Venice Area Community Guide & Preferred Business Directory

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Welcome to our treasured corner of paradise – Venice, Florida – also known as “The Shark Tooth Capital of the World!”

With miles of beautiful beaches, waterways, bike trails, and breathtaking sunsets, it is no wonder Venice is constantly ranked as one of the nation’s top destinations to visit, vacation, and live.

The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce has been promoting local business growth and success and cultivating a vibrant and engaged community since 1925. Our Chamber serves as our area’s visitor center, in partnership with Visit Sarasota County, and offers area maps and information about local attractions, businesses, and events. Our Chamber “family” includes nearly 1,000 member businesses and their employees of over 35,000. Together, our priority is to ensure that your Venice experience far surpasses your expectations!

This year, the theme for our Chamber’s board of directors is “Joining Forces Inclusively.” While Venice is acclaimed for its natural beauty and charming downtown, it’s the collaboration of businesses, volunteers, residents, and elected officials that enriches this special place we call home. These efforts epitomize the hometown spirit of Venice and represent the fabric that binds together our closely-knit community. The Chamber is honored to be a leader in bringing together such local partners for the benefit of everyone. We recognize that community engagement makes the greatest impact when organizations, residents, and businesses “join forces” to attain common goals – and we hope you agree that the results are illuminated as you explore the Venice area. Please let us know how the Chamber and our resources may enhance your Venice experience. Whether you are visiting, contemplating a relocation, starting a business, or simply looking to expand your community outreach, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you in the process. Thank you for helping us make Venice an even better place for generations to come!

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

David Joyner, Chair Joyner Family Insurance

Dane DeSantis, Chair Elect Hallmark Business Brokers, Inc.

Tish Scott-Murphy, Treasurer Seacoast Bank

Seth von Marschall, Immediate Past Chair Appliance Specialists, LLC

Kathy Lehner, President & CEO

DIRECTORS

Michael Bacon Bacon Brands

Annette Boone Boone Law Firm

Matthew DePalma Capstan Financial Consulting Group

Karen Fordham AMA Health

Jess Fronckowiak J2 Solutions Inc.

Lourdes Fuller Lightspeed Voice

Randy Kendrick Venice Print Center

Christine Masney Wellen Park

Justin Taylor MRT ACE Lawn and Garden Center

Beau Walker Home & Condo Rentals and Property Mgmt., Inc.

EX-OFFICIO

Jeff Boone Boone Law Firm

STAFF

Kathy Lehner President & CEO

Andrea Arnold Membership & Sales Director

Tara Baskinger Marketing Director

Jennifer Cooke Operations Director

Barbara Hines Leadership Venice Director

Debra Mattar Business Development Director

Sally Muzzonigro Executive Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator

Charleen Myers Member Engagement Director

The chamber team is supported by our fantastic and dedicated front desk volunteers!

LOCAL

Photography Prion Photography Contributing Writer Pam Johnson

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

CHAMBER MARKETING PARTNERS

Ed Burzminski, President & CEO (800) 428-1798 x101 www.chambermarketingpartners.com

EDITORIAL & DESIGN

Scott Brooks Project Director

Robbie Destocki .............. Designer/Creative Image Design Group © 2023 Venice Area Chamber of Commerce,

errors or misinformation. Please contact the publisher at the address above with any additions or corrections.

WE HAVE IT ALL

From our 14 miles of pristine beaches to our 30 miles of single-track biking and hiking trails. Originally called Horse and Chaise because of the carriage-like tree formation that marked the spot for fishermen, the name Venice was first applied in 1888 because of its likeness to the canal city in Italy. Read, discover, and explore.

• Our downtown area has an established “Main Street” status through Venice Mainstreet and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

• As you cruise down the Avenue, shop in one-of-a-kind stores and dine in a variety of local restaurants.

• Take a sunset stroll on North or South Jetty; grab a hotdog and refreshing beverage on either side while taking in some of the best sunsets you will ever see.

• Bike on Venetian Waterway Park or Legacy Trail.

• Kayak or paddleboard the waters of our hidden bays and mangroves.

• While boating in the intracoastal or in the Gulf, you’ll share the waters with dolphins and manatees at play.

• Tee up on one of over 25 public and private golf courses. Venice is also home to some of the best charter fishing anywhere.

Shark Tooth Capital

Venice is known the world over for its over abundance of pre-historic shark teeth. Thus the well deserved title of “Shark Tooth Capital Of The World”.

The Gulf of Mexico is the ninth largest body of water on our planet and home to almost 50 different species of sharks. None however are as large as the extinct Megalodon. The Megalodon sharks grew up to 60 feet long and weighed up to 65 tons. They also had the largest teeth of all sharks, at over seven inches long. Megalodon, meaning “big tooth”, lived here between 2.6 million and 28 million years ago. Of all the fossilized teeth found on our beaches, the Meg’s are the largest and most treasured.

Sharks teeth unlike our teeth have no roots. Their teeth break off easily and some only last a week. However, they have new rows of teeth ready to pop up and replace lost ones. The new tooth can be in place in less than a day. A single shark might lose 30,000 teeth in its lifetime.

Florida has been submerged and raised again and again from the sea, allowing fossilization to occur all over the state. The shallower waters on the West Coast have been more conducive for both the pre-historic sharks to feed and for the creation of thick fossil beds to capture and preserve their teeth.

You can find sharks teeth on any of our Venice beaches. Prime hunting territory stretches from the beach around the Venice Fishing Pier south down to Caspersen Beach. You may want to rent or purchase a “Florida snow shovel” for best results. Use the shovel to gather sand and sediment. Then shake the sifter at the end of the pole to empty out everything but the teeth.

If you haven’t found what you’re looking for yet, please call us at: 941-488-2236.

Or better yet, stop in and visit us at our office: 597 Tamiami Trail South, Venice.

If you strike out on the beaches, after completing one of the Quest scavenger hunts (info on page 14), you can stop in to the Chamber for your own bag. While you’re at the Chamber have your photo taken in front of our huge oversized Megalodon Tooth Monument. The # 1 photo spot in Venice.

Happy Hunting!!

CITY OF VENICE

The City of Venice has always been beautiful and historical, but the Venice of today is also vibrant.

Venice features gorgeous, world-class beaches; a thriving downtown with a plethora of unique shops and awesome restaurants for all tastes and budgets; fun nightlife; a wide variety of outdoor activities like golf, fishing and boating, kayaking and paddleboarding, tennis and pickleball; picture-perfect weather; and stunning natural beauty.

As designed by world-renowned planner John Nolen in 1926, Venice has more than 30 parks ranging in size from tiny pocket parks, to modern playgrounds, to the beach along the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the more unique spaces include the Brohard Paw Park, where dogs may romp on the sand with their owners; Venetian Waterway Park, where people can bike and hike on a 5-mile stretch along both sides the Intracoastal Waterway; and Centennial Park downtown, where concerts are held in the Gazebo and kids can splash and play in an Interactive

Children’s Fountain. Tranquil West Blalock Park includes the Monty Andrews Arboretum, where over 80 species of trees and palms are identified with information signs.

Venice looks the way it does in large part due to the tireless volunteers with Venice Area Beautification Inc. – VABI for short – who spend countless hours trimming, weeding, planting and watering, helping to ensure the City’s blooming downtown and parks are exceptional.

Venice’s history is captured in the Venice Museum on Nassau Street, a fun, educational and free way to spend the afternoon. Exhibits range from fossils found in the area to how the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, Kentucky Military Institute, Venice Army Air Base, and Ringling Bros. Circus shaped the City’s story. Don’t forget to visit the museum’s distinctive gift shop, with its unique, one-ofa-kind items.

Public art abounds, with colorful murals and sculptures of native wildlife. Currently, the Venice Art Center’s FantaSea project has 52 striking mermaid and seahorse

sculptures painted by local artists out on the streets to admire. Come find them all!

Our “City on the Gulf” boasts 3.5 miles of beach available to the public with free parking. The Venice Fishing Pier and South Jetty are two other popular, scenic locations to take in the area’s turquoise waters and spectacular sunsets.

The real estate market is thriving, there are plenty of diverse job opportunities, health care facilities are preeminent, and the schools are some of the best in the state. There are so many events and other activities that happen all year long in the City of Venice that are free to attend, for all ages. The area is perfect for young families, and it’s also ideal for those looking to retire – there are so many amenities for all walks of life. 401

Exploring the Beauty of Venice

THERE ARE EIGHT QUESTS TO CHOOSE FROM:

FantaSea Mermaids & Seahorses Quest

History

Arts & Culture

Downtown/Venice Beach Walk

Young at Heart

Shark Spotting

Search for Fairy Doors

Venice Public Library Centennial Quest

FOUNDERS

Boone Law Firm

C.J. Fishman

Robinson, Gruters & Roberts, P.A.

MEGALODON SPONSORS

Sharks Tooth Monument

Provided By:

GREGG G HASSLER, JR., DMD

Cosmetic, Restorative, and Implant Dentistry

TIGER SHARK SPONSORS

Engel & Völkers Venice Downtown

Joyner Family Insurance

William H. Jervey, Jr., Venice Public Library

As new listings continue to enter the market, sellers require unique services tailored to their specific needs. Premier Sotheby’s International Realty is a luxury leader in Venice real estate, backed by a powerful marketing program with access to state-of-the-art technology. Rely on your local expert with global reach to showcase your home in its best light, from our gorgeous Gulf beaches to countries around the world.

Venice Chamber Friends and Family,

It has been a pleasure to serve this community for over 45 years. I remember when my dad first started Tri County Air back in 1977. He worked so hard to build this company into everything he dreamed it could be. When he called and asked me to join him full time in 1987, I thought it would be a great opportunity to spend more time with my dad, but I had no idea how much this decision would impact my life. Today, Tri County Air is three generations strong because our family is committed to caring for your family’s comfort.

Every year, Tri County Air is honored to serve over 36,000 families across Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte counties by providing the area’s best and most trusted air conditioning service, maintenance, sales, and installations. When you choose to work with us, you become like a member of our family. Our mission every day is: “To comfort all in such a way that they are compelled to tell others about their experience, and it honors the Great Comforter, Jesus Christ.” We will proudly live out this mission as we serve your family and business.

In 2019, Tri County Air was honored to receive the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award. That same year, our non-profit, Serve Florida, was awarded the Pillar of the Community Award by the Mayor of Venice. In 2020, our team received the Sarasota Chamber Frank G. Berlin Small Business Award. The year after that, we were awarded the Best of SRQ Local Platinum Award and the Venice Gondolier Best of Venice Award. Finally, in 2022, we again won the Best of SRQ Local Platinum Award, the Sarasota Herald Tribune Reader’s Choice Award, and the

A LETTER FROM THE OWNER OF TRI COUNTY AIR

EVERY YEAR, TRI COUNTY AIR IS HONORED TO SERVE OVER 36,000 FAMILIES ACROSS MANATEE, SARASOTA, AND CHARLOTTE COUNTIES BY PROVIDING THE AREA’S BEST AND MOST TRUSTED AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE, MAINTENANCE, SALES, AND INSTALLATIONS.

Lennox Community Award. These awards showcase the fulfillment of our values and mission by each and every employee who has worked hard to serve our community since 1977.

Are you are looking for an air conditioning company you can trust who has earned industry accolades, community awards, over 4,500 5-star reviews – and who will also treat you like a member of the family? Then, contact us today. And remember…” No matter what the weather, Tri County makes it better!”

With Gratitude,

William Swanson President and Owner of Tri County Air

1080 Enterprise Ct. N. Venice, FL 34275

License numbers: EC13003720 | CAC042759 |

CVC56801 941-485-2222

tricountyair.com

8,436 MILES OF FLORIDA COASTLINE, SECOND ONLY TO ALASKA

14 MILES OF BEACH STRETCHING FROM CASEY KEY TO MANASOTA KEY ON THE GULF COAST

1OF3 FLORIDA CITIES SITUATED DIRECTLY ON THE WATER WITH NO BARRIER ISLANDS

1.34 MILES OF WATER MAKE UP 8% OF THE CITY OF VENICE.

IT COMES AS NO SURPRISE THEN THAT THE NAME VENICE WAS FIRST SUGGESTED FOR “THE CITY ON THE GULF” AS EARLY AS 1888 BECAUSE OF ITS LIKENESS TO THE CANAL CITY IN ITALY.

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STORY BY PAM JOHNSON

You’ve got a couple of days to spend in Venice. Get ready to have some fun. Here are things you can do in 48 hours.

PHOTO: The Snake Island site was discovered in 1994, eroding from the shore of the spoil island at the mouth of the Venice Inlet. Background research indicated that the island was once connected to the mainland. A low tidal marsh was cut from the mainland in 1907, during the initial dredging of the Intercoastal Waterway and used as a spoil site for dredged materials. Beneath the marsh, mud-covered with spoil lay a coastal shell midden dating from A.D. 600-1500. The site was apparently inundated by the rising sea level.

VENICE BY THE NUMBERS

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8% of the 16.81 square miles in the City of Venice, or 1.34 miles is water. It comes as no surprise then that the name Venice was first suggested for “The City On The Gulf” as early as 1888 because of its likeness to the canal city in Italy.

A CITY OF ART

Visit the Venice Art Center, 390 S. Nokomis Ave., where you can take a class or admire the work of others. This is a great place to buy one-of-a-kind souvenirs or gifts. Open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Learn about the latest exhibits at veniceartcenter. org. Then have lunch at the Art Caffe, where you can enjoy a freshly made crema Catalana.

While at the Venice Cultural Campus, walk over to the Venice Museum and Archives, 351 S. Nassau St., where you can learn about Dr. Fred Albee, the famous orthopedic surgeon who developed bone grafting. Albee was responsible for hiring John Nolen to design this early planned city. Kids will enjoy the display of prehistoric fossils from the area. Hours are Monday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Learn more at venicemuseum.org.

Then cross Nassau Street and stroll through the Monty Andrews Arboretum at West Blalock Park where more than 80 species of palms and other trees are identified. Three kid-proof statues by Atlanta sculptor Thomas Prochnow can be found throughout the park.

No Venice art tour is complete without a visit to the Venice Gallery & Studio of world-renowned photographer Clyde Butcher, 237 Warfield Ave. The gallery is open Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. –4:30 p.m. For information, see ClydeButcher.com. You’ll be fascinated with the detail in these large black and white photos captured in the Florida wilderness.

FOR THE THRILL OF THE CHASE

Stroll the streets of downtown Venice to admire a multitude of artists’ murals capturing the history and semitropical environment of the area.

HEALTHY FOOD AND SOUVENIRS

Venice Farmers’ Market, 401 W. Venice Ave., is open Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-made souvenirs, from sandals to ceramics, are all reason ably priced. When you finish shopping, walk about a block south to John Nolen Park and read about this early planned city.

During your strolls throughout Venice, watch for the mermaids and seahorses painted by area artists. You can download the Scavify app and search for Venice Quest, the FantaSea Mermaids & Seahorses Quest, which will take you to all 52 locations. For a map of the temporary display, go to fantaseavenice. com/index.php/map. Take lots of photos. You may be able to purchase your favorite in a few months. In the meantime, you may buy a small mermaid or seahorse to paint in your own design. They are available at the Venice Art Center.

has 8,436 miles of coastline, second only to Alaska.

There are 663 miles of beaches between both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

The Venice area claims 14 of those beach miles, stretch-

Kid-proof statues by Atlanta sculptor Thomas Prochnow

DOWN ALONG THE BEACH R

Of course, you want to go to the beach. Why not start at Sharky’s on the Pier, 1600 S. Harbor Dr., where you can get your favorite Margarita and snack on beach fries and conch fritters. Take a few steps out to the pier and watch anglers reel in their catches. If the sun is about to set, so much the better. Venice is known for having some of the most beautiful sunsets anywhere. After-dinner, stroll along the shoreline, watching for precious little dark prehistoric sharks’ teeth to wash up. You’ll want to watch for these gems up and down the coast in Venice, Shark’s Tooth Capital of the World.

GET CLOSE TO NATURE

Spend some time with nature at Caspersen Beach, 4100 Harbor Dr., at the south end of the road. But before you go, stop off at Shark Frenzy, 262 S Tamiami Trail, to purchase your Florida snow shovel to aid you in sharks’ teeth hunting. After spending the morning searching for sharks’ teeth, take the kids across the dirt road to the playground or walk to Venetian Waterway Park to watch the boats sail by on the Intracoastal Waterway. Later drive to the South Jetty, 2000 Tarpon Center Dr., for one of the most spectacular sunsets you’ll ever see. Get there a little before dusk to catch a glimpse of manatees or dolphins.

BRING YOUR BEST BUDDY

Traveling with a furry friend? Your favorite canine will love Paw Park at Brohard Beach, 1850 S. Harbor Dr. Let your pup run along the sandy shoreline and

take a dip in the salt water. There’s always a big dog party there. When ready to leave, rinse Fido down at the doggy showers. You can also take your buddy for a walk on Venetian Waterway Trail. Then head back downtown for al fresco dining at any number of restaurants that allow dogs to sit under your table in their outdoor dining areas.

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Watch the World Series Champion Atlanta Braves get their game on at an Atlanta Braves spring training game at CoolToday Park, 18800 W. Villages Parkway

Then take in some live music at Superior Pools Tomahawk Tiki Bar & Grill.

Myakka River

Paw Park at Brohard Beach

The shops in historic downtown

Sharky’s on the Pier

Searching for shark teeth on Venice beach

A FLIGHT TO TAKE

Ever dream of flying through the air with the greatest of ease? In Venice, you can be that daring young man or woman on the flying trapeze. At Tito Gaona’s Flying Trapeze Academy, 1401 S. Ringling Dr., you will experience the exhilaration for yourself. Gaona thrilled the audiences of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus and the Big Apple Circus with his daring trapeze feats. Now you can learn the art from the master. Find out more at titogaona.com.

TAKE FLIGHT

Herons, egrets and bats, oh my. That’s what you’ll find at the Venice Rookery, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, turn south on Annex Rd., and pass the county administrative building. Bring a camera (but not your dog) to capture photos of some of the most stunning birds in the world. Be prepared for the cuteness of fledglings in spring. Although the rookery is available to everyone year round, the Audubon Center is open September through May. Learn more at veniceaudubon.org.

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Didn’t bring a bicycle? Research the several places to rent one listed in this book. Then pedal out to one of the bike and pedestrian trails. Ride along Venetian Waterway Park, through the Urban Forest, next to the Intracoastal Waterway or travel north on Legacy Trail as far up the nearly 20-mile stretch as you want. Pack a picnic in case you ride all the way to Oscar Scherer State Park, almost 10 miles from Venice. Oh, the things you will see. Tropical birds, gopher tortoises, soaring eagles, palmetto shrub and ancient oak trees are only some. Find maps and more at friendsofthelegacytrail.org and traillink.com

ANYONE FOR CROQUET?

Did you know Venice is home to one of the top croquet clubs in North America? You too can learn the sport on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Or you can watch the best in competition at the course, 1400 Lucaya Ave., off Pinebrook Rd. Check out the schedule at Sarasotacountycroquet.com.

JUST WANT TO CHILL?

Stroll through the streets of downtown Venice to shop among the beautiful, unique stores. When you’re ready to drop, the Daiquiri Deck, 300 W. Venice Ave., has your order, with more than 30 daiquiris to choose from and a menu of irresistible snacks. Lean back and let the live island music take you there. Learn more at daiquirideck.com and find out more about the downtown area at visitvenicefl.org. It may be time now to find out what’s playing at the internationally acclaimed, award-winning Venice Theatre, 140 W. Tampa Ave. Go to venicetheatre. org for the schedule.

Your 48 hours may be almost up, but you’ll have memories to last a lifetime. Didn’t find that precious shark’s tooth? No worries. The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, 597 S. Tamiami Trail, has a handful for you to take home. It is open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. You can do all this and more in just two days. But, be forewarned. If you spend 48 hours in Venice, you’ll never want to leave.

Sarasota County Croquet Club

FAITH & RELIGION

FAITH & RELIGION

There are many religious denominations represented in the Venice and South Sarasota County areas. In addition to regular services, many local churches and religious groups participate in missionary programs around the world and sponsor local events to enhance the spiritual quality of life for Venice residents. Listed below are Places of Worship who are Venice Chamber Members.

Chabad of Venice & North Port .................................

Diocese of Venice .....................

Emmanuel Lutheran Church ..

DESTINATION WEDDINGS

All Sarasota County beaches require a permit for weddings performed on the beach. Be it two people, or two hundred, you will be required to obtain a permit from Sarasota County Parks and Recreation. For complete details including current regulations and permit costs please Sarasota County at (941) 861-7275.

(941) 493-2770

(941) 484-9543

(941) 488-4942

Epiphany Cathedral.................. (941) 484-3505

First Baptist Church of Venice

Grace United Methodist Church .......................................

Jewish Congregation of Venice

(941) 485-1314

(941) 488-1374

(941) 484-2022

Lakeside Lutheran Church (941) 493-5102

St Mark’s Episcopal Church (941) 488-7714

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd ..............

(941) 497-7286

The Salvation Army ................. (941) 494-6227

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice (941) 485-2105

Venice Bible Church (941) 493-2788

Venice Presbyterian Church (941) 488-2258

Venice United Church of Christ (941) 493-6741

Reservations for the gazebos within the City of Venice at Centennial Park, West Blalock Park, as well as the Arboretum, can be made through the City of Venice. Please contact the City of Venice at (941) 486-2626 for further information.

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

Tour Venice’s Venezia Park District, which is a neighborhood of Northern Italian/Mediterranean revival style homes. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The short walking tour can be completed in little over an hour and will give you a glimpse into Venice’s past. Steeped in our local history, this small section gives a visitor insight into John Nolen’s Plan for the City of Venice. Venezia Park is one of the residential subdivisions developed by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers according to the plan during the 1926-27 development period.

Maps are available at the Venice Museum. There is also now a storymap walking tour of Venezia Park available you can experience by scanning this code:

STAY PLACES TO

HOTELS/MOTELS

VACATION RENTALS

A BEACH RETREAT ON CASEY KEY

(941) 485-8771

105 Casey Key Rd Nokomis, FL 34275-3303 abeachretreat.com

ADDY’S VILLAS

(941) 488-7990

330 Tamiami Trail N. Nokomis, FL 34275 addysvillas.com

BANYAN HOUSE

(941) 484-1385

519 Harbor Drive South Venice, FL34285 www.BanyanHouse.com

BEACHCOMBER IN VENICE

(941) 488-4237

720 Golden Beach Blvd Venice, FL 34285 beachcomberinvenice.com

BEACHCOMBER ON CASEY KEY

(941) 488-0715

129 Casey Key Rd Nokomis, FL34275 beachcombercaseykey.com

BEST WESTERN PLUS AMBASSADOR SUITES VENICE

(941) 480-9898

400 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 bestwestern.com/plusambassador suitesvenice

CASEY KEY RESORTS

(941) 966-2121

1660 S Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 caseykeyresorts.com

CASEY KEY VACATIONA BEACH RETREAT CONDO RENTALS

(440) 835-5288

105 Casey Key Road Units 16, 25 and 27 Casey Key, FL 34275 caseykeyvacation.com

FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES

(941) 488-4343

2935 Executive Drive Venice, FL 34292 marriott.com/srqvc

FLORIDARENTALS.COM

www.floridarentals.com/southwest/venice-vacation-rentals/

VENICE ACCOMMODATIONS

GULF SURF RESORT MOTEL

(941) 966-2669

3905 Casey Key Rd

Nokomis, FL 34275-3332

gulfsurfresort.com

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

(941) 584-6800

380 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 holidayinnexpress.com

HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON

(941) 412-0064

227 Albee Rd W Nokomis, FL 34275

Home2Nokomis.Home2SuitesbyHilton.com

HOTEL VENEZIA A RAMADA HOTEL

(941) 308-7700

425 US 41 Bypass North Venice, FL 34285 hotelveneziafl.com

INN AT THE BEACH

(941) 484-8471

725 Venice Ave W Venice, FL 34285 innatthebeach.com

ISLAND HOUSE

APARTMENT MOTEL

(941) 488-1719

205 Casey Key Rd Nokomis, FL 34275-3371 islandhouse.org

MOTEL 6

(941) 485-8255

281 US Hwy 41 Byp N Venice, FL 34285 motel6.com

QUARTERDECK VACATION RENTAL CONDOMINIUMS

(941) 488-0449

1275 Tarpon Center Dr Venice, FL 34285-1131

qdeckresortvenice.com/

SUNSHINE INN & SUITES

(941) 493-5600

1602 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 sunshineinnvenice.com

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT

(941) 879-9100

2986 Executive Dr Venice, FL 34292

www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ srqtv-towneplace-suites-venice

VENICE BEACH VILLAS

(941) 488-1580

501 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 venicebeachvillas.com

YCA - VACATION CONDOS

(941) 488-1336

1325 Tarpon Center Dr Venice, FL 34285-1133 ycavenice.com RV RESORTS/ CAMPGROUNDS

FLORIDA PINES

MOBILE HOME COURT RV Resorts/Campgrounds

(941) 493-0019

150 Satulah Circle Venice, FL 34293

www.goodsam.com/campgroundsrv-parks/details/default.aspx?cgid=731000284

OSCAR SHERER PARK

(941) 483-5956

1843 S. Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229

www.floridastateparks.org/parksand-trails/oscar-scherer-state-park

RAMBLER’S REST RV RESORT

(941) 493-4354

1300 N. River Road Venice, FL 34293 rvonthego.com

ROYAL COACHMAN RESORT-ENCORE

(941) 488-9674

1070 Laurel Rd E Nokomis, FL 34275-4508 rvonthego.com

MATTHEWS-CURRIE FORD

For 50 years, Matthews Currie Ford has been proud to be your local Ford dealer. As a longtime member of the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, we continue to meet your service, new car sales and used car sales needs. If you are new to the Florida Gulf Coast, Welcome!

This is an exciting year for Matthews Currie Ford! We are proud to be one of the few selected dealers in Florida to be presented the Ford Motor Company Presidents Award! Recently we have earned, this special recognition for the 4th YEAR IN A ROW!

Additionally, we are expanding our Service Department!! Come see our

progress, coming this year to better service your vehicles! Our customers appreciate working with factory-trained, certified expert technicians in our friendly, fast and reliable full-service garage.

While you’re learning about our local area, consider Matthews Currie Ford for all of the new, best-selling Ford vehicles. This includes all electric, crossovers, hybrids, and the best-selling F-150 and Super Duty trucks. We also have many used and certified pre-owned vehicles to meet every budget. We have many lease, loan and finance options as well.

Here at Matthews Currie Ford, our state of the art Collision Center services

not just Ford, but ALL makes and models with I-CAR gold class certified and ASE Certified technicians. Our Collision Center is a Direct Repair for most insurance companies. Everyone at Matthews Currie Ford is working for you!

130 N Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 941-488-6787

matthewscurrie.com

The Tropic Renovations Scope of Services:

Contractor License # CRC1333093, 2 Million Insured

• Major Additions, Full Kitchen And Bathroom Renovations

• Client Rated 5-Star On Google Reviews, With 14 Full-Time Technicians

• Tile Installation For Floors, Walls, Showers/Baths

• Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wood Planks, Laminate Installation

• Turn Carports, Garages And Screen Lanais Into Bedrooms & Bathrooms

• Professional Interior And Exterior Painting

• Design And Installation Of Custom Closet Organization Systems

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THE VENICE LIFESTYLE

The sparkling bluegreen waters of the Gulf of Mexico entice visitors to the many beaches for a variety of activities.

You can spend the day kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, hunting for prehistoric sharks’ teeth or jogging with your furry buddy. Speaking of your buddy, many visitor accommodations accept pets and some restaurants with outdoor dining allow Fido to tag along. With more than 20 miles of paved trails along the Intracoastal Waterway and several places to rent bicycles, pedaling is a great way to see the area. Playgrounds abound for children and people of all ages will enjoy world-class birding at the Venice Rookery. More than 13 golf courses, some of which are public, are appreciated by golfers of every level of play. But at the end of the day, like native Venetians, you’ll want to be at the beach for the captivating sunset.

BEACHES

VENICE BEACH

Venice Beach is a short walk from downtown at the west end of Venice Avenue. The Pilot House on Venice Beach has bites and baskets you can eat in the shade of the pavilion. Those looking for activity will find volleyball nets and, of course, the Venice sport of shark-tooth hunting. Divers can swim a quarter of a mile offshore to explore a man-made reef. 401 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285.

SERVICE CLUB PARK

Adjacent to Brohard Beach, Service Club Park offers playground equipment, boardwalks and covered picnic areas. But be on the lookout. The rare but friendly Florida scrub jay might decide to join you for lunch while a gopher tortoise makes his rounds nearby. 1190 Harbor Dr. South, Venice FL 34285.

VENICE PIER

A favorite place for fishing and viewing sunsets is the Venice Pier, seaward of Sharky’s on the Pier and Fins at Sharky’s restaurants. Visitors may walk along the 740-foot structure over the gulf waters.

1600 Harbor Dr., Venice, FL 34285

Nokomis Beach is the oldest public beach in Sarasota County. This family-oriented park at the end of Albee Road is known for fishing. It has a boat ramp and kayak launch from which to explore the Intracoastal Waterway, Lyon’s Bay and Turner’s Island. For a bit of local color, be sure to catch the Drum Circle on Wednesdays and Saturdays, beginning two hours before sunset. 901 Casey Key Rd., Nokomis, FL 34275.

