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This ‘bat girl’ champions area’s flying friends
Krysta Fowler might seem like an ordinary, mild-mannered high school student. But she’s really a superhero. At least, to bats. She doesn’t have to slide down a pole into a cave to don a costume. She doesn’t even have a costume, except for her Girl Scout uniform, which is embellished with just about every badge she could earn. But to […] The post This ‘bat girl’ champions area’s flying friends first appeared on Town Chronicle.
BLACK AND WHITE IN COLOR
When Clyde Butcher graduated college with a degree in architecture, he never thought that landscape photography would become his life’s work. Popular Photography magazine has described him as the next Ansel Adams, who is known as the father of landscape photography. Butcher was born in Kansas City, Missouri. His dad was a sheet metal worker, and he moved his family […] The post BLACK AND WHITE IN COLOR first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Back and blues
Venice and the surrounding areas are fortunate to have two men with the will, vision, and experience to resurrect one of the great Southwest Florida music festivals. After lying dormant for six years, the Venice Blues Festival returns in 2024 under new management. One of the festival’s original organizers, Steve Arvey, has teamed up with Nick Sperry, co-founder of Daisy […] The post Back and blues first appeared on Town Chronicle.
The fascinating life of “beach spiders”
The spring mating season is here for animals, birds and reptiles that inhabit Southwest Florida. There are hundreds of miles of shoreline and shallow areas that are ideal for these activities to take place. Many of these areas are extremely secluded and may not have had human intrusion for decades. Other areas are frequented by boaters, fisherfolk and beachgoers. If […] The post The fascinating life of “beach spiders” first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Embracing Our Differences celebrates 21 years of diversity
Embracing Our Differences, a nonprofit organization that celebrates individuality, common humanity, and diversity through art, is marking its 21st anniversary with its annual exhibit in Sarasota Bayfront Park. The annual, large-scale, juried exhibition runs through April 14. The program originated here in 2004, when the Florida Holocaust Museum’s traveling exhibit, “Coexistence,” was brought to Sarasota from the Museum on the […] The post Embracing Our Differences celebrates 21 years of diversity first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Manatee deaths drop
After seeing a surge of deaths in 2021 and 2022, the number of manatees that died in Florida last year dropped to 556, according to preliminary information posted on the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website. The total was down from 1,100 deaths in 2021 and 800 in 2022. Also, the commission said last year’s total was below a […] The post Manatee deaths drop first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Seagrass Awareness Month brings critical manatee food source to the forefront
March is Seagrass Awareness Month, and there has never been a more critical time to act to protect seagrass communities across Florida and a call to action for everyone to contribute to the health of these vital ecosystems. The state’s manatee population has now suffered four years of elevated mortality rates, largely due to seagrass loss. While the reduced mortality […] The post Seagrass Awareness Month brings critical manatee food source to the forefront first appeared on Town Chronicle.
FWC invites public to attend Youth Fishing Derby
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to a free youth freshwater fishing derby at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area in Lakeland from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 6. Pre-registration is required. A fishing license is not required on this particular weekend because it falls during a state-designated license-free freshwater fishing weekend (www.myfwc.com/license/recreational/do-i-needone/ free-fishing). This special event […] The post FWC invites public to attend Youth Fishing Derby first appeared on Town Chronicle.
NORTH PORT NEWS
Aloha NPAC Luau evening promises to be tropical like it’s hot! The city of North Port Parks & Recreation Department will be offering a festive luau evening at the water park for those ages 18 and older. The event will run from 6-9 p.m. Friday, April 26, at the North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., vd., North Port. […] The post NORTH PORT NEWS first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Private neighborhood amenities in Sunstone at Wellen Park officially open to residents
Residents of Sunstone in Wellen Park now have more activities to choose from with the neighborhood’s lakeside amenity campus officially open for use. Featuring a private clubhouse with a fitness center, pickleball courts and a heated spa, Sunstone’s resort-inspired amenities elevate the community’s vibrant, fun-filled lifestyle and emphasis on health, wellness and community connections. The beach-entry pool with a shade […] The post Private neighborhood amenities in Sunstone at Wellen Park officially open to residents first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Self-protection expert to give presentation at North Port Forward fundraiser
Laura Fogarty might be small, but she wouldn’t make for an easy victim. In fact, she’s not someone you want to tangle with. As independent director and safety educator for Damsel in Defense, she is well-versed in how to protect herself, and she’s on a mission to help others do the same. Her presentation will be the main event for […] The post Self-protection expert to give presentation at North Port Forward fundraiser first appeared on Town Chronicle.
HOG WILD
Mover and over, Burmese pythons. The dubious honor of being the most invasive of all wildlife species in Florida might belong to a porcine competitor. They have bristly hair … sharp, white tusks… may grow to 5 or 6 feet in length, and weigh more than 250 pounds. And they’re hungry. More than 500,000 wild hogs roam across the state, […] The post HOG WILD first appeared on Town Chronicle.
The “Circus of the Voices” showcases dynamic arts collaboration
The Circus Arts Conservatory (CAC) and Key Chorale are coming together again for an all-new production of Cirque des Voix: Circus of the Voices, a one-ofa kind performing arts experience. There will be three performances, with shows taking place March 22-23. Fourteen years ago, