

Monthly Education & Workforce Committee Meeting    

Come get a backstage tour of the Manatee Performing Arts Center. See all the different spaces, features and get to meet with our team members and learn more about this space built for our community in 2013.   This is a FREE event and all are welcome to our fully-accessible facility.

New Knitters and Crocheters welcome! Please bring your own materials. Limited to 15 people.

Woodland Community Church in Lakewood Ranch presents a worship experience in Downtown Bradenton named “Woodland Downtown – The Thursday Night Church”. It takes place weekly at the Marriott Courtyard on the River Walk located at 100 Riverfront Blvd. The goals are to have a weeknight worship opportunity for those who have time difficulties for worship on weekends, to provide a place for residents to build relationships with those in the area and to engage in service ministries to meet the needs in this urban community. For more information go to woodlanddowntown.cc or follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @woodlanddowntown.

Come join us for our CASH PRIZE TRIVIA every Thursday at 7pm at Table Talk Board Game Cafe. Hosted by Jerry Shoal, he will have you entertained and engaged as you participate in 6 different rounds (including a music and picture round) before heading into the final category where you can lose it all! Plus, if you follow us on Facebook, we announce our 6 categories in a post every Monday, which gives you time to study if you so choose.  Access to the board game library is included when you play trivia so come out early to eat, drink and play some board games before testing your knowledge! It's a trivia night unlike any other! Requirements:  - $3 cash (no card payments accepted for entry) per person to play, this money gets put into a pot and given back out to the 1st & 2nd place teams. - Team sizes can be a minimum of 1 person up to 8 people. - RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! You can reserve by going online to our website and make a reservation under the calendar tab. You can also call the cafe to reserve your spot. 

We sing, play, dance, rhyme and read all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills. No registration required. For ages 0-16 months with a caregiver.

Beginners and experienced players welcome! Game sets are not provided by the library.

From the perspective of her medical practice, body, mind, and spirit are interconnected aspects of the one whole being. Practicing the ‘art’ of aligning body, mind, spirit in a supportive community setting has healing power even beyond our individual bodies.

The Village is a residential neighborhood with a commercial overlay that creates a true live/work/play mix. Come visit, shop, dine, stroll, Photograph our beautiful galleries and restaurants. The Village has experienced a remarkable 15 years, growing from a neglected neighborhood to one of the most unique and visited places in Manatee County. West. We encourage you to use the parking garage at the corner of 12th St. West and 8th Ave. Paid parking Monday - Friday 8-6pm. Friday night ArtWalks and weekends, park free. Limited on-street parking is free throughout the Village of the Arts. http://www.villageofthearts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Village-of-the-...

Music On Main, the first Friday of every month until August 3, 2018

Free Admission. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, but please leave coolers at home. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a short leash. Overflow parking is available at the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. Charities interested in applying to be a beneficiary of the proceeds from the sale of beer and wine during future concerts will find an application on our Web site, www.LWRmainstreet.com.

Skip happy hour and do something good for yourself and the community. This pay what you can class is open to all inabilities and ability to pay. Proceeds go to local small nonprofits. 

Join us weekly to breathe the fresh air, challenge yourself, & create community. Savor the trip along the 1-3 mile routes through Robinson Preserve South and notice as life becomes a little more vibrant. Beginning at the NEST with a warm up, participants will then walk, run or stroll around waterways, over wooden bridges and up a scenic rise to look out over Tampa Bay. The terrain throughout this popular expansion of Robinson Preserve consists of sand, crushed shell, asphalt and rubberized trails. Rehydrate post walk/run with drinks provided by Bayshore Nutrition. Group meets every Saturday at The NEST at Robinson Preserve at 8am (Sept-April); 7am (May-August). Attend weekly and be rewarded for your efforts by our partners Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore and Bayshore Nutrition! Just upload your results back to this event post run. Program is FREE and open for public participation – Must sign waiver upon first arrival CAUTION: Trails are maintained but preserved in their natural state. You may find uneven surfaces, leaves, branches, roots and other elements typical of this type of environment. Please wear appropriate closed-toe footwear and exercise outdoor-activity caution. DIRECTIONS: 840 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209: Take Exit 220 from I-75 and head West. Follow Manatee Ave W. to 75th St W. Turn right on 75th St W. and turn left on 9th Ave W. Robinson Preserve South entrance is at the end of 9th Ave W. PARKING: Parking is available around the NEST and within Robinson Preserve South.