NORTH JETTY

At the south end of Casey Key is the jetty, a man-made structure creating a water passage between the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway. The North Jetty Beach is popular for fishing, sunbathing, hearing occasional impromptu live music, enjoying a snack at the Shark’s Tooth Concession, and of course, watching the many types of watercrafts cruise by. 1100 Casey Key Rd., Nokomis, FL 34275.

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SOUTH JETTY

On the other side of the canal, but accessed from the island of Venice, is the South Jetty, a paved walkway out into the Gulf waters where fishermen excite onlookers with their catch of the day. Go just before sunset for the best opportunity to spot dolphins and manatees. Earlier in the day, enjoy snacks at the concession, and a chance to hear live music.

OSCAR SCHERER STATE PARK

This wilderness and camping spot, off U.S. 41 in Osprey, welcomes pets that are leashed, supervised and well behaved.

PAW PARK AT BROHARD BEACH

Paw Park is one of the few places where dogs

CASPERSEN BEACH

Want to know what Florida beaches looked like before people arrived? Head south to Caspersen Beach where you’ll find granular brown sand protected by forests of mangroves, dotted with freshwater and saltwater marshes and tidal flats. It is as nature intended. Across the road is a kayak launch to Red Lake and the Intracoastal Waterway, playground, pavilions, and a walkway leading to the south end of the Venetian Waterway Trail. 4100 Harbor Dr., Venice, FL 34285.

can run free along the water’s edge or even go in for a dip. In addition, enclosed areas offer separate playgrounds for large and small dogs, with water and bathing facilities for your furry friends. People come from around the nation so their water-loving pups can play at this park. Venice welcomes its canine visitors. Here are other places your pets might enjoy with you.

bird species utilize the small island within the pond as a nesting and breeding ground. Predominant are Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, Anhingas, Snowy Egrets, Cormorants, White Ibises, and Black-Crowned Night Herons. Other species that have frequented the Rookery are Common Moorhens, Piedbilled Grebes, Wood Storks, Red-Winged Blackbirds, and even Whistling Ducks.

The 25’x50’ island covered in pepper trees, is surrounded by a small lake with a resident alligator who keeps predators such as raccoons at bay. With this sentry, the Rookery becomes an ideal, protected setting for the birds to raise and nurture their families.

This walking and biking trail is 10 miles on both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway. It connects to the 20-mile Legacy Trail going north from Venice. Dogs on leashes are welcome, but keep in mind the pavement can get too hot for their paws at times. Parts of the trails are in natural settings where you may spot Florida scrub jays, gopher tortoises, alligators, coyotes and bob cats.

WORLD FAMOUS ROOKERY

An overlooked gem in the Venice Area, that even some residents don’t know about, is the Venice Area Audubon Rookery.

Tucked away behind the county administration building, less than a quarter mile off Tamiami Trail, a small, unassuming, man-made pond hosts a world-renowned rookery.

During January, February and March, many

Professional photographers, as well as amateurs, gather in the early morning hours and at dusk to capture images of the roosting birds. Cleared areas and well-worn paths allow easy access for those who have discovered this natural treasure. The Venice Area Audubon Rookery is located off of Tamiami Trail S., just north of Jacaranda Blvd. Turn onto Annex Road, between the Florida State Highway Patrol building and the R.L. Anderson Sarasota County Administration Building. 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice. veniceaudubon.org/rookery

FISHING

FISHING THE GULF COAST

Freshwater streams and rivers flow from Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte County into a bay protected by the barrier islands. It’s a perfect-sized estuary teeming with a diverse wildlife ecosystem of birds, fish and

VENETIAN WATERWAY PARK

Just before sunset is the best opportunity to spot dolphins from the South Jetty

mammals. With so many options for fish ing, where to start can be a difficult choice. Use our fishing guide as a resource to help you catch the next “big one.”

Most visiting anglers opt to cast in the bay or offshore as saltwater fishing offers multiple environments with different species of fish favoring different spots. Seagrass beds are home to seatrout, redfish, and bluefish. Elsewhere snapper, jack crevalle, sheepshead and black drum can be found near piers, bridges and other structures. Offshore, reefs and wrecks are popular hangouts for grouper, amberjack, and snapper.

Freshwater fishing in Myakka River State Park or Oscar Scherer State Park is a fun option, and can also appeal to visitors looking to also explore other eco-recreational activities. Anglers targeting panfish can find bluegill, speckled perch, and redear sunfish, and largemouth bass.

Fishing from the shore is an easy way to get a line in the water, and there are several places to go. Depending on the time of year, tide and a few other factors, hitting the right place at the right time can mean a major payload.

With a motorized boat you can cover much more ground, but follow boating etiquette and obey vessel speed regulations. Tides, water temperature, depth of water, wind and even moon phases play a role in a day’s success. Area fishing reports help identify how and where to fish, and several can be found doing an online search.

A kayak can be the best of both worlds — giving anglers the ability to paddle further from shore while sneaking where boats won’t fit. Consider renting from our kayak rental members.

Offshore will have you fighting to reel in behemoths such as cobia, king mackerel, black fin tuna, grouper and even sharks, which can be a battle of a lifetime. You could need the full day to do it. Inshore fishing means less traveling but no less fun. Popular fish such as snook, Spanish mackerel, and spotted sea trout are a fun fight. To book a charter on your visit, check our tours and attractions page and membership directory.

Sunset passes the Venice Fishing Pier

Alligator Creek Sunset

PADDLING

Explore the hidden world of Venice by taking an adventure down the road waterway less traveled, Alligator Creek.

The intracoastal waterway canal was excavated in the 1960s and created the island of Venice.

Hatchett Creek and Alligator Creek are at the north and south ends, respectively.

The shoreline is entirely composed of rock revetment, and now hosts the Venetian Waterway Park along its banks. Marina Park, located on the northeast side, offers a boat launching ramp into the ICW. A perfect canal for kayaking! Enjoy a family fun day paddleboarding and kayaking down the waterway.

POPULAR FISHING SPOTS

Venice Jetties The Venice Inlet has two jetties with lots of rocks meaning two things: lots of fish and lost tackle. These rocks will attract snook and sheepshead.

Venice Pier and Caspersen Beach A long pier on Caspersen Beach next to the popular restaurant, Sharky’s on the Pier, the Venice Pier extends quite a ways out into the water. Caspersen Beach continues further south, and the rocky seawalls or groynes provide for some good fishing opportunities.

Englewood and Manasota Key Lemon Bay Park in Englewood is good for wading, but be sure to have the proper equipment, or consider renting a kayak. Stump Pass State Park on the south end of Manasota Key is a good fishing spot as the tidal currents from the pass bring in schools of fish.

Rules & Regulations: A fishing license is required for both Florida residents and visitors, though licenses are provided if you take a charter. Licenses can be purchased at an outfitter or by calling 888347-4356. If you intend to keep fish, be aware of bag limits, size regulations and season restrictions. Check myfwc.com for regulation information.

BIKING LEGACY TRAIL

Undoubtedly the most popular route in Venice, Legacy Trail follows 10.7 miles of paved trail from Venice to Sarasota, cutting through Oscar Scherer State Park. The path previously served as the railroad tracks used by Ringling Brothers and others creating a perfect merge of history and athletics. For the course of the trail, bikers (as well as walkers, runners, skaters, and scooter-ers) enjoy a much-shaded, paved trail with almost no vehicle interruption. With vegetation on either side, critters abound. Legacy Trail also offers benches, drinking fountains,

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and restrooms. It’s also a great place for young riders as most of Legacy Trail does not provide car access and they cannot get lost on its straight route. Riders can opt to begin at the trail start, or choose a variety of parking locations spanning its length for a customized ride.

VENETIAN WATERWAY PARK TRAIL

The Venetian Waterway Park trail follows the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), so bikers have a breeze and a view of the water along the 8.6-mile paved route. Linking to Legacy Trail, riders can opt to intertwine the two or explore them individually. Amongst the seaside scenery, wading birds make their appearances, reptiles and amphibians scurry by, and even bobcats have been known to say hello. Dolphins may jump out to challenge you to a race. Keep going and end up at popular Caspersen Beach, where sharks’ teeth abound and views of the Gulf wow its visitors. Bikers should be sure to bring plenty of water as the Venetian Waterway Park trail does not offer this amenity.

VENICE ISLAND BIKE LOOP

Biking these 11 miles will give riders an excellent tour of the city of Venice. It’s an opportune way to get a bearing of the area, see the architecture, foliage, and people that make Venice unique. Stop for a visit to the beach, watch boats on the Intracoastal, check out the Jetty, stop and admire the shops in the historic downtown district, say hi to some locals, and keep on pedaling.

CARLTON RESERVE

For a ride that is literally off the beaten path, go mountain-biking on the 100 miles of trails at Carlton Reserve. The 9.3 “Boldly Go” route will give you a challenge. Riding amongst the natural environment, the slash pines and palmetto palms, authentic, wild Florida surrounds you. Wild hogs, armadillos, birds of prey, snakes, and more make this Reserve their home.

Many restaurants in our greater area welcome leashed dogs to dine with their owners al fresco. On Florida’s sunny Gulf Coast, there’s plenty of patio space. Before you and your four-legged family member head out to dine, call ahead to make sure they’re dog friendly. Remember, Venice gets lots of sunshine, especially during the summer. Keep your pet cool by carrying bottled H2O and a travel water dish for your pup at all times. Notice pavement heat — if it’s too hot for your bare feet, it’s too hot for Fido’s, too. Never leave a pet in a vehicle in Florida.

TWO WHEELS TOO MUCH FUN!

Biking through Venice opens up a world of opportunities. Gliding by, riders get the opportunity to see wildlife that may scurry from cars or chit chatters. Birds, lizards, snakes, and even larger creatures like panthers may linger. Venice, rated a Silver-rate Bicycles Friendly Community by Bikeleague. org, abounds with urban and natural routes that venture through State Parks, around lakes, amongst historic shops, and beneath canopies. Paved and predetermined, the routes give the riders the opportunity to venture undistracted and appreciate the world around them, free of distraction but full of the treasures Venice has to offer.

PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS, ACTIVITIES AND JUST PLAIN FUN!

When vacations become so jam-packed with activities that they start to feel like your normal routine, it’s time to take a break. We encourage visitors to lean into a “staycation” day while they are visiting. No Commitments, no reservations, this is about you, your family and a relaxing day at the park, the golf course or out on the water reeling in the “big one”.

ART EXHIBITS

Venice Art Center

390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 485-7136

BASEBALL

Chuck Reiter Park

201 Field Ave E, Venice, FL 34285

BASKETBALL

Hecksher Park

450 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Pinebrook Park

1251 Pinebrook Road

Venice, FL 34285

BICYCLING

Legacy Trail Venetian

303 E. Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34285

Venetian Waterway Pk

200 N Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285

BIRD WATCHING

The Venice Area

Audubon Rookery

4002 S Tamiami Trail via, Annex Rd, Venice, FL 34293

BOATING / KAYAKING / CANOEING

Myakka River

7501 Laurel Rd E, Nokomis, FL 34275

Dona Bay Marina

504 South Tamiami Trail #6, Nokomis, FL 34275

Curry Creek Preserve

1075 Albee Farm Road & 1500 Pinebrook Rd. Venice, FL 34292

CHILDREN’S

FOUNTAIN / PARKS

Centennial Park

200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Monty Andrews

Arboretum at West

Blalock Park

401 Pensacola Rd, Venice, FL 34285

North Jetty Park

1000 S Casey Key Rd, Nokomis, FL 34275

Legacy Park 395 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Nokomis

Community Park

234 Nippino Trail E. Nokomis, FL 34275

Hecksher Park

450 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Tuscano Park

2391 Taylor Ranch Trl Venice, FL 34293

Venice Gardens Park

400 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, FL 34293

Mundy Park

830 Groveland Ave, Venice, FL 34285

East Gate Park

1221 Poplar Ave, Venice, FL 34285

DRUM CIRCLES

Nokomis Drum Circle

207 Casey Key Rd, Nokomis, FL 34275

Venice Beach

Drum Circle

Saturdays and Sundays at Sunset by the beach at the end of the Venice Beach Boardwalk & Brooks Ave.

FISHING

Venice Fishing Pier 1600 Harbor Dr S, Venice, FL 34285

Higel Marine Park 1330 Tarpon Center Dr, Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-2626

Snook Haven 5000 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292

(941) 485-7221

GOLF COURSES / CLUBS-SEMI PRIVATE

Calusa Lakes Golf Club

1995 Calusa Lakes Blvd

Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 484-8995

golfinvenice.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

Capri Isles Golf Club

849 Capri Isles Blvd, Venice, FL (941) 485-3371

golfinvenice.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

Jacaranda West Country Club, Inc.

1901 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL (941) 493-5010 x223

jacwestcc.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club

499 Derbyshire Dr, Venice, FL (941) 496-4653

PelicanPointeclub.com

Holes: 27 Par: 72

Venetian Golf & River Club

105 Pesaro Dr., North Venice, FL (941) 483-4811

venetiangolfandriverclub.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

Waterford Golf Club

1454 Gleneagles Dr, Venice, FL (941) 484-6621

golfinvenice.com

Holes: 27 Par: 72

GOLF COURSES / CLUBS - PRIVATE

Mission Valley Country Club

1851 Mission Valley Blvd, Nokomis, FL (941) 488-9683

missionvalleycc.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

Plantation Golf & Country Club, Inc.

500 Rockley Blvd, Venice, FL (941) 497-1494

plantationgcc.com

Holes: 36 Par: 72

The Venice Golf and Country Club

250 Venice Golf Club Dr, Venice, FL (941) 492-9600

venicegolfandcc.com

Holes: 18 Par: 72

GOLF COURSES / DRIVING RANGES - PUBLIC

Venice East Golf Club

107 Venice East Blvd, Venice, FL (941) 493-0005

veniceeastgolfclub.com

Holes: 18 Par: 57

Lake Venice Golf Club

1801 S. Harbor Dr, Venice, FL (941) 488-3948

lakevenicegolf.com

Holes: 27 Par: 72

HISTORICAL SITES

Venice Heritage, Inc.

351 Nassau St S, Venice, FL 34285

Venice Train Depot

303 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 412-0151

Venezia Park

Historic District

501 Harbor Drive S

Venice, Florida

LIBRARIES

Frances T. Bourne

Jacaranda Public Library

4143 Woodmere Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293

(941) 861-1260

William H. Jervey, Jr., Venice Public Library

300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 861-1110

LIVE MUSIC

Centennial Park

200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 486-2422

NATURE TRAILS

T. Mabry Carlton Jr.

Memorial Reserve

1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292

(941) 861-5000

Jelks Preserve

2300 State Rte 777, Venice, FL 34292

(941) 861-5000

Pinebrook Park

1251 Pinebrook Road

Venice, FL 34285

Heritage Park

727 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 486-2626

Oscar Scherer State Pk

1843 S. Tamiami Trail

Osprey FL 34229

(941) 483-5956

Myakka River Park

7501 Laurel Rd E, Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 486-2626

PICKLEBALL

Laurel Park 509 Collins Rd, Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 486-2757

Woodmere Park 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293 (941) 486-2780

Pinebrook Park

1251 Pinebrook Road Venice, FL 34285

Bypass Park / Foxworthy Campus

1101 Gulf Coast Blvd, Venice, FL 34285

SHARKTOOTH HUNTING

Caspersen Beach 4100 Harbor Drive Venice, FL 34285

(941) 861-5000

SHUFFLEBOARD

Hecksher Park

450 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

SKEET / TRAP

Knight Trail Park 3445 Rustic Rd, Nokomis, FL 34275

SOFTBALL

Bypass Park / Foxworthy Campus

1101 Gulf Coast Blvd, Venice, FL 34285

TENNIS

Hecksher Park

450 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Wellfield Park 1400 Lucaya Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Bypass Park / Foxworthy Campus

1101 Gulf Coast Blvd, Venice, FL 34285

(941) 861-9880

Highlights of some of the many wonderful events in the Venice Area are listed below. Additional details and offerings can be found by visiting the individual websites.

JANUARY 2023

ANNUAL VENICE NOKOMIS ROTARY FINE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

Venice Airport Festival Grounds venicenokomisrotary.org/art-fest

DOWNTOWN CRAFT FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

ART OF THE BLUES CONCERT Venice Art Center Veniceartcenter.com

SHOW JUMPING UNDER THE STARS $25,000 GRAND PRIX SERIES Fox Lea Farms

Runs January through March FoxLeaFarm.net

FEBRUARY 2023

WHISKEY TRAIL CONCERT Venice Art Center Concert Veniceartcenter.com

ANNUAL ITALIAN FEAST & CARNIVAL

Venice Airport Festival Grounds Italianamericanclubofvenice.com/feast

VENICE HALF MARATHON

Maxine Barritt Park and Legacy Trail venicehalf.com

VENICE ART CENTER FINE ARTS SHOW AND SALE Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com

MARCH 2023

DOWNTOWN ART CLASSIC

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

VENICE ART CENTER ANNUAL ART AUCTION Venice Art Center eniceartcenter.com

VETTE TOGETHER CORVETTE SHOW

Centennial Park southwestcorvettes.org

ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA Centennial Park veniceaaca.com

APRIL 2023

FANTASEA VENICE AUCTION Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com fantaseavenice.com

EGGSTRAVAGANZA - ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

BBQ & BLUEGRASS HOOT ‘N” ANNIE Fox Lea Farms suncoastfoundation.com

FIRE AND POLICE PUBLIC SAFETY DAY Venice Community Center venicegov.com

SHARKY’S RIDE THE BEACHES Maxine Barritt Park sharkysonthepier.com

MAY 2023

VENICE HURRICANE EXPO Venice Community Center venicegov.com

MUSEUM DAY Venice Museum venicegov.com

JUNE 2023

DOWNTOWN CRAFT FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

JULY 2023

VENICE 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS South Jetty venicegov.com

VENICE MAINSTREET

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

VENICE ART CENTER FAMILY FUN DAY

Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com

SEPTEMBER 2023

DOWNTOWN LABOR DAY WEEKEND CRAFT FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

NO WASTE RACE 5K W. Venice Ave. Enviroracing.com

DOWNTOWN CRAFT FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

OCTOBER 2023

ANNUAL VENICE SUN FIESTA Centennial Park sunfiesta.net

CHALK FESTIVAL Venice Airport chalkfestival.org

MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

Hundreds of volunteers of all ages assist in beautifying City parks and public spaces. servefl.com

ANNUAL DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN PARADE AND TRICK OR TREATING

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

NOVEMBER 2023

ANNUAL DOWNTOWN ART FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

TURKEY TROT FOR THE TWIG Legacy Park and Legacy Trail thetwigcares.com

ANNUAL VENICE HOLIDAY PARADE (Saturday after Thanksgiving)

Historic Downtown Venice venicegov.com/things-to-do/ featured-events-attractions/ venice-holiday-parade

VENICE ART CENTER BLING THING JEWELRY SHOW AND SALE Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com

DECEMBER 2023

VENICE CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE (2nd Saturday after Thanksgiving) Intracoastal Waterway venicechristmasboatparade.com

VENICE MAINSTREET CHRISTMAS WALK

Historic Downtown Venice visitvenicefl.org

ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING EVENT Sponsored by VABI (Venice Area Beautification Inc.) The Monte Andrews Venice Arboretum vabi.org

VMA HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Venice Museum vabi.org

VENICE ART CENTER HOLIDAY TEA Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com

SHARKY’S NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS Venice Pier and Venice Beach sharkysonthepier.com

ONGOING EVENTS

2ND AND 4TH FRIDAY FREE GAZEBO CONCERTS CENTENNIAL PARK visitvenicefl.org

ALL EVENT DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Check event websites for up-to-date information

VENICE CHAMBER EVENTS

Please visit venicechamber.com

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Looking for a home with a view of Paradise? You won’t have to look far in Venice.

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In December 2021, Venice home prices were up 29.0% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $400K. On average, homes in Venice sell after 7 days on the market compared to 23 days last year. There were 243 homes sold in December this year, down from 343 last year.

With more than 14 miles of sandy shoreline, you can easily find your spot on the beach. A Mediterranean mansion on Casey Key could mean the beach is your backyard. Dock your boat across the street, with easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Or maybe you want a condo on Venice beach, where you can watch sea rays, dolphins and sailboats from your balcony. Downtown Venice is a nightly party and feast. If restaurants, shops, galleries and history call to you, you can be steps away in a 1920s historic Northern Italian Renaissance home. Golf anyone? You’ll be a

short walk from tee-time in your own stunningly beautiful Florida-style home or luxury villa. When you’re not on the fairway, you can watch other golfers challenge the links from the hammock on your lanai. Maybe you want to put your kayak in the Myakka River right outside your door. Perhaps a home on 5 acres or more would give you and your horses the privacy and peacefulness you crave. There are potential remodels in old established neighborhoods, as well as newly constructed move-in ready homes with modern amenities. The choice is yours in Venice and its neighboring areas of Laurel, Osprey, Nokomis, and Wellen Park. No matter what your lifestyle, you’re almost certain to view palm trees and exotic tropical birds from your home in Paradise. But don’t delay. This market is hot. You’ll want to move fast to keep your dream from getting away.

WELLEN PARK

LIVE YOUR BEST DAY EVER, EVERY DAY

At the award-winning Wellen Park Welcome Center, visitors soon realize just how unique Wellen Park is. Perhaps it’s the vintage three-wheeled Piaggio Apé truck retrofitted as the reception desk … the lipstick-kissed painting expressing heartfelt community connections without words… the pop-up cart highlighting local artists and upcoming events … the bicycle and scooter display that seem to defy gravity while referencing outdoor adventures and natural wonders along miles of trails and pathways … presentation areas illustrating new homes and residents’ former hometowns in a colorful collage of license plates … or the big-picture view from the patio showcasing the pedestrian-friendly Downtown Wellen and the 80-acre Grand Lake beyond.

As an introduction to Wellen Park and Downtown Wellen, the Welcome Center provides a close-up look at everyday life in one of the fastest-selling master-planned communities in the United States. Created as a social gathering destination, the Welcome Center extends a casual and easygoing atmosphere, encouraging guests to enjoy the space while they talk through home options or decide how to spend their day. “Our Welcome Center was thoughtfully and intentionally designed to convey the story of Wellen Park in an authentic and genuine way that reflects the community,” said Christine Masney, vice president of marketing for Wellen Park.

For future Wellen Park residents, the Welcome Center sparks those aha moments, the sense of just knowing they belong here. It’s a feeling that’s elevated while exploring Downtown Wellen’s lakefront, spending time with family and friends in expansive green spaces and distinct alfresco destinations, savoring a favorite new dish or cocktail or simply soaking in the people, the places and the vibrant social spirit defining “community” in every sense of the word.

With restaurants catering to every palate, The Yard featuring casual cuisine served from retrofitted shipping containers, unique boutiques and shops, beauty services and professional offices, plus onsite kayak, paddleboard and bicycle rentals, events and entertainment, Downtown Wellen has become the area’s top go-to gathering spot – in a community where new homes are available in close-to-downtown neighborhoods

The Wellen Park Welcome Center, the National Association of Home Builders’ gold award winner for 2022 Best Community Welcome Center, is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by to learn more about Downtown Wellen and the community’s diverse mix of residential, commercial and recreational options.

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Three great communities, one incredible location

Thoughtful home designs

• Floorplans for every lifestyle

• Open-concept living areas

• Luxury owner’s suites with spacious private baths

• Versatile spaces and flex rooms

• Variety of exterior styles

• Lawn maintenance included

Resort-style amenities

• Sparkling pool

• Private clubhouse with fitness center

• Pickleball and sports courts

• Grilling station and firepit

• Activities director and a complete schedule of community events

• Gated entry

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• Shopping, dining and recreation at Downtown Wellen

• Games and concerts at nearby CoolToday Park

• Award-winning beaches within 15 minutes

• Abundant arts and cultural experiences nearby

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ARTSEntertainment &

With a world-class community theater and an innovative symphony orchestra, it’s not surprising Venice is a favorite haunt of those who appreciate arts and culture. This John Nolen planned city with its rich history has much to teach. Art abounds, from galleries and murals to the Venice Art Center. Ask any artist and they will tell you, the light in Venice is phenomenal. From the multi-colored sunsets to the brilliant deep blue of the sky to the greens of the gulf to the quaint Northern Italian Renaissance buildings, and the natural beauty and cutting-edge art at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus, there are so many wonderous visions to apply to canvas.

Photo credit: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS’ HISTORIC SPANISH POINT CAMPUS

The past meets the future at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus. Art meets nature here too.

Located in Osprey about seven miles north of Venice, Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus is a 30-acre museum and preserve perched on Little Sarasota Bay. The first site in Sarasota County to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it showcases native Florida plants while preserving and interpreting thousands of years of regional history.

Visitors can explore several distinct periods of the past as they roam the picturesque campus. The archaeological record shows that ancient peoples made their home here as far back as 5,000 years. In fact, the very land that forms today’s campus was made by human hands! By recycling shells from feasts and constructing a platform on which to build homes and hold ceremonies, the First Floridians who lived here gained safety from storm tides and enjoyed the same bay breezes visitors do today. An exhibit

titled “A Window to the Past” lets you literally look back in time at a cross-section of the shell mound that was built here beginning 2,500 years ago.

Moving forward, the site celebrates over 150 years of pioneer heritage dating to homesteaders who settled here in 1867. Visitors may tour a carefully restored 1901 pioneer home, the rehabilitated Mary’s Chapel (with original stainedglass windows and bronze bell), and a reconstructed citrus packinghouse that was a center of local commerce.

Next comes the era of Bertha Palmer, a famous Chicago businesswoman and innovator who chose the site as her winter estate in 1910. Palmer preserved the pioneer buildings and connected them to lavish formal gardens and lawns, three of which—the Sunken Garden, Duchene Lawn, and Jungle Walk Garden—can still be enjoyed today.

The property’s bountiful plant life has become an even greater focus since Historic Spanish Point was adopted by Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in 2020 as a companion to its Downtown Sarasota campus. More than half of the species of native plants found in Sarasota County can be admired along the nature trails and boardwalks of the Historic Spanish Point campus. New features since the adoption include the region’s only butterfly house, which sits next to the large native butterfly garden. Food service and a campus-tocampus boat tour are also available.

Selby Gardens has also introduced cutting-edge art without disrupting the campus’ natural or cultural integrity. Seeing the Invisible: An Augmented-Reality Contemporary-Art Exhibition features 13 international works of art installed

throughout the campus. The only thing is, you must use your smartphone or tablet to experience them! The show runs through September 2023. (Be sure to download the exhibition app before visiting.)

401 North Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229

941.366.5731

selby.org

VENICE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS

Downtown Sarasota and Historic Spanish Point Campuses

941-366-5731

www.selby.org

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens provides 45 acres of bayfront sanctuaries connecting people with air plants of the world, native nature, and our regional history. Established by forward-thinking women of their time, Selby Gardens is composed of the 15-acre Downtown Sarasota campus and the 30-acre Historic Spanish Point campus in the Osprey area of Sarasota County, Florida. The Downtown Campus on Sarasota Bay is the only botanical garden in the world dedicated to the display and study of epiphytic orchids, bromeliads, gesneriads ferns, and other tropical plants. There is a significant focus on botany, horticulture, historical preservation, and the environment.

The Historic Spanish Point (HSP) Campus is located less than 10 miles south along Little Sarasota Bay. The HSP Campus, one of the largest preserves showcasing native Florida plants that is interpreted for and open to the public, celebrates an archaeological record that encompasses approximately 5,000 years of Florida history.

THE HERMITAGE ARTIST RETREAT

6630 Manasota Key Rd.

Englewood, FL 34223

941-475-2098

www.hermitageartistretreat.org

World-class artistic creators of all disciplines from around the world are invited to the Hermitage Artist Retreat, where they can spend 6 weeks to 2 years, living and working. The restored living and studio spaces of five old-Florida buildings offer artists inspiration, as does its natural 15 miles of beach and aquamarine water, with glorious sunsets nightly.

The nonprofit artist retreat nurtures creativity in mid-career writers, painters, poets, playwrights, composers, translators, sculptors, and artists working in digital media. The supportive staff and community help

make this refuge a place where artists have uninterrupted time to reflect and move their work forward. During their stay, the artists offer the community free performances and other cultural opportunities. Many of these creations have landed in renowned theaters, concert halls and galleries worldwide. For more information about programs presented at the Hermitage or opportunities for artists, visit the website.

LEMON BAY PLAYHOUSE

96 W Dearborn Street

Englewood, FL 34223

941-475-6756

www.lemonbayplayhouse.com

Come enjoy live theatre during their 7-show season. They also have multiple showcases throughout the year. Lemon Bay Playhouse strives to improve diversity and enrich the greater Englewood community through live theatre, volunteerism, education in the performing arts, and to provide a venue for other cultural activities. The Lemon Bay Playhouse serves as a learning space to harness local talent and extend community cultural awareness through the performing arts. Visit their website to learn more about each show and to purchase tickets.

VENICE ART CENTER

390 S. Nokomis Ave., Venice, FL 34285

941-485-7136

www.veniceartcenter.com

Venice Art Center is an art and cultural destination. There you will find the work of local artists, some of which are for sale. The center hosts concerts and events and coordinates citywide public art projects. More than 430 classes, workshops and demonstrations for young and old are held year round in every art medium. A summer camp encourages local children to develop their talents. Eleven new exhibits each year are free to the public. Shoppers will find original paintings, ceramics and handmade jewelry. After viewing the art exhibit and shopping, a delicious culinary experience can be had in the Art Caffe.

VENICE HERITAGE, INC.

