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Outdoor Adventures Await in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
Life in the Sunshine State is sweet! Our year-round warm weather and gorgeous natural spaces make Florida the perfect place for outdoor adventures. Sarasota and Manatee Counties offer residents the perfect mix of land and sea excursions that people of all ages can enjoy. Here are some of our REALTORS® favorite outdoor adventures from Bradenton to Englewood.
- Florida West Scuba & Charters – 509 N. Tamiami Tr., Venice, FL 34285
After you've toured Venice homes for sale, discover what colorful fish and wildlife make their homes under the sea with excursions from Florida West Scuba & Charters. Known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World, Venice is the perfect place to dive into adventure and go searching for your own shark teeth. The crew at Florida West Scuba & Charters has never come back from a trip empty-handed, so you're sure to see shark teeth and fossils on your journey. With basic, advanced and refresher open water dive classes available, there's a sea of adventure waiting for you just off the Venice coast.
- Around the Bend Nature Tours – P.O. Box 1136, Bradenton, FL 34206
Around the Bend Nature Tours invites you to discover the area's natural and cultural history with guided tours throughout the county. They'll take you exploring in the estuaries around Palmetto, teach you about Florida pioneer history at Duette Preserve, and guide you through diverse habitats to view gorgeous birds. Featuring summer camps, field trips and coastal climate walks, Around the Bend Nature Tours — conveniently around the bend from Palmetto homes for sale — will take you on an exciting journey through the natural landscape that's right in our backyards.
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Memorial Day Events in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
Memorial Day weekend is a lively time to be in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. From Lakewood Ranch to Siesta Key, you'll find a parade, ceremony or other festivity planned to honor the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom. This holiday weekend is also filled with exciting events featuring food, music, and fun. Join our REALTORS® at one of these five annual Memorial Day weekend events to get acquainted with Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
- Suncoast Region Memorial Day Parade - 124 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Who doesn't love a parade—especially on Memorial Day? Be a part of the drums drumming and the red, white, and blue flying as th...
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Cheers to Sarasota and Manatee County Wineries, Boutiques and Tasting Rooms
Where to Celebrate National Wine Day in Your City
Raise your glass if you're ready to celebrate the vine! National Wine Day is May 25th, and our REALTORS® are ready to help you uncork an evening of delicious wine tasting. Grab life by the stem and head to one of these wineries around Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
- Goodfellas Café & Winery – 4571 Clark Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233
Artisanal wines and homemade Italian food — if that doesn't sound like the perfect evening then we're not sure what does! Sarasota's craft winery sits just blocks away from Sarasota homes for sale. Woodfire pizzas and full-bodied reds, alfredo pasta, and crisp whites. Imagine sipping on a blushing rose while enjoying a decadent tiramisu or cheesecake. Goodfellas Café & Winery will even let you use their fermentation, racking and bottling equipment to make your own customized bottle of wine. With a personalized bottle of wine at home, every day can be National Wine Day.
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Manatee and Sarasota Counties: Where to Adopt a Four-Legged Friend
Join our REALTORS® at Wagner Realty as we observe National Lost Dog Awareness Day on April 23rd. This annual event celebrates the happy reunions of lost pets and their owners while raising awareness for the hundreds of other missing or abandoned dogs that need a loving home. There are plenty of cute canines throughout the Sarasota and Manatee Counties that are available for immediate adoption. As you browse homes for sale along
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Mark Your Calendar: 5 Spring Festivals in Manatee and Sarasota Counties
When's the last time you spent the weekend enjoying the sun and exploring the fun found around Sarasota and Bradenton? Our REALTORS® encourage you to get out and get involved in the many fantastic weekend events that fill our coast with rich arts and culture. Celebrate our gorgeous weather and vibrant communities by attending one of these five great spring festivals happening in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
Mark Your Calendars for These Great Spring Festivals
- Village of the Arts Artwalk Weekend – 1017 12 Ave W., Bradenton, FL 34205 | April 5-6
The first Friday of every month kicks off the Village of the Arts Artwalk Weekend. Take a stroll through the Village's galleries and shops, stopping to admire the wonderful works of art that our talented area artists bring to life. Pick out a few pieces to take home or learn more about these creations from the artists themselves. Close to Bradenton homes for sale, the Village of the Arts Artwalk Weekend is a can't miss event every month!