Thursday, August 17, 2017 / by Hunt Brothers Realty
Your August 25th - 27th Weekend Guide to Suncoast's Local Happenings
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25, 2017
FRIDAY FEST '17
VAN WEZEL
777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota
From 5pm to 9pm
Friday Fest (Reggae Edition) w/ Jah Movement Reggae Band and DJ Steel will be bringing you the best LIVE Reggae, Soca, Calypso, and R&B right outside by the beautiful Bayfront at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, kids and lets have an Irie time. There will be food trucks and drink stations available. This is a FREE all ages event. There will be plenty of room to get your dance party on!
FOURTH FRIDAY
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN VILLAGE
1800 Block of Fruitville Rd, Sarasota
From 5pm to 9pm
Enjoy outdoor music, food, art vendors, art demos, face painting, refreshments, merchandise, and pottery painting specials. This month's music will be provided by Dalco, who creates multi-genre electronic music.
DANCE PARTY
THE PARK SRQ
8000 Hawkins Rd, Sarasota
From 7pm to 10pm
Calling all local high schoolers! Last year's Dance Party was a hit and now it's back! Get ready to dance and party the night away in our fogged out, strobe lighted, disco ball'ed' Club. With returning DJ Jake Dela Cruz and Full Belly Food Truck providing fresh quality food. This will NOT be a night to miss! If dancing isn't your thing, you'll still want to make The Park Lounge and canopy areas the place to hangout with your friends at this special Friday night event.
80's DANCE
24 TWENTYONE EVENT CENTER
2421 Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte
From 7pm to 10pm
Come on out and shake your tail feathers! $10 at the door. Drinks and food available. We will have a food t ruck there for your enjoyment also. We will also have a 50/50 raffle.
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
SARASOTA OPERA HOUSE
61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota
From 7:30pm to 9:30pm
A 1920s silent-film star falls for a spunky chorus girl, much to the dismay of his diva-ish leading lady, in this lighthearted musical spoof of the early days of Hollywood.
BRADENTON DANCE PARTY
RENAISSANCE ON 9th
1816 9th St W, Bradenton
From 8pm to 11pm
Do you love to dance? Then get your tickets NOW to the hottest dance party Bradenton has ever seen! Featuring the #1 Dance Band in Southwest Florida - Reverend Barry & Funktastic Soul featuring the Hellacious Horns! Free appetizers and cash bar provided. VIP reserved tickets are $40. General admission tickets are $15 in advance, $20 the week of the event, and $25 at the door. Get your tickets today!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2017
FORT HAMER BRIDGE RUN
FORT HAMER BOAT RAMP
1605 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish
From 6am to 12pm
To benefit the Parrish YMCA, Parrish Foundation, and Manatee County Youth Rowing. Races available include a 5k, 10k, 1 mile and kids races across the bridge. Please check the site for deadlines and prizes.
CHALKFEST 6.0
DOWNTOWN ENGLEWOOD
Dearborn Street, Englewood
From 8am to 2pm
Now in its sixth year, Englewood will once again transform Dearborn Street into an oversized canvas! This will be a wonderful opportunity to encourage kids, families, and big kids (a.k.a adults) to a celebration of creative interaction. Music will fill the air and the art stations will be set up for more hands on experiences. Bring your chalk, some will be available from donations, no oils please. This is a FREE event hosted by the Englewood Art Center and Pioneer Days Committee. Open to artists of all ages, registration starts at 8am, chalking starts at 9am and goes on until 2pm.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA SUP STATE GAMES
NATHAN BENDERSON PARK
5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota
From 8am to 4pm
This is the third annual State Games for Special Olympics Florida SUP (standup paddle)! Events Offered: Levels 1 - 4. Visit the link for full schedule.
SUP YOGA DEMO
GT BRAY PARK
5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton
From 9am to 11am
Have you been wanting to try yoga on a paddle board? Now is your chance! Rachael Croll will be teaching a FREE SUP yoga demo at the GT Bray Pool before we launch the program throughout the county. The demo runs from 9am to 11am with 20 minute mini sessions during that time. No experience or equipment needed, Rachel brings the boards and the instruction. This demo is FREE for members and non-members can pay the regular $3 daily pass fee.
SUCCULENT TERRARIUM WORKSHOP
BURNETT'S WHOLESALE NURSERY
4808 18th St E, Bradenton
From 10am to 11:30am
Create your own succulent terrarium. Reserve your spot and buy your ticket today!
INTRO TO ACROYOGA WORKSHOP
CIRCUSOUL YOGA
4141 S Tamiami Trl #6, Sarasota
From 12pm to 2:30pm
This workshop will focus on the fundamentals of AcroYoga to practice yoga, acrobatics and therapeutics. No experience required. No partner required. Come FLY at CircuSoul Yoga. Cost is $35 pre-registration or $40 day of.
ARTS IN AUGUST
FISHERMEN'S VILLAGE
W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
From 12pm to 4pm
Come enjoy a fine art festival and demonstrations by artists from the Visual Art Center at Fishermen's Village. Festival will have a variety of art for sale and demos to watch.
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
MUSIC COMPOUND
1751 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota
From 12pm to 4pm
Join Music Compound for their Back to School Bash! Enjoy kids activities, live music and meet the awesome staff! This is a FREE event and open to the public.
KIDS SHIPWRECK DANCE PARTY
TRINGALI PARK
3460 N Access Rd, Englewood
From 6pm to 9pm
This free lock-in event is hosted by Charlotte County Community Services, Englewood Community Coalition, and Englewood Pioneer Days Parade Committee. All kids ages 9 to 15 must be signed in and out by an approved adult. Kids will enjoy FREE pizza, FREE drinks, costume contests and prizes. Music will be provided by a live DJ. This is a FREE event.
GRAND SLAM MOVIE SERIES
CHARLOTTE SPORTS PARK
2300 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte
From 6pm to 10pm
FREE EVENT! Bring the family to the Charlotte Sports Park to enjoy a FREE baseball themed movie, fun and games! Gates open at 6pm and movie will start at 7pm. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
MBG MOVIE NIGHT
MANDEVILLE BEER GARDEN
428 N Lemon Ave, Sarasota
From 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Come and hang at the Mandeville Beer Garden and enjoy a free screening of the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Free popcorn will be served starting at 7:30pm. Come dressed as an oompa loompa for free high-fives! Kids are welcome!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27, 2017
INDIAN COOKING CLASS
CURRY STATION B
3550 Clark Rd, Sarasota
From 11am to 12:30pm
Dal Tadka (lentil tempered with cumin-garlic and turmeric) and Chapati bread. $40 per person including lunch and soft beverages. Please call Curry Station B to reserve your knife and cutting board!
FREE YOGA DEMO & OPEN HOUSE
LEMON BAY YOGA STUDIO
3808 Old Englewood Rd, Englewood
From 11am to 4pm
Lemon Bay Yoga studio and Beverly Katchen LMT, Therapeutic Massage. Enjoy soothing teas and yummy treats to cool you in the summer heat. Take the opportunity to discover how therapeutic massage can aid in relief of chronic pain. Learn about how yoga can benefit common health problems. Gain and understanding of Ayurveda and how to incorporate it easily into your life. Ask questions, learn tips and tricks, and enjoy the beautiful serene space. Attend a free mini yoga class on the back stage from 1pm to 145pm