101 West Venice Avenue, Suite 26

Venice, Florida 34285

941-237-0478

www.veniceheritage.org

Venice Heritage Inc. is a non-profit volunteer organization, dedicated to preserve the area’s heritage and educate the public about its history. They support local Historic Preservation Efforts by advocating for preservation funding, saving historical places, and influencing key legislation that protects our community’s history. Hours vary, so please call first.

VENICE AREA

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

P.O. Box 995

Venice, FL 34284

941-412-0151

www.veniceareahistoricalsociety.org

The Venice Area Historical Society was founded in 1991 as the Venice Historic Preservation League, a 401 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Its mission is to promote public awareness and understanding of the historic heritage of Florida, Sarasota County and the Venice area, within the context of our nation’s history, and to encourage inquiry and research into this history.

Its activities include a lecture series, newsletter, outreach to schools and local organizations, tours of the Historic Venice Train Depot, a historic plaque program, scholarships for graduating high school seniors and research into area history.

VENICE COMMUNITY CENTER

326 S. Nokomis Ave., Venice, FL 34285

941-861-1380

www.scgov.net/vcc

The 45,000-square-foot Venice Community Center is home to a 10,000-square-foot ballroom, seating up to 1,200 guests. The large stage has professional theatrical lighting and a state-of-the-art sound booth. Other rooms are available for smaller meetings, classes and parties. Its commercial grade kitchen is a favorite of local caterers. Among the many events throughout the year are concerts, dances, lectures, health and business expos, exercise classes, and craft, antique, quilt and orchid shows.

SEE ART. FEEL ART. CREATE ART. AT THE VENICE ART CENTER

The Venice Art Center (VAC) is a premier Art Center in the heart of Venice. VAC has been enhancing the lives of the year round, seasonal residents and tourists for over 65 years. Venice Art Center is an art and cultural destination, offering a strong sense of community, featuring venues for the display of art and culture, hosting concerts and events, as well as offering year-round classes, workshops, and demonstrations for adults and children in virtually every visual art medium. There are 11 unique and exciting exhibits annually and the opening receptions are free to the public. The gallery is open MondayFriday from 9am-4pm and Saturdays 9am-2pm. Admission is free. We also offer a full-service café, “Art Caffe”, which has become a popular spot for visitors who want exceptional food in a beautiful and relaxing environment. VAC collaborates with countless organizations

to host and support fundraisers, concerts, performances, lectures and many community and private events. We bring color and creativity to the streets of Venice! The Art center is proud to introduce the “FantaSea Venice” public arts project to Venice featuring 30 magical Seahorses and 22 mesmerizing mermaids to the streets of Venice until April of 2023. Each sculpture is unique and handpainted or embellished by local artists and sponsored by generous individuals and businesses. Please stop into VAC and pick up a map to find all 52! Also join us on the Quest! For more information on FantaSea Venice: FantaSeaVenice.com

Stop into our extensive gift shop and find a one-of-a-kind artisan gift and support local artists! We also carry FantaSea merchandise and mini seahorses and mermaids so that you can paint one of your very own.

The Venice Art Center’s focus is to bring art of all forms to the community and make the city of Venice a cultural destination.

VAC is ideally located a few blocks south of West Venice Avenue on Nokomis Avenue on Venice’s Cultural Campus. We are located at 390 Nokomis Ave. South, Venice, FL. For more information: VeniceArtCenter.com or call us at 941-485-7136.

VeniceArtCenter.com

COMING BACK STRONG

HELP US RECOVER venicetheatre.org

DONATE

Go to venicetheatre.org/donate or scan the code to help with hurricane recovery.

SEE A SHOW

Go to venicetheatre.org for schedule and tickets or call 941-488-1115.

VENICE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES

351 S. Nassau St., Venice, FL 34285

941-486-2487

www.venicemuseum.org

This collection of historical, ancient, and prehistorical material relating to the Venice area is housed in the 1927 Triangle Inn, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here you will see a variety of permanent and temporary displays regarding the Native American tribes that first inhabited the area, early settlers, first land developers, planners and military men who created the city. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. Times are subject to change so call ahead.

JULIA COUSINS LANING AND DALE LANING ARCHIVES AND RESEARCH CENTER

224 W. Milan Ave., Venice, FL 34285 941-716-7255

www.venicemuseum.org

This facility, associated with Venice Museum, is devoted to the organization, preservation and storage of the historic collection of the City of Venice. The collection includes records, books, photographs, objects, architectural drawings, maps, newspapers and other items. These items are available by request for viewing in the reading room. The room may be used by appointment only. A portion of the collection is available online at venicemuseum.org/collections

VENICE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL 34285

941-218-3779

www.veniceperformingartscenter.com VPAC offers quality entertainment each season on its 2,000-squre-foot stage with automated orchestra pit. Both local and touring productions perform to an audience of up to 1,090 people. Located on the Venice High School campus, it is supported by the Venice Institute for Performing Arts, a nonprofit organization. Volunteer opportunities, from ticketing to ushering, are available.

at the Venice Performing Arts Center

Troy Quinn Music Director

VENICE THEATRE

140 W. Tampa Ave., Venice, FL 34285

941-488-1115

www.venicetheatre.org

The internationally acclaimed community theater is the third largest of its kind in the country. Musicals, comedies, classic and contemporary drama, family productions and nationally recognized concert and comedy acts take place on one of two stages: the 432seat Jervey Theatre and in the 90-seat Pinkerton Theatre. An outreach program brings performances to schools and community groups. Classes and camps are available for students of all ages. Hurricane Ian may have impacted programming at Venice Theater. Check website for details.

THE VENICE SYMPHONY

700 U.S. Highway 41

Bypass North, Suite 4 Venice, FL 34285

941-207-8822

www.thevenicesymphony.org

This professional orchestra of more than 75 classically trained musicians is led by Music Director/Conductor Troy Quinn. The orchestra performs November through May at the Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., and holds an annual Memorial Day Weekend Concert at CoolToday Park. The symphony offers music education programs in schools and a summer music camp. Chamber ensembles perform year-round throughout the community. It has a dedicated Chair Society and an active volunteer group. Tickets, event information, virtual concerts, music education videos and more are available on its website.

Theater... Music... Visual Art... Literature... Dance... where it all begins.

20th Anniversary Season

The Hermitage is the only major arts organization in Florida’s Gulf Coast region exclusively committed to supporting the development and creation of new work across all artistic disciplines.

Hermitage Fellows include 15 Pulitzer Prize Winners, Grammy, Tony, Oscar, Emmy Winners, and more!

GREAT ART ONLY EXISTS

BECAUSE OF GREAT ARTISTS.

Year-round free programs by world-class artists just 20 minutes from the heart of Venice! To learn more: HermitageArtistRetreat.org

Where to eat in

So Many Choices! Something the Venice Area prides itself in is the abundance of dining venues we feature. Succulent barbecue, French bistros, fresh seafood, British comfort food, and a wide variety of Italian restaurants abound.

Recently hailed as the best Waterfront Restaurant and the Best Outdoor Bar by the Herald Tribune, Pop’s Sunset Grill has been one of the Gulf Coast’s premier waterfront dining destinations since 1954. Pop’s is an award winning, family owned and operated restaurant, tiki bar, and live music venue.

Pop’s is perfectly situated on the Intercoastal Waterway and offers dockside service for seafaring customers. The recently remodeled indoor dining room offers an oasis within an oasis for you to cool off and grab a bite before heading back out on to the water or our beautiful beaches. There isn’t a bad seat in the house from the fabulous firepit tables located in the courtyard to the waterfront tables in the Tiki Bar. The menu highlights fresh seafood and a collection of local favorites and daily specials to please all appetites.

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Pop’s is always the right choice – no matter what time of day it is. First class shopping is available at the Pop’s BouTiki which is filled with unique gifts, accessories, and apparel. Feeling thirsty? Try a specialty cocktail at one of three bars, we recommend Pop’s Punch or a Signature Sunset Margarita. Pop’s features live music every single day with a rotating schedule of popular acts and at least two shows a day on the weekend.

Pop’s Sunset Grill Recent Awards: Venice Gondolier-Best of Venice-Winner: Best Restaurant Overall, Best Family Restaurant, Best Waitstaff, Best to Reach By Boat, Best Tiki Bar, Best Lunch, Best Live Entertainment, Best Appetizer Herald Tribune: Best Waterfront Restaurant, Best Outdoor Bar/Beer

For a taste of Old Florida Charm in a comfortable setting, come on out to Pop’s Sunset Grill…we can’t wait to welcome you!

112 Circuit Rd, Nokomis Fl 34275

(Marker 10 by water)

941-488-3177

popssunsetgrill.com

VENICE CHAMBER MEMBER DINING LIST

NORTH JETTY GRILLE

AMERICAN

APPLEBEE’S

4329 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 497-7740

www.applebees.com

BREWBURGERS

370 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-2337

www.brewburgers.com

BREWBURGERS BACK PORCH

545 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-2337

www.brewburgers.com

BURGUNDY SQUARE CAFE

227 Miami Ave. W. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 451-8261

www.burgundysquarecafe.website

CAFE VENICE

101 Venice Ave. W. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1855

www.cafeveniceontheisland.com

CHAZ 51 STEAKHOUSE 549 US 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-6200

www.chaz51.com

CRISP & GREEN

1695 US 41 Bypass, Unit 10 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 837-2152

www.crispandgreen.com

D’ANGELO’S SUBS & SALADS

1203 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-6644 www.dangelos.com

DARRELL’S RESTAURANT

215 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9900

www.darrellsrestaurant.net

FLYNN’S ON VENICE AVE

133 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2200

www.flynnsonveniceave.com

GOLD RUSH BBQ

661 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 483-3137

www.Goldrushbbq.com

MAD SALADS - CREATIVE GREENS COMPANY

2119 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 899-1303

www.madsalads.com

MAX’S TABLE

115 S Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 220-7463

www.maxstablesrq.com

METRO DINER

2053 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 451-2832

www.metrodiner.com

1000 S. Casey Key Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275 (703) 470-6369

www.sharktooth.biz

OBEE’S SOUP-SALAD-SUBS

1846 Tamiami Trail S., #12 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-7808

www.obeesvenice.com

OBEE’S SOUP-SALADS-SUBS - VENICE ISLAND

261 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-0988

www.obeesvenice.com

PARADISE GRILL

1097 N. Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 786-1524 www.paradisegrillfl.com

PRIME STEAKHOUSE

133 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 837-8325 www.primeserioussteak.com

RIB CITY 4187 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-7505 www.ribcity.com

SEED & BEAN MARKET

116 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 220-3234 www.seedandbeanmarket.com

SHARK TOOTH BEACH

CONCESSIONS

208 S. Casey Key Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275 (703) 470-6369

www.sharktooth.biz

SIESTA BEACH EATS 948 Beach Rd. Siesta Key, FL 34242

www.facebook.com/SiestaBeachEats

SNOOK HAVEN 5000 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-7221

www.snookhaven.com

SNOWBIRDS GRILLE 4167 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-5798

www.snowbirdsgrille.com

THE OLD SALTY DOG VENICE 1475 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 483-1000

www.theoldsaltydog.com

THE PILOT HOUSE ON VENICE BEACH

101 The Eslanade N. Venice, FL 34285 (703) 470-6369

www.pilothouse.biz

VENEZIA RESTAURANT & BAR

425 US Hwy. 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 308-7700

www.hotelveneziafl.com

BAKERY

CROISSANT & CO

323 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-1700

www.croissantandcovenice.com

BAR/GRILL/LOUNGE/ BREWERY/WINE

BOGEY’S RESTAURANT & SPORTS PUB, INC.

652 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL34285 (941) 488-9156

www.bogeys.tv

BRITISH OPEN PUB

367 Jacaranda Blvd. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 492-9227

www.britishopenpub.com

CASEY KEY COLLECTOR WINE & WINE BAR 266 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-1866

www.ckcollectorwine.com

DEVINE’S WINE BAR 101 W. Venice Ave., Ste. 16 Venice , FL 34285 (941) 480-0663

www.devineswinebar.weebly.com

SUPERIOR POOLS TOMAHAWK TIKI BAR & GRILL AT COOLTODAY PARK

18800 W. Villages Pkwy. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 259-3456

www.Braves.com/SpringTraining

VENICE FINE WINE & SPIRITS 421 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-5989

www.venicewineandspirits.com

VENICE WINE & COFFEE COMPANY

201 W. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 484-3667

www.venicewineandcoffeecompany.com

BREAKFAST

BREW-ZA-BAGELS

525 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 499-7500

www.brewzabagels.com

CAFE BAGEL 1811 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-2095

www.cafebagelonline.com

CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE

445 Commercial Court

Venice, FL 34292

(941) 480-9200

www.CrackerBarrel.com

VENICE PIER GROUP

it fit. Stay tuned to our website and social media pages on reopening news!

Stopping by world-famous, white sand Siesta Beach? Your food and beverage needs are covered at Siesta Beach Eats

No trip to Venice is complete without a stop at one of Venice Pier Group’s iconic waterfront dining destinations.

Sharky’s on the Pier, located “Smack Dab on the Gulf” and at the base of the iconic Venice Fishing Pier, has been serving up fresh seafood, burgers, tropical cocktails and more for over 35 years. Visit our openair Upper deck and soak in panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico while you sip on a famous frozen drink or step off the dining deck and sink your toes in the sand of one of the region’s most beautiful beaches. Hunt for fossilized sharks’ teeth, bask in the beachy breeze with equipment rentals from the retail store or rent a fishing pole from Papa’s Bait Shop - no fishing license is required on the Venice Fishing Pier.

Next door to Sharky’s, Fins at Sharky’s brings an upscale, “polished casual” vibe to an established brand and boasts some of the best Gulf views along the coast. Fins’ menu features inventive, everchanging offerings inspired by an array of global cuisines and seasonal South Florida ingredients. We proudly serve guests fresh Gulf seafood, sushi and premium cuts of steak and pork, plus signature hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines. The dining room and outdoor terrace feature an inviting design and coastal-inspired décor. Fins’ daily happy hour, Fins Frenzy, features drink specials and lite bites.

Snook Haven Park and Restaurant, “Smack Dab on the River,” offers natural Old Florida beauty and history with authentic riverside dining. Our guests enjoy house-smoked meats and more from our backwoods smokehouse menu and sip on an extensive selection of locally brewed craft beers, plus other favorites. Snook’s outdoor stage is home to the best local toe’ tappin tunes and live music lineup on the Myakka River. Snook Haven experienced damage during Hurricane Ian’s wrath and the restaurant is temporarily closed. We have plans to reopen as soon as Sarasota County deems

The award-winning Siesta Beach is a fan-favorite tourist destination for visitors, vacationers and locals alike. Siesta Beach Eats includes two food service locations and a retail store that offers beach equipment rentals, apparel, accessories and more. The Sun Deck pairs breathtaking views of Siesta Beach with a Chef-inspired casual menu and an expanded beverage menu featuring frozen sippers and locally brewed craft beer. The Sand Pavilion serves made-to-order, high-quality dishes and beverages for guests of all ages.

The newest addition to our family, The Nest at Bay Park, is a brand-new concession stand at The Bay Sarasota. Park visitors will be provided with popular grab-and-go items and expansive beverage selections for breakfast and all day. Enjoy items like bagel sandwiches and fresh avocado toast, nosh on salads, wraps and quesadillas and sip on various refreshments while you explore the newly opened locale.

We look forward to serving you!

FOOD TRUCK/ MOBILE CAFÉ

AUNTIE ANNE’S PRETZEL TRUCK SWFL (301) 401-3259 www.auntieannes.com

PARISE’S ESPRESSO, COFFEE & CANNOLI BAR

(310) 770-6753

www.parisecoffee.com

FUN/CAFÉ/ CONVENIENT

CHECKERS RALLY’S 1721 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-5445

www.checkers.com

CHICK-FIL-A AT PELICAN PLAZA 8420 S. Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34238 (941) 966-0024

www.chick-fil-a.com

CULVER’S ON JACARANDA 19355 Times Circle Venice, FL 34292 (941) 451-8576 www.culvers.com

CULVER’S ON SHAMROCK 1735 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 303-5538

www.culvers.com

JIMMY JOHNS

1766 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 837-2320

www.jimmyjohns.com

MAD DOGS HOT DOGS

2059 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-3086

www.maddogshotdogs.com

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT 1720 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-4555

www.mcdonalds.com

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT 325 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-1138

www.mcdonalds.com

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT

480 US Hwy. 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-6619 www.mcdonalds.com

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT 4269 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-8948

www.mcdonalds.com

URBAN TACO 1617 US41 Bypass #1 S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 861-9110

www.UrbanTacoFL.com

ICE CREAM/SMOOTHIES

FROZEN TREATS

ANTHONY’S NY ITALIAN ICES

1880 S Tamiami Trail Unit 2409 Venice FL 34292 (347) 231-0271

BOB’S TWIST-N-SHAKE, INC 420 US Hwy. 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5152

CIAO GELATO 317A W Venice Ave Venice FL 34285 (941) 445-5840

SMOOTHIE KING

1554 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-3225

www.smoothieking.com

SMOOTHIE KING

6320 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 492-3225

www.smoothieking.com

SMOOTHIE KING

3800 S. Tamiami Trail #108 Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 955-9100

www.smoothieking.com

VENICE AVENUE CREAMERY

249 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-0332

INTERNATIONAL

MON AMI CAFE 1740 E. Venice Ave., #19 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 303-6621

www.monamicafe.com

ITALIAN

ABONDANZA ITALIAN DELI & MARKET

200 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 303-6748

ALLEGRO BISTRO

1740 E Venice Ave., #10 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-1889

www.allegro-bistro.com

CASSARIANO ITALIAN EATERY 313 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-0507

www.cassariano.com

LEONE’S RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA - PAPA LEONE’S LLC 1266 Jacaranda Blvd. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 496-9148

www.leonesvenice.com

MADE IN ITALY 117 W. Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-8282

www.MadeinItalyVenice.com

SAN MARCO OF VENICE 305 B W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 254-6565

www.sanmarcovenice.com

VALENTI’S RESTAURANT 1200 Venice Ave. E. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1888

www.valentisristorante.com

PIZZA

BIG MIKE’S PIZZA 1939 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 303-5805

www.bigmikespizzavenice.com

BOCCA LUPO COAL FIRED PIZZA 12105 Mercado Dr. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 676-9653

www.boccalupopizza.com

JOEY D’S PIZZA

750 US 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 786-1300

www.joeydspizzavenice.com

MARCO’S PIZZA 735 Shamrock Blvd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 493-0123

www.marcos.com

MEET THE SIZZLING HOT BACON BRANDS RESTAURANTS

served to your table in the pot! Whether you’re a land lover or connoisseur of seafood, we have something to satisfy all. If that isn’t enough this September, we are beating the heat with Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas on Sundays.

“We care about our customers, and we treat every customer like family. Come hungry leave happy,” said Michael. “We are proud to have you at our table.”

With a name like Bacon, it’s no wonder that restauranteur Michael Bacon and his wife Liz Bacon have created an empire of sizzling hot restaurants in Venice, Florida. They are BrewBurgers, Brew-Za-Bagels, and the new Shuck-N-Ale

Voted best burgers in Venice on several occasions, BrewBurgers fired up its grill in 2010 and since that first burger hit the bun, Bacon Brands has been growing. BrewBurgers menu includes never-frozen freshly-ground award-winning Angus chuck burgers, wings, sandwiches, salads, a bevy of ice-cold beers, and a menu that’s always hand-crafted from fresh. Adding a new location on Venice Island. BrewBurgers Back Porch opened July 2022. Making a splash in the family friendly sports bar scene in Venice. “It’s all about being an exciting and fun place to satisfy your appetite with the best freshlyground Angus burgers around,” says Michael Bacon. “We don’t know what we love more, people or food. We also love community, and we’re always willing to lend a hand to groups in need.”

Looking for a hot idea the next time you throw a party or manage a special event?

American Comfort (BrewBurgers Catering company) is located inside the American Legion on Venice Avenue, and they will do the cooking. They’ve got a partysized selection of what your guests really want. Call us when you need something delicious for 25 to 300+ guests.

Speaking of the hottest places to dine out, there’s a slice of New York in the Sunshine State at Brew-Za-Bagels. It’s a breakfast bar and pizza joint all in one. Get an amazing Black Gold ice coffee, a New York style bagel, or a breakfast sandwich, artistically built with fresh toppings. Crush your cravings for New York style pizza. Brew-Za-Bagels has piping hot 12” or 20” pizza pies and pizza slices too that are piled to the moon with the freshest toppings and finest cheeses on the market.

And just when you thought you knew about every restaurant in Venice, a smokin’ hot new restaurant opened its doors in January. Michael Bacon is proud to introduce Shuck-N-Ale, a Coastal Inspired seafood restaurant that serves only the finest fresh-from-the-Gulf seafood. ShuckN-Ale’s new menu includes a to-die-for raw bar with Gulf favorites and oysters, happy hour 7 days a week including happy hour apps, Bourbon Street entrées like etouffee, gumbo and Cajun favorites. Or try the southern-style Seafood Boils prepared with fresh seafood, sausage, veggies and potato simmered in a dynamic broth and

BrewBurgers

370 Commercial Court, Venice, Florida (Jacaranda at 1-75)

BrewBurgers, Back Porch

545 Tamiami Trail South, Venice, Florida (Venice Island) 941-484-2337

brewburgers.com

BrewBurgers American Comfort Catering

1770 E Venice Avenue, Venice, Florida (at Legion) brewburgers.com/catering

Brew-Za-Bagels

525 Tamiami Trail South, Venice, Florida 941-499-7500

brewzabagels.com

Shuck-N-Ale

Address: 648 Tamiami Trail South, Venice, Florida 941-499-7200

shucknale.com

CAPT. EDDIE’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 107 Colonia Ln E. Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 484-4623

www.captaineddies.com

CROW’S NEST MARINA RESTAURANT

1968 Tarpon Center Dr. Venice, FL 34285-1035

(941) 484-9551

www.crowsnest-venice.com

DAIQUIRI DECK RAW BAR

300 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-0649

www.daiquirideck.com

DEEP LAGOON SEAFOOD AND OYSTER HOUSE

482 Blackburn Point Road

Osprey, FL 34229

(941) 770-3337

www.deeplagoon.com

DOCKSIDE WATERFRONT GRILL

509 N.TamiamiTrail

Venice, FL34285

(941) 218-6418

www.docksidewaterfrontgrill.com

FINS AT SHARKY’S 1600 Harbor Dr. S. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 999-3467

www.finsatsharkys.com

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NOKOMO’S SUNSET HUT

690 S. Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-1324

www.nokomos.com

PINCHERS

900 Venetia Bay Blvd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9196

www.pinchersusa.com

POP’S SUNSET GRILL 112 Circuit Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3177

www.popssunsetgrill.net

SHARKY’S ON THE PIER 1600 Harbor Dr. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1456

www.sharkysonthepier.com

SHUCK N’ ALE 648 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 499-7200

www.shucknale.com

DINING IN THE VENICE AREA

BRITISH OPEN PUB

Whether you curl up in our quaint English

dining room or pony up to the neighborhood bar, you are sure to feel at home! We proudly serve everything from British favorites of sh & chips, cottage pie, and liver & onions to pub grub including juicy angus burgers and hot honey garlic wings. With over 200 whiskies, 20 draught beers, many ne wines & spirits, and specials, everyone is sure to nd what they’ve been craving! The Pub is the place to come for comfortable food, friends, and atmosphere!

941 / 492-9227

HOURS:

CAFÉ VENICE RESTAURANT & BAR

Café Venice is open daily, serving lunch six

six days a week and dinner every night. For lunch, treat yourself to a Caesar, wedge, or Mediterranean salad or try one of our sandwiches, from a grilled chicken caprese to our own take on a reuben.

At dinner, you’ll nd exotic tapas such as escargot and duck potstickers, along with entrees like crab-stu ed ounder, let mignon, and veal medallion.

CRISP & GREEN

We believe nourishing your healthy lifestyle goes beyond the kitchen. We are devoted to delivering an exceptionally crisp experience to our guests, not just with our chef-crafted & scratch-made menu, but also through our high standard of service, our belief in being 100% authentic, & our passionate commitment to our community.

Download our app to get your greens to go!

crispandgreen.com

941 / 484-1855

Venice, FL 34285

HOURS:

941 / 837-2152

Venice - Jacaranda Plaza

1695 US 41 Bypass, #10 Venice, FL 34293

HOURS: Daily 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Venice Area is the place for some seriously good food.

If you are looking for the Best Restaurants in Venice, FL., there’s a lot to choose from.

DOCKSIDE WATERFRONT GRILL

Casual Waterfront Dining & authentic Florida

charm. Gecko’s Hospitality Group owners Mike Gowan & Mike Quillen acquired a restaurant originated in the 1950s, when Captain Ben & Isa Mae Dunn created what was known as Fisherman’s Wharf Marina. Keeping all the charm, Mike & Mike added a big Tiki, enhanced the menu & brought the top-shelf hospitality for which the GHG is known. Dockside Waterfront Grill, still at Marker 4, remains rich in history and o ers the freshest seafood & among the best views anywhere.

G O LD R USH BBQ

Gold Rush BBQ, offers an excellent variety of dry rubbed, hickory smoked Ribs, Chicken, Pulled Pork and Beef Brisket. We also offer great sandwiches, burgers, steaks and fresh seafood.

We are an award winning, family owned and operated restaurant and take pride in every meal we serve. Service is fast friendly, with a nice selection of Beer, Wine, Sangria and our famous Sweet Tea.

www.goldrushbbq.com

JIMMY JOHN’S

Jimmy John’s®: The Sandwich of SandwichesSM using high quality ingredients built onto fresh-baked bread using premium meats and fresh veggies, sliced by hand daily. Jimmy John’s® also offers delivery and convenient catering to make any occasion the perfect moment. Choose from their Party Boxes, Mini Jimmys®, Box Lunches, or Lil’ Lunches for your next event. Order all your favorites online or in the Jimmy John’s® app today. Go to www.jimmyjohns.com for details.

JimmyJohns.com

SMOOTHIE KING

Smoothie King is a locally owned franchise with a commitment to our communities. Smoothie King believes each day is lled with promise and possibility, which is why each of our ingredients is chosen carefully, and every one of our blends is crafted masterfully for speci c needs, goals and ambitions. We o er high quality, natural snacks to pair with our delicious smoothies, so you can be your best self, live your best life, and rule the day.

941 / 218-6418

In historic Fisherman’s Wharf Marina or Marker 4 by boat

HOURS:

941 / 483-3137

661 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285

HOURS: Open 7 days a week 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

BBQ

941 / 837-2320

1766 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293

HOURS: Every Day 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

FUN

941 / 492-3225

SUPERIOR POOLS TOMAHAWK TIKI BAR & GRILL AT COOLTODAY PARK

Superior Pools Tomahawk Tiki Bar & Grill at CoolToday Park, the Spring Training Home of the Atlanta Braves, is open all year long. Our professionally trained chefs have put together an innovative menu, including a full lineup of burgers, a decadent Shrimp Po’boy, and the highly coveted Kitchen Sink Nachos. Patrons can expect regular food and drink specials, with a large selection of beer, wine, and spirits. What better way to enjoy a meal than with major league views!

cooltodaypark.com

URBAN TACO

Urban Taco is a fun fast casual taco joint offering custom built tacos, burritos, bowls, quesadillas and more. Fresh, healthy ingredients made daily served up by friendly staff. Perfect for a quick, affordable lunch or dinner, or grab a house made margarita or Mexican beer and stay awhile. Be sure to try the fresh house chips, variety of salsas, queso, fresh guacamole, fried ice-cream and churros!

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays. Easy online order, delivery, and carry-out.

www.UrbanTacoFL.com

941 / 259-3456

18800 S. West Villages Pkwy

Venice, FL 34293

HOURS:

Tuesday through Sunday 11am-8pm

Monday CLOSED

AMERICAN / BALLPARK

941 / 861-9110

1617 US41 BYP S #1

Venice, FL 34293

HOURS:

Mon-Sat 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Closed Sundays Available for Dine-In, Carry-out, Online Order, and Delivery

MEXICAN / CONVENIENT

VALENTI’S FAMILY RESTAURANTS - 2 LOCATIONS

A fun & eclectic neighborhood Italian restaurant. Traditional Italian favorites and the best pizza for take-out and dine-in. With 38 years of experience cooking in the nest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Lounge & Entertainment with adherence to CDC guidelines and responsible distancing. Our caring and committed sta will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us.

VENICE AVENUE CREAMERY

Family owned and operated. Premium

homemade ice cream and yogurt made using local dairies. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Venice, FL.

We have the best alternative ice creams, such as almond, oat milk and coconut based vegan ice creams.

A VENICE TRADITION SINCE 1967!

941 / 484-1889

Allegro Bistro

1740 E Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34292

941 / 484-1888

Valenti’s Restaurant

1200 E Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34285

ITALIAN

941 / 488-0332

HOURS:

HEALTH & WELLNESS

We know taking care of your health is of paramount importance, and the Venice area has the healthcare professionals and facilities to keep you in tip top shape.

But what really matters lies behind it.

And we’re not talking about the stainless steel, state-of-the-art surgical suites, equipped for both robotic and minimally invasive capabilities. Or the 110 private patient suites, designed for comfort and efficiency in providing the full array of hospital services. Or the 24/7 Emergency Care Center, or the Primary Stroke Center or the comprehensive labor, delivery and post-partum unit where every mother is a VIP.

We’re talking about the hundreds of physicians and nurses and healthcare professionals who devote their lives to delivering the best possible care to each of their patients. And who do it with compassion and courage, every day.

Because what sets Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Venice apart, and what really matters when it comes to community healthcare, is the healthcare community itself.

