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Join us for the FINAL "Show Jumping Under the Stars" $25,000 Grand Prix of the 2019 Season!
Gates open at 5:00 pm, first horse on course at 7:00 pm.
Free Parking, Admission $10, kids 5 and under free!
Proceeds of admissions and other fundraising activities benefit Venice Main Street!
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MUSIC -- FOOD -- ADULT BEVERAGES available for purchase. Smokin' Momma Lora's BBQ Food Truck will be there, Sips N Spurs will be open!
Kids Welcome, Great Family Fun!
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Come see the Equine Ambassadors from InStride, the Mini-Horses Bolt and Minnie...take a picture, give them a pet, they love kids!
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VIP TABLES AVAILABLE: $300 for table of 6, for reservations call or text 941-809-6361 or click here: http://bit.ly/2019VETVIPTABLE
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Bleachers are available but feel free to bring chairs as they fill up fast. Leashed pets welcome, Closed-toe shoes recommended, if you need assistance call us and we are happy to help!
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Grand Prix Show Jumping is an Olympic Sport requiring extraordinary athleticism from both horse and rider, with jumps approaching 5 feet in height and 6 feet in width.
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See our website for full schedule and additional information:
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Join Venice Institute for Performing Arts and Venice MainStreet, Inc. for the premiere of the Gazebo Starlight Cinema series. Movies start at sundown in downtown Venice's Centennial Park. Bring blankets, chairs, and the whole family to kick off your weekend and enjoy these FREE monthly movies in the park!

We encourage you to support your wonderful local Venice Avenue businesses by bringing snacks, dinner, ice cream (or gelato!) to the Gazebo to enjoy during the movie.

We can't wait to see you there...

*More monthly dates for 2019 to be announced
Visit: www.visitvenicefl.org for more info.

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The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School returns in 2019 to present a performance that is sure to move, thrill and delight all dance lovers. Prepare to be wow’d by the artistry, strength and passion of Cuban ballet as these young dancers bring to the stage a vast repertoire of classical and contemporary dance works.
Visit: https://veniceperformingartscenter.com/ for more info. and to purchase tickets.

On March 2, 2019 there will be a lively group of Tappercise dancers from Venice, Sarasota and Englewood performing in an annual show to benefit Tidewell Hospice for the last time. The dazzling event will take place at the Venice Gardens Civic Center, 406 Shamrock Blvd. at 7pm followed by open dancing from 8-9:30 with a band called "Twice as Nice." All proceeds go directly to Tidewell Hospice. Tickets are on sale now for $15.00, or you can purchase tickets at the door for $18.00.

Tappercise will still be available to do road shows at Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities and smaller communities, but no big public shows after this one!.

For more information about Tappercise, to become a dancer or to purchase tickets now, please call Sharon de Marc at 941-408-0019

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The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School returns in 2019 to present a performance that is sure to move, thrill and delight all dance lovers. Prepare to be wow’d by the artistry, strength and passion of Cuban ballet as these young dancers bring to the stage a vast repertoire of classical and contemporary dance works.
Visit: https://veniceperformingartscenter.com/ for more info. and to purchase tickets.

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The Crawl Route*° is as follows:

Bourbon St. Band
Old Venice Pub, 100 W. Venice Ave., 5:00-5:15
Bonnell’s Boutique and Winery, 101 W. Venice Ave., 5:15-5:30
Café Venice, 101 W. Venice Ave., 5:30-5:45
Spice and Tea Exchange, 101 W. Venice Ave., 5:45-6:00
Made In Italy, 117 W. Venice Ave., 6:00-6:15
Sunbug, 141 W. Venice Ave., 6:15-6:30
Gazebo, Centennial Park, 6:30-6:45
Venice Wine and Coffee, 201 W. Venice Ave., 6:45-7:00
southeast salt, 213 W. Venice Ave., 7:00-7:15
Crate and Marrow, 235 W. Miami Ave., 7:15-7:30
Parlor Barbershop, 227 W. Miami Ave., 7:30-7:45
Down Island Way Boutique, 225 W. Miami Ave., 7:45-8:00
Laurie Jean & Co., 219 W. Miami Ave., 8:00-8:15
After Party at Made In Italy starting at 8:15pm

