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Open the Door... for a night of Recognition & Refreshments hosted by the Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation! This event is all about celebrating the amazing individuals and organizations that make our community great. Come mingle, enjoy some delicious hors d'oeuvres and drinks, and help us …
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The Aloha Ukulele Club of Lakewood Ranch is so pleased to “Rock Around the Christmas Tree” with some Holiday Tunes at the Waterside Place Plaza on December 5th at 6PM. We love spreading a “joyous noise.” We meet several times a month to jam, learn new songs, and perform around Sarasota and M…
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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 7, 2024, 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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Wear you most festive apparel and bring the whole family to join FIT4MOM for a Santa Dadurday at Summerfield Community Park. Join with or without your strollers for a 60-minute heart-pumping HIIT style workout. Bring the dads along for some festive fun and a great workout. Kiddos need …
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Get ready to deck the halls with an ornament making class just for kids! Bring your crafty kiddos and sprinkle some extra sparkle to your home this festive season!
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Keep the party going at the Post-Blues Festival Bar Crawl at Waterside Place! 🎉 After the festival, head over to any of our awesome restaurant merchants—stop by just one, or make it a mini crawl and hit them all! 🍹🍔 Each spot is serving up exclusive drink specials, so you can sip, snac…
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Join Monkee's for a special trunk Show with Found Made Goods! Shop their unique thrifted treasures, from hand-painted ornaments to upcycled garlands adorned with pom-poms, sequins, and bells.
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Good Liquid Brewing & Distillery has been mentioned in Kelly Stilwell's 100 Things to Do in Sarasota Before You Die book! Join Good Liquid Brewing and Kelly Stilwell for a book signing at the brewery on December 8th from 10am-2pm.…
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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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Men are invited to sip Bourbon, shop the stylish 1764 Men's Golf Line at Monkee's trunk show, and snag a little something special for their favorite girls.
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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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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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Join us for a delightful holiday experience at McGrath's Kitchen from 11 AM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive brunch 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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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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Join the DD-214 Jeepers for a Jeep only car show raising funds to help out local veterans in need. All proceeds going to DD-214 Jeepers Inc, a 501c3 organization. To register your Jeep, click here. …
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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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Will you Flow for Pinot? Life is about balance, right? Disconnect from your routine and reconnect with you. Join us for this special Holiday Edition: Candlelight Yoga In The Ballroom. Class Time: 6:30-7:30 pm Check-In: 6:15 pm Cost: $25 Includes class with Karissa Karma Yoga, win…
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Modern Marimba is a vibrant cultural hub in Southwest Florida, dedicated to bringing marimba music to life through compelling musical performances and educational programs. Join Modern Marimba for a free performance, titled "Yule Love the Marimba". It will be light chamber music celebrating divers…
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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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Make a new tradition with your family and friends this year at Christmas on Main, the biggest Christmas party in town. On December 21st 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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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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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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Ring in the New Year with McGrath’s Kitchen & Cocktails! Join us for a celebration filled with live music, a decadent dinner buffet, and a sparkling champagne toast to welcome 2025 in style! When: December 31stTime: 5 PM – 9 PMPrice: Adults $39.99 | Kids 12 & Under $19.99 Bring your l…
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Get ready for an epic night of live music by DJ Truth, food, beer and drinks, adult games, and kids area! Ring in the new year with a live drone light show!
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Get ready to glow at our Neon Nights NYE Party in the GROVE Ballroom! Step into a vibrant evening filled with bright colors and glow furniture. This electric soirée features a delectable selection of heavy hors d'oeuvres and late-night desserts, alongside a pulsating dance floor where our DJ wil…
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Triplets and high-energy musicians, The Lubben Brothers have spent the last 20 years pioneering an original sound steeped in lyrical sensitivity, rich vocal harmonies, and the multi-instrumental flair of the American folk tradition. Composers as well as musicians, the Lubben Brothers have written mu…
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Ring Sarasota invites you to celebrate their 15th performance season with a musical journey through the year. Celebrate! Join the Party! features a vibrant selection of handbell arrangements, each piece capturing the essence of a different month. From the sunny optimism of "Aquarius/Let the Suns…
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