RETOUCH YOUR BEAUTY

Since 2003, Dr. Michael Mercandetti has been a leading provider in ophthalmic and facial reconstructive and cosmetic services in the Venice/Sarasota area. His passion for his patients and vast knowledge is what drives him to continue to provide secondto-none service.

At NuView Aesthetics, we strive to provide the best medical grade cosmetic and aesthetic treatments using the latest technology, keeping patient goals in

mind. Services are designed to assist with aesthetic concerns such as sun damage, droopy eyelids, wrinkles, aging skin conditions and proactive skincare treatments and products.

Some services o ered are cutting edge FaceTite, Morpheus8 skin resurfacing and Evoke facial remodeling. Also available is laser resurfacing, HydrafacialMD, facials, peels, Botox, fillers and threads. When surgical services are desired, eyebrow and forehead lifts, corrective eyelid surgery, facelifts, necklifts are some of the procedures Dr. Mercandetti o ers.

Dr. Mercandetti is in high demand for his reconstructive surgery after Mohs surgery. The practice works closely with area dermatologists to coordinate surgery.

NuView is a private practice that welcomes patients

and family members in a comfortable and warm environment. Dr. Mercandetti is passionate about his patients and his patients rave about his personalized patient care and dedication to medicine, as well as his friendly demeanor. While many patients are referred by ophthalmologists, dermatologists, general practitioners and other physicians and satisfied patients who refer to him for his knowledge and expertise, with a medical aesthetician and Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner, our Medspa is aimed at making everyone look and feel their absolute best.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 941-488-7117.

Nikki, APRN/Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner Michelle, Medical Aesthetician Dr. Michael Mercandetti

Caring for patients in Englewood and Venice with

three convenient locations.

Through next-generation sequencing, we take a deep look into your genes to create treatment plans personalized to you.

ENGLEWOOD

714 Doctors Drive

Englewood, FL 34223

Phone: (941) 460-1300

Fax: (941) 460-1306

VENICE HEALTHPARK

836 Sunset Lake Blvd. Ste. 101, Venice, FL 34292

Phone: (941) 408-0500

Fax: (941) 496-8558

VENICE ISLAND

901 South Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285

Phone: (941) 484-3531

Fax: (941) 486-1701

Mehnaz Junagadhwalla, MD

Lalit Aneja, MD

Kristen Gonter-Aubin, DO Blessy Mathew Jacob, MD

Tony J. Kurian, MD

Mariuxi A. Viteri Malone, MD

Noel A. Maun, MD, PhD

Andres O. Soriano, MD

Venice Urology welcomes Erin St. Esprit, APRN to our group - She is accepting new patients -

Female Urology • Voiding Dysfunction • Urodynamics • UTI

Prostate Enlargement • BPH

Prostate Cancer

Male & Female Incontinence • Kidney Stones

Bladder Cancer

Laparoscopic Surgery

Percutaneous Surgery

Kidney Cancer

Robotic Surgery

Endoscopic Surgery

Laser Surgery

Brachytherapy/Seed Implantation

ESWL (Shockwave Therapy)

Blue Light Cystoscopy

Rezum

941.485.3351 (24 hours) • www.VeniceUrology.com 842 Sunset Lake Blvd., Bldg B, Suite 403, Venice FL 34292

Carl G. Klutke, M.D.

Thomas J. Ruane, M.D.

Gregory M. Lomas, M.D.

HCA FLORIDA ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL

700 Medical Blvd.

Englewood, Fl 34223

(941) 475-6571

www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/englewood-hospital Englewood Community Hospital is now HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Our 100-bed acute care hospital offers a wide variety of patient-focused healthcare services to our community. Some of the services and capabilities we provide include 24/7 emergency care, cardiovascular care, general surgery, orthopedics, stroke care and advanced imaging services.

HCA FLORIDA SARASOTA DOCTORS HOSPITAL

5731 Bee Ridge Road

Sarasota, FL 34233

(941) 342-1100

www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/sarasota-doctors-hospital HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital is a 155-bed, all private room facility serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. Their emergency room wait times average less than 30 minutes and a high level of stroke and cardiac care is delivered around the clock. They are also known for superior joint replacement and spine surgery with concierge-level suites. Their on-site Breast Care Center provides expert and compassionate care.

MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

Walk-In Clinic

1287 US 41 Bypass, Venice, FL 34285 (941) 244-5716 • www.millenniumphysician.com

Formed in 2008, Millennium Physician Group has grown into one of the largest comprehensive primary care practices with more than 200 health care providers located throughout Southwest Florida.With corporate headquarters in Fort Myers, Florida, Millennium Physician Group consists of primary care offices, Imaging Centers, Lab Services and Wellness Programs. You can also find various programs, such as weight management and smoking cessation, led by Millennium Physician Group doctors.

SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - VENICE

2600 Laurel Road East, North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 261-9000 • www.smh.com

Located at the intersection of Laurel and Pinebrook roads near I-75 in Venice, Fla., the 65-acre Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice campus offers a full-service, acute care hospital. Built to serve the growing south Sarasota County area and enhance healthcare across the region. Offering a full slate of medical and

R Additional providers can be found in the Business Directory which starts on page 91.

surgical care — from cardiology, orthopedics and intensive care to surgery and comprehensive labor, delivery, recovery, and post-partum care. Seamlessly integrated with the resources, expertise and support of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, SMH-Venice delivers south county residents more convenient access to the top-ranked care and surgical treatment Sarasota Memorial is known for.

SARASOTA MEMORIALURGENT CARE CENTER AT VENICE

997 US 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 952-4250 • www.smh.com

Sarasota Memorial Health Care Center at Venice serves the greater Venice community at its landmark location, the intersection of US 41 Business and US 41 Bypass. The facility is anchored by Sarasota Memorial’s Venice Urgent Care Center, open daily from 8am to 8pm. Additionally, the Health Care Center offers radiology and laboratory services, and medical offices of First Physicians Group Internal Medicine and Family Practice.

EDUCATION

Sarasota County schools are known to be some of the best public schools in Florida. More than 43,000 students attend 40 schools including special schools such as Pine View for gifted students, which is rated 15th in the U.S.; Oak Park, which provides educational and therapeutic services to students with disabilities; Booker High School, a magnet school in performing arts; and Suncoast

Polytechnical High School, to name a few. Added to that are nine charter schools with various emphasis. There are also several private schools in the county.

In Venice, there are four elementary schools: Garden, Laurel-Nokomis, Taylor and Venice, serving grades kindergarten through 5. Two middle schools, Laurel and Venice, serve grades 6-8. Venice High School serves grades 9-12. Charter schools include Student Lead-

ership Academy and Sky Academy, both for grades 6-8, and Island Village Montessori for grades K-11. Private schools are Epiphany, grades K-8, and Venice Christian School, grades K-12. Institutions of higher learning include State College of Florida in South Sarasota County, and in Sarasota University of South Florida, New College, Keiser University, Ringling College of Art and Design, East West College of Natural Medicine, and Argosy University.

ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

“Today’s School for Tomorrow’s World”

were designed specifically to support Montessori learning. The rooms allow for freedom of movement, independence and collaboration by having clearly defined academic areas and easily accessible materials. The $3.5 million project serves as the much needed replacement for the original aging modular building.

Island Village channels its students’ natural energy with music, drama, art, physical education, and dance which frees them from hours behind a desk. The next phase of the master plan is to build a multi-purpose building that will house a performance center and studios for the STEAM program. The building will hold up to 800 people, and will include a science lab, an engineering lab, 3-D printers, music studios and a dance studio. In addition, a new open-air Physical Education Pavillion will be completed by the end of 2022.

Island Village Montessori School, Sarasota County’s only tuition-free Montessori school, opened its doors to students in 2001. Island Village has earned the status of “high-performing charter school” by the Florida Department of Education since its inception in 2011. It remains the only public Montessori school in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties. The goal is to promote lifelong learning by encouraging students to pursue their interests and nurture their academic curiosity. The result is children who grow into capable adults who have a strong sense of self, the ability to connect with others and the potential to have fulfilling and productive lives. Island Village educates students from pre-school through eighth grade in the Montessori philosophy. Currently, more than 600 students are enrolled.

The school had a ribbon cutting ceremony in August to celebrate the completion of three new buildings to serve approximately 200 students in seven classrooms. The buildings includes computer labs and a library, as well as screened outdoor, open-air learning spaces for each room. They

If you are interested in learning more please contact us at development@islandvillage.org

MAIN: Beautiful walk through SCF Campus

RIGHT: Natural Science Building at SCF Campus

SCF VENICE STEM FACILITIES TAKE A STEP UP

State College of Florida, ManateeSarasota (SCF) is constructing a transformative science facility at SCF Venice. The new 8,913-square-foot Science and Technology Building will open new opportunities for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in Sarasota County, Charlotte County and the surrounding region.

Undertaking such a monumental project requires buy-in locally and at the state level. Recognizing the need for workforce-ready graduates in STEM fields, the Florida Legislature appropriated $2.9 million in 2021 and $1.09 million in 2022 to support the project. With a total project expense exceeding $5 million, the SCF Foundation is mobilizing local support to bridge the gap between state funding and the final cost.

Located off U.S. 41, near the Wellen Park neighborhood and CoolToday Park, the Atlanta Braves Spring Training facility, SCF Venice is close to a large population of high school students and working

adults. Every student at SCF Venice will experience benefits from the new building. When it opens in Fall 2023, the Science and Technology Building will include laboratory space for an additional 100 students, allowing for a diverse schedule of required classes and electives offered at flexible times to accommodate students’ busy lives and commitments.

Assembling top-notch STEM facilities requires more than just spacious labs, vibrant classrooms and functional offices. The new structure will feature those important spaces for students, but the essential equipment includes tools like the Bunsen burner, biosafety storage cabinet, Sterilmatic® sterilizer, Isotemp™ water bath, and gravity convection incubator.

Many of the facilities and tools planned for Venice are already in use at SCF Bradenton, where a significant remodel and expansion of the campus science facilities concluded in 2021. Students are doing important scientific research, like studying new sources of antibiotics and publishing discoveries in the National Center for Biotechnology Information database, known as GenBank®. These students will go on to hold a range of careers, including nurses, lab managers, engineers, chemists, and sometimes even adjunct or full-time instructors who educate the next generation.

SCF was founded in Bradenton in 1957, and SCF Venice opened in 1985, providing a scenic 100-acre campus to meet the community higher education and workforce needs of Sarasota and Charlotte counties. The College has been responsive to the changing needs of the state and local economy over the last 65 years, with STEM classes serving as a critical component of bolstering nursing education, manufacturing degrees, dual enrollment opportunities for high school students, an honors program, and the Gator Engineering partnership with the University of Florida. The new Science and Technology Building will also be an important resource for the SCF Collegiate School in Venice, which prepares students in grades nine to 12 to graduate high school with a diploma and an associate degree.

To learn more about SCF’s efforts to improve STEM facilities and increase student opportunities, contact Chris Collins at 941-752-5653 or CollinC1@SCF.edu.

BUSINESS RESOURCES

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at University of South Florida, assists existing and emerging businesses in Sarasota and Manatee counties, through no-cost confidential business consulting, market research information, and low-cost training. Whether growing,

buying, selling, or starting a business, the Florida SBDC at USF can assist entrepreneurs at all stages of business.

Florida SBDC at USF

(813)396-9711

SBDCTampaBay.com/Sarasota

CareerSource Suncoast

(941)358-4200

www.careersourcesuncoast.com

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Sarasota County anchors the middle of Florida’s southwestern coast, south of Tampa Bay and North of Fort Myers. It is within a 90-minute drive of three major international airports, including the highly convenient Sarasota Bradenton

International Airport—one of the fastest growing airports in the country. The county’s convenient location, when combined with its low taxes and unparalleled quality of life, make it one of the best places to own and operate a business in the U.S.

Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County

The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce partners closely with the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County (EDC) to support businesses

that expand or relocate to the Venice area and beyond. The EDC is the only organization that focuses solely on diversifying the economy of Sarasota County. Its work helps create new, wellpaying jobs, contributes to the economy and its tax base, and reduces vulnerability to external shocks that can undermine the community’s long-term economic health. For information about services, incentives, and resources available to local or relocating businesses, contact the EDC at (941)309-1200, info@edcsarasotacounty. com or www.edcsarasotacounty.com.

SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS

SCORE, America’s premier source of free and confidential small business advice

LOCAL BUSINESS RESOURCES BUILDING PERMITS

A permit is required for construction or work on a building or to any of its systems. This includes work to construct, enlarge, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building. It also includes work to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace impact-resistant coverings, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing

for entrepreneurs and small businesses, is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Since 1964, SCORE has helped more than eleven million aspiring entrepreneurs. Each year, SCORE’s over 13,000 volunteer business experts provide hundreds of thousands of free small business

systems. Further information can be obtained at www.FloridaBuilding.org.

FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS

All businesses need an employer ID number issued by the Internal Revenue Service. The forms may be obtained online at www. irs.gov or by calling 1 (800) 829-1040. Employers are responsible for the payroll tax collections and payment for Income Taxes (withheld from wages), Social Security Taxes (FICA, withheld from wages), and Federal and applicable State taxes.

mentoring sessions and local/online educational services to clients at all points of their business lifecycles in over 1,500 communities nationwide.

To learn more about SCORE in your local community, volunteer or set up an appointment with a mentor visit www.score.org.

BUSINESS TAX

Mostbusinessesandprofessionsoperating in Sarasota County must pay a business tax which is used for economic development. Businesses located in the City of VenicemustalsopayaCityBusinesstax.

For more information about the city business tax, call (941) 486-2626. Also some businesses may be required to collect sales tax. Contact the Florida Department of Revenue for more infor-mation at www.FloridaRevenue.com or by calling (941) 343-0201.

Sarasota County Tax Collector (941) 861-8300, option 3 www.sarasotataxcollector.com

SALES & PROPERTY TAX

The State of Florida requires collection of sales tax. To register your business for collecting sales tax, obtain an Application for Sales and Use Tax Registration (Form DR-1) available at the Department of Revenue, Sales Tax Division. Businesses are responsible for state and local taxes and licenses. To get the most updated information available, you may wish to contact a tax attorney or accountant to determine your individual obligation. Additional phone numbers that may help you in the startup of your new or relocating business are listed below for your convenience. This is the information provided at the time of this publication. Information is subject to change. Please check with the Chamber or websites listed for current information.

ZONING INFORMATION

Sarasota County Zoning Regulations (941) 861-5000 · www.scgov.net

City of Venice Planning & Zoning Dept. (941) 486-2626, extension 7432 www.venicegov.com

FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION

Division of Corporations Dept of State (850) 245-6000 · www.sunbiz.org

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE

Venice Area Chamber of Commerce (941) 488-2236 · www.venicechamber.com

Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County

(941) 309-1200 · edcsarasotacounty.com

Enterprise Florida Economic Assistance (850) 298-6620 · www.enterpriseflorida.com

CHAMBERS

OF COMMERCE

IN SARASOTA

COUNTY

Englewood Florida ..........(941) 474-5511

Gulf Coast Latin (941) 526-0778

Longboat Key ...................(941) 387-9000

North Port ........................(941) 564-3040

Sarasota (941) 955-8187

Siesta Key ..........................(941) 349-3800

Venice Area (941) 488-2236

CITY OF VENICE LEADERSHIP

The City of Venice is governed by a Council-Manager system that combines the political leadership of elected officials in the form of a city council with the managerial experience of a city

Sarasota Office: 941-954-0067 | Venice Office: 941-484-0067 leeandevans.com

manager. The Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at City Hall at 9:00am. The City Manager is a full-time executive with experience and training in administering local government staffs, projects, and programs on behalf of the Council. It is the City Manager’s responsibility to recruit and hire staff members and oversee their functions as well as prepare a recommended budget. The mayor and council members are elected for three-year terms which are staggered, so that two council members are elected or re-elected every year. Each member is limited to three consecutive terms and must live within the City limits. For more information, please visit https://www.venicegov.com/government/mayor-city-council

SARASOTA COUNTY LEADERSHIP

Five elected county commissioners serve as Sarasota County’s governing body. The commissioners are elected on a staggered basis for up to two four-year terms. They appoint a chair and vice chair, who each serve one calendar year. The chair presides at all meetings of the commission and is recognized as the head of the county for all ceremonial purposes. County commissioners also appoint the county administrator and the county attorney. Sarasota County also has five constitutional officers who are elected by the public for terms of four years: the Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, and Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller.

The county administration buildings are located at 1660 Ringling Boulevard in Sarasota and the Robert L. Anderson Administration Center, 4000 South Tamiami Trail in Venice. (941) 861-5000 · www.scgov.net.

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Sr Resident Director

941.486.3907

Senior Financial Advisor

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management 871 VENETIA BAY BLVD. SUITE 100 VENICE, FL 34285

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941.486.3907

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ACCOMMODATIONS

A BEACH RETREAT ON CASEY KEY

105 Casey Key Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275-3303 (941) 485-8771 abeachretreat.com

ADDY’S VILLAS

(941) 488-7990 | addysvillas.com

Addy’s Villas of Nokomis combines the top rated service of a family owned & operated hotel accommodation with the charm & relaxing atmosphere of a tropical Florida retreat!

BEST LODGING & VACATION HOME RENTAL VALUE IN THE SARASOTA AREA!

330 Tamiami Trail N., Nokomis, FL 34275

BANYAN HOUSE

519 Harbor Dr. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1385 www.BanyanHouse.com

PARTNER

BEACHCOMBER IN VENICE

720 Golden Beach Blvd. Venice, FL 34285-3325 (941) 488-4237 beachcomberinvenice.com See our ad page 11

BEACHCOMBER ON CASEY KEY

129 Casey Key Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 488-0715 beachcombercaseykey.com

BEST WESTERN PLUS AMBASSADOR SUITES VENICE

400 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292

(941) 480-9898 bestwestern.com/plusambassadorsuitesvenice

CASEY KEY RESORTS

1660 S. Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229

(941) 966-2121 caseykeyresorts.com

CASEY KEY VACATION - A BEACH RETREAT CONDO RENTALS

105 Casey Key Rd., Units 16, 25 and 27 Casey Key, FL 34275

(440) 835-5288 caseykeyvacation.com

FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES/TOWNPLACE SUITES

2935 Executive Dr. Venice, FL 34292

(941) 488-4343 marriott.com/srqvc

HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON

227 Albee Rd. W. Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 412-0064 Home2Nokomis.Home2SuitesbyHilton.com

HOTEL VENEZIA A RAMADA HOTEL

425 US 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 308-7700 hotelveneziafl.com See our ad page 33

INN AT THE BEACH

725 Venice Ave. W. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8471 innatthebeach.com

ISLAND HOUSE APARTMENT MOTEL

205 Casey Key Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275-3371 (941) 488-1719 islandhouse.org

MOTEL 6

281 US Hwy. 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-8255 motel6.com

QUARTERDECK VACATION RENTAL CONDOMINIUMS

1275 Tarpon Center Dr. Venice, FL 34285-1131 (941) 488-0449 qdeckresortvenice.com

RAMBLER’S REST RV RESORT

1300 N. River Rd. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-4354 rvonthego.com

ROYAL COACHMAN RESORT-ENCORE

1070 Laurel Rd. E. Nokomis, FL 34275-4508 (941) 488-9674 rvonthego.com

SUNSHINE INN & SUITES (941) 493-5600 | sunshineinnvenice.com

The newly renovated Sunshine Inn & Suites offers a heated outdoor pool with gazebos & access to grills, nonsmoking rooms & free Wi-Fi. You may enjoy the variety of restaurants & attractions nearby, as well as many of the best beaches in Florida! 1602 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT

2986 Executive Dr. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 879-9100 www.marriott.com/srqtv

VENICE BEACH VILLAS

501 W. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1580 venicebeachvillas.com

YCA - VACATION CONDOS (941) 488-1336 | ycavenice.com

Completely furnished. 1 story, studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units. Cable TV - Free Wireless. Beautiful beach on the Gulf. Lovely heated pool and landscaped courtyard - enjoy fishing on the beach. Laundry facilities on premises. Management team onsite. 1325 Tarpon Center Dr., Venice, FL 34285-1133

ACCOUNTANTS-CERTIFIED PUBLIC

BRYAN J. ARCHER CPA, PA

329 Nokomis Ave. S., Ste. L Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2728 cpavenicefl.com

CAVANAUGH & CO. 333 Miami Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-4847 cavcocpa.com

EXECUTIVE WEALTH MANAGEMENT 126 Shamrock Blvd. Venice, FL 34293 ......................................... (941) 493-4111 ewm-tax.com

PARTNER

HOUGH & COMPANY, PA, CPAS 248 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-7768 HoughCPA.com See our ad page 91

KERKERING, BARBERIO & CO. 1990 Main St., Ste. 801 Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 365-4617 kbgrp.com

PEACOCK & FRENCH, CPAS, PA 1314 E. Venice Ave., Ste. C Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-2419 venicecpa.com

(917) 617-1289 www.floridarentals.com/southwest/venice-vacation-rentals

FLORIDARENTALS.COM

GULF SURF RESORT MOTEL

(941) 966-2669 | gulfsurfresort.com

A well-kept secret since the 50s, our beachfront resort is ready for your reservations for a tropical retreat. Sitting on 5 miles of private beach in Casey Key, come enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, bird watching & more. Booking early recommended.

3905 Casey Key Rd., Nokomis, FL 34275-3332

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

380 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292

(941) 584-6800 holidayinnexpress.com

ROBINSON, GRUTERS & ROBERTS CPA

(941) 488-7794 | robinsongruters.com

Offering tax preparation, IRS representation, QuickBooks accounting & bookkeeping, entity selection & restructuring as well as assurance services. Our firm can guide you through a full range of options to help you put your financial woes to rest.

133 Harbor Dr. S., Venice, FL 34285

SANDRA K PRIDEMORE CPA, PA

209 Nassau St. S., Ste. 104 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-5110

SMITH & WAGGONER CPAS, PA

115 Tamiami Trail N., Ste. 7 Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 375-4118 swagcpa.com

WHITE SANDS TAX SOLUTIONS

333 Tamiami Trail S., Ste. 257 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-0968 whitesandstax.com

WHITTAKER AND SAUCIER CPAS, PA

304 W. Venice Ave., Ste. 300 Venice, FL 34285-5567 (941) 493-5299 whittakercpas.net

YOUNG, HANKS & HANKS, CPAS

229 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 800-2424 younghanks.com

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

BOOKSMARTS INC.

230 Tamiami Trail S., Ste. 3H Venice, FL 34285 (941) 276-3201 www.booksmartsfl.com

THE POCKET CFO (540) 353-1673 www.thepocketcfousa.com

ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES

FLORIDIAN CLUB OF SARASOTA

19600 Floridian Club Dr. Venice, FL 34292

(941) 360-3838 FloridianLife.com

SEASIDE SPRINGS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

(941) 441-4200 | SeasideSpringsRetirement.com

A warm, friendly 55+ community that offers a variety of floor plans, as well as many amenities that allow you to live comfortably and luxuriously. With maintenance, housekeeping and more included, you have time to enjoy the important things in life.

1251 S. Tamiami Trl., Osprey, FL 34229

AIR CONDITIONING-CONTRACTORS & SYSTEMS

CASTLE AIR COOLING & HEATING

121 N. McCall Rd. Englewood, FL 34223

(941) 474-0232 castleairfl.com

CONDITIONED AIR

1040 Knights Trail Rd. North Venice, FL 34275

(941) 893-6450 conditionedair.com

GLOBAL AIR CONDITIONING, INC.

(941) 488-7776 | globalairconditioning.com

We Specialize in Indoor Air Quality, providing Sales, Service & Maintenance on all brands of AC equipment. It is our honor & duty to support many of our community non-profit organizations. Making A World of a Difference in your home & in our community!

144 B Triple Diamond Blvd., North Venice, FL 34275

GRACE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING, LLC

180 Triple Diamond Blvd., Unit B4 North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 822-7231 graceairconditioning.com

GRANDE AIRE INC.

1606 Faust Dr. Englewood, FL 34224 (941) 697-4884 grandeaire.com

HONEST AIR CONDITIONING OF VENICE, INC.

1040 Knights Trail Rd., Unit A North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 496-7566 honestacofvenice.com

PATRICKAIR, LLC

735 Commerce Dr. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 468-0100 PatrickAir.com

PERFORMANCE AIR, INC.

344 Center Ct. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-7007 performanceairvenice.com

ROYAL AIR CONDITIONING

120 Triple Diamond Blvd Unit G North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 485-3238 royalac.net

SUPERIOR HEATING-COOLING

115 Triple Diamond Blvd. Nokomis, FL 34275-3632 (941) 488-5359 superiorac.com See our ad page 41

TOTAL AIR SOLUTIONS

1050 Corporate Ave., Unit 118 North Port, FL 34289 (941) 426-1770 totalairfl.com

PARTNER

TRI COUNTY AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING, INC.

1080 Enterprise Ct. North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 485-2222 tricountyair.com See our ad page 5, 16

VENICE COOLING & HEATING LLC

857 B US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-8572 venicecoolingandheating.com

AIRPORTS

SARASOTA MANATEE AIRPORT AUTHORITY 6000 Airport Circle Sarasota, FL 34243-2105 (941) 359-5200 srq-airport.com

ALARM / CAMERA SYSTEMS-FIRE & SECURITY

SECURITY ALARM CORP.

17776 Toledo Blade Blvd. Pt. Charlotte, FL 33948 (941) 625-9700 securityalarmcorp.com

PARTNER

SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INC

514 Colonia Lane E. Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 441-9300

SunshineVenice.com See our ad page 97

ALUMINUM PRODUCTS

PARTNER ABSOLUTE ALUMINUM, INC.

1220 Ogden Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-7777

absolutealuminum.com See our ad page 30, 31

COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL ALUMINUM

156 Triple Diamond Blvd. North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 486-9104 craluminum.com

APARTMENT COMMUNITIES

THE RESERVE AT VENICE

2300 Laurel Rd. E. North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 234-9266 www.thereserveatvenice.com

VENICE ISLES APARTMENTS

2600 Executive Dr. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 800-1160 veniceislesapartments.com

WOODMERE APARTMENTS OF VENICE

c/o Gallina Management, Inc.

101 E. Main St., Ste. 500

Mount Horeb, WI 53572 (941) 496-4161 woodmereapartmentsofvenice.com

APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD, MAJOR

JESSUP’S MAJOR APPLIANCE CENTERS

1210 E. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-9030 www.jessupsappliances.com/en/cp-venice

NANCY’S USED APPLIANCES 249 Center Court Venice, FL 34285 (941) 549-1009 nancysappliances.com

APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD, MAJOR, PARTS, SERVICE

APPLIANCE SPECIALISTS, LLC (941) 456-0300 appliancespecialistsllc.com

ARCHITECTS

BEEBE DESIGN STUDIO ARCHITECT 825 Tamiami Trail S., Ste. 1 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-6762 beebedesignstudio.com

ART GALLERIES-DEALERS & CONSULTANTS

VENICE ART CENTER, INC. 390 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 485-7136 veniceartcenter.com See our ad page 59

VENICE GALLERY & STUDIO OF CLYDE BUTCHER 237 Warfield Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-0811 clydebutcher.com

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

BABICH, JACK & JODIE

CORGAN, SHERYL

DAHL, MAGGIE E

FAWN, JANIS

HAY, DON

HOLIC, JOHN

KASMARK, JAMES

LAWRENCE, MICKEY & JUDY

MCKEON, THOMAS KIT C

MCLAREN, WADE

MURRAY & MURRAY LTD.

NEWMAN, VICTORIA

PIERCE, DAVID L. SKINNER, POLLY & ERNIE SPENCER, SHARON

VEDDER, BOB ASSOCIATIONS

VISIT SARASOTA COUNTY

301 N. Cattlemen Rd., Ste. 203 Sarasota, FL 34232

(941) 955-0991 visitsarasota.org

ATTORNEYS

BATES-BUCHANAN & SAVITSKY LAW GROUP, P.A.

333 Tamiami Trail S., Ste. 298 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 799-3015 LadyLawyersFLA.com

PARTNER

BERLIN PATTEN EBLING, PLLC, ATTORNEYS AT LAW

247 S. Tamiami Trail, Ste. 201 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 955-9991 BerlinPatten.com See our ad page 93

BETTERTON, TYLER & SUMMONTE, PL

735 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285

BOOHOFF LAW

14900 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287

(941) 488-4422

(877) 999-9999 boohofflaw.com

PARTNER

BOONE LAW FIRM

1001 Avenida del Circo Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-6716 boone-law.com See our ad page 93

BRITTON LAW GROUP

401 Johnson Lane, Ste. 102 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 408-8008 andrewbrittonlaw.com

DAVID R. CORNISH, ATTORNEY AT LAW

355 Venice Ave. W. Venice, FL 34285

DONNA-LEE RODEN, ATTORNEY AT LAW

213 Harbor Dr. N. Venice, FL 34285

PARTNER

FARR LAW FIRM

237 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 483-4246

(941) 486-8555

KLINGBEIL & ROBERTS, PA 341 Venice Ave. W. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-2900 k-rlaw.com

LEDBETTER LAW GROUP

229 Pensacola Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 256-3965 LedbetterLawFL.com

PARTNER

LEE AND EVANS PA 4120 Woodmere Park Blvd,. Ste. 8B Venice, FL 34293 (941) 954-0067 leeandevans.com See our ad page 85

MUIRHEAD, GAYLOR, STEVES & WASKOM P.A. 901 Ridgewood Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3000 mgswlaw.com

PERSSON, COHEN, MOONEY, FERNANDEZ & JACKSON, P.A. 236 Pedro St. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 306-4730 flgovlaw.com

ROBERT N. HARRISON, ATTORNEY AT LAW

304 W. Venice Ave., Ste. 201 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-8551 HarrisonLawOffice.com

THE LAW OFFICE OF DAN POLICASTRO, P.L. The Snyder Law Bldg., 355 W. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 882-4367 danpolicastrolaw.com

WILLIAMS PARKER ATTORNEYS AT LAW

200 S. Orange Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 366-4800 williamsparker.com

ATTRACTIONS

ATLANTA BRAVES SPRING TRAINING COMPLEX

18800 S. West Villages Pkwy.

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 413-5000 www.cooltodaypark.com See our ad page 2, 71

FOX LEA FARM, INC. 800 N. Auburn Rd.