Saturday Mornings at the NEST – Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of discovery. Walk the grounds of the historic Reasoner Tract and observe botanical giants collected from around the world. Explore the canopy boardwalk among the banyans, climb to the top of the crow’s nest, take in breathtaking panoramic views, and make an exciting exit from the building via slide. Learn about upcoming programs and exciting new additions to Robinson Preserve. Program suitable for all ages. No reservations required. For more information please contact ecoevents@mymanatee.org. Robinson Preserve – Mosaic NEST

Meet with other young professionals while helping to make Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment! MYP members are invited to this community cleanup hosted by Keep Manatee Beautiful, Inc. for a cleanup at the State Road 64 Boat Ramp. We will pick up litter from the roadside and from the mangroves in the water. Following the cleanup, participants may stay to enjoy snacks, networking, and enjoy the beach.

PERSONAL TRAINER CERTIFICATION HYBRID - SCF Personal Trainer Certification Course - Hybrid (Virtual lectures + In-person practical skills labs) Get all the information needed to start an exciting fitness career & become a Certified Personal Trainer.  Turn your fitness passion into a profession with the ONLY IN-PERSON hands-on practical skill labs in the industry.  Our NCCA Accredited program is even approved for 3 college credits towards a degree.  The scheduled virtual lectures are led by our 5-star teacher.  Topics will cover 15 hours on anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and more.  The in-person practical skill labs allow you to role-play and review essential “hands-on skills” to master assessing clients, stretching, warm-ups/cool-downs, exercise analysis, and programming design.  The course includes the national test vouchers ($450 value) and extra access to our online video enhanced CPT course to review lectures and labs at no extra cost!  W.I.T.S. 30-hour optional employer internship (Level 2 Certification) helps walk you into jobs that very much value our unique certification.  We are all about your success and the tools we give you will help you reach that goal. This course is loaded with practice quizzes, discussion boards, and much more. We have included incredible veteran fitness mentors to help your successful outcome. Our supplemental internship programs walk you into some great job opportunities. Your test vouchers for the NCCA Accreditation national exams are included and a must for employers. BONUS online access to use the course as a great study tool.   Course Dates: Start Date June 4, 2022 Study Weekend- July 2, 2022.   5 Lectures -Saturdays 9:00 am- 12:00 pm (Online - please ensure your computer has speakers and microphone) 5 Hands On - Saturdays 1 PM - 4:00 PM (at a Fitness Center TBD - dress comfortably) National Exam Dates - Hands On and written Saturday July 16, 2022 9:00 am. Social distancing will be enforced when in person. Course Fee: $849 Register Here.

A book club designed for children still in the process of learning to read. We read the book together and then have a literary activity and fun craft. For babies to age 5. Limited to 10 families. No registration required.

All-Live Instruction! Fun online experiences to help to keep kids active and engaged. ¡Instrucción en vivo! Experiencias divertidas en línea para ayudar a mantener a los niños activos y comprometidos.

Read your favorite story to a furry friend!

Come learn about the ocean through the science of seashells and then put your knowledge to the test by creating a unique and fun science illustration.

En 1913, el escritor norteamericano Ambrose Bierce se despidió de sus amigos con cartas en las que se declaraba viejo y cansado. Quería morir y escoger cómo. La enfermedad y el accidente le parecían indignas de él. En cambio, ser ajusticiado ante un paredón mexicano... Entró en México en noviembre y no se volvió a saber de él...- Amazon

This is the spring recital for the Reflex Arts Dance Company. It is a ticketed event open to the public

This is the spring recital for the Reflex Arts Dance Company. It is a ticketed event open to the public

Alicia Monterrubio, domingo a domingo, estara con nosotros para enseñarnos como durante estos momentos dificiles, los padres empresarios podemos realizar nuestras actividades diarias de manera positiva.

Start the first Sunday of each month with a refreshing YOGA class amidst the tree-tops inside the stunning NEST "tree-house" of Robinson Preserve. There's nothing quite like this class & location for YOGA! All Levels - Come as you are! Cost of class is $10. Tickets must be purchased online at mymanatee.org/ecoevents Walk-ins welcome based on availability but space is limited. Please bring your own mat and a water. Classes will be held indoors unless otherwise announced. There are plenty of windows with natural lighting and incredible views surrounding the space. YOGA is well known for its physical, mental and overall health benefits. This class is designed to blend awareness of breath, physical movement & mindfulness to promote clarity of mind while developing physical strength and stamina, increasing flexibility, burning calories and detoxifying the body. These yoga classes are designed to offer a healthy challenge to build strength, stamina & flexibility while at the same time promoting presence and mindfulness (the ultimate goal of yoga). Each class will vary - some will be easier than others- and each class includes a "pinnacle pose", which is usually a more advanced pose we work toward as a class and modifications are offered for those who are beginners. Usually these are offered at end of class and gives us something to reach toward as our practice evolves. Class sponsored & provided by Brandy Gray of MomWifeSOUL Yoga in partnership with Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources. https://www.facebook.com/events/3065150447092587

