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    Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival

    Saturday, December 6th 8:00AM - 8:00PM

    Get ready for an unforgettable day of live blues music at the Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival Presented by Bank of America! Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Waterside Park at Lakewood Ranch for a lineup of top blues performers. Indulge in delicious local food and drinks, explore unique ven…

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    Lunch with Santa at Good Liquid Brewing Co.

    Saturday, December 6th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Good Liquid Brewing Company from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa,…

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    Breakfast with Santa at Forked

    Sunday, December 7th 9:00AM - 11:00AM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Forked from 9 AM to 11 AM! Enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical meal includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activities, a…

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    Breakfast with Santa at GROVE

    Sunday, December 7th 9:30AM - 12:00PM

    It's the most wonderful breakfast of the year! Get ready for a magical breakfast with a sprinkle of holiday wonder because Santa's making a stop at our place! Savor a hearty breakfast buffet crafted by our award-winning chefs, complete with a dash of holiday magic. But the fun doesn't stop…

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    Lunch with Santa at Twisted Pit

    Sunday, December 7th 2:00PM - 4:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Twisted Pit from 2 PM to 4 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activiti…

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    Amber's Making Waves - Coastal Christmas Canvas Workshop

    Tuesday, December 9th 6:30PM - 8:30PM

    Have you ever wanted to try the art of resin? Do you love the ocean and Christmas and want a fun night out with your friends? Join us for an in-store class at Rooted and Free featuring Amber's Making Waves! A Making Waves class with your instructor, Amber of Ambers Making Waves, is the perfect…

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    Petals & Peace: Flowers Eco-Painting + Meditation at The Wellness Space

    Wednesday, December 10th 12:00PM - 1:30PM

    Pause during the holiday rush and gift yourself presence. In this gentle circle, Maria from The Wellness Space will guide you through reflective journaling and meditation, while Sophie from Mindful Blooms leads you in flower eco-printing to create your own piece of artwork, to gift to someone specia…

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    Prenatal Yoga at The Wellness Space

    Wednesday, December 10th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    A gentle, supportive prenatal yoga class designed to help expecting mothers build strength, ease tension, and connect with their changing bodies. Guided by Gabriela Anachuri, RYT 200, this class offers mindful movement and breathwork to support pregnancy wellness and prepare for birth. Minimum 12…

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    UPLIFT at The Wellness Space

    Thursday, December 11th 5:00PM - 6:30PM

    UPLIFT is a monthly, in-person gathering for wellness professionals, coaches, therapists, healers, and entrepreneurs. It’s a space designed just for you, to support your self-care, your practice growth, and your professional development in an encouraging, real-world way. Each 90-minute session …

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, December 12th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. December 12th: How the Grinch Stole Christmas Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE Che…

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    The Jingle 5K Run/Walk

    Friday, December 12th 7:00PM - 9:00PM

    The Publix Jingle 5K is a festive, family favorite holiday event! The 3.1 mile evening course is fun and festive with ambient street and portable lights illuminating your way, snow machines, holiday music and more! After you cross the Finish Line, enjoy the huge post-race party including delic…

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    Breakfast with Santa at Ed's Tavern

    Saturday, December 13th 9:00AM - 11:00AM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Ed's Tavern from 9 AM to 11 AM! Enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical meal includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activiti…

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    Shape It Up, Winter Friends - Arts & Crafts

    Saturday, December 13th 11:00AM - 12:00PM

    Get ready for some festive fun with our Shape It Up Winter Friends craft! Little artists will use colorful paper squares and circles to build their own snowman, Christmas tree, and reindeer—each bursting with personality and holiday cheer. This hands-on activity helps children practice fine motor …

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    Lunch with Santa at Agave Bandido

    Saturday, December 13th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Agave Bandido from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activ…

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    Blissful Goat Yoga at Good Liquid Brewing

    Saturday, December 13th 2:00PM - 3:00PM

    Get ready to laugh, relax, and do some yoga with a twist! Join us for Baby Goat Yoga at Good Liquid Brewing Company. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for all ages and experience levels (must be 9 years or older). You goat this! 🐐 Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring an old towel or …