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 809-6361 foxleafarm.com

TITO GAONA FLYING TRAPEZE ACADEMY Ringling Dr. (next to Venice Airport)

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 504-1552 TitoGaona.com

AUDIOLOGISTS

MEDICAL GARDENS HEARING AND BALANCE CENTER, INC. 105 San Marco Dr

Venice, FL 34285-3230 (941) 485-4592 hear2help.com

AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATIONS

AAA INSURANCE - VENICE BRANCH

2100 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-2100 aaa.com/venice

AUTOMOBILE BODY, REPAIRING & PAINTING

CAR CHEMISTRY AUTO BODY & PAINTING

540 Seaboard Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-2174 carchemistry.net

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS

DOUGLAS JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE RAM

2382 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 484-8300 douglasjeep.com

(941) 484-1996 farr.com See our ad page 87

FLORIN ROEBIG - TRIAL ATTORNEYS

777 Alderman Rd. Palm Harbor, FL 34683

(800) 226-6581 florinroebig.com/insurance-claims/hurricane/florida/ian

HALL & RHEINGANS, PLLC

1314 E. Venice Ave, Ste. E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-0999 venice-florida-lawyer.com

HANLON LAW

1605 Main St., Ste. 1115

Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 462-1789 www.sarasotadefenseattorney.com

KEMPER PAYNE LAW

1435 E. Venice Ave., Ste. 104 Venice, FL 34292

(941) 417-0088 kemperpaynelaw.com

GETTEL ACURA

4981 Clark Rd.

BAIL BONDS

AFTER HOURS BAIL BONDS

SPORT CLIPS HAIRCUTS OF SOUTH SARASOTA

8378 S. Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34233

(941) 567-1080 gettel.com

GETTEL HYUNDAI OF SARASOTA

3500 Bee Ridge Rd. Sarasota, FL 34239

(941) 567-1080 gettel.com

GETTEL NISSAN

3530 Bee Ridge Rd. Sarasota, FL 34239

(941) 567-1080 gettel.com

HYUNDAI OF VENICE

200 Jacaranda Blvd. Venice, FL 34292

1902 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 485-8700 afterhoursbailbonds.net

BANKS

ACHIEVA CREDIT UNION

1485 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 907-4000 achievacu.com

CENTENNIAL BANK

500 US 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 237-2000 my100bank.com

Sarasota, FL 34238 (941) 702-5451 haircutmensouthsarasotafl.com

BASEBALL

ATLANTA BRAVES SPRING TRAINING COMPLEX

18800 S. West Villages Pkwy.

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 413-5000 www.cooltodaypark.com See our ad page 2, 71

BALTIMORE ORIOLES - SARASOTA

2700 12th St.

Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 893-6300 orioles.com/sarasota

BICYCLES-SALES, RENTALS, REPAIRS

BICYCLES INTERNATIONAL

See our ad page 7

(941) 226-8928 hyundaiofvenice.com

JENKINS CHEVROLET OF VENICE

2324 Tamiami Trail S.

PARTNER

ENGLEWOOD BANK & TRUST - VENICE OFFICE

1752 Tamiami Trail S.

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-1590 bicyclesinternationalfl.com See our ad page 25

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-5000 jenkinschevroletofvenice.com

PARTNER MATTHEWS-CURRIE FORD (941) 488-6787 | matthewscurrie.com

For 50 years, Matthews Currie Ford has been proud to be your local Ford dealer. As a longtime member of the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, we continue to meet your service, new car and used car sales needs.

130 Tamiami Trl. N., Nokomis, FL 34275

See our ad page 35

207 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 202-7199 englewoodbankandtrust.com See our ad page 85

LIBERTY SAVINGS BANK

1697 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-0201 libertysavingsbank.com

PARTNER

SEACOAST BANK

735 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 806-5483 SeacoastBank.com

SERVIS 1ST BANK

STARLING BUICK GMC, INC.

1455 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-3667 starlingbuickgmc.com

SUNSET CADILLAC OF VENICE

2367 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293

(941) 497-5800 sunsetcadillacvenice.com

VENICE HONDA

985 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285-4334

(941) 486-8888 venicehonda.com

VENICE TOYOTA

900 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 484-9000 venicetoyota.com

AUTOMOBILE-REPAIR & SERVICE

1 STOP CAR-TRUCK REPAIR

401 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 485-4061 1stopcarrepair.com

AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS OF VENICE

299 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-4411 veniceaamco.com

AMERICAN IMPORT AUTO

548 E. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1340 americanimportrepair.com

AUTO WORX OF VENICE, INC.

333 Seaboard Ave. S., Unit D Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9166

LEOPOLD TRUCK & AUTO REPAIR

347 Seaboard Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 451-8157 leopoldtruckrepair.com

MASELLA’S AUTO REPAIR, INC.

823 US 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1122

247 S. Tamiami Trail, #101 Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 236-9130 servisfirstbank.com

PARTNER

SOUTHSTATE BANK

901 Venetia Bay Blvd., #100 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 441-4210 BankingForward.com See our ad page 86

STEARNS BANK

201 Center Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-6660 stearnsbank.com

TRUIST (DOWNTOWN VENICE)

200 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-4000 truist.com

TRUIST (SOUTH BRIDGE)

1670 US Hwy. 41 Bypass S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 882-7076 truist.com

TRUIST (VENICE VILLAGE)

4101 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 882-5377 truist.com

TRUSTCO BANK

2057 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-9100 trustcobank.com

BANQUETS

HOTEL VENEZIA A RAMADA HOTEL

425 US 41 Bypass N. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 308-7700 hotelveneziafl.com See our ad page 33

BARBER SHOPS

ISLAND CREW BARBER SHOP

664 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-8802 IslandCrewBarbershop.com

BIG BAM ELECTRIC BIKES 412 E. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 240-1717 bigbambikes.com

CROW’S NEST MARINA 1968 Tarpon Center Dr. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-7661 crowsnest-venice.com

FLORIDA BIKE AND BEACH

1532 US Hwy. 41 Bypass #180

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 412-1411 floridabikeandbeach.com

REAL BIKES VENICE

581 US Hwy. 41 Bypass N.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-3113 realbikes.com

BLOOD BANKS

SUNCOAST BLOOD CENTERS

539 US Hwy. 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 954-1600 www.suncoastblood.org

BOAT DEALERS

BIG TOY STORAGE & SALES 100 Center Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 445-4514 bigtoysales.com

MARINEMAX OF VENICE

1485 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 313-2184 marinemax.com See our ad page 25

BOATING SAFETY & EDUCATION

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY FLOTILLA 86 1200 S. Harbor Dr. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1900 www.venicecgaux.org

BOATS-EXCURSION, SIGHTSEEING

EASY CRUISIN’ CHARTERS (941) 539-3126 www.easycruisin.com

BOATS-RENTALS & JET SKIS

COOL BREEZE BOAT & JET SKI RENTALS

Gulf Harbor Marina, 100 Circuit Rd. Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 485-3333 coolbreezeboatrentals.com

ISLAND JETSKI AND WATERSPORTS

801 Blackburn Point

Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 474-1168 Islandjetskiandwatersports.com

BUILDING PREFORMANCE CONSULTANT

CALCS PLUS

121 Triple Diamond Blvd., #16 North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 488-1700 Calcs-plus.com

BUSINESS BROKERS

FLORIDA BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, INC.

481 Beechwood Dr. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 539-4353 floridabusinessopportunities.com

PARTNER

HALLMARK BUSINESS BROKERS, INC.

230 S. Tamiami Trail, Ste. 1 Venice, FL 34285

CARPET, RUG & UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS

PARTNER

HEAVEN’S BEST CARPET CLEANING (941) 525-3919 heavensbestflorida.com

CATERING

PARTNER

AMERICAN COMFORT CATERING & FOOD SERVICE

1770 E. Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 786-3486

CHICK-FIL-A AT PELICAN PLAZA

8420 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34238 (941) 966-0024 chick-fil-a.com/locations/fl/pelican-plaza

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

GREATER SARASOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1945 Fruitville Rd.

Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 955-8187 sarasotachamber.org

LAKEWOOD RANCH BUSINESS ALLIANCE 8430 Enterprise Circle, Ste. 140 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 757-1664 lwrba.org/

SIESTA KEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 5114 Ocean Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34242 (941) 394-3800 siestakeychamber.com

See our ad page 45

(941) 445-4726 hallmarkbrokers.com

BUSINESS CONSULTING SERVICES

CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE

445 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 480-9200 CrackerBarrel.com

VENICE REGION AACA (941) 240-2428 veniceaaca.com

COFFEE SERVICES-SUPPLIES

CATALYST GROUP ECR

(612) 759-1000 catalystecr.com

CJF CONSULTING “BUSINESS NICHE CONSULTING FOR THE 21ST CENTURY’’

143 Miami Ave. E., Ste. A Venice, FL 34285

(941) 468-9399 www.cjfconsulting.com

DINERMAN LEADERSHIP SOLUTIONS (908) 403-7430 www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/robdinerman

EMERGE CONSULTING SERVICES LLC (919) 427-5964 emergeconsultingservices.com

SPUR PARTNERS LLC

BUSINESS SERVICES

EXCEL TELEMESSAGING

181 Center Rd. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 320-2018

CELL PHONES & ACCESSORIES

AT&T

4100 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 218-7353 www.att.com/mystore/MM032JN9

RUSSELL CELLULAR

1100 N. Tamiami Trail

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 244-9777 russellcellular.com

CEMETERIES

GULF PINES MEMORIAL PARK 2401 Englewood Rd. Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 474-2413 gulfpinesmp.com

CLEANING SERVICES

(941) 556-3150 exceltelemessaging.com

KOWORX MEDIA

1101 S. Tamiami Trail, Ste. 101 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 208-2866 koworx-media.business.site

ZENBUSINESS

5511 Parkcrest Dr., Ste. 103 Austin, TX 78731

(844) 493-6249 zenbusiness.com/florida-llc

CABINET MAKERS

BRENTON GOLD CABINETRY

171 S. Jackson Rd. Venice, FL 34292

NICKOLS KITCHENS & BATH LLC

126 Corporation Way C Venice, FL 34285

CLEAN SLATE CLEANING SERVICES (828) 443-0818 cleanslatevenice.com

CLEARLY SUPERIOR SERVICES, LLC (941) 451-9203 clearlysuperiorservices.com

CLM GULF COAST MAINTENANCE SERVICES (941) 497-3615 clmgulfcoast.com See our ad page 95

COASTAL CLEAN OFFICE CLEANING (941) 451-7337 www.coastalcleanvenice.com

PARTNER

CORPORATE CLEANING OF VENICE, INC. (941) 408-3590 corporatecleaningofvenice.com

(941) 485-0040

(941) 485-7894 ncwfl.com

CAR WASHING/POLISHING/DETAILING

EAGER BEAVER CAR WASH, INC.

1791 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293

(941) 497-6665 eagerbeavercarwash.com

LIGHTNING FAST CAR WASH

19401 Times Circle Venice, FL 34292

(941) 786-3258 lightningfastcarwash.com

TOMMY’S EXPRESS CAR WASH

1758 S. Tamiami Trail

COFFEE TIME SERVICES PO Box 5303 Sarasota, FL 34277-5303 (941) 953-2232 coffeetimeservices.com

COINS-DEALERS

COINS, LOANS & COLLECTABLES 2389 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-6331 classiccreationsjewelers.com

COMPUTER-SERVICE, REPAIR & IT SUPPORT

PARTNER

ALLIANCE IT/RING AUTHORITY

722 Apex Rd., Unit F Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 556-4460 allianceitllc.com See our ad page 41

CBC TECHNOLOGIES (941) 404-3888

Janitorial & Sanitation Services

(941) 497-3615

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 946-8989 tommys-express.com

WATERS CAR WASH

2273 Tamiami Trail S.

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 837-2478 waterscarwash.com

PARTNER

SCYBER IT MANAGED SERVICES

143 Miami Ave E, Suite A Venice, FL 34285

(941) 263-3322 scyber.com See our ad page 45

CONCIERGE

ANTHONY’S HOME WATCH & CONCIERGE SERVICES

19503 S West Villages Parkway, Suite A104 Venice, FL 34293

(941) 615-8474 anthonysconciergeservice.com

NANCY’S CONCIERGE SERVICES (941) 445-0319 nancysconciergeservices.com

WHEN & HOW CONCIERGE SERVICES, LLC (941) 525-2947 whenandhowconcierge.com

CONCRETE-DECORATIVE

WHITE CEMENT SPECIALTIES

202 Seaboard Ave S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-2172 whitecementspecialties.com

CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES

-GENERAL CONTRACTORS

ATLAS BUILDING COMPANY OF FLORIDA, LLC

201 Fletcher Ave., Suite 120 Sarasota, FL 34237

(941) 315-9292 atlasbuilds.com

BEECHWOOD BUILDERS, INC.

779 Commerce Drive, Suite 14 Venice, FL 34292

(941) 484-9053 beechwoodbuilders.com

BISHOP CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.

2150 Tamiami Trail N Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 218-6624 bcsinc.biz

BURKE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC

1235 Sarasota Center Blvd Sarasota, FL 34240

866-88-BURKE www.bcginc.net

EDWARDS DEVELOPMENT INC. (760) 682-5345 www.edwardsdevelopmentinc.com

PARTNER

J2 SOLUTIONS INC.

779 Commerce Drive, Suite 1 Venice, FL 34292

J2SolutionsInc.com

JE CHARLOTTE CONSTRUCTION CORP.

1500 E. Venice Ave., Suite 101 Venice, FL 34292

COASTAL PROPERTY GROUP OF FLORIDA, INC.

120 Triple Diamond Blvd, Suite A N. Venice, FL 34275 (941) 486-1590

D.R. HORTON, INC. - AMERICA’S BUILDER

89 Navigation Circle Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 447-0003 drhorton.com/swfla

RADIANCE ENDODONTICS

730 The Rialto Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8740 radianceendodontics.com

RYAN HOLBROOK DMD PA 200 Capri Isles Blvd. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-3885 venicecomprehensivedentistry.com

(941) 492-3266

See our ad page 45

(941) 445-4045 jecharlotte.com

KRAUTH CONSTRUCTION INC. (941) 809-0473 krauthconstruction.com

MPS DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, LLC

625 N. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285

(941) 441-1441

See our ad Inside Back Cover

ONKEN PLUMBING & CONSTRUCTION GROUP (941) 234-2822 onkenconstructiongroup.com

PATRIOT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES (800) 401-9389 PatriotCS.org

WOLCOTT CONSTRUCTION, LLC (941) 303-9950 wolcottconstruction.com

CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES

-HOME CONTRACTORS/BUILDERS

CAITHNESS CONSTRUCTION LLC

908 Old Venice Road Osprey, FL 34229

(941) 918-2417 caithnessconstuction.com

TROPIC RENOVATIONS (941) 740-3732 tropicrenovations.com

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

PARTNER

See our ad page 35

SALLAPUDI ORTHODONTICS

140 Indian Ave

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-7006 crossbite.com

SOUTH VENICE DENTAL CARE

415 Commercial Ct #B Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-4357 venicesmiles.com

WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION (941) 366-3116 | willissmith.com

Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc. is a privately held construction management firm based in Sarasota, FL providing expert commercial builder services to Southwest Florida since 1972.

5001 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Ste. 100 Sarasota, FL 34240

CONSULTANTS

See our ad page 27

KC ROBERG (407) 488-4476 kcroberg.com

LORI STEPHENS, LLC

40 Sarasota Center Blvd, Suite 101 Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 345-7574 LoriStephensLLC.com

COPIERS/PRINTERS/FACSIMILES

-SALES & SERVICE

COPIERS PLUS OF FLORIDA, INC. 255 Center Court Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-8668 copiersplusinc.com

DEXIMAGING 24031 S Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs, FL 34135 (239) 444-2193 www.deximaging.com

CREDIT CARD PROCESSING

ELECTRONIC DATA PAYMENT SYSTEMS (866) 578-9740 x102 goEDPS.com

HEARTLAND PAYMENT SYSTEMS (941) 375-1120 heartlandpaymentsystems.com

DENTISTS

BLUE HERON DENTAL IMPLANTS & ORAL SURGERY/ CARA OVERBECK, D.D.S. 1040 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285-4418 (941) 488-8788 www.caraoverbeck.com

COMFORTABLE CARE DENTAL 2393 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-6817 comfortablecarevenice.com

DONALD W. LACKEY, D.D.S.

1900 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293-5001 (941) 493-7768

DRS. DAVIS & BEYER 1218 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285-7151 (941) 488-1075 venicedentist.com See our ad page 79

JANOFF & KHATRI PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 333 Miami Ave W Venice, FL 34285-2361 (941) 484-2629 janoffandkhatri.com

TARPON SHORES DENTAL

1314 E Venice Avenue, Suite F

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-7910 tarponshoresdental.com

THE VENICE DENTIST 189 Nassau St. S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2000 thevenicedentist.com

VENICE DENTAL ASSOCIATES 1740 E. Venice Ave. Suite 6

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-6400 venicedentalassociates.com

VENICE PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY

1990 Tamiami Trl South

Venice, FL 34293 ......................................... (941) 497-5591 veniceperiodontics.com See our ad page 76

DISINFECTING/SANITIZING SERVICES

CLM GULF COAST MAINTENANCE SERVICES (941) 497-3615 clmgulfcoast.com See our ad page 95

SECURE SHIELD TECHNOLOGIES

226 Ponce De Leon Avenue

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-2426 secureshieldtechnologies.com

DISTILLERIES

SHARK TOOTH DISTILLERY (703) 380-5541 sharktooth.vodka

DOCK BUILDERS

RAM MARINE SERVICES, INC. 346 Center Court

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-7422 rammarine.com

DRY CLEANERS

VENETIAN CLEANERS 439 Tamiami Trl S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3593 venetiancleaners.com

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY

301 N. Cattlemen Rd., Suite 203

Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 309-1200 edcsarasotacounty.com

EDUCATION-ADULT

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY 300 Nokomis Ave. S.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 861-1352 literacychangeslives.org

ELECTRIC COMPANIES

FPL (FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT) 1177 N. Lime Ave.

Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 917-0708 fpl.com

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

BEST ELECTRIC, INC.

North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 484-8167

PALM ISLAND ELECTRIC INC.

Venice, FL (941) 468-6375

PalmIslandElectric.com

SUNCOAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES, LLC

(941) 952-7002 | suncoastelectricllc.com

Locally owned & operated. With electricians specializing in residential remodels & new construction, our service technicians are ready to deliver great service for all of your electrical needs. Serving Sarasota, Venice, North Port & surrounding areas.

8128 Blaikie Court, Sarasota, FL 34240

PARTNER

SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INC

514 Colonia Lane East

Nokomis, FL 34275

(941) 441-9300

SunshineVenice.com See our ad page 97

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS-COMMERCIAL

NCN ELECTRIC, INC.

261 Blue Juniper Blvd Venice, FL 34292

(941) 488-0005 ncnelectric.com

PARTNER

SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INC

514 Colonia Lane East Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 441-9300

SunshineVenice.com

ENGINEERS-CIVIL

DMK ASSOCIATES, INC.

ENGRAVERS

See our ad page 97

SUNCOAST ENGRAVING & MORE

(941) 485-0310 | sunengrave@ymail.com

Our hometown business has been in Venice for over 40 years. We offer quality engraving on items you bring in or purchased from us, special occasion gifts, business items, bricks and more. Stop in or email, we’ll help you share your unique message. 125 Corporation Way, Unit A, Venice, FL 34285

See our ad page 97

421 Commercial Ct Ste C Venice, FL 34292 (941) 412-1293 dmkassoc.com

KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC. 1777 Main Street Ste 200 Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 379-7600

VENWOOD AWARDS

1845 South Tamiami Trail, Unit A Venice, FL 34293 (941) 473-0708 venwoodawards.com

ENTERTAINMENT

JOE MULLAN ENTERTAINMENT AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (941) 451-4058

EVENT PRODUCTIONS

INDEPENDENT JONES (941) 685-8196 independentjones.com

JEDI COMMUNICATIONS, LLC (941) 529-8814 EXCAVATING CONTRACTORS

SHIPPS EXCAVATING (941) 416-6184 shippsexcavating.com

FARMERS MARKETS

VENICE FARMERS’ MARKET

- MANAGED BY INDEPENDENT JONES

401 W Venice Avenue, at City Hall Venice, FL 34285 (941) 685-8196 thevenicefarmersmarket.org

FINANCIAL SERVICES

BANK-ASSIST OF FLORIDA LLC (941) 278-5478 www.bank-assistflorida.com

CAPSTAN FINANCIAL CONSULTING GROUP

19750 Wellen Park Blvd, Suite 2A Venice, FL 34293 (941) 477-5300 www.capstanfinancial.com

CHELSEA FINANCIAL SERVICES (941) 201-1153 www.keirplanning.com

DKE, INC.

100 West Venice Ave., Ste. G Venice, FL 34285

(941) 485-8220 dkeinc.com

DUDLEY FINANCIAL GROUP (919) 612-5219 www.dudleyfinancialgroup.com

FUSCO FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

1800 2nd Street, Suite 711 Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 552-9913 www.fuscofg.com

GORLICK FINANCIAL STRATEGIES

110 Southampton PL N Venice, FL 34293-4215 (941) 303-6921 gorlickfinancialstrategies.com

GRAHAM CAPITAL ADVISORS

1991 Ringling Blvd Sarasota, FL 34230 (941) 260-4470 grahamcapitaladvisors.com

GREEN FAIRWAYS WEALTH MANAGEMENT

2351 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292 (941) 218-4010 GreenFairwaysWM.com

GULFSIDE WEALTH

333 N Orange Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 223-9466 gulfsidewealth.com

MERCER CAPITAL

300 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34285

(941) 244-1020 mercercapital.com

MODERN WOODMEN OF AMERICA

1101 Tamiami Trail South, Suite 215 H VENICE, FL 34285 (941) 716-0854 reps.modernwoodmen.org/jpollock

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL - JOHNNY CARRUTH, CPA, CFP®, CHFC®, CLU®, CLTC®, RICP® (404) 822-7300 johnnycarruth.com

SMITH & WAGGONER CPAS, PA

115 Tamiami Trail N Suite 7

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 375-4118 swagcpa.com

SUTTON PLACE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC (646) 401-2780 www.suttonplacecapital.com

FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

ALLIANCE FIRE & SAFETY

500 Base Ave E. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5402 alliancefiresafety.com

PARTNER

BABE’S PLUMBING, INC. & FIRE SPRINKLERS

105 Bluegrass Court Nokomis, FL 34275-2406 (941) 488-2402 babesplumbing.com See our ad page 43

FITNESS

B FITNESS & SMOOTHIES

1691 US 41 Bypass South Venice, FL 34293 (941) 800-7251 bfitnessvenice.com

BODYBAR PILATES OSPREY

1258 S Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 (914) 966-6692 bodybarpilates.com/osprey

VENOM FITNESS OSPREY

1098 S Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 (201) 988-8474 Venom-fitness.Com

WE CAN DO IT NOW LLC

1936 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 445-5947 wecandoitnow3.com

WORKOUT ANYTIME

478 US HWY 41 Bypass N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 615-8246 www.workoutanytime.com

FLOOR COVERINGS & INSTALLATION

BRITTON’S FLOORING OPTIONS BY CARPET ONE

1190 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-3336 carpetonevenice.com

PARTNER

MONTGOMERY’S CARPETSPLUS COLORTILE

825 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1810 mcpcolortile.com See our ad page 43

RICHARD’S CARPET WAREHOUSE 105 Corporation Way Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-3900 richardscarpetwarehouse.com See our ad page 41

SHOWPLACE FLOORS

1865 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-6646 showplacefloorsvenice.com

THE PAD PLACE (941) 493-4348 | thepadplace.net

Floors Your Way! We are the “locals” place for all your flooring needs. A Mohawk ColorCenter elite dealer family owned & operated for over 20 years. We carry many top brands from residential to commercial, we can install it all & make it affordable!

500 US 41 Byp. S, Ste. 102, Venice, FL 34285

FLORISTS

GARDEN OF EDEN FLORIST

Villa Venezia Plaza, 1740 E Venice Ave Suite 17 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 493-4834 venicegardensofedenfl.com

VENETIAN FLOWERS

1904 S Tamiami Trl Venice, FL 34293 (941) 312-6688 www.venetianflowers.com

FOOD TRUCKS & MOBILE CAFES

AUNTIE ANNE’S PRETZEL TRUCK SWFL (301) 401-3259

www.auntieannes.com

PARISE’S ESPRESSO, COFFEE & CANNOLI BAR (310) 770-6753 parisecoffee.com

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

FARLEY FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY

265 S Nokomis Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2291 farleyfuneralhome.com

NATIONAL CREMATION SOCIETY 2672 Tamiami Trail, Suite 4B

Port Charlotte, FL 33952 (440) 390-9248 nationalcremation.com

TOALE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME 140 E Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-7737 toalebrothers.com

FURNITURE

AMERICAN FREIGHT FURNITURE, MATTRESS & APPLIANCE 515 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 786-0909 www.americanfreight.com

FOX FURNITURE 2112 Tamiami Tr S

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-3903 foxfurniturevenicefl.com

RATTAN WICKER & CANE, INC.

(941) 484-3313 | rattanwickerandcane.com

With 43 years specializing in fine indoor and outdoor furniture, we offer beautiful, affordable pieces. Renown for service, we start with expert design and end with furniture perfectly placed. Our best ideas flow when striving for exceptional service.

751 US Hwy. 41 Byp. S., Venice, FL 34285-4329

THE LAST STRAW 901 US Highway 41 Byp S Venice, FL 34285-5541 (941) 488-6773

GARAGE DOORS

D & D GARAGE DOORS 1177 Cattlemen Road Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 371-7242 danddgaragedoors.com

GAS-NATURAL

TECO PEOPLES GAS 5901 Enterprise Parkway Ft. Myers, FL 33905 (239) 690-5537 tecoenergy.com

GLASS

HERITAGE GLASS, INC. 1200 Ogden Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-0263 heritageglassinc.com

GOLF CART RENTALS

VENICE BUGGIES, LLC

300 Seaboard Avenue, Unit A Venice, FL 34293 (941) 822-2147 venicebuggies.com

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

AFFORDABLE GOLF CARS OF VENICE INC. 1590 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 451-8872 affordablegolfcars.net

GOLF COURSES & CLUBS-PRIVATE

MISSION VALLEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

1851 Mission Valley Blvd

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-9683 missionvalleycc.com

PLANTATION GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, INC.

500 Rockley Blvd

SARASOTA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

1660 Ringling Blvd Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 861-5000 scgov.net

SARASOTA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE 6010 Cattleridge Blvd Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 861-5800 www.sarasotasheriff.org

OMEGA 3 INNOVATIONS 727 Commerce Dr

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-4400

omega3innovations.com

PINNACLE HEALTH, LLC

333 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 387

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 946-8510 pinnaclehealthllc.org

Venice, FL 34293-4300

See our ad page 41

(941) 497-1494 plantationgcc.com

THE VENICE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB #1, INC.

250 Venice Golf Club Dr Venice, FL 34292-3146 (941) 492-9600 venicegcc.com

GOLF COURSES & CLUBS-SEMI PRIVATE

CALUSA LAKES GOLF CLUB

Golf in Venice, 1995 Calusa Lakes Blvd

Nokomis, FL 34275-5321 (941) 484-8995 golfinvenice.com

CAPRI ISLES GOLF CLUB

Golf in Venice, 849 Capri Isles Blvd Venice, FL 34292-2201 (941) 485-3371 golfinvenice.com

JACARANDA WEST COUNTRY CLUB, INC.

1901 Jacaranda Blvd Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-5010 x232 jacwestcc.com

PELICAN POINTE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 499 Derbyshire Dr Venice, FL 34285

(941) 496-4653 x230 pelicanpointeclub.com

VENETIAN RIVER CLUB

502 Veneto Blvd

SARASOTA COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

4000 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 861-8300 SarasotaTaxCollector.com

STATE REPRESENTATIVE JAMES BUCHANAN - DISTRICT 74 Venice, FL 34285 buchananforflorida.com

U.S. CONGRESSMAN GREG STEUBE

871 Venetia Bay Blvd., #112 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 499-3214 steube.house.gov

U.S. CONGRESSMAN VERN BUCHANAN

111 South Orange Ave Suite 202W Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 951-6643 buchanan.house.gov

GROCERS-RETAIL

PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. 535 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3346 publix.com

GUN SALES / RANGE

S N J SIMPLY FIT

420 Nokomis Avenue S

Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (937) 245-0580 www.snjsimplyfit.com

THE B-12 STORE NOKOMIS

241 S Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 375-8342 theb12storenokomis.com

VENICE ACUPUNCTURE & FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY

2420 N Tamiami Trail, Ste #A

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 218-4664 www.neurological-acupuncture.com

YOUR CBD STORE NOKOMIS

635 N. Tamiami Trail

Nokomis, FL 34275 ...................................... (941) 786-9079 www.getsunmed.com

HEARING AIDS

PARTNER CONTEMPORARY HEARING 242 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 244-9300 contemporaryhearing.com

MEDICAL HEARING SYSTEMS LLC

North Venice, FL 34275

(941) 483-4811 venetiangolfandriverclub.com

WATERFORD GOLF CLUB

Golf in Venice, 1454 Gleneagles Dr Venice, FL 34292-4308

TOTAL IMPACT GUNS AND INDOOR RANGE (941) 866-2217 | totalimpactguns.com

400 S Tamiami Trail Ste 260 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-0950 medicalhearingsystems.com

(941) 484-6621 golfinvenice.com

See our ad page 9

GOLF COURSES & DRIVING RANGES

LAKE VENICE GOLF CLUB

1801 S Harbor Dr Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-3948 lakevenicegolf.com

VENICE EAST GOLF CLUB

107 Venice East Blvd Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-0005 veniceastgolfclub.com

GOURMET SHOPS

EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS OF VENICE

1435 E. Venice Ave., Suite 103 Venice, FL 34292

(941) 488-8880 ediblearrangements.com.

