Venice MainStreet, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and enhancing
the character, beauty, and economic vitality of historic downtown Venice.
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Venice MainStreet is accredited again
by Main Street America for 2022
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As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, Venice MainStreet is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America. |
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Photo: Kara Morgan (above left), CEO of Venice MainStreet, accepts a check for $15,000 from Neal Communities, which was presented by Carlos Puente (above right), Vice President of Sales and Marketing, at the gazebo in Centennial Park in downtown Venice.
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Venice MainStreet receives $15,000 sponsorship from Neal Communities |
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Neal Communities donated $15,000 to Venice MainStreet to sponsor its Friday night concert series and marketing efforts. It is the first annual sponsor for this popular entertainment series in downtown Venice.
For 35 years, Venice MainStreet has supported the city of Venice’s historic downtown district by hosting special events like the Friday night concert series. On the second and fourth Fridays of each month, free music performances take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Centennial Park. The series, which is open to the public, has an annual average attendance of 10,000. It helps attract both tourists and residents downtown and stimulates economic spending in dining, shopping and recreational activities.
"Venice MainStreet is grateful to Neal Communities for supporting our mission through sponsorship of our annual concerts in the park series. The funds will be used to pay local artists to perform and support marketing efforts for downtown" said Kara Morgan, CEO of Venice MainStreet. "We look forward to an exciting roster of performers throughout the summer months and we hope everyone will try to catch a concert downtown this year!"
“We are proud to support an organization dedicated to economic development and business vitality in the Venice community,” said Pat Neal, founder and chairman of Neal Communities.
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FLAVORS as diverse as PRIDE. . .
and we want you to try them all!
Experience the best of Sarasota & Venice's LGBTQ+ friendly businesses with our third annual TASTE of PRIDE event brought to you by Project Pride SRQ and Venice Pride. Participating businesses will be offering a discount, special offer, or free item to celebrate Pride Month, and some locations are even adding rainbow items to the menu! Always make sure to mention "TASTE of PRIDE" when ordering and we encourage you to take pics.
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Reservations suggested!
CASSARIANO ITALIAN EATERY
313 W. VENICE AVE., VENICE, FL 34285
941-786-1000
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Venice Olive Oil Company
101 W Venice Ave #5, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 483-4200
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It's time to expand your world!
You can still register for the whole week-long festival, or check out the shows below and get tickets for individual countries. Each show lasts only an hour, so you'll probably want to pick a few! Tickets $16-$20. Seating is general admission.
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Venice Theatre
140 Tampa Ave. W, Venice, FL 34285
941-488-1115
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BPWEV Dinner & Guest Speaker
June 21 at 5:15pm
The Business and Professional Women of Englewood and Venice are pleased to welcome the public to join us on Tuesday, June 21st, 5:15pm, at the Plantation Golf and Country Club, 500 Rockley Blvd, Venice, for dinner and an informative presentation provided by Heidi Ganski, Development Coordinator of the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition.
A non-profit organization since 1989, the Coalition is the largest provider of both food and homeless prevention services in Charlotte County and have the only official emergency shelter in all the surrounding 5-counties. Celebrating their new and expanded resale shop, Fabulous Finds, the Coalition is continually working to help members of our community. Visit BPWEV.org to make your reservation today!
BPW is a grassroot organization developed to promote and advocate for women’s rights. Whether you are a business owner, an employee, student, or retiree, BPW provides leadership through advocacy, education, and information within our communities on issues important to all working women. Visit BPWEV.org for more information.
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Presented by Venice Heritage Inc. |
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The Blues Brothers Soul Band
July 8 @ 7:00 pm
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Venice Performing Arts Center
Venice High School, Building 5
1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL 34285
(941) 218- 3779
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City of Venice bike rides are back!
Next one is Thursday, July 14th
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The City of Venice has reinstated its Monthly Bicycle Rides led by Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator Darlene Culpepper, to be held on the second Thursday of the month.
The next 6-mile casual ride around the island of Venice will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 14. Bring your bike and a helmet to the west parking lot of City Hall, 401 W. Venice Ave., across from Avenue Des Parques. Darlene will lead a brief safety discussion prior to the ride.
Registration to participate in the bike ride by email is encouraged, so if inclement weather cancels the ride, Darlene can notify you. Members of the public should email Darlene at dculpepper@venicefl.gov to register or for more information.
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Indulge Your Taste Buds at Downtown Venice Restaurants
Every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
941-893-4664
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Venice Gulf Coast Living Magazine |
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So many amazing colors to suit any table setting. These wonderful bowls, made in Italy, are virtually unbreakable and are top shelf dishwasher safe. What more could you need? |
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Luxurious Interiors
205 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-0319
Follow on Facebook and Instagram: luxuriousinteriorsfl
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Patchington Venice
136-138 West Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285
941-488-4128
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Business Partner
The Island Bookshop
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Nonprofit Partner
Women's Sertoma Club of Venice
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Community Partner
Ernest Skinner
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Your support will help keep our Venice MainStreet
e-newsletter going, as well as our free downtown concerts, art festivals, community events and more!
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When you join and shop at smile.amazon.com and choose Venice MainStreet
as your favorite charitable organization, Amazon
will donate to VMS
at no cost to you.
Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases.
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FREE copies of the Venice MainStreet Downtown Directory are available at our at our office, 101 W. Venice Ave., Suite 23 (above Venice Olive Oil Company).
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Submissions to this newsletter are from Venice MainStreet Partners that pay an annual partnership. To join, please go to VisitVeniceFL.org.
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Venice MainStreet, Inc. is a nonprofit committed to preserving and enhancing the character, beauty, and economic vitality of historic downtown Venice.
Venice MainStreet Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered with the
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR VISIT WWW.FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. [s.496.405(1)(c), F.S.] Registration # CH50211
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