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    A Very Merry Ornament Workshop at GROVE

    Sunday, December 14th 10:30AM - 3:00PM

    Join us for a joyful family-friendly event where you can unleash your inner artist in a festive atmosphere! Choose your favorite ornament and let your creativity shine as you paint it, creating a special keepsake to cherish for years to come. Guided by the talented artisans from Arts A Blaze, you'll…

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    Lunch with Santa at Allswell

    Sunday, December 14th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Allswell from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa and a chance to mak…

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    Lunch with Santa at Allswell

    Sunday, December 14th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Allswell from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa and a chance to mak…

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    Lunch with Santa at Allswell

    Sunday, December 14th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Allswell from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa and a chance to mak…

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    ODA Thunder Athletic Club Golf Tournament 2025

    Monday, December 15th 7:30AM - 4:00PM

    Join us for the annual ODA Golf Tournament on December 15, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club! This is ODA's biggest fundraiser of the year, and every dollar goes right back into supporting Thunder Athletics. There are plenty of ways to take part, play, sponsor, attend the reception, suppo…

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    Chanukah on Main Street

    Monday, December 15th 6:00PM - 8:00PM

    Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch for a Chanukah Celebration featuring World Renowned Israeli Singer and Entertainer Yoel Sharabi. Live Music, Latke Bar, Raffles, Face Painting, Balloon Sculpting, Doughnut Decorating, Judah The Maccabee, Dreidel Moonbounce, Fire Juggler, Falafel with …

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Aloha Ukulele Club of Lakewood Ranch

    Monday, December 15th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    🎄 Holiday Tunes with Aloha Ukulele 🎄 Join the Aloha Ukulele Club of Lakewood Ranch as they strum and sing Holiday favorites for the family. Playing traditional and contemporary tunes of the Season, the joyful sound of Aloha Ukes will give the gift of lighter hearts, silly fun and smiling fa…

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    Free Birds Group at The Wellness Space

    Tuesday, December 16th 10:30AM - 11:30AM

    “This isn’t the end of the story, it’s your next chapter.” We named this group Free Birds as a gentle nod to the iconic Lynyrd Skynyrd song—an anthem about letting go and embracing the unknown. It captures that tender moment of standing at the threshold: when the house quiets, the routines…

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    Navigating the Shift: A Panel on Menopause & Perimenopause

    Wednesday, December 17th 5:00PM - 6:00PM

    Join us for an open, empowering conversation about one of the most transformative—and often misunderstood—phases of a woman’s life. Whether you’re in the early waves of perimenopause or deep in the heart of menopause, this panel discussion is a space to be seen, supported, and better informe…

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    BREATH: A Guided Breathwork Journey at The Wellness Space

    Thursday, December 18th 5:30PM - 6:30PM

    Shamangelic Breathwork with Alexis is a transformative journey that blends guided breathwork, intuitive energy work, and heart-centered support to release emotional blockages, access deeper states of consciousness, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. This sacred experience invites you to shed what…

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    Holiday Gift Wrapping Get-Together at the Lakewood Ranch Library

    Thursday, December 18th 5:30PM - 7:00PM

    Why wrap alone when you can join in the fun at the Lakewood Ranch Library wrapping get- together! 🎁 Bring your own paper or choose some of ours & don’t forget to stop and decorate a pre-cut wooden window ornament! 🎄…

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    Adult Drop-In Art: Mini Wreath Ornaments

    Thursday, December 18th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Looking for a fun and simple craft project? 🎨 Want to exercise your creative muscles? 🖌️ Every month at the Lakewood Ranch Library we are doing a different craft, so come drop-in between the times of 6:00pm and 7:00pm for a fun art project! ✨…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble

    Friday, December 19th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Lakewood Ranch Festival Band – Sights & Sounds Concert Series Led by Music Director & Conductor Joe Martinez, the Lakewood Ranch Festival Band brings the spirit of the season to the Waterside Pavilion as part of the Sights & Sounds concert series. This 22-member ensemble of brass…

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    Breakfast with Santa at Remy's on Main

    Saturday, December 20th 9:00AM - 11:00AM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Remy's on Main from 9 AM to 11 AM! Enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical meal includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activ…