Frenchmen St. Band
DP Fitness and Wellness, 210 W. Miami Ave., 5:00-5:15
Mother’s Cupboard Spice Shoppe, 208 W. Miami Ave., 5:15-5:30
Venice Trading Company, 211 W. Miami Ave., 5:30-5:45
Island Gift Nook, 227 W. Venice Ave., 5:45-6:00
TJ Carney’s, 231 W. Venice Ave., 6:00-6:15
Shirt Stop, 247 W. Venice Ave., 6:15-6:30
Gazebo, Centennial Park, 6:30-6:45
Venice Ave Creamery, 249 W. Venice Ave., 6:45-7:00
Dick’s Shoes, 251 W. Venice Ave., 7:00-7:15
Daiquiri Deck, 300 W. Venice Ave., 7:15-7:30
Seaside Chic Boutique, 310 W. Venice Ave., 7:30-7:45
Ciao Gelato, 317 W. Venice Ave., 7:45-8:00
Ristorante San Marco, 305 W. Venice Ave., 8:00-8:15
After Party at Daiquiri Deck starting at 8:15pm

*Route schedule and times are subject to change. Follow us on Facebook or keep checking www.visitvenicefl.org for the most up to date information.
°Please note: alcohol may only be consumed inside of each individual serving establishment. Alcohol is NOT permitted in the streets or sidewalks of Downtown Venice.

Open to the public! Dance on one of SWFL'S biggest dance floors featuring some of the area's top entertainers and music from the 50s, 60s & 70s. Seating is round covered tables of eight and all seats are reserved. Tickets are $17.00 purchased online or by calling 800-838-3006. No tickets at the door and you must be 21 to enter. This is a "bring your own event" coolers are welcome! Ice is provided free and there is plenty of free on-site parking. Upscale 55+ crowd with average attendance of 250. The perfect place to meet with friends and bring your visitors from up north for a fun evening in Venice

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Ticket Donations - $20.00
Tickets may be purchased in February from Members of Venice Area Garden
Club, the following locations or at the door the days of the event.
Celebration Corner – 303A West Venice Avenue, Venice – 941-484-2206
Cardware – US Post Office, Venice Pines, 1224 Jacaranda Blvd., Venice – 941-493-8636
Classic Creations in Diamonds & Gold, 2389 Tamiami Trail S., Venice - 941-497-6331
Collectors Gallery & Framery – 114 S. Nokomis Avenue, Venice – 941-488-3029
Deborah’s Quilt Basket – 337 W. Venice Avenue, Venice – 941-488-6866
Down Island Way Boutique – 225 West Miami Avenue, Venice – 941-451-9668
The Knitting Place – 258 E. Miami Avenue (Patterson Bldg.), Venice – 941-486-1584
Village Pharmacy of Nokomis – 1095 N. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis - 941-488-8800
Proceeds benefit: The beautification of the Venice Area, Scholarships for High School & Elementary School
Programs plus many more community activities. VAGC is a 501(c) not-for-profit organization.

*Reservation Required*
This tour reviews the history of Venice and shares local ghost stories experienced by Venice residents. A special feature of the ghost tour is a paranormal investigator who shares "ghost hunting" best practices so that you can accurately capture your very own picture of a ghost.
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Free Concert at the Gazebo in Centennial Park. Patchouli brings World Music to Downtown Venice. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a great evening!

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Ticket Donations - $20.00
Tickets may be purchased in February from Members of Venice Area Garden
Club, the following locations or at the door the days of the event.
Celebration Corner – 303A West Venice Avenue, Venice – 941-484-2206
Cardware – US Post Office, Venice Pines, 1224 Jacaranda Blvd., Venice – 941-493-8636
Classic Creations in Diamonds & Gold, 2389 Tamiami Trail S., Venice - 941-497-6331
Collectors Gallery & Framery – 114 S. Nokomis Avenue, Venice – 941-488-3029
Deborah’s Quilt Basket – 337 W. Venice Avenue, Venice – 941-488-6866
Down Island Way Boutique – 225 West Miami Avenue, Venice – 941-451-9668
The Knitting Place – 258 E. Miami Avenue (Patterson Bldg.), Venice – 941-486-1584
Village Pharmacy of Nokomis – 1095 N. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis - 941-488-8800
Proceeds benefit: The beautification of the Venice Area, Scholarships for High School & Elementary School
Programs plus many more community activities. VAGC is a 501(c) not-for-profit organization.

Back by popular demand, the Edwards Twins Direct From Las Vegas! Remember all the wonderful Variety shows we all grew up on in the 70’s & 80’s? Now is your chance to see them live and re-created by Las Vegas’ number one impersonators of all time. All your favorite legendary Superstars come alive in An Evening with The Stars. The NBC Today show says “it’s one of the most extraordinary shows we have ever seen.” Sonny & Cher, Billy Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Tom Jones, and many, many more hosted by THE EDWARDS TWINS FROM LAS VEGAS. All live vocal. USA TODAY and THE BOSTON GLOBE raves “A Must see show” Each Star sings their number 1 hits as well as of your favorite Songs…
“Extraordinary”-The NBC Today Show
Visit: https://veniceperformingartscenter.com/ for more info. and to purchase tickets.

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Hosted by Ledbetter Law Group, Attorney Steven Ledbetter, and Amerilife, Representative Stephanie Goberman.
Breakfast and Refreshments will be served.
Topics will include: Wills versus Trusts, Probate Process, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Surrogate, Health Insurance, Medicare

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Come join us as the Relay For Life of Venice presents 'Chairs of Hope silent auction"!!
What: Silent Auction, wine sampling and light hors d'oeuvres
Where: Venice Art Center 390 Nokomis Ave S., Venice, FL 342385
When: Thursday, March 14, 2019
Cost $20 per person (Tickets available at the Venice Art Center during normal business hours
The Chairs of Hope is an art-based fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society and fund the mission of fighting cancer while providing services to patients both local and worldwide. Hand painted chairs will be auctioned off in a silent auction format with 100% of the proceeds going to the Relay For Life of Venice

Returning to the VPAC in 2019 with a brand new show, see the Gatlin Brothers: Unplugged like never before! Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers have been dazzling audiences for more than 60 years with their country music. They have won countless awards and performed at numerous concert halls and festivals, and have even performed at the White House on several occasions. Don’t miss your chance to hear the Gatlin Brothers: Unplugged.

2019 Book Fair and Writer's Festival will be held on March 15 and 16. The speakers will be on Friday in the new Venice public library from 3:00 to 7:30, and the Book Fair will be in West Blalock Park on Saturday from 9:00 to 3:00.
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For Salvador Dalí, the landscape of his homeland was always an essential feature of his work and outlook on life. Nearly two years ago, The Dalí Museum sought out Butcher to use his talents to capture a body of images of Dalí’s Mediterranean home, featuring some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes. Butcher traveled to the village of Cadaqués, where Dalí spent summers while growing up, Dalí’s house in Port Lligat and the rugged region of Cap de Creus – all areas that are prominently featured in Dalí’s works. The thoughtfully curated collection will feature 41 photos that take viewers on a journey through the Catalonian region, with images ranging from an intimate 2 feet to a panoramic 8 feet. The exhibit will be Butcher’s first photographic exhibition of Spain, as well as the first time he has been commissioned to photograph an area that influenced another artist.
Come and hear Mr. Butcher’s lecture, Visions of Dali’s Spain, and go on a journey through scenic Europe!
“We’re dedicated to sharing the art, life and world of Dalí with our community, “said Peter Tush, Dali Museum Curator of Education. “This show allows us to do just that in an immersive, yet intimate way. Butcher captured the sublime beauty of Dalí’s Mediterranean world in exquisite detail, providing a portal between their two worlds for our guests to explore.”

