WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?!
Fri, Sept 15th, 7pm | 7th Annual Sanga-rita Showdown | Manatee County Fairgrounds, Veterans Hall | 1402 14th Avenue W
Local restaurants will compete for the titles of Best Sangria, Best Margarita, and Best Bites on the Suncoast! You will be able to sample them all and vote for your favorites while you enjoy delicious restaurant appetizers and entertainment. A few of the participating restaurants will be Winghouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Loaded Cannon Distillery, Sandbar Seafood & Spirits, and more!
Sat, Sept 16th, 8am | 7th Annual Reef and Beach Clean Up | Sea Breeze Park | 55 Horseshoe Loop Road
Calling all Scuba Divers, Fishermen, and Land Lubbers! Suncoast Aqua Ventures presents the 7th Annual Suncoast Reef and Beach Clean Up. From 8-10am you can enjoy free breakfast while you register and pick up your t-shirt, trash bags, and other supplies. After that, you will collect trash until weigh-in from 2-5pm. All debris will be weighed and recorded, and there will be cash and prizes to be won!
Sat, Sept 16th, 9:30am | UTC Fit | The Green at UTC | 125 North Cattlemen Road
Enjoy a free outdoor group workout led by instructors from our local fitness community. This class will consist of different styles and intensities to be sure there is something for everyone. Bring a mat and water, and you will receive a free workout, great music, and goodies from The Vitamin Shoppe.
Sat, Sept 16th, 6:30pm | Jim Breuer’s True Breu Weekend | Art Ovation Hotel | 1255 North Palm Avenue
Jim Breuer brings together comedy and community with his True Breu Weekend! The event begins with a pre-show mixer where you can play fun games, win prizes, listen to great music, and enjoy drinks/appetizers. The comedy show and Q&A will begin at 7:30pm, followed by the meet & greet at 9pm. The best part of all? This event shares proceeds with the American Cancer Society’s “Men Wear Pink Campaign”!
Sun, Sept 17th, 10am | The Velveteen Rabbit: A Toy Story | Florida Studio Theatre | 1241 N Palm Avenue
In this brand-new adaptation of The Velveteen Rabbit, Margery Williams’ classic story springs to magical life. When The Child gets The Rabbit, she is initially disappointed with her gift. As the two quest and adventure through her storybooks, both Rabbit and Child grow, change, and care for each other. Don’t miss out on this wonderful show!