VENICE OLIVE OIL COMPANY

101 West Venice Avenue, #5 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 483-4200 veniceoliveoil.com

VENICE WINE & COFFEE COMPANY

201 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 484-3667 venicewineandcoffeecompany.com

GOVERNMENT

CITY OF NORTH PORT

4970 City Hall Boulevard North Port, FL 34286

(941) 429-7029 www.cityofnorthport.com

CITY OF VENICE

401 Venice Ave W Venice, FL 34285

(941) 486-2626 venicegov.com See our ad page 12

A state of the art indoor shooting range, 14 lanes at 25 yards rifles up to 308 & pistols up to 44 magnum are allowed. We have a full service gunsmith as well as offer training. Military, Leo & first responder discounts available. Ladies shoot free on wednesday.

616 Tamiami Trail N., Nokomis, FL 34275

HANDYMAN

I KNOW A GUY HANDY CONCIERGE SERVICES (941) 237-0588 rentasoninlaw.com

TROPICAL BREEZE HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC (928) 254-1722

HEALTH & WELLNESS

BODY MIND ABUNDANCE (518) 421-8419 www.bodymindabundance.com

COPACETIC HEALTH INSTITUTE

1790 East Venice Avenue, Suite 203 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 212-0337 www.livecopacetic.com

DESROSIERS INTERNATIONAL ESSENTIAL OILS

127 Tampa Ave E, Ste 8 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 769-1459 desrosiersinternational.com

EMPATHEA - HEALTH, RELAXATION, AND BEAUTY MEDSPA

1101 Tamiami Trail South, Suite 215A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 867-0867 www.empathea.com See our ad page 79

ESSENTIAL WELLNESS WITH SUSAN (773) 805-6996 susanviteri.com

HEART SPACE CENTER

1978 S Tamiami Trail, #7 2nd Floor (Federal Square) Venice, FL 34293 (941) 275-9890

www.heatherdempsey.com

RICHARD R. NAMIKAS, M.S., CCC-A, INC. 183 Center Rd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 496-9277 AudiologyofVenice.com

HOME BUILDERS

MATTAMY HOMES 4107 Crescent Park Dr Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 381-3838 mattamyhomes.com

See our ad page 54

NEAL COMMUNITIES 5800 Lakewood Ranch Blvd North Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 (941) 328-1029 nealcommunities.com

NEAL SIGNATURE HOMES 8131 Lakewood Main St, Suite 210 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 242-7981 nealsignaturehomes.com

NEW HOME STAR 1509 Sunset Preserve Port Charlotte, FL 33953 (317) 503-3413 www.newhomestar.com

HOME CARE SERVICES NON-MEDICAL

A BETTER SOLUTION OF VENICE 1515 S Tamiami Trl, Suite 7 Venice, FL 34239 (941) 800-4015 abs.care

FIRST LIGHT HOME CARE OF SARASOTA/CHARLOTTE

871 Venetia Bay Blvd., Suite 110 Venice, FL 34285 (239) 425-5110 firstlighthomecare.com

HELPING HANDS OF VENICE (941) 223-3639

PARTNER HOME INSTEAD

141 Pond Cypress Rd Suite A Venice, FL 34292

(941) 375-8400 homeinstead.com/729 See our ad page 78

SYNERGY HOMECARE OF VENICE

812 Pinebrook Rd.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS/REMODELING

EDWARD ROSS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. 125 Corporation Way, Suite B Venice, FL 34285 (941) 408-8500 edwardrossconstruction.com

GRANITE EMPIRE

BOB’S TWIST-N-SHAKE, INC 420 US Hwy 41 Byp N

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5152

CIAO GELATO 317A W Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 445-5840

(941) 483-9111 synergyhomecare.com

Venice, FL 34285

1836 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 220-0474 gevenice.com

RHODUS REMODELING & CONSTRUCTION, INC. (941) 486-1153 RhodusRemodeling.com

HOME INSPECTIONS

VENICE AVENUE CREAMERY 249 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-0332

See our ad page 71

VISITING ANGELS OF SARASOTA

(941) 952-5800 | visitingangels.com/sarasota

Visiting Angels is a private duty in home caregiver service. We provide transportation, errands, hands on care so seniors can stay in their home. We have a ONE HOUR minimum to 24/7 care.

5957 Cattleman Lane, Sarasota, FL 34232

HOME CARE SERVICES-MEDICAL

A LITTLE HELP NURSE REGISTRY

375 Commercial Court Unit C Venice, FL 34292

(941) 485-0301 alittlehelpnurseregistry.com

ALTERNATIVE HOMEMAKING

WITH A HEART OF SW FLORIDA, LLC

1901 Tamiami Trail S, Ste A Venice, FL 34293

(941) 488-2248 althomemakingwithaheart.com

BRIGHTSTAR CARE VENICE

425 Commercial Ct Unit F Venice, FL 34292

(941) 412-4070 brightstarcare.com/venice

HOME DECOR / INTERIOR DESIGN

BEACH VILLAGE INTERIORS

127 E Tampa Avenue, Unit 5 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 218-6396 beachvillageinteriors.com

PIER 22 HOME FURNISHINGS

201 Nokomis Ave S, Ste #201 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 480-0452 www.pier22homedecor.com

PRETTY PLACES IN PARADISE .......................(941) 218-3257 prettyplacesinparadise.com

STAGING, REAL ESTATE & MORE, LLC (561) 704-8644 www.SremFlorida.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT

ACE @ WEST VILLAGES MARKETPLACE

12236 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293

(941) 220-7424 acehardware.com

ACE HARDWARE - JACARANDA

337 Jacaranda Blvd Venice, FL 34292

(941) 220-7424 www.acehardware.com

LOWE’S OF VENICE, FL #1683

1745 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 525-1000 lowes.com

THE HOME DEPOT 2450 Jacaranda Blvd. Venice, FL 34293

(941) 408-9400 homedepot.com

VENICE LIGHTING COMPANY 909 S Tamiami Trl Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 484-4205 venicelightingcompany.com

SRQ INSPECTIONS, LLC (941) 232-0393 SRQInspections.com

SWF HOME INSPECTIONS

1930 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-4334 x1 swfhomeinspections.com

TAILORED INSPECTIONS (941) 549-2962 TailoredInspection.com

HOME ORGANIZATION

SIMPLY ORGANIZE NOW LLC (262) 353-0077 Facebook.com/SimplyOrganizerNow

HOME WATCHERS

GMAN HOME WATCH SARASOTA (941) 914-9104 gmanhomewatchsarasota.com

JAMES KILDUFF (RETIRED POLICE CHIEF) HOME WATCH SERVICE (941) 456-8047

SARASOTA’S FINEST HOME WATCH (941) 504-1385 | www.SFHW1.com

Providing a watchful eye over your home to give you peace-of-mind while you’re away. Priced to fit your budget, offering concierge add-on’s for stress-free living! So, who’s watching your home?

Proudly Serving Venice, Nokomis and Osprey Areas

WHEN & HOW CONCIERGE SERVICES, LLC (941) 525-2947 whenandhowconcierge.com

HOSPITALS

PARTNER

HCA FLORIDA ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL

700 Medical Blvd Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 475-6571 www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/englewood-hospital

PARTNER

HCA FLORIDA SARASOTA DOCTORS HOSPITAL 5731 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34233 (941) 342-1100 www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/sarasota-doctorshospital

PARTNER

SARASOTA MEMORIAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

2600 Laurel Road East North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 261-9000 smh.com See our ad page 73

HURRICANE PROTECTION

JANSEN SHUTTERS & SPECIALTIES 115 Morse Court North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 484-4700 jansenshutters.com See our ad page 27

ICE CREAM/FROZEN TREATS

ANTHONY’S NY ITALIAN ICES

1880 S Tamiami Trail, Unit 2409 Venice, FL 34292 (347) 231-0271

INSURANCE

AAA INSURANCE - VENICE BRANCH 2100 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-2100 aaa.com/venice

AMERILIFE OF SARASOTA COUNTY 3479 Precision Drive, Ste 116 N Venice, FL 34275 (941) 484-4064

APEX INSURANCE GROUP LLC 230 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 1 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 221-9368 coveredbyapex.com

ATLAS INSURANCE AGENCY 7120 Beneva Road Sarasota, FL 34238 (757) 288-1136 atlasinsuranceagency.com

CARMAN STRATEGIC PLANNING (941) 889-9094

CASTLEROCK BENEFITS / COLONIAL LIFE - ANNIE AHLERS

110930 E SR 70 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 809-4333 castlerockbenefits.com

CIA CARTER INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 303 Tamiami Trail S Unit G Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 484-4341 CIASRQ.com

FISHER FAMILY INSURANCE LLC

19503 S West Villages Pkwy Unit 9 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 485-2447 allstate.com/john.fisher

FREEDOM HEALTH 12145 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293 (941) 708-0850 www.freedomhealth.com

GIFFORD-HEIDEN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 111 Venice Ave E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-0681 giffordheidenins.com

PARTNER

HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE USA (888) 865-9086 healthinsurancemarketplaceusa.com See our ad page 74

HUNTER STEVENS STATE FARM AGENCY 828 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34285 (941) 800-4467 stevenssf.com

JEAN L. WILLIAMS INSURANCE, INC. (941) 493-1645

JOYNER FAMILY INSURANCE 1500 E Venice Ave, Ste 206 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 412-4307 JoynerInsurance.com

KARLA BLAKE, MEDICARE SPECIALIST (954) 612-1754 karlablakemedicarespecialist.com

KEY AGENCY, INC. 1201 McCall Rd S Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 474-9511 keyagency.net

KEY AGENCY, INC.

19503 S. West Villages Parkway, Suite A-7 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 474-9511 keyagency.net

LOCASTRO INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.

100 W Venice Ave West Suite K Venice, FL 34285 (941) 483-3999 LoCastroInsurance.com

NICHOLE LUNN STATE FARM AGENT

4105 S Tamiami Trail, Bay 1 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 861-8994 nicholelunn.com

PATRICE WESTON STATE FARM INSURANCE

237 Tamiami Trail S Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 244-4104 patriceweston.com

RAMEY INSURANCE AGENCY

4120 Woodmere Park Blvd Ste 6 Venice, FL 34293 ......................................... (941) 497-2468 rameyinc.com

ROBERTS INSURANCE GROUP

211 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-1300 robertsinsurancegroup.com

RUGGERI INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

674 S Tamiami Trail #4 Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 966-5900 ruggeriinsurance.com

SCHILLINGER INSURANCE CENTER OF VENICE, INC.

555 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 484-1288 insurancecenter.us

STANLEY DEAN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

400 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 160 Venice, FL 34285

(941) 786-4085 stanleydean.com

STATE FARM INSURANCE

2269 Tamiami Tr S Venice, FL 34293-5067

(941) 497-4422 garygilchrist.org

THE SHORE AGENCY

(941) 488-7990 | shoreagencyinsurance.com

We’re Shore To Have You Covered! Commercial and Personal Lines Insurance Specialist With years of experience and multiple carriers we are able to offer our clients customized coverage at the best rates for their business.

230 Tamiami Trail S, Ste. 3C, Venice, FL 34285

INVESTMENT & TRUST SERVICE

PARTNER

CALDWELL TRUST COMPANY

1400 Center Road Venice, FL 34292

(941) 493-3600 ctrust.com

INVESTMENTS

EDWARD JONES - BONNIE GAUDREAU

4130 Woodmere Park Blvd, Suite 11 Venice, FL 34293

(941) 497-5947 edwardjones.com/bonnie-gaudreau

EDWARD JONES - CASSIE COLLINS, AAMS®

1740 E Venice Ave Ste 4 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 412-1014 edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/cassie-collins

EDWARD JONES - JAMES CRITES

1100 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-6556 www.edwardjones.com

FOURTHOUGHT PRIVATE WEALTH

310 West Venice Ave, Suite 201 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 408-8557 fourthought.com

PARTNER

MERRILL LYNCH

871 Venetia Bay Blvd Ste. 100 Venice, FL 34285-8048 (941) 486-3907 local.ml.com/venice_fl See our ad page 87

MORGAN STANLEY

333 Tamiami Trl S #199 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-2219

WAYPOINT ADVISORS

HILL’S KITCHEN & BATH CREATIONS

249 Grove Street South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-1549 hillandhillplumbing.com

KITCHEN & BATH ON THE ISLE 113 Milan Ave E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2284 kbontheisle.com

ON A MISSION REMODELING

See our ad page 86

415 Commercial Court, Suite D Venice, FL 34292 (941) 412-0258 waypointadvisor.com

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS

1699 US Hwy 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-8797 home.wellsfargoadvisors.com/001_A31A

IRRIGATION & EQUIPMENT

COAST PUMP AND SUPPLY CO., INC. 210 Center Ct Venice, FL 34285-2613 (941) 484-3738 coastpumpwatertechnologies.com GO GREEN SERVICES LLC (941) 237-0187 gogreensvcs.com

JANITORIAL CLEANING PRODUCTS

MAINTENANCE TOO PAPER CO., INC. 629 17th Ave W Bradenton, FL 34205 (888) 647-2737 maintenancetoopaper.com

JEWELERS-RETAIL

PARTNER CLASSIC CREATIONS IN DIAMONDS & GOLD, INC.

35 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS ARTISTREE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & DESIGN 160 Pond Cypress Rd., Ste B Venice, FL 34292 (941) 488-8897 artistree.com

PARTNER HAZELTINE NURSERIES, INC. 2401 N River Rd Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 485-1272 hazeltinenurseries.com

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

MRT LAWN AND GARDEN CENTER 5175 Englewood Rd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-1293 mrtlawnandgarden.com

LAWN & LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE GERZENY LANDSCAPE SERVICES LLC (941) 525-8783

See our ad page 17

2389 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-6331 classiccreationsjewelers.com

HEITEL JEWELERS

347 West Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2720

See our ad page 27

PARTNER

NAU-T-GIRL JEWELRY

2389 Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 525-4459 nau-t-girl.com

REFLECTIONS IN GOLD

1975 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-1911 reflectionsingold.com

KAYAKS-RENTALS, SALES

A SILENT SPORTS OUTFITTER 2301 Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 966-5477 silentsportsoutfitters.com

KITCHEN & BATH

CHRISTIE’S KITCHEN & BATH

239 South Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 375-8611 christieskitchens.net

COASTAL GRANITE COUNTERTOPS

160 James St. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 375-8284

ULTIMATE LAWN CARE (941) 484-9133 facebook.com

PO Box 1643 Nokomis, FL 34274-1643

LEGAL SERVICES

GULFCOAST LEGAL SERVICES, INC 4242 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 746-6151 x129 www.gulfcoastlegal.org

ZOLLINGER MEDIATION 3580 S Tuttle Ave

Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 366-0202 zollingermediation.com

LIBRARIES

FRANCES T. BOURNE JACARANDA

PUBLIC LIBRARY (941) 861-1260

WILLIAM H. JERVEY JR. VENICE PUBLIC LIBRARY 300 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 861-1330

LIQUOR STORES

VENICE FINE WINE & SPIRITS 421 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-5989 venicewineandspirits.com See our ad page 68

LOCKS & LOCKSMITHS

VENICE SAFE & LOCK LOCKSMITH

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3101 MySafeandLocksmith.com

LUMBER-RETAIL

KIMAL LUMBER

400 Riverview Dr, S Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 484-9721 kimallumber.com

MANUFACTURED HOMES

BAY INDIES

950 Ridgewood Ave. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5441 mymhcommunity.com

FLORIDA PINES MOBILE HOME COURT

150 Satulah Circle Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-0019 goodsam.com/campgrounds-rv-parks

HARBOR LIGHTS COOPERATIVE, INC.

617 Tamiami Trl N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-4224 veniceharborlights.com

JAPANESE GARDENS MOBILE HOME PARK ESTATES

6181 Teahouse Road Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-0033 myjapanesegardens.com

MANUFACTURER’S CONSULTANT

WEBER MANUFACTURING, INC.

3430 Technology Drive

N. Venice (Nokomis), FL 34275.................... (941) 488-5185 webermfg.com

MANUFACTURERS

DMSI INTERNATIONAL

105 Triple Diamond Blvd, Suite 101 Venice, FL 34275

(941) 244-0935 www.dmsimfg.com

DYNAMIS EPOXY SYSTEMS

415 East Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-3999 dcdynamis.com

PARTNER

PGT INNOVATIONS

1070 Technology Dr North Venice, FL 34275

CLIPPER MAGAZINE / LOCAL FLAVOR.COM (941) 799-9301 LocalFlavor.com

HANDCRAFTED MARKETING SOLUTIONS, LLC

530 US Highway 41 BYP S, STE B19 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 999-0105 handcraftedmarketing.org

JILL ZAMBON CONSULTING (802) 222-7805 www.jillzambon.com

KNIGHT STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

133 Harbor Drive South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 777-8825 knight-sc.com

SEASIDE MEDIA WORKS (941) 315-2347 seasidemediaworks.com

SHUTTER REACH & GROW

230 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 1 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 253-0100 shutterrg.com

SPECTRUM REACH

700 Carillon Pkwy Suite 3 St. Petersburg, FL 33716 (727) 214-3099

SUNCOAST WELCOMING COMMITTEE (847) 363-7307 www.suncoastwelcomingcommittee.com

THE SALT NET - MARKETING & CONSULTING (941) 732-1424 thesaltnet.com

MARTIAL ARTS

REVOLUTIONARY MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS

2141 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 525-3389 RevolutionaryMartialArtsFitness.com

MASSAGE-LICENSED THERAPISTS

RELAX MASSAGE

1055 Tampa Rd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 234-7051 2kssalon.com

MATTRESSES-DEALERS

LAND OF SLEEP, INC. 1285 US Highway 41 Byp S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-2688 landofsleep.com

MEDIA RESEARCH

NIELSEN

MOBILE HOME DEALERS

FLORIDA PINES MOBILE HOME COURT

150 Satulah Circle Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-0019 goodsam.com/campgrounds-rv-parks

MOLD REMEDIATION

GULF COAST CARPET CLEANING & DISASTER SERVICE, LLC

162 Progress Circle Venice, FL 34285-3536 (941) 488-0000 GCCCFL.com

MYCO-TEK RESTORATION INC. 325 Laurel Rd. East Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 486-9595 myco-tek.net

PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION 6292 Tower Lane, Unit 4 Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 359-0751 sarasota.pauldavis.com

SERVPRO OF VENICE & PORT CHARLOTTE 233 Center Ct. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-7777 servprovenice.com

MORTGAGES

AGAPE MORTGAGE GROUP (941) 559-8009 www.veniceflmortgage.com

CROSS COUNTRY MORTGAGE 3153 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 (941) 587-1517 theportalteam.com

GULFSIDE MORTGAGE SERVICES

1212 E Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-4222 GulfsideMortgageServices.com

MOVEMENT MORTGAGE

12457 S Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287 (207) 415-4466 www.movement.com/gary.jones

STANLEY DEAN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 400 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 160 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 786-4085 stanleydean.com

MOTOR HOME MANUFACTURERS

(941) 480-1600 pgtindustries.com

SOUTHWEST HYDRAULICS INC

177 S Jackson Rd Venice, FL 34292

See our ad page 23

(941) 786-8530 southwesthyd.com

TERVIS HEADQUARTERS

201 Triple Diamond Blvd. North Venice, FL 34275

(866) 886-2537 tervis.com

THERM-O-TYPE CORPORATION

509 Church Street

6000 Cattleridge Dr., Suite 202 Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 379-6500 Nielsen.com

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

SOMATICS, LLC

720 Commerce Drive, Suite 101 Venice, FL 34292 (847) 234-6761 thymatron.com

MEDICAL SPECIALTY ORGANIZATION

AMA HEALTH (313) 319-0345

MENTAL HEALTH CENTERS

HERRERA PSYCHOLOGY

COACH HOUSE, INC. 3480 Technology Dr Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 485-0984 coachhouserv.com

MOVING & STORAGE AN ORGANIZED MOVE (941) 223-0387 anorganizedmove.com

COLLEGE HUNKS HAULING JUNK & MOVING 1860 University Pkwy Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 312-4383 CollegeHunks.com

(941) 488-0123 thermotype.com

Nokomis, FL 34275

MAPS

2143 Tamiami Trail South #43 Osprey, FL 34229 (813) 395-9049 herrerapsychology.com See our ad page 79

KEARNEY MOVING & STORAGE, INC. 641 Tamiami Trl N Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 485-3383 florida-mover.com

(941) 924-8998 houseofmaps.com

HOUSE OF MAPS

MARKETING, ADVERTISING & CONSULTING

ABC 7 - WWSB

1477 Tenth Street Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 552-0777 mysuncoast.com

NAMI SARASOTA AND MANATEE COUNTIES, INC

2911 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 356-1205 namisarasotamanatee.org

SARASOTA FAMILY COUNSELING, LLC

5500 Bee Ridge Rd, Suite 105 Sarasota, FL 34233 (941) 250-2412 sarasotafamilycounseling.com

MASTER MOVERS LLC 250 Center Court Venice, FL 34285 (941) 451-9904 www.moverswithmanners.com

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS -DEALER, SERVICE, REPAIR

FLORIDA VIOLINS 325 W Venice Avenue, Suite D Venice, FL 34285 (941) 227-6784 FloridaViolins.com

ALLEN MEDIA & ASSOCIATES

(941) 237-0408 allenmedia.net

NEWSPAPERS

HERALD-TRIBUNE MEDIA GROUP

1700 Main Street, 4th Floor Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 361-4000 heraldtribune.com

PARTNER

VENICE GONDOLIER SUN

200 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

FAMILY PROMISE OF SOUTH SARASOTA

850 Cockrill Street

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-9881 familypromisessc.org

FLORIDA SBDC AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA MUMA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

The Greater Sarasota Chamber, 1945 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34236 (813) 396-9711 sbdctampabay.com

ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL 2001 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-4999 islandvillage.org See our ad page 81

ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB OF VENICE, INC.

1375 Ringling Drive Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-1492 italianamericanclubofvenice.com

(941) 207-1000 venicegondolier.com

FOREVER FREE

See our ad page 45

NON-PROFIT-ORGANIZATIONS/CLUBS

2B KIND THRIFT STORE (269) 908-9311

www.2bkind.org

2049 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293

AGAPE FLIGHTS, INC.

100 Airport Avenue E Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-0990 agapeflights.com

ALL FAITHS FOOD BANK

8171 Blaikie Ct Sarasota, FL 34240

(941) 379-6333 allfaithsfoodbank.org

ARTS AND CULTURAL ALLIANCE OF SARASOTA COUNTY, INC.

(941) 365-5118

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE SUN COAST, INC.

1000 South Tamiami Trail Suite C Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-4009 bbbssun.org

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SARASOTA AND DESOTO COUNTIES

920 Gulfcoast Blvd Venice, FL 34285

(941) 485-7050 bgcsdc.org

826 S Moon Drive Venice, FL 34292 (941) 661-8921 thehollow4kids.com

FRIENDS OF OSCAR SCHERER PARK

1843 S Tamiami Trail

Osprey, FL 34229 (509) 432-4031 friendsofoscarscherer.com

FRIENDS OF THE JACARANDA LIBRARY

4143 Woodmere Park Blvd

Venice, FL 34293 (763) 242-4823 friendsofjacarandalibrary.org

FRIENDS OF THE VENICE

PUBLIC LIBRARY, INC. (941) 484-1983 VeniceFriends.org

GULF COAST BUILDERS EXCHANGE, INC. (941) 907-7745 gcbx.org

PARTNER

GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC. 601 Tamiami Trl S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-4600 gulfcoastcf.org See our ad page 103

GULFCOAST SOUTH AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER 2201 Cantu Court Suite #220 Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 361-6602 gsahec.org

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY, INC. 280 Alligator Drive Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-6606 habitatsouthsarasota.org

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF THE SUNCOAST, INC.

2167 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 366-2224 jfcs-cares.org

KIWANIS CLUB OF VENICE (941) 485-8220

LAUREL CIVIC AGENCY, INC. (941) 483-3338 laurelcivic.org

LIGHTHOUSE VISION LOSS

EDUCATION CENTER (941) 359-1404 lighthouseeducationcenter.org

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY 300 Nokomis Ave. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 861-1352 literacychangeslives.org

LOVELAND CENTER, INC.

157 S Havana Rd Venice, FL 34292 (941) 493-0016 lovelandcenter.org

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS 337 N. Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 966-5214 historicspanishpoint.org See our ad page 57

ONEBLOOD 4155 South Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 882-5523 oneblood.org

OUR MOTHER’S HOUSE/ CATHOLIC CHARITIES (941) 485-6264 catholiccharitiesdov.org/charities/our-mothers-house

PREGNANCY SOLUTIONS, INC. (941) 408-7100 pregnancysolutions.org

RESTORE GLOBAL, INC.

CAREERSOURCE SUNCOAST

(941) 358-4080 careersourcesuncoast.com

CENTERPLACE HEALTH

2350 Scenic Drive Venice, FL 34293

CHILD PROTECTION CENTER, INC.

720 S Orange Ave Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 276-0982

(941) 365-1277 CPCsarasota.org

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY, INC.

2635 Fruitville Rd Sarasota, FL 34237

(941) 955-3000 cfsarasota.org

CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF THE GULF COAST (941) 918-2100 conservationfoundation.com

DOLLARS FOR MAMMOGRAMS, INC. (941) 474-9154 dollarsformammograms.org

EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SARASOTA COUNTY (941) 954-4830 earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.org

EASTERSEALS AT INSTRIDE THERAPY

1629 Ranch Road

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 355-7637 easterseals-swfl.org

IMPACT100 SRQ PO Box 49887 Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 330-4734 Impact100SRQ.org

INNOVATIVE NETWORKING - VENICE CHAPTER 500 Rockley Blvd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 584-9627 innovativenetworkingfl.com

INSTRIDE THERAPY, INC. (941) 412-9333 instridetherapy.org

3115 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Suite 108 Bradenton, FL 34211 (941) 303-5877 www.restoreglobal.org

ROTARY FUTURES COLLEGE RESOURCE CENTER (941) 480-3178 rotaryfutures.org

SCORE ASSOCIATION, MANASOTA CHAPTER 116

2801 Fruitville Rd Suite 280 Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 955-1029 manasota.score.org

SCORE ASSOCIATION, PORT CHARLOTTE CHAPTER

1777 Tamiami Trail, Suite 411

Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (941) 743-6179 portcharlotte.score.org

SCORE ASSOCIATION, SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CHAPTER

2201 Second St, Suite 500 Fort Myers, FL 33901 (239) 533-3102 southwestflorida.score.org

SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CENTERS, INC.

2350 Scenic Dr Venice, FL 34293 (941) 955-2122 friendshipcenters.org

SERTOMA CLUB OF VENICE Venice, FL (941) 232-1905 venicesertoma.com

SOUTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY, INC.

121 Warfield Ave Venice, Fl 34285-5549 (941) 408-2911 southcountyfoodpantry.com

SOUTH COUNTY TIGER BAY (941) 315-8050 sctigerbay.com

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA HONOR FLIGHT PO Box 495065

Port Charlotte, FL 33949 (563) 723-1503 www.swflhonorflight.org

SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA

1915 Don Wickham Drive Clermont, FL 34711 (352) 243-9536 specialolympicsflorida.org

ST. FRANCIS ANIMAL RESCUE OF VENICE, INC

1925 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-6200 sfarvenice.org See our ad page 104

START OF SC (941) 445-4796 startofsc.org

SUNCOAST BLOOD CENTERS

539 US Hwy 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 954-1600 www.suncoastblood.org

SUNCOAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC. 3281 17th Street Sarasota, FL 34235 (941) 351-9545 scil4u.org

SUNCOAST FOUNDATION FOR HANDICAPPED CHILDREN INC (941) 809-5232 suncoastfoundation.com

SUNCOAST HUMANE SOCIETY

6781 San Casa Dr Englewood, FL 34224 (941) 474-7884 humane.org

SUNCOAST NATURISTS, INC. (224) 401-3456 suncoastnaturists.org

THE HAVEN 4405 Desoto Road Sarasota, FL 34235 (941) 355-8808 thehavensrq.org

THE HERMITAGE ARTIST RETREAT 6660 Manasota Key Rd. Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 475-2098 HermitageArtistRetreat.org See our ad page 61

THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF SARASOTA - MANATEE 580 McIntosh Road

Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 371-4546 jfedsrq.org

THE LONG WALK HOME (305) 399-5354 thelongwalkhome.org

THE PLANTATION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC. (941) 497-4826 plantationcommunity foundation.org

THE SALVATION ARMY 1051 Albee Farm Rd Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-6227

THE TWIG CARES, INC. 826 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34285 (941) 220-7958 TheTwigCares.com

THE VENICE CHORALE, INC. (941) 220-5126 thevenicechorale.org See our ad page 104

THE VENICE SYMPHONY 700 US Hwy 41 Bypass N, Suite 4 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 207-8822 thevenicesymphony.org See our ad page 60

THE WAREHOUSE OF VENICE, INC. PO Box 844 Venice, FL 34284 (941) 497-7117 VeniceWareHouse.org

TIDEWELL FOUNDATION 3550 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 552-7546 tidewellfoundation.org See our ad page 77

TIDEWELL HOSPICE 6310 Capital Drive

Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 441-2000 tidewell.org

TOGETHER WE CAN 809 Wood Sorrel Road Venice, FL 34293 (941) 223-1771 togetherwecan.life

TREASURES THRIFT SHOP BENEFITING TIDEWELL 523 US Hwy 41 Bypass

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 882-4467 tidewell.org

UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY 4242 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 484-4811 uwssc.org

VASI veniceaviationsociety.com

VENICE AREA BEAUTIFICATION INC. 257 Tamiami Trl N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 207-8224 vabi.org

VENICE AREA GARDEN CLUB (978) 290-7887 venicegardenclub.com

VENICE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 303 E. Venice Ave.

