The 25th annual Christmas boat parade took place in Venice, FL on December 7. The parade started at 6pm. It began near the Albee road bridge in Nokomis, traveling partially out the jetty, then through Roberts Bay and all the way down to just north of the circus bridge on the island of Venice. … Keep reading... about Venice Christmas Boat Parade
Local Interest
Art in the Palms – Palm Island
The annual Art in the Palms arts festival on Palm Island took place November 9. There was an impressive assembly of artists as well as music and food. It is always a fun event and I like to take the Palm Island Resort shuttle to Rum Bay restaurant for lunch and a walk on the beach. There are no bridges to Palm Island so you must take the ferry. It is a short ride of just a few … Keep reading... about Art in the Palms – Palm Island
Thanksgiving on the Beach
Thanksgiving day in Southwest Florida was sunny and breezy with temperatures in the high sixties. It was too chilly for me to go swimming but it was a perfect day to visit Englewood Beach, relax on the sand and yes, wade ankle deep while searching for shark's teeth. I found a few small ones and a pile of great shells. The beach was uncrowded. It is rarely "crowded". Even in … Keep reading... about Thanksgiving on the Beach
Direct flights Portsmouth, NH to Punta Gorda
Allegiant Airlines has announced non-stop flights between Punta Gorda, FL and Portsmouth, NH. Beginning February 12, 2014, flights will originate at Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, flying direct to Punta Gorda, FL. Flights will take just under three hours. Promotional fares will start at $129 each way. Allegiant Airlines released a statement by President Andrew C. … Keep reading... about Direct flights Portsmouth, NH to Punta Gorda
Philippines Fundraiser
Dr. Mark Asperilla has shown his incredible generosity, donating his time, medical skills and funds to charities throughout the world. Dr. Asperilla has traveled extensively, caring for the poor and less fortunate, often traveling to his native country, Philippines. The disastrous typhoon that struck the country on November 8, 2013 has spurred his activism and generosity once … Keep reading... about Philippines Fundraiser
Venice FL Infrastructure Projects
The City of Venice, FL has announced plans to upgrade its reverse osmosis water treatment plant. The project is one of the largest in the city at almost $7,000,000. Venice officials said that the project is necessary due to population growth and real estate development in the area. The city will issue bonds to pay for about 50 projects. … Keep reading... about Venice FL Infrastructure Projects
Homes for sale in Punta Gorda Florida
Punta Gorda Florida is one of the most desirable and affordable areas of Southwest Florida. The historic downtown section has old style Florida homes along brick paved streets. Punta Gorda Isles, FL is a beautiful section with homes and condos along excellent canals with boating access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. Watch the Punta Gorda tour (3:32): … Keep reading... about Homes for sale in Punta Gorda Florida
My “Top 5” of Venice, Florida
In a city that is as vibrant and cultural as Venice, picking my "Top 5" things to do or places to go was a real challenge. Rather than rant about the thousand reasons that I love Venice, I'll try to provide you with some insight as to what I would recommend and what I consider to be the "Top 5" in Venice. Venice is nice. Very nice. In fact, you can't even spell Venice without … Keep reading... about My “Top 5” of Venice, Florida
Sea Turtle Nesting Season
It's that time of year again. Every year, between May 1 and October 31, beach goers will notice small areas of the beach marked with stakes in the sand, blocked off with orange tape. That can only mean one thing: it's sea turtle nesting season. The beaches lining Sarasota's coast have been a safe haven for loggerhead turtles for more than three decades. Heading the conservation … Keep reading... about Sea Turtle Nesting Season
Dolphins have Names
Scientists at Sarasota's Mote Marine Laboratory have determined that dolphins name each other. According to the scientists, dolphins use distinctive whistles to call each other by name. They say that having names enable the dolphins to travel together in groups, a key to their survival. According to CNN: One of the lead scientists in the study, Dr. Randall Wells, is a … Keep reading... about Dolphins have Names