2019 Book Fair and Writer's Festival will be held on March 15 and 16. The speakers will be on Friday in the new Venice public library from 3:00 to 7:30, and the Book Fair will be in West Blalock Park on Saturday from 9:00 to 3:00.
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Lagers for Labs
A fun fund raising Event
When: Saturday March 16th, 2019 Time: 2-5 p.m.

Live Music provided by andy browne and friends
Finger food, including vegetarian options, from the British Open pub
Every Adult ticket purchased will include a lager and a Cash Bar will be Available
$25.00 in advance or $30.00 at the Door
Young Adults (13-20) -$15.00 in advance $20 at the Door
Children under 12 - 10.00 in advance $15 at the door
Raffle Baskets, 50/50 and Silent Auction. This is a people only event, sorry no dogs.

Under 21’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Save money, buy in advance on line at: http://lrrof.org/lagersforlabs/

Queen Nation, a tribute to Queen, was formed in 2004. The mission of the show is to carry on the musical torch and pay homage to the golden age of vintage Queen concerts. Queen Nation’s live 90-minute production of Queen’s greatest hits preserves the image, sound, and stage persona of vintage Queen. Considered THE BEST Queen Tribute in all of the US, audiences are amazed at the accuracy of their live retrospective journey through such Queen songs as We Will Rock You – Bohemian Rhapsody – We Are The Champions – Crazy Little Thing Called Love – You’re My Best Friend – Another One Bites The Dust – Under Pressure and many more.
Visit: https://veniceperformingartscenter.com/ for more info. and to purchase tickets.

On Sunday March 17th, 2019 the Venice Florida Corvettes, Corvette Club, will be hosting their 15th annual all Corvette show in Centennial Park in downtown Venice. 

Our first show was in January of 2003 at the Bill Buck Chevrolet dealer in Venice. In 2004 the show became known as “A Vette-Together “and was moved to September at Centennial Park. There were 60 members and 40 registered participants. Our show grew year by year and by 2008 there was well over 300 Corvettes in the show. After the September show we decided to move the date to March to allow our snowbirds to participate as well. Registration grew so much that we had to limit our registration to 165 participants, which provided a safer and less crowded show. Our show has grown since, to become one of the premier shows in the southeastern United States. Since then we decided that club cars are not eligible for awards. 55 of our members’ cars will be on display only, bringing the total Corvettes to over 200.

Participants that come from all over the including, AZ, KY, NC, SC, and MS are always excited to receive one of the 58 unique and prestigious “Sharks Tooth” trophies, depicting Venice, Florida, the shark tooth capital. The trophies are made by hand by club members and are sponsored by Norma Jeans Sports Bar and Grill.

Venice Florida Corvettes was started in 2002 when 7 couples came together and formed the club. Growth was rapid and today we have 254 memberships, representing 475 members that own 327 Corvettes!
Our goal as a social club is to have 2 social events per month plus our monthly meeting. We love to meet and eat!
In 2019 many of our club members will join our club member, who is one of the State caravan co-chairs, for the 25th National Corvette museum caravan.

Plan to visit Venice, Florida, the “Shark Tooth Capital Of The World” on Sunday March 17th, 2019 for our annual show. Show times are from 9am-2pm. At 2pm the prestigious Sharks Tooth hardware will be awarded to the lucky winners. Opening ceremony will be at 10am with presentation of colors by the Venice High School JROTC. There will also be a 50/50 drawing with proceeds going to the Venice Salvation Army Food Bank.
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The Fourth Annual Jazz with Pizzazz Brunch New Orleans style. Music performed by the Venice Symphony Jazz Orchestra. $80, includes brunch includes seafood, carving, omelet, and dessert stations, and more. Support youth education and musician programs and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Symphony way!

Matt McClure returns to Venice as Buddy Holly. Hear all your favorite Buddy Holly songs live in concert complete with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper. You won't want to miss this high energy event!

Matt McClure returns to Venice as Buddy Holly. Hear all your favorite Buddy Holly songs live in concert complete with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper. You won't want to miss this high energy event!

Matt McClure returns to Venice as Buddy Holly. Hear all your favorite Buddy Holly songs live in concert complete with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper. You won't want to miss this high energy event!