Tropical Avenue is not the standard weekend bar band.
Port Charlotte Marketplace to boast two new eateries
Learn more about Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town located just northeast of Fort Myers on Babcock Ranch Road/State Road 31, d…
Join Internationally acclaimed soprano, Heather Vichevich for her signature show, “Beyond the Sea,” at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 7…
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When I arrived home after taking part in this week’s Live Like a Tourist activity, I had to inform my husband that I had met a handsome young …
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ReptiDay is the one-day version of the events presented by Repticon, a recognized leader in hosting reptile and exotic animal expos throughout…
The following dispatch was received from Sherrie O’Moody, a descendant of the infamous Irish pirate Grace O’Malley, whose 20-ship fleet stood …
Florida Studio Theatre proudly presents the world premiere production of Mark St. Germain’s “Wednesday’s Child,” a dramatic new play that expl…
Atlantic Records recording group Straight No Chaser has announced plans for another epic U.S. concert tour, “The Open Bar Tour,” oming to the …
In honor of International Museum Day, three historic sites invite families to come explore the rich historical resources these institutions pr…
As a special engagement, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is dying to bring you “Murder On The 19th Hole” taking place in the Royal Palm Dining Ro…
When I choose topics to cover and places to visit for this column, I tend to lean towards fun activities, all of which I enjoy. But there is a…
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A recent Venice Area Historical Society’s “Betty Intagliata Lecture Series” program addressed the “Past, Present and Future of the Seminole In…
The hits will keep on coming as Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe partners with the Baltimore Orioles to present the ‘70s Soul Party at Ed Smith …
Fifty six stand up comedians will compete for a $500 cash prize and a paid feature spot, opening for a nationally touring comedian at Visani a…
A true legend in every sense of the word, Julie Andrews has entertained millions for more than half a century. Andrews shares her extraordinar…
The historic Tampa Theatre, in partnership with Tampa International Airport, is proud to announce a free cinema series coming to the airport’s…
After building overwhelming anticipation, Grammy-nominated multiplatinum powerhouse trio — Jonas Brothers — announce the details for their 40-…
Artist Series Concerts celebrates Mother’s Day and closes out its 23rd season with “An Afternoon of Operetta,” at 4 p.m. May 12 at the Sarasot…
Though I’m not necessarily a big drinker, I have learned over the past decade or so to appreciate the craftsmanship and chemistry that goes in…
CoolToday Park hosted its first summer movie night with the baseball classic “Field of Dreams.”
As the national trend toward eating and drinking healthier, plant-based products is on the rise, restaurants like Island Organics, in downtown…
Key Chorale’s 34th season closes with the sixth annual presentation of “Tomorrow’s Voices Today,” a unique collaborative choral festival featu…
The Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda welcomes back our friends from the Witness to War organization, a nonprofit group dedicated to pre…
On May 3, at 7 p.m. celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the PGI Civic Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda as it closes a stellar season of concer…
Audiences are in for a treat when mentalist Bill Gladwell presents three shows at the Charlotte Players’ Langdon Playhouse in Port Charlotte May 3-5.
Guests can take their holiday traditions to the next level and experience the merry, mischief and thrills of Universal Orlando Resort’s Holida…
Broadway Palm is thrilled to present “Second Chances: The Thrift Shop Musical” playing now through May 12.
Today and every day, I’m thankful that there are people brave enough to be first responders.
When Merrill and Tony Hodge first bought the Dearborn Street building that housed a mini-mall back in 2004, they thought they would just conti…
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Charlotte County Public School students in grades K-12 will exhibit their colorful, imaginative artwork in the Visual Arts Center galleries th…
This only happens once a year in Punta Gorda.
The Southwest Florida Symphony, Lee County’s only professional orchestra, and the fourth oldest in the State of Florida, closes its 58th Seaso…
Venice Musicale will present its 2019 scholarship winners in concert at 3 p.m. on May 2, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 508 Riviera St., Veni…
On April 28 at 3 p.m. the North Port Concert Band, under the direction of Lynn Cleary, guest conductor, will present “On The Menu.”
When I travel somewhere, even if it’s just a town over, I head for a place where I can get a true sense of the local flavor.
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Celebrate the start of the weekend at Food Truck Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. April 26 at Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town lo…
The Venice Municipal Airport Festival Grounds will be lined April 26 with team campsites of enthusiasts in the fight against cancer.
Florida Studio Theatre proudly presents "A Beary Big Adventure & Other Winning Plays," a collection of plays inspired by the imaginations …
Florida Studio Theatre announces that, in association with the National New Play Network (NNPN), it will produce and host the NNPN Women in Pl…
For its final offering of the 2018-2019 mainstage season, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) will present the Nate Jacobs-penned original m…
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Fresh off their Southwest Florida holiday tour in December, the family-fronted J3 Vocal Showband are getting back on the road playing what the…
With so many restaurant choices, old and newer, in the Southwest Florida market, the food industry is facing an increased demand for fresh, et…
Thanks to his mom, Tony Kelly can pinpoint the moment his art career began.
I will freely admit that I really don’t know a lot about birds.
The Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents Mama Won’t Fly playing now through April 28. Laugh your way across the USA with this ferociously funny …
Have you ever had the spirit move you? Experience a “Drawn to the Word” worship and artistic experience during which artist and Pastor Paul Om…