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 412-0151 veniceareahistoricalsociety.org

VENICE AREA MOBILE MEALS, INC (941) 488-3750 veniceareamobilemeals.com

VENICE AREA ORCHID SOCIETY vaos.org

VENICE CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE, INC. (305) 497-5405 venicechristmasboatparade.com

VENICE GARDENS CIVIC ASSOCIATION 406 Shamrock Blvd.

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-5743 venicegardenscivicassociation.org

VENICE GONDOLIERS

BARBERSHOP CHORUS (941) 953-3752 venicegondoliers.com

STAPLES 4291 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-2269 staples.com

PAYMENT SYSTEMS OF FLORIDA

115 N Tamiami Tr., Ste. #6 Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 545-2176 paysysfl.com

(941) 237-0478 VeniceHeritage.org

VENICE HERITAGE INC.

VENICE HOUSING AUTHORITY

201 Grove St N Venice, FL 34285

VENICE LIONS CLUB, INC.

1289 Jacaranda Blvd Venice, FL 34292

(941) 488-3526

(941) 837-2789 venicelionsclub.com

VENICE MAINSTREET, INC.

101 W Venice Ave Ste 23

OPTICIANS

OASIS EYE CARE, OPTICAL & MED SPA 1868 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 ......................................... (941) 493-9393 veniceeyedoctors.com

THE EYE ASSOCIATES 1550 East Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292 (941) 493-3763 theeyeassociates.com

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

PARTNER PAYROLL VAULT 130 Shamrock Blvd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 786-0727 payrollvault.com/156

PINKERTON PAYROLL & INSURANCE 4240 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-7737 pinkertonpi.com

PEST CONTROL

Venice, FL 34285

VENICE PRIDE INC

4107 S Tamiami Trl, PMB 130

See our ad page 39

(941) 484-6722 visitvenicefl.org

SOUTH VENICE, FL 34293 (941) 271-0818 veniceflpride.com

VENICE SUNCOAST ROTARY CLUB (941) 223-6922 venicesuncoastrotary.org

VENICE YOUTH BOATING ASSOCIATION, INC.

1330 Tarpon Center Drive Venice, FL 34285 (941) 468-1719 veniceyouthboating.com

VENICE-NOKOMIS ROTARY CLUB.................. (941) 218-0830

VENICE-NOKOMIS WOMAN’S CLUB INC......... (941) 220-7587 PO Box 416 Venice, FL 34284-0416 (941) 220-7587 venice-nokomiswomansclub.org

VFW POST 8118 (941) 484-8118

WILDLIFE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA 925 N. Jackson Road Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 484-9657 wildlifeswfl.org

WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER 530 US Hwy 41 Bypass S., Suite 5A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9724 mywrc.org

WOMEN’S SERTOMA CLUB OF VENICE, INC. (941) 497-1080 womenssertoma.com

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

701 Center Road

ALL SURFACE PAINTING COMPANY 809 Faith Avenue Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 882-4156 allsurfacepaintingco.com

BAYSHORE PAINTING CONTRACTORS, INC. (941) 497-2494 bayshorepainting.net

BURNETT PAINTING (941) 423-5249 burnettpainting.com

ERIC’S PAINTING & DECORATING, INC.

236 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-0558 ericspainting.net

KRANENBURG PAINTING, INC. (941) 525-6679 KranenburgPainting.com

PARTY & TRADE SHOW RENTALS

TENTS & EVENTS INC. (941) 724-4936 tentsandeventsfl.com

U. S. TENT RENTAL, INC. 7600 Matoaka Rd Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 727-3311 ustentrental.com

PAVER DESIGN, INSTALLATION & SEALING

PAVER MAC (941) 497-4012 | pavermac.com

Paver Mac - Your Hardscape Specialists Custom Paver Design and Expert Installation Quality Workmanship and Unsurpassed Customer Support 885 US 41 Bypass S., Venice, FL 34285

GARDENMASTERS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. 341 Seaboard Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-4444 GardenmastersFL.com

GOOD NEWS PEST SOLUTIONS 1080 Enterprise Court Suite A North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 412-9610 goodnewspest.com

GOT BUGS PEST & TERMITE CONTROL, LLC (941) 786-8658 gotbugsflorida.com

GRIM REAPER PEST SOLUTIONS, LLC (941) 451-2050 GrimReaperPest.com See our ad page 43

HUGHES EXTERMINATORS 7690 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 923-4544 Hughes-Exterminators.com

ORKIN PEST CONTROL 4133 N Washington Blvd Sarasota, FL 34234 (941) 355-7791 orkin.com

PURCOR PEST SOLUTIONS FORMERLY HOSKINS PEST CONTROL 119 Corporation Way, Unit A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 525-8828 www.purcorpest.com

TRULY NOLEN OF AMERICA INC. 2155 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34293 (941) 220-7719 trulynolen.com

(941) 492-9622 ymcaswfl.org

Venice, FL 34285

NUTRITION

PARTNER

SMOOTHIE KING

1554 US Highway 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34293

(941) 492-3225 smoothieking.com See our ad page 70

OFFICE SPACE LEASING

GULF COAST EXECUTIVE BUSINESS CENTER LLC

871 Venetia Bay Blvd Ste 200 Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 483-3838 gulfcoastexecutivebiz.com

NAPOLITANO REALTY HOLDINGS LLC

333 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (718) 837-2606

OFFICE SUPPLIES-RETAIL

OFFICE DEPOT STORE #2264

1564 US Highway 41 Byp S Venice, FL 34285-1033 (941) 497-2448 officedepot.com

PAVING CONTRACTORS

ADVANCED ASPHALT OF S.W. FL, INC. 1406 Ringling Dr. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-5717

AJAX PAVING INDUSTRIES OF FLORIDA, LLC

One Ajax Drive North Venice, FL 34275-3624 (941) 486-3600 ajaxpaving.com

GATOR GRADING & PAVING, LLC 2704 105th Street East Palmetto, FL 34221 (941) 751-3900 gatorgap.com

PAYROLL SERVICE

DOMINION PAYROLL 500 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 960 Tampa, FL 34223 (412) 779-0083 dominionpayroll.com

NAVRAE

2210 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 5 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 867-1952 navrae.com?utm_source=VeniceFLChamber&utm_ campaign=ChamberOfCommerce

VENICE PEST CONTROL, INC 114 Corporation Way Venice, FL 34285 (941) 493-3030 venicepestcontrol.com

PET CARE, SITTING, SUPPLIES

CATSERCISE (978) 866-8801 catsercise.com

PET GROOMING

HAPPY PUPPY PET SPA 728 Shamrock Blvd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-3083 www.happypuppypetspa.net

PHARMACIES

VENICE APOTHECARY 560 The Rialto Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-8205 veniceapothecary.net

PHOTOGRAPHERS

EYES IN THE SKY (941) 499-7236 www.eyesinthesky.us

MANASOTA360 REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY & VIRTUAL TOURS (941) 500-4702 manasota360.com

PRION PHOTOGRAPHY

1661 Bal Harbour Dr Venice, FL 34293 (941) 525-0301 prion-photography.com

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

AGILITY PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS

834 Pinebrook Road

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8107 improvemyagility.com

TOTAL THERAPY FLORIDA (OSPREY)

1076 S Tamiami Trail

GENESISCARE (FORMERLY 21ST CENTURY ONCOLOGY)

901 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 485-8455

GUARDIAN HEALTH3

300 Tamiami Trail S, Unit 1 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 303-5713 guardianhealthfl.com See our ad page 107

GULF COAST ENDOSCOPY CENTER 1220 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-5000 gulfcoastendocenter.com

STEPHENSON EYE ASSOCIATES 200 Palermo Pl Venice, FL 34285-2820 (941) 485-1121 stephensoneye.com

VENICE UROLOGY 842 Sunset Lake Blvd Ste. 403 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-3351 veniceurology.com See our ad page 76

PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS, O.D

OASIS EYE CARE, OPTICAL & MED SPA

1868 S. Tamiami Trail

Osprey, FL 34229

(941) 918-9575 totaltherapyfl.com

TOTAL THERAPY FLORIDA (VENICE)

1499 E Venice Avenue, Unit A Venice, FL 34292 (941) 451-8657 totaltherapyfl.com

PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DERMATOLOGY

ADVANCED DERMATOLOGY & COSMETIC SURGERY 1415 E. Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292

(941) 488-5300 www.advancedderm.com

PARADISE DERMATOLOGY

315 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 242-8360 paradisederm.com See our ad page 77

REJUVA DERMATOLOGY & VEIN CENTER, PLLC

395 Commercial Court, Unit C Venice, FL 34292

(941) 529-0070 rejuvadermatology.com

VENICE AVENUE DERMATOLOGY

897 E Venice Avenue, Suite A Venice, FL 34285

(941) 486-1404 www.veniceavederm.com

PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS, M.D.

360 ORTHOPEDICS

435 Commercial Ct Venice, FL 34292

(941) 951-2663 x336 360-orthopedics.com

ADVOCATEMD - LAUREN BROADWAY, MD

417 Commercial Court, Suite C Venice, FL 34292

(941) 220-0300 www.myadvocatemd.com

ASPIRE DIRECT PRIMARY CARE

415 Commercial Court, Suite C Venice, FL 34292

(941) 800-1630 aspiredirectprimarycare.com

COASTAL FAMILY MEDICINE

1500 E Venice Ave Ste 204 Venice, FL 34292

(941) 484-1444

GULF COAST RETINA CENTER - OREN PLOUS, MD 1580 Jacaranda Blvd. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 312-2769

GYNECOLOGY OF VENICE, PL 241 Nokomis Ave S Ste A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9941 gynofvenice.com

HCA FLORIDA WELLEN PARK MEDICAL OFFICE 12169 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293 (941) 782-0505 HCAFloridaHealthcare.com

HOBART K. RICHEY, M.D. P.A. 728 The Rialto Venice, FL 34285-3524 (941) 484-2246 dermatologyvenice.com

MARIKIND PHYSICIANS

1872 Tamiami Trail S., Ste B. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 244-4100 marikind.com

MARK JOHNSON, M.D., P.A. 811 Ridgewood Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-0600 markjohnsonmd.com

MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

1287 US Hwy 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 202-0500 millenniumphysician.com

MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

333 Miami Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 584-4860 millenniumphysician.com

MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

8421 Point Loop Drive Venice, FL 34293 (941) 244-4374 millenniumphysician.com

MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP WALK-IN CLINIC 1287 US 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 244-5716 millenniumphysician.com

NUVIEW AESTHETICS & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY AND MEDISPA

1499 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292 (941) 488-7117 nuviewaesthetics.com See our ad page 74

OASIS EYE CARE, OPTICAL & MED SPA

1868 S. Tamiami Trail

COMPASSIONATE CANNABIS CLINIC (941) 484-5451 venicecare.com

425 Commercial Court, Ste. C Venice, FL 34292

FAMILY SPINE AND PAIN CARE INSTITUTE

1525 South Tamiami Trail, STE 601 Venice, FL 34285

(305) 721-6637 fsapcare.com

FLORIDA CANCER SPECIALISTS & RESEARCH INSTITUTE 901 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite A-2 Venice, FL 34285

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-9393 veniceeyedoctors.com

ORTHOPEDIC CENTER OF VENICE

241 Nokomis Ave S Ste B Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-3302 orthovenice.com

RAMOS CENTER FOR INTERVENTIONAL & FUNCTIONAL PAIN MEDICINE

1370 East Venice Avenue, Suite 104 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 708-9555 RamosCenter.com

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-9393 veniceeyedoctors.com

SEEPORT OPTOMETRY

4381 Aidan Lane North Port, FL 34287 (941) 876-4400 www.seeportoptometry.com

SUNCOAST EYEHEALTH

101 Capri Isles Blvd, Suite 101

Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 485-4868 suncoasteyehealth.com

PHYSICIANS-CHIROPRACTIC D.C.

JOHNSON CHIROPRACTIC MEDICAL CENTER

401 Johnson Lane, Suite #101

Venice, FL 34285-1280 (941) 484-5333 drjpj.com

LIFE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC OF VENICE 101 Chardin Drive Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 837-2579 lifefamilychiropractic.com

TAYLOR CHIROPRACTIC & ORIENTAL MEDICINE

2190 Tamiami Trail S

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-2688 myvenicechiropractor.com

PLACES OF WORSHIP

CHABAD OF VENICE & NORTH PORT

21560 Angela Lane

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-2770 chabadofvenice.com

DIOCESE OF VENICE

1000 Pinebrook Rd

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-9543 dioceseofvenice.org

EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

790 Tamiami Trl S

Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 488-4942 emmanuel-elca.org

EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL

310 Sarasota St Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3505 epiphanycathedral.org

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF VENICE

312 Miami Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-1314 fbcvenice.org

GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

400 Field Ave E

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1374 graceontheisland.com

JEWISH CONGREGATION OF VENICE

600 North Auburn Rd

Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 484-2022 jewishcongregationofvenice.org

LAKESIDE LUTHERAN CHURCH

2401 Tamiami Trl S

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-5102 lakesidelutheran.net

See our ad page 75

(941) 484-3531 flcancer.com

ST MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

513 Nassau St

Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 488-7714 stmarksvenice.org

THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD

1115 Center Road

PARTNER

HILL & HILL PLUMBING CO

249 Grove Street South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-2665 hillandhillplumbing.com See our ad page 108

HILL’S KITCHEN & BATH CREATIONS

UPTURN SERVICES (941) 400-3775 upturnservices.com

PUBLISHERS-PERIODICALS

CITY LIFESTYLE VENICE MAGAZINE (941) 726-0303 CityLifestyle.com/Venice

(941) 497-7286 www.goodshepherdvenicefl.org

Venice, FL 34292

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF VENICE (UUCOV)

1971 Pinebrook Road

Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 485-2105 uucov.org

VENICE BIBLE CHURCH

1200 Center Street

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 493-2788 www.venicebiblechurch.com

VENICE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

825 The Rialto

249 Grove Street South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-1549 hillandhillplumbing.com

MIKE DOUGLASS PLUMBING

517 Paul Morris Drive, Suite A Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 473-2344 mikedouglassplumbing.com

PURE PLUMBING OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (941) 928-7005 Pureplumbingfl.com

RAIMONDI PLUMBING LLC

21013 Fort Myers Way Venice, FL 34293 (941) 286-7330

PRESSURE / SOFT WASHING

FLORIDA WEEKLY (941) 628-4462 floridaweekly.com

MUST DO VISITOR GUIDES (941) 400-5377 mustdo.com

SARASOTA SCENE MAGAZINE 1834 Main Street Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 365-1119 scenesarasota.com

THE HAPPY THRIFTER LLC (816) 352-0975 www.thehappythriftershopper.com

VENICE GULF COAST LIVING MAGAZINE (941) 488-5083 VeniceGulfCoastLivingMagazine.com

RADIO STATIONS

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-2258 venicepres.org

VENICE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

620 Shamrock Blvd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-6741 veniceucc.org

PLUMBING CONTRACTORS

ADVANCED PLUMBING SOLUTIONS & DESIGN LLC

(941) 284-4739

AQUA DUCK PLUMBING, LLC (941) 786-7059 aquaduckplumbingllc.com

ALL IN PRESSURE WASHING (941) 599-0946

VENICE WASH! (941) 773-6965 venicewash.com

PRINTERS

PARTNER

VENICE PRINT CENTER

2021 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-9009 veniceprintcenter.com See our ad page 41

PRINTERS - BLUEPRINT

MERRITT PRINTING & DESIGN

261 S Tamiami Trail

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 270-9970

PRINTING & PROMOTIONAL PRODUCT DISTRIBUTOR

AQUA PLUMBING & AIR

As the area’s most trusted name since 1974, Aqua Plumbing & Air is qualified and experienced in all manufacturers, models, and procedures. We offer free, concise, and accurate estimates. We can help you, 941-306-3715 www.aquaplumbingsarasota.com

8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, FL 34240

PARTNER

BABE’S PLUMBING, INC. & FIRE SPRINKLERS

105 Bluegrass Court

Nokomis, FL 34275-2406

babesplumbing.com

CITRUS PLUMBING OF VENICE, INC.

125 Corporation Way Ste E Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-2402

See our ad page 43

(941) 484-4990 citrusplumbingfl.com

GULF BREEZE APPAREL

616 Cypress Ave Venice, FL 34293 (941) 488-8337 www.gulfbreezeapparel.com

KARKATSU,LTD.

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS AND APPAREL (678) 947-5250 www.karkatsu.com

PARTNER

VENICE PRINT CENTER

2021 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-9009 veniceprintcenter.com See our ad page 41

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

KARKATSU,LTD.

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS AND APPAREL (678) 947-5250 www.karkatsu.com

IHEARTMEDIA - CHARLOTTE/SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTIES 24100 Tiseo Blvd, #10 Port Charlotte, FL 33980 (941) 206-1188 WCVU.com

WENG RADIO - FIORINI BROADCASTING 1355 River Rd S Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 474-3231 wengradio.com

RADIOLOGY/IMAGING SERVICES

RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF VENICE & ENGLEWOOD, PA 512-516 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-7781 raverad.com

REAL ESTATE

ACCARDI & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE 1978 Tamiami Trail S, Unit 1 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 234-9411 venicehomefinder.com

AMERICAN REALTY OF VENICE, INC 700 Venice Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8080 americanrealtyvenice.com See our ad page 51

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA REALTY (VENICE) 1500 E Venice Ave, Suite 303 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 716-3088 www.BHHSFloridaRealty.com

BISHOP WEST REAL ESTATE, LLC (941) 315-7766 | bishopwestfl.com

Full Service Real Estate Brokerage serving the Florida Gulf Coast Region. Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Investment Sales as well as new construction. Award winning service by a team of dedicated professionals. 724 Shamrock Blvd., Venice, FL 34293

BRAND REALTY & ASSOCIATES 256 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-0601 www.brandrealtyfl.com

BRAND REALTY & ASSOCIATES - OLGA BROCK PA 256 Nokomis Ave S, Ste 3 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 726-5797 www.olgabrock.com See our ad page 50

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY - BOB DIAMOND

907 Jacinto West

Venice, FL 34285

(702) 677-1292

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY - LORI TURKOVICS

443 John Ringling Blvd, Suite 2100 Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 441-7169 cbhomes.com

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY - MARY & RAY WESTBROOK

331 W. Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 275-4800 MaryRayWestbrook.com

COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE - SARASOTA CENTRAL OFFICE

8181 S Tamiami Trail, Suite B Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 487-5600 ColdwellBanker-Homes.com

COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE - VENICE/ENGLEWOOD OFFICE

331 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 493-1000 floridamoves.com

PARTNER

COMPASS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

246 West Tampa Ave Venice, FL 34285

compasspm.net

COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES SALES, INC.

700 N Waterway Venice, FL 34285

(941) 444-6185

See our ad page 51

(941) 486-0591 www.countryclubestatesvenice.com

ENGEL & VÖLKERS VENICE DOWNTOWN

201 Miami Avenue West Venice, FL 34285

JENNIFER KENNA HOME TEAM POWERED BY EXP - ROBERT CRANE

3021 Manatee Ave. Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 800-8618 fllistings.com

KELLER WILLIAMS ISLAND LIFE REAL ESTATE

206 Harbor Dr. S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 254-6467 kellerwilliamsislandliferealstate.com

KELLER WILLIAMS ISLAND LIFE REAL ESTATE - BUYWITHFRANK.COM

405 Harbor Dr S Venice, FL 34285 (847) 363-8837 BuyWithFrank.com

KELLER WILLIAMS ISLAND LIFE REAL ESTATE - TRACY LENYK 206 Harbor Drive S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 220-8033 tracylenyk.kw.com

MAVREALTY - JEANNE LYNN EGAN, REALTOR, LLC (732) 690-4882 JeanneEgan.cfl.MavRealty.com

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP - GAE STEWART-DUDLEY, INC.

1314 E Venice Ave Ste B

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 544-3775 gaestewart.com

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP - MARTY HAINES

1314B East Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 308-4627 MartyHaines.com

RE/MAX PALM REALTY

2095 Tamiami Trail S. Venice, FL 34293 (941) 451-2025 searchvenice.com

RESULTS REALTY GROUP, LLC 101 Capri Isles Blvd #2

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 412-3456 resultsrealtyvenice.com

RHONDA GUSTITUS TEAM AT KELLER WILLIAMS

PEACE RIVER PARTNERS

1951 Tamiami Trail, Suite C Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (941) 426-4394 rhondagustitusteam.com

SEASIDE LIVING GROUP AT REMAX PLATINUM REALTY 307 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 468-5555 www.seasidelivingfl.com

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

(941) 485-5421 | michaelsaunders.com

When it comes to finding your home on the Suncoast, trust the expertise of a local. Michael Saunders & Company is the top independent real estate company in the region with a network of 24 full-service real estate offices with more than 700 agents. 110 Nokomis Ave. N., Venice, FL 34285 490 Rockley Blvd., Venice FL 34293

SETTLES REAL ESTATE, LLC 2357 S Tamiami Trail #8 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 685-3600 www.settlesrealestatellc.com

THE RENTAL COMPANY OF VENICE, LLC 236 Tampa Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-7644 rentalcompanyofvenice.com

See our ad page 37

(941) 388-9800 venicedowntown.evrealestate.com

EXIT KING REALTY

1800 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293

(941) 497-6060 exitkingrealty.com

EXP REALTY- COASTLINE BRANCH

246 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 312-1705 coastlineelite.com

GULF SHORES REALTY ERA POWERED

211 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY - ROBERT GOLDMAN

110 Nokomis Avenue North Venice, FL 34285 (941) 400-2756 Robertgoldman.michaelsaunders.com

MICHELLE HUPP AND THE HUPP GROUP

206 Harbor Drive S. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 773-5464 www.TheHuppGroup.com See our ad page 55

NEXTHOME SUNCOAST - FLERLAGE TEAM

530 US 41 Bypass S., Unit 22A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 882-2229 NextHomeSuncoast.com See our ad page 48, 49

THE RITTER GROUP 871 Venetia Bay Blvd, Suite 238 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 961-4046 therittergroup.com

THE SWONGER TEAM AT HOMESMART 479 South Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 600-3534 www.swonger-waldoch.com

WEST COAST REALTY OF VENICE, LLC 240 West Tampa Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 375-8113 westcoastrealtyofvenice.com

See our ad page 3

(941) 488-6644 gulfshoresrealty.com

GULF SHORES REALTY ERA POWERED

- ASHLEY TROUTMAN

(319) 457-1896 gulfshoresrealty.com

PARTNER

GULF SHORES REALTY ERA POWERED - LUEANNE WOOD, P.A.

211 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 483-1663 lueanne.com See our ad Inside Front Cover

GULF SHORES REALTY ERA POWERED - MARY CHARLAND PA

211 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 408-5642 www.gulfshoresrealty.com/mary-charland

GULF SHORES REALTY ERA POWERED (BRANCH)

351 W Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285

(941) 220-7694 gulfshoresrealty.com

HELEN MOORE - MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

110 Nokomis Ave N Venice, FL 34285

(941) 724-2030 helenmoore.michaelsaunders.com

PARADISE REALTY OF VENICE, INC. 101 San Marco Dr. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1111 veniceisparadise.net

PREMIER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

400 Barcelona Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 412-3323 premiersothebysrealty.com See our ad page 15

PREMIER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY - DENISE MATTMULLER 50 Central Avenue, Suite 110 Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 232-8055 denisemattmuller.net

PREMIER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY - MARTHA PIKE, P.A. 400 Barcelona Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 716-4392 marthapike.premiersothebysrealty.com

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

1314 E Venice Ave Ste B Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-8686 alliancegroupfl.com

WEST VILLAGES REALTY LLC

19503 S West Villages Pkwy, #A2 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 460-3179 WestVillagesRealty.com

REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS

FURBECK APPRAISAL SERVICES (941) 492-4326 furbeckappraisals.com

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATIONS

VENICE AREA BOARD OF REALTORS, INC. 680 Substation Rd Venice, FL 34285-1082 (941) 484-0614 vabr.org

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

HAWKS RUN DEVELOPMENT LLC (941) 303-3156 hawksrundevelopment.com

WELLEN PARK

19503 S West Villages Pkwy, Suite 14 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 960-7805 wellenpark.com See our ad page 52, 53

REAL ESTATE-COMMERCIAL

HARRY E. ROBBINS ASSOCIATES, INC.

3733 S. Tuttle Ave.

Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 924-8346

www.robbinscommercial.com

MERRITT REALTY CORPORATION

261 South Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 270-9970 gomerritt.com

MICHAEL SAUNDERS COMMERCIAL - AMBER GASSON

100 S. Washington Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 356-8808

www.msccommercial.com

TRINITY COMMERCIAL GROUP

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, MOTOR HOMES

GERZENY’S R. V. WORLD

2110 Tamiami Trl N Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 966-2182 gerzenysrvworld.com

RECYCLING, GARBAGE COLLECTION AND ROLL-OFF CONTAINERS

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF SARASOTA

5221 State Road 776 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-4100 wm.com

REHABILITATION CENTER

ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF SARASOTA

BOGEY’S RESTAURANT & SPORTS PUB, INC.

652 E Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-9156 bogeys.tv

PARTNER

BREW-ZA-BAGELS

525 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 499-7500

PARTNER

BREWBURGERS 370 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-2337 brewburgers.com See our ad page 1, 67

PARTNER

BREWBURGERS BACK PORCH

- SCOTT MERSINGER

(608) 432-2531 trinitycre.com

REAL ESTATE-PROPERTY MANAGEMENT/RENTALS

BRAND REALTY & ASSOCIATES

256 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 480-0601 www.brandrealtyfl.com

BRAND REALTY & ASSOCIATES - OLGA BROCK PA

256 Nokomis Ave S, Ste 3 Venice, FL 34285

www.olgabrock.com

BURGUNDY MANAGEMENT

(941) 726-5797

See our ad page 50

125B Miami Ave W Venice, Fl 34285 (941) 480-0406

PARTNER

COMPASS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

246 West Tampa Ave Venice, FL 34285

6400 Edgelake Drive Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 921-8600 healthsouthsarasota.com

REMODELING

DAN RUTKOWSKI CONSTRUCTION, INC.

103 Triple Diamond Blvd #1 North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 488-9303 drcvenice.com

DUYN CONSTRUCTION, LLC.

113 Milan Ave E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-5433 kbontheisle.com

ONKEN PLUMBING & CONSTRUCTION GROUP (941) 234-2822 onkenconstructiongroup.com

RESTAURANT KITCHEN DESIGN & EQUIPMENT SALES

545 Tamiami Tr S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-2337 brewburgers.com

PARTNER

BRITISH OPEN PUB

367 Jacaranda Blvd

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 492-9227 britishopenpub.com See our ad page 69

BURGUNDY SQUARE CAFE

227 Miami Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 451-8261 burgundysquarecafe.website

CAFE BAGEL 1811 South Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-2095 cafebagelonline.com

(941) 444-6185 compasspm.net

GULF COAST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

1846 Tamiami Trail S, Unit 15 Venice, FL 34293

See our ad page 51

(941) 552-4200 choosegulfcoast.com/venice-property-management

HOME & CONDO RENTALS AND PROPERTY MGMT., INC.

(941) 484-0670 | homeandcondo.com

Your local Real Property Asset Management Team for over 26 years! Family owned & operated, serving from North Port to Osprey, FL. We manage income producing properties for individual investors with specializations in Annual & Seasonal rentals. 704 Venice Av.e W., Venice, FL 34285

HOMEPORT

700 Commerce Dr, Jacaranda Commerce Park Venice, FL 34292 (432) 683-8185

HORSE AND CHAISE RENTALS AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, INC.

150 Nokomis Ave N Venice, FL 34285

(941) 483-3331 horseandchaise.com See our ad page 43

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

110 Nokomis Ave N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5421 michaelsaunders.com

THE RENTAL COMPANY OF VENICE, LLC

236 Tampa Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-7644 rentalcompanyofvenice.com

FISHMAN & ASSOCIATES

143 Miami Ave E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8800 fishmaninc.com

PREMIER RESTAURANT SUPPLIES

106 Corporation Way Venice, FL 34285 (941) 412-4426 premierrestaurantsuppliesfl.com

RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT

SYMONS SAYS & RODRIGUEZ FAMILY RESTAURANTS

1879 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-8948

RESTAURANTS

ABONDANZA ITALIAN DELI & MARKET

200 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 303-6748

ALLEGRO BISTRO

1740 E Venice Avenue #10 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-1889 allegro-bistro.com See our ad page 71

APPLEBEE’S

4329 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-7740 applebees.com

BIG MIKE’S PIZZA

1939 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 303-5805 bigmikespizzavenice.com

BOB’S TWIST-N-SHAKE, INC

420 US Hwy 41 Byp N

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-5152

BOCCA LUPO COAL FIRED PIZZA

12105 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293 (941) 676-9653 www.boccalupopizza.com

CAFE VENICE 101 Venice Ave W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1855 cafeveniceontheisland.com See our ad page 69

CAPT. EDDIE’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 107 Colonia Ln E Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 484-4623 captaineddies.com

CASEY KEY COLLECTOR WINE & WINE BAR 266 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-1866 ckcollectorwine.com

CASSARIANO ITALIAN EATERY 313 West Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-0507 cassariano.com

CHAZ 51 STEAKHOUSE

549 US 41 Bypass North Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-6200 chaz51.com

CHECKERS RALLY’S 1721 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-5445 www.checkers.com

CHICK-FIL-A AT PELICAN PLAZA 8420 S. Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34238 (941) 966-0024 chick-fil-a.com/locations/fl/pelican-plaza

CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE 445 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 480-9200 CrackerBarrel.com

CRISP & GREEN

1695 US 41 Bypass, Unit 10 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 837-2152 crispandgreen.com See our ad page 69

CROISSANT & CO

323 W Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 480-1700 croissantandcovenice.com

CROW’S NEST MARINA RESTAURANT

1968 Tarpon Center Dr

Venice, FL 34285-1035 (941) 484-9551 crowsnest-venice.com

CULVER’S ON JACARANDA

19355 Times Circle Venice, FL 34292

(941) 451-8576 culvers.com

CULVER’S ON SHAMROCK

1735 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293

(941) 303-5538 culvers.com

D’ANGELO’S SUBS & SALADS

1203 US Highway 41 Bypass S

Venice, FL 34285

DAIQUIRI DECK RAW BAR

300 West Venice Ave

(941) 484-6644

MAD SALADS - CREATIVE GREENS COMPANY

2119 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 899-1303 madsalads.com

MADE IN ITALY

117 West Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-8282 MadeinItalyVenice.com

MARCO’S PIZZA

735 Shamrock Blvd Venice, FL 34285 (941) 493-0123 marcos.com

MAX’S TABLE

115 S Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 220-7463 www.maxstablesrq.com

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT

1720 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-4555

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT

PRIME STEAKHOUSE

133 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 837-8325 primeserioussteak.com

RIB CITY

4187 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-7505 ribcity.com

SAN MARCO OF VENICE

305 B West Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 254-6565 sanmarcovenice.com

SEED & BEAN MARKET

116 W Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 220-3234 www.seedandbeanmarket.com

SHARK TOOTH BEACH CONCESSIONS

208 S Casey Key Road

Nokomis, FL 34275 (703) 470-6369 sharktooth.biz

PARTNER

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-0649 daiquirideck.com

DARRELL’S RESTAURANT

215 S Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9900 darrellsrestaurant.net

DEEP LAGOON SEAFOOD AND OYSTER HOUSE

482 Blackburn Point Road

Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 770-3337 www.deeplagoon.com

DEVINE’S WINE BAR

101 W Venice Ave, Suite 16 Venice, Fl 34285

(941) 480-0663 devineswinebar.weebly.com

DOCKSIDE WATERFRONT GRILL

509 N Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285

(941) 218-6418 docksidewaterfrontgrill.com See our ad page 70

PARTNER

FINS AT SHARKY’S

1600 Harbor Dr S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 999-3467 finsatsharkys.com

FLYNN’S ON VENICE AVE

133 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-2200 flynnsonveniceave.com

GOLD RUSH BBQ

661 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285

(941) 483-3137 Goldrushbbq.com See our ad page 70

JIMMY JOHNS

1766 S Tamiami Trail

325 Commercial Court Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-1138

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT

480 US Highway 41 Bypass N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-6619

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT

4269 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-4776

METRO DINER

2053 South Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 451-2832 metrodiner.com

MON AMI CAFE

1740 E Venice Ave, #19 Venice, FL 34292 (941) 303-6621 monamicafe.com

NOKOMO’S SUNSET HUT

690 S. Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-1324 nokomos.com

NORTH JETTY GRILLE

1000 S Casey Key Road Nokomis, FL 34275 (703) 470-6369 sharktooth.biz

OBEE’S SOUP-SALAD-SUBS

1846 Tamiami Trl S #12 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 496-7808 obeesvenice.com

OBEE’S SOUP-SALADS-SUBS - VENICE ISLAND

261 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 486-0988 obeesvenice.com

PARADISE GRILL

SHARKY’S ON THE PIER 1600 Harbor Dr S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-1456 sharkysonthepier.com See our ad Back Cover, 65

PARTNER

SHUCK N’ ALE

648 Tamiami Trail South Venice, FL 34285 (941) 499-7200

PARTNER

SIESTA BEACH EATS

948 Beach Road Siesta Key, FL 34242 www.facebook.com/SiestaBeachEats

PARTNER

SMOOTHIE KING

6320 S. Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 492-3225 smoothieking.com

PARTNER

See our ad page 70

SMOOTHIE KING 1554 US Highway 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-3225 smoothieking.com

PARTNER

SMOOTHIE KING

3800 S Tamiami Trail #108

See our ad page 70

Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 955-9100 smoothieking.com See our ad page 70

PARTNER

SNOOK HAVEN 5000 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-7221 snookhaven.com

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 837-2320 www.jimmyjohns.com See our ad page 70

JOEY D’S PIZZA

750 US 41 Bypass N

1097 N Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 786-1524 paradisegrillfl.com

PINCHERS

SNOWBIRDS GRILLE

4167 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-5798 snowbirdsgrille.com

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 786-1300 joeydspizzavenice.com

LEONE’S RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA - PAPA LEONE’S LLC

1266 Jacaranda Blvd

900 Venetia Bay Blvd. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9196 pinchersusa.com

PIZZA BOSS

4260 S Tamiami Trail

SUPERIOR POOLS TOMAHAWK TIKI BAR & GRILL AT COOLTODAY PARK

Venice, FL 34292

(941) 496-9148 leonesvenice.com

MAD DOGS HOT DOGS

2059 Tamiami Trail S

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 303-6800 pizzabossvenice.com

PARTNER

POP’S SUNSET GRILL

18800 W Villages Pkwy Venice, FL 34293 (941) 259-3456 Braves.com/SpringTraining

THE OLD SALTY DOG VENICE

Venice, FL 34293

(941) 493-3086 maddogshotdogs.com

112 Circuit Road

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3177 popssunsetgrill.net See our ad page 63

1475 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 483-1000 theoldsaltydog.com

THE PILOT HOUSE ON VENICE BEACH

101 The Eslanade N

Venice, FL 34285 (703) 470-6369 pilothouse.biz

URBAN TACO

1617 US41 BYP #1 S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 861-9110 www.UrbanTacoFL.com See our ad page 71

VALENTI’S RESTAURANT

1200 Venice Ave E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-1888 valentisristorante.com See our ad page 71

VENEZIA RESTAURANT & BAR

425 US Highway 41 Byp N Venice, FL 34285 (941) 308-7700 hotelveneziafl.com

VENICE AVENUE CREAMERY

249 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

VENICE FINE WINE & SPIRITS

(941) 488-0332 See our ad page 71

421 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-5989 venicewineandspirits.com See our ad page 68

VENICE WINE & COFFEE COMPANY

201 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-3667 venicewineandcoffeecompany.com

RETAIL

CAPTAIN’S LANDING OF VENICE

243 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 485-2329 captainslanding.com

GOODWILL MANASOTA

2705 51st Ave E Bradenton, FL 34203

(941) 355-2721 www.experiencegoodwill.org

ISLAND LIFE HAMMOCK CO.

329 W Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285

(941) 488-8727 islandlifehammocks.com

NELLIE’S NOTECARDS AND WILSON’S WHIMSIES

530 US Hwy 41 Bypass South, Suite 10A

UBREAKIFIX VENICE

4183 S Tamiami Trail, Suite #40 Venice, FL 34293 (941) 244-2877 www.ubreakifix.com/locations/venice?utm_ source=google&utm_medium=gmb&utm_campaign=venice

VENICE LOCALE

121 Miami Avenue W Venice, FL 34285 (941) 525-8614 venicelocale.com

VENICE MERCATO ON THE ISLAND (VINTAGE MARKET)

200 Base Street Venice, FL 34285 (941) 468-3344

WALMART STORES, INC. - STORE 0769

4150 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-2523 walmart.com

ROOFING CONTRACTORS

CAPE HAZE ROOF PRO LLC (941) 525-6100 www.capehazeroofpro.com

CENTAUR ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION (407) 408-3315 centaurfl.com

CFS ROOFING SERVICES

6195 E. Sawgrass road Sarasota, FL 34240 (239) 561-2600 www.cfsroofing.com

FLORIDA STATE ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION INC. ..................................(941) 915-5068 flstateroofing.com

KINGDOM ROOFING SERVICES, INC

401 Commercial Ct, Suite G Venice, FL 34292 (941) 217-2411 kingdomroofinginc.com

KIRKEY ROOFING INC.

535 Paul Morris Dr Englewood, FL 34223 (941) 474-2113 kirkeyroofing.com

MARK KAUFMAN ROOFING

1001 Corporate Ave Ste 105 North Port, FL 34289 (941) 426-5241 markkaufmanroofing.com

MASTERCRAFT ROOFING

THE AESTHETIC LOUNGE AND SPA

1172 Jacaranda Boulevard

Venice, FL 34292 ......................................... (941) 499-5700

LookBeautifulVenice.com

THE CONTOUR DAY SPA

405 Commercial Court, Suite A

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 777-4448 thecontourdayspa.com

VENICE DAY SPA

775 The Rialto Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-3674 venice-dayspa.com

VIRASANA SALON 107 Tampa Ave West Venice, FL 34285 (941) 244-0218 virasanasalon.com

SCHOOLS

EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL

316 Sarasota St Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 488-2215 ecstigers.com

ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL 2001 Pinebrook Rd

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 484-4999 islandvillage.org See our ad page 81

SARASOTA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD 1960 Landings Blvd

Sarasota, FL 34231-3331 (941) 927-9000 x31105 sarasotacountyschools.net

STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA, MANATEE-SARASOTA

8000 S. Tamiami Trail

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-1300 scf.edu See our ad page 13, 83

SUNCOAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE

4748 Beneva Road

Sarasota, FL 34233 (941) 924-1365 x62056 suncoast.edu

USF SARASOTA MANATEE

8350 N Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 359-4340 sarasotamanatee.usf.edu

SENIOR LIVING CENTERS

Venice, FL 34285

(941) 961-7563 NelliesNotecards.com

SAM’S CLUB (SARASOTA CLUB #4772)

300 N. Cattlemen Road

3479 Technology Drive North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 480-9700 mastercraftroofing.com

PATRIOT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES (800) 401-9389 PatriotCS.org

ADVINIACARE VENICE

950 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-8801 www.adviniacare.com/our-locations/adviniacare-venice

Sarasota, FL 34232

(941) 341-9526 samsclub.com

SEA PLEASURES & TREASURES OF VENICE

255 Venice Ave W Venice, FL 34285

SHARK FRENZY

(941) 488-3510

(941) 800-4281 | sharktoothsifter.com

Shark Frenzy is your one-stop shop for all things shark and fossils! We have sifters, sharks teeth, and other goods available for purchase. Our goal is to make your trip to the beach successful and memorable!

262 S. Tamiami Trl., Venice, FL 34285

SHIRT STOP LLC

247 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-9143

THE ISLAND BOOKSHOP & ART GALLERY

206 W Miami Avenue, (Merchants of Venice Bldg) Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 416-5511 theislandbookshop.com

WATERTITE ROOFING

208 South Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 483-4630 watertiteroofing.com

SALONS, SPAS & MEDI SPAS

ECLECTIC ESTHETICS

230 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 2 Venice, FL 34285 (941) 504-4429 eclecticesthetics.glossgenius.com

PARTNER

JAMES GRIFFITH SALON

257 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-2665 jamesgriffithsalon.com See our ad page 17

OASIS EYE CARE, OPTICAL & MED SPA

1868 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 ......................................... (941) 493-9393 veniceeyedoctors.com

PHENIX SALON SUITES

555 Tamiami Trail S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 926-6743 phenixsarasota.com

ASTON GARDENS AT PELICAN POINTE

1000 Aston Gardens Dr

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 240-1000 astongardens.com

BAYSHORE GUEST HOME & GARDENS

512 Bayshore Rd

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 400-3847 bayshoreguesthome.com

ELISON OF BELLA VITA

1420 East Venice Ave

Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-1196 elisonbellavita.com

HEARTIS OF VENICE

Heartis Venice, 1020 N. Tamiami Trail North Venice, FL 34275 (941) 499-1800 heartisvenice.com

HOME CARE GARDENS

350 Magnolia Rd

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 412-4092

JACARANDA TRACE

3600 William Penn Way

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 408-2050 jacarandatrace.com

LIANA OF VENICE

2321 East Venice Ave. Venice, FL 34292 (941) 800-4808 lianaliving.com

MARIS POINTE

1200 Avenida Del Circo Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-8885 eagleseniorliving.org/locations/venice-fl

SEASIDE SPRINGS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (941) 441-4200 | SeasideSpringsRetirement.com

A warm, friendly 55+ community that offers a variety of floor plans, as well as many amenities that allow you to live comfortably and luxuriously. With maintenance, housekeeping and more included, you have time to enjoy the important things in life.

1251 S. Tamiami Trl., Osprey, FL 34229

SUNSET LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

832 Sunset Lake Blvd Venice, FL 34292

(941) 492-5313 sunsetlakehrc.com

THE GOLDTON AT VENICE

108 Bella Verde Blvd Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 259-6412 TheGoldtonatVenice.com

THE WINDSOR OF VENICE

1600 Center Road Venice, FL 34292

(941) 408-2600 legendseniorliving.com

TRUEWOOD BY MERRILL - VENICE

1121 Jacaranda Blvd Venice, FL 34292

(941) 497-1117 www.merrillgardens.com

PARTNER

VILLAGE ON THE ISLE

920 Tamiami Trail S Venice, FL 34285-3629

(941) 486-5490 villageontheisle.com See our ad page 23

SENIOR SERVICES

BRIDGE TO BETTER LIVING OF PORT CHARLOTTE

3740 Tamiami Tr, PO Box 496034

VENICE AREA MOBILE MEALS, INC (941) 488-3750 veniceareamobilemeals.com

VINCENT MANAGEMENT GROUP & ASSOCIATES, INC 312 E Venice Avenue, Ste122A Venice, FL 34285 (941) 227-2092 vincentmanagementgroup.com

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE

CERTIFIED EQUIPMENT SERVICE (941) 234-6066

JIMCO MAINTENANCE, INC.

710 Commerce Dr #107 Venice, FL 34292 (800) 392-8678 jimcos.com

SUNCOAST AUTO EQUIPMENT LLC (941) 264-8533 suncoastautoequipment.com

SHIPPING/PACKAGING SERVICES

K&K GLOBAL LLC (609) 529-1474 kkgloballlc.com

PATRIOT PACK & SHIP 253 S Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 217-7295 patriotpack76.com

VENICE MAIL AND PRINT

535 US Highway 41 Byp N Venice, FL 34285 ......................................... (941) 484-7717 www.venicepackandship.com

SHOPPING CENTERS & MALLS

PALM SQUARE PLAZA

1225 US 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 882-3743

REGENCY SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER

1225 US 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34285 (201) 280-2693

SIGNS

DORSETT SIGNS, INC.

258 Grove St S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-4877 dorsettsigns.com

H & H SIGNS, INC. 426 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-0556 hhsigns.com

SMOOTHIES

VENICE OUTDOOR SPORTS, LLC

1562 S Tamiami Trail, #3

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 451-2047 www.veniceoutdoorsports.com

SPORTS

SARASOTA TRAP SKEET & SPORTING CLAYS INC. 3445 Rustic Rd

Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3223 sarasotagunclub.com

SPORTS COLLECTIBLES & MEMORABILIA

BLUE BREAKS LLC 1213 US Hwy 41 Byp S

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 837-2429 bluebreaks.com

SURVEYORS

BENNETT-PANFIL, INC. SURVEYING 742 Shamrock Blvd

Venice, FL 34293 (941) 497-1290 bpisurvey.com

FLORIDA ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING, LLC 631 N. Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 485-3100 flengineeringandsurveying.com See our ad page 27

SWIMMING POOL & DECK RENOVATIONS

AQUATECH POOLS GC, INC. 503 Laurel Rd E Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3990 aquatechpoolsgc.com

MR. MARCITE, INC. 120 Rich St Venice, FL 34292 (941) 488-0667 mrmarcite.com

SWIMMING POOL CONTRACTORS

AQUATECH POOLS GC, INC.

503 Laurel Rd E Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3990 aquatechpoolsgc.com

INDIGO POOL PATIO BBQ 620 Cypress Ave Venice, FL 34285-4605 (941) 484-7665 www.indigopoolpatiobbq.com

SUPERIOR POOLS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC

(941) 259-0966 bridgetobetterliving.com/florida/port-charlotte

Port Charlotte, FL 33949

PARTNER

517 Tamiami Trail Port Charlotte, FL 33953 (941) 743-7171 Superiorpools.com

SWIMMING POOL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES

CARING TRANSITIONS

(941) 800-2226 www.caringtransitionsvenice.com

FLORIDA SENIOR CONSULTING

8130 Lakewood Main Street, Suite# 103, Box# 376 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 626-6762 floridaseniorconsulting.com

NAVAMAZE

333 Miami Avenue West Venice, FL 34285

(877) 255-0744 navamaze.com

SMOOTHIE KING 3800 S Tamiami Trail #108 Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 955-9100 smoothieking.com See our ad page 70

PARTNER

SMOOTHIE KING

1554 US Highway 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-3225 smoothieking.com See our ad page 70

PARTNER

SMOOTHIE KING

6320 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 492-3225 smoothieking.com See our ad page 70

SPORTING GOODS-RETAIL

SENIOR LIVING SELECTIONS

(941) 218-3813 | SeniorLivingSelections.com

Senior Living Selections works with seniors, and their families, to help find suitable living and care accommodations that meet their wants and needs at NO cost to you.

Proudly serving the Suncoast of Florida.

SENIORS BLUE BOOK (941) 351-3630 seniorsbluebook.com

COOK’S SPORTLAND, INC.

4419 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293 (941) 493-0025 cookssportlandinc.com

GLASPRO INC./ZAP SKIMBOARDS

101 Pond Cypress Rd Venice, FL 34292 (941) 488-4586 zapskimboards.com

AQUATECH POOLS GC, INC.

503 Laurel Rd E Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3990 aquatechpoolsgc.com

SWIMMING POOL SERVICES-MAINTENANCE

AQUATECH POOLS GC, INC.

503 Laurel Rd E Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-3990 aquatechpoolsgc.com

BLUWAVE POOL SERVICES CO

NOKOMIS, FL 34275 (941) 800-8869 bluwavepool.com

TAX PREPARATION

TAX CENTER 249 Nokomis Ave S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 227-7767 tc-fl.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

DISCOUNT TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.

2332 15th St

Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 365-6900 discounttelecom.com

HOTWIRE COMMUNICATIONS

1467 Rail Head Blvd. Naples, FL 34110

(941) 445-2589 www.hotwirecommunications.com

PARTNER

LIGHTSPEED VOICE

135 Triple Diamond Blvd North Venice, FL 34275

TRAVEL

ALL AROUND CHARTERS & TOURS 410 E Colonia Lane Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 488-9393 allaroundbus.com

DENVILLE TRAVEL COMPANY (888) 636-3066

WATER, FIRE, SMOKE, DAMAGE RESTORATION

GULF COAST CARPET CLEANING & DISASTER SERVICE, LLC

162 Progress Circle Venice, FL 34285-3536 (941) 488-0000

GCCCFL.com

MYCO-TEK RESTORATION INC.

DenvilleTravelCompany.com

See our ad page 45

(877) 978-6423 lightspeedvoice.com

TELEVISION STATIONS

ABC 7 - WWSB

1477 Tenth Street Sarasota, FL 34236

(941) 552-0777 mysuncoast.com

SNN-TV | SUNCOAST NEWS NETWORK

2040 6th Street Sarasota, FL 34237

(941) 361-4618 snntv.com

TENNIS CLUBS

COURTSIDE TENNIS CLUB

512 Auburn Rd N Venice, FL 34292

(941) 485-2000 www.courtsidetennisclub.com

THEATERS

LEMON BAY PLAYHOUSE

96 W Dearborn Street Englewood, FL 34223

(941) 475-6756 www.lemonbayplayhouse.com

SPOTLIGHT THEATRES - VENICE

2111 Tamiami Trl S Venice, FL 34293

(941) 202-6561 spotlighttheatres.com/spotlight-venice

VENICE INSTITUTE FOR PERFORMING ARTS

1 Indian Ave Venice, FL 34285

(941) 218-3779 veniceperformingartscenter.com

VENICE THEATRE, INC.

140 Tampa Ave W Venice, FL 34285-1727

(941) 488-1115 venicestage.com See our ad page 60

TITLE INSURANCE

CLOSED SOUTHWEST FLORIDA LLC

151 Center Road, #B Venice, FL 34285

(941) 348-6257 ClosedTitle.com

PARTNER

FIRST INTERNATIONAL TITLE, INC.

329 Nokomis Avenue S, Suite F Venice, FL 34285

(941) 451-8522 firstintitle.com See our ad page 51

SUNCOAST ONE TITLE & CLOSINGS, INC.

109 Milan Avenue E Venice, FL 34285

(941) 946-8700 www.suncoastone.com

TRANSPORTATION

ALL AROUND CHARTERS & TOURS

410 E Colonia Lane

TREE SERVICES

GNARLY TREE SERVICE LLC (941) 800-1679

SIMPLY TREES, LLC (941) 479-2726 | simplytreesfl.com

Serving Venice and surrounding areas. Family-owned and operated, we offer professional tree care from consulting, mangrove pruning & restoration, tree & stump removal, cabling & bracing & tree risk assessment with ISA certified arborists. 530 US 41 Byp. S., Unit 8A, Venice, FL 34285

VETERINARIANS

A PET’S FRIEND ANIMAL HOSPITAL 110 Shamrock Blvd E Venice, FL 34293-1629 ................................ (941) 493-6240 apetsfriendah.wixsite.com/walsh

BRANDT VETERINARY CLINIC

720 North Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 485-1555 brandtvetclinic.com

ON POINT ACUPUNCTURE AND VETERINARY SERVICES (941) 220-9414 www.onpointvetservices.com

VENICE PINES VETERINARY CLINIC 1168 Indian Hills Blvd Venice, FL 34293 (941) 492-9692 venicepinesvet.com

VIDEO PRODUCTION

LUCKY STAR STUDIOS (305) 520-9552 www.luckystarstudios.us

STELLAR MEDIA COLLECTIVE LLC (919) 604-0494 www.stellarmediacollective.com

WATER FILTRATION

KINETICO QUALITY WATER SYSTEMS SWFL 1882 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293 (941) 918-2850 kineticoswfl.com

WATER PURIFICATION & FILTRATION, SOFTENING & CONDITIONING

ALL AMERICAN PURIFICATION, LLC 1237 US Hwy 41 Bypass S Venice, FL 34285 (941) 483-4426 getbetterwater.org See our ad page 11

AQUA PLUMBING & AIR

325 Laurel Rd. East Nokomis, FL 34275 (941) 486-9595 myco-tek.net

PATRIOT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES (800) 401-9389 PatriotCS.org

PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION

6292 Tower Lane, Unit 4 Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 359-0751 sarasota.pauldavis.com

SERVPRO OF VENICE & PORT CHARLOTTE 233 Center Ct. Venice, FL 34285 (941) 484-7777 servprovenice.com

WEBSITE DESIGN & MAINTENANCE

PARTNER

EVOLUTION MARKETING (941) 315-4004 www.evolutionmarketing.com/locations/venice-fl

IN TOUCH SOLUTIONS

See our ad page 45

230 Tamiami Trail S, Suite 3E Venice, FL 34285 (941) 800-7530 www.in-touch-solutions.com

TAYLOE MARKETING AND CONSULTING, LLC (941) 483-6187 tayloeinternetmarketing.com

WHEELCHAIR/SCOOTER - SALES, SERVICE, RENTAL MOBILITY SOURCE 105 Corporation Way, Unit B

Venice, FL 34285 (941) 218-4113 www.mobilitysourcefl.com

WINDOW CLEANING

VENICE WASH! (941) 773-6965 venicewash.com

WINDOWS & DOORS

PARTNER ABSOLUTE WINDOW & DOOR 400 Seaboard Ave Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-7774 absolutewindowanddoor.net See our ad page 30, 31

KINGDOM WINDOWS & DOORS

401 Commercial Ct, Suite G Venice, FL 34292 (941) 483-3800 kingdomwindowsdoors.com

SASH & SILL

501 Interstate Court Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 548-4440 www.sashandsill.net

YACHT CLUBS-PRIVATE

(941) 488-9393 allaroundbus.com

Nokomis, FL 34275

TRANSPORTATION / CAR SERVICE

AIRPORT CAR SERVICES OF SW FLORIDA LLC

(941) 764-9156

SUNWISE AIRPORT VAN & CAR SERVICE (941) 400-0034 INeedARide.us

WHEN & HOW CONCIERGE SERVICES, LLC (941) 525-2947 whenandhowconcierge.com

As the area’s most trusted name since 1974, Aqua Plumbing & Air is qualified and experienced in all manufacturers, models, and procedures. We offer free, concise, and accurate estimates. We can help you, 941-306-3715 www.aquaplumbingsarasota.com

8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, FL 34240

WATER-PRO

126 Corporation Way, Ste D Venice, FL 34285 (941) 497-0818 waterprofl.com

VENICE YACHT CLUB, INC. 1330 Tarpon Center Dr Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-7708 veniceyachtclub.com

YARD SIGNS

CARD MY YARD VENICE (954) 649-0330 www.cardmyyard.com/venice-fl

YOUTH SPORTING PROGRAMS

SARASOTA SCULLERS YOUTH ROWING PROGRAM, INC.

153 North Tamiami Tr Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 966-2244 SarasotaScullers.org

Business Directory Index

DOMINION PAYROLL, (412) 779-0083

DONALD W. LACKEY, D.D.S., (941) 493-7768

DONNA-LEE RODEN, ATTORNEY AT LAW, (941) 486-8555

DORSETT SIGNS, INC., (941) 484-4877

DOUGLAS JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE RAM, (941) 484-8300

D.R. HORTON, INC. - AMERICA’S BUILDER, (941) 447-0003

DRS. DAVIS & BEYER, (941) 488-1075

DUDLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, (919) 612-5219

DUYN CONSTRUCTION, LLC., (941) 484-5433

DYNAMIS EPOXY SYSTEMS, (941) 488-3999

EAGER BEAVER CAR WASH, INC., (941) 497-6665

EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SARASOTA COUNTY, (941) 954-4830

EASTERSEALS AT INSTRIDE THERAPY, (941) 355-7637

EASY CRUISIN’ CHARTERS, (941) 539-3126

ECLECTIC ESTHETICS, (941) 504-4429

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY, (941) 309-1200

JE CHARLOTTE CONSTRUCTION CORP., (941)

NEXTHOME SUNCOAST - FLERLAGE TEAM, (941) 882-2229

NICHOLE LUNN STATE FARM AGENT , (941) 861-8994

NICKOLS KITCHENS & BATH LLC , (941) 485-7894

, (941) 379-6500

SUNSET HUT, (941) 488-1324

GRILLE, (703) 470-6369

MUTUAL - JOHNNY CARRUTH, CPA, CFP®, CHFC®, CLU®, CLTC®, RICP®, (404) 822-7300

(941) 488-7117

RADIANCE ENDODONTICS, (941) 484-8740

RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF VENICE & ENGLEWOOD, PA, (941) 488-7781

RAIMONDI PLUMBING LLC, (941) 286-7330

RAMBLER’S REST RV RESORT, (941) 493-4354

RAMEY INSURANCE AGENCY, (941) 497-2468

RAM MARINE SERVICES, INC.

TOTAL IMPACT GUNS AND INDOOR RANGE, (941) 866-2217 99

TOTAL THERAPY FLORIDA (OSPREY), (941) 918-9575 106

TOTAL THERAPY FLORIDA (VENICE), (941) 451-8657 106

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT, (941) 879-9100 91

TREASURES THRIFT SHOP

BENEFITING TIDEWELL, (941) 882-4467 104

485-8572 92

VENICE DAY SPA, (941) 488-3674 112

VENICE DENTAL ASSOCIATES, (941) 484-6400 96

VENICE EAST GOLF CLUB, (941) 493-0005 99

VENICE FARMERS’ MARKET - MANAGED BY INDEPENDENT JONES , (941) 685-8196 98

VENICE FINE WINE & SPIRITS, (941) 488-5989 101, 112

VENICE GALLERY & STUDIO OF CLYDE BUTCHER, (941) 486-0811

VENICE GARDENS CIVIC ASSOCIATION, (941) 493-5743

VENICE GONDOLIERS BARBERSHOP CHORUS, (941) 953-3752

VENICE GONDOLIER SUN, (941) 207-1000 103

VENICE GULF COAST LIVING MAGAZINE, (941) 488-5083 108

VENICE HERITAGE INC., (941)

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