RESTAURANTS

Parham joins MSCO’s Anna Maria unit

Deputy Daniel Parham has been assigned to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Anna Maria Unit. Mayor Dan Murphy introduced Parham to the city commission on Monday Oct. 25.

After noting Parham has more than 25 years of service with the Sheriff’s Office, Murphy said, “Welcome aboard. We’re glad to have you here. I think you’ll find this is the most enjoyable assignment you’ve had in your career.”

Following the meeting, Parham said, “This is a great move for me. I’m out here with people that actually want us to be out here. I look forward to coming to work every day.”

JOE HENDRICKS | SUN Deputy Daniel Parham is now a member of the MCSO Anna Maria unit.

Learn about the Holmes Beach comprehensive plan

Holmes Beach Planning commissioners are hosting a public forum where community members can see just what the commission has been up to for the past year. Come to Holmes Beach City Hall Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. to learn about the city’s comprehensive plan, how it helps to shape the future of the city of Holmes Beach and what changes are being discussed to update it. Commissioners hope to showcase their proposed changes and get feedback from residents, visitors, business owners and other community members. For more information on the comprehensive plan, visit https:// holmesbeachfl.org/community/holmes_ beach_comprehensive_plan.php.

Veteran’s Day ice cream social Thursday

The Anna Maria Island Historical Society and Museum is having an ice cream social immediately following the Veteran’s Day Parade as part of the celebration in Anna Maria on Thursday, Nov. 11. The museum is located at 402 Pine Ave. Admission is free. Visit them online at www.amihs.org.

AMI Chamber to host breakfast

The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce invites you to breakfast at Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe on Thursday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 a.m. The menu will consist of allyou-can-eat pancakes or two eggs with toast and home fries, with coffee and water also provided. The cost is $10 for members and $18 for future members. Payment can be made at amichamber.org for this event located at 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

Business card exchange at Your CBD Store

The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce will host a business card exchange at Your CBD Store, 6676 Cortez Road W., Bradenton, on Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 5-7 p.m. This is a great opportunity to network with chamber members and get the word out about your business. Lite bites will be provided by Jill Phipps from Starfish Chef Cuisine. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. RSVP to becky@amichamber.org or call 941-778-1541.

Locals beach cleanup rescheduled

The AMI Locals beach cleanup scheduled for Nov. 5 is rescheduled to Friday, Nov. 12 due to inclement weather. AMI Locals staff invites you to join them at 4 p.m. to lend a hand. After a great turnout at the last beach cleanup event, they’ve expanded to three locations: Bayfront Park, Anna Maria; Kingfish Boat Ramp, Holmes Beach; and Coquina Boat Ramp in Bradenton Beach. Just look for the blue tent and Locals Cleanup Meeting Place flags when you arrive. Please RSVP their Facebook event page (Locals Beach Cleanup), and receive a free T-shirt for participating. Whether you are a guest or a resident, everybody can pitch in and help keep Anna Maria Island beautiful.