Start the first Sunday of each month with a refreshing YOGA class amidst the tree-tops inside the stunning NEST "tree-house" of Robinson Preserve. There's nothing quite like this class & location for YOGA! All Levels - Come as you are! Cost of class is $10. Tickets must be purchased online at mymanatee.org/ecoevents Walk-ins welcome based on availability but space is limited. Please bring your own mat and a water. Classes will be held indoors unless otherwise announced. There are plenty of windows with natural lighting and incredible views surrounding the space. YOGA is well known for its physical, mental and overall health benefits. This class is designed to blend awareness of breath, physical movement & mindfulness to promote clarity of mind while developing physical strength and stamina, increasing flexibility, burning calories and detoxifying the body. These yoga classes are designed to offer a healthy challenge to build strength, stamina & flexibility while at the same time promoting presence and mindfulness (the ultimate goal of yoga). Each class will vary - some will be easier than others- and each class includes a "pinnacle pose", which is usually a more advanced pose we work toward as a class and modifications are offered for those who are beginners. Usually these are offered at end of class and gives us something to reach toward as our practice evolves. Class sponsored & provided by Brandy Gray of MomWifeSOUL Yoga in partnership with Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources. https://www.facebook.com/events/3065150447092587

SCF Coding Academy - STEM Summer Camp The Coding Academy at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) is offering in-person STEM camps for elementary, middle and high school students this summer. The fun and affordable camps will feature a variety of STEM-related subjects taught in age-appropriate formats, with a focus on coding and robotics. Half-day sessions for rising second- to fifth-graders will be available at SCF Lakewood Ranch, 7131 Professional Parkway E., Sarasota. June 6 - July 22 8am - Noon $175 per week Full days will be offered to middle and high school campers at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. June 13 - July 22 8am - 4pm $299 per week Each week of camp will be theme-based. Activities include robotics, coding, Minecraft, game design and drones. The weekly camps will build on skills for returning campers and introduce new campers to beginner skills. For more information and to register for the SCF Coding Academy’s STEM Summer Camp. Register Here.

The Village is a residential neighborhood with a commercial overlay that creates a true live/work/play mix. Come visit, shop, dine, stroll, Photograph our beautiful galleries and restaurants. The Village has experienced a remarkable 15 years, growing from a neglected neighborhood to one of the most unique and visited places in Manatee County. West. We encourage you to use the parking garage at the corner of 12th St. West and 8th Ave. Paid parking Monday - Friday 8-6pm. Friday night ArtWalks and weekends, park free. Limited on-street parking is free throughout the Village of the Arts. http://www.villageofthearts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Village-of-the-...

Care Partners meet for mutual support while those with Parkinson’s meet in a separate room to discuss strategies for optimal living with PD.

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Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. First come, first serve. Limit of 12 families.

Are you getting ready for retirement? Do you wonder how Social Security works? Do you have employees that want to turn on their Social Security benefits? For most people turning on Social Security benefits is a one time decision, and we want to make sure you get it right.  This is a free one hour educational seminar on Social Security Retirement Benefits. Topics will include: * How Social Security works * Social Security Full Retirement Ages * Social Security Penalties and Withholding * The financial impact of Social Security Planning * Social Security Spousal Benefits * How income effects Social Security & Tax Planning Use the link below to register for our webinar. Once registered, you will receive an email link to enter the webinar. The link may appear in your spam folder. Please check your junk mail.  

Ever wanted to make a podcast? Join the Palmetto Podcast club! Every month we learn about podcasting by creating fun content, editing, and learning about all of the technology involved. The first hour of club is learning about podcasting and the second is creating the actual thing! No registration required.

Veterans and First Responders, come swap stories and with brothers and sisters you never knew you had. Building a support system through comradery over dinner and stories, empowered together, we can overcome adversity and have a positive impact. “I fight stigma by choosing to live an empowered life. To me, that means owning my life and my story and refusing to allow others to dictate how I view myself or how I feel about myself.” Val Fletcher https://www.facebook.com/events/407642091149544

Join us for LADIES NIGHT! Ladies can enjoy $5 house wines between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.. Come in for a wood fired pizza and ask your server which wines pairs best! 

Here's your opportunity to give the gift of blood. The One Blood Bus will be available in Palmetto Branch's north parking lot to all those who would like to donate blood.

Join us for a fun filled hour of stories, music, dancing, and crafts! Limited to 10 families. Parent/Care-giver, please register once for family unit.

After receiving a frantic letter from her newly-wed cousin begging for someone to save her from a mysterious doom, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican countryside. She’s not sure what she will find—her cousin’s husband, a handsome Englishman, is a stranger, and Noemí knows little about the region. (Good Reads)

After receiving a frantic letter from her newly-wed cousin begging for someone to save her from a mysterious doom, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican countryside. She’s not sure what she will find—her cousin’s husband, a handsome Englishman, is a stranger, and Noemí knows little about the region. (Good Reads)