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    Lunch with Santa at Deep Lagoon

    Saturday, December 20th 12:00PM - 2:00PM

    Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Deep Lagoon from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa Claus himself, where kids and adults alike can savor delicious dishes while sharing their holiday wishes. This magical afternoon includes photo opportunities with Santa, festive activit…

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    Christmas on Main

    Saturday, December 20th 4:00PM - 8:00PM

    Make a new tradition with your family and friends this year at Christmas on Main, the biggest Christmas party in town. On December 20th from 4-8 pm, Grace Community Church is transforming Lakewood Ranch Main Street into a winter wonderland with free games, rides, and attractions for the whole family…

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    The Wellness Space December Book Club - The Comfort Book by Matt Haig

    Monday, December 22nd 5:00PM - 5:45PM

    📖 A space to gather, reflect, and grow together. Join us for a nourishing blend of inspiration and community as we explore books that awaken the mind, nurture the heart, and support the journey of embodied well-being. Each month, we’ll dive into a thoughtfully selected title, ranging from so…

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    Family Movie Nights at LWR Library

    Monday, December 22nd 5:30PM - 7:30PM

    December 22nd Family Movie Night: Elf! Come out and join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for Family Movie Night! This month’s feature is a Christmas classic, Elf! Show up in your comfy pjs, bring your fuzzy blankets and have a fun time! The movie will start at 5:30 pm and will run for 1 hour a…

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    Christmas Eve at Grove

    Wednesday, December 24th 3:30PM - 9:00PM

    Celebrate Christmas Eve with us! Enjoy our special Holiday Menu starting at 3 PM, and make this festive night unforgettable with delicious food and joyful company.

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    Christmas Day at Grove

    Thursday, December 25th 11:00AM - 8:00PM

    Join Grove in savoring the spirit of the season as they extend their warmest wishes and an invitation to make merry memories with them. They will be open on Christmas Day from 11 am to 8 pm, serving their chef-created Holiday Menu.…

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    New Year's Eve at GROVE

    Wednesday, December 31st 3:00PM - 11:59PM

    Celebrate New Year's Eve with us! Enjoy our special Holiday Menu and make this festive night unforgettable with delicious food and joyful company. Restaurant Hours: 3 pm - Midnight

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    New Year's Eve at Waterside Place

    Wednesday, December 31st — Thursday, January 1st 7:00PM - 12:00AM

    ✨ Get ready to GLOW! ✨ Ring in the New Year at Waterside Place with an electrifying block-party celebration that shines brighter than ever. Dance the night away with live music from #NoFilter, fuel up with delicious bites from food trucks and sweet treat vendors, and rack up point…

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    A Mad Hatter NYE Party at GROVE

    Wednesday, December 31st 8:00PM - 11:59PM

    Step into whimsy and welcome 2026 in spectacular style at our Mad Hatter NYE Party! Enjoy a vibrant evening filled with playful elegance, delicious bites, and high-energy entertainment. Guests will indulge in a lavish spread of heavy hors d'oeuvres and late-night desserts, while our live DJ keep…

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    Resin & Rose: A Shattered Glass Workshop at GROVE

    Wednesday, January 7th 4:00PM - 6:00PM

    Join us for a creative afternoon at GROVE as we partner with Shattered Glass DIY for a hands-on glass and resin art experience. Guests will design their own 12" x 12" framed art piece, choosing from two beautiful designs, Floral or Wave, while unwinding with wine and good company. Each ticket i…

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    Lakewood Ranch Mindful Triathlon

    Saturday, January 17th 7:00AM - 12:00PM

    Join us for the Lakewood Ranch Mindful Triathlon - a community-wide event with a healthy twist, presented by the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center and the ER at Fruitville. Unlike a traditional triathlon, this one focuses on mindfulness, movement, and connection. The LWR Mindful Tri features three …

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company

    Saturday, March 7th 4:00PM - 5:00PM

    A celebration of dance with The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company Showcasing a mix of traditional ballet and contemporary dance, this unique performance is a must for dance lovers. This is a special opportunity to see the talented dancers from The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company and students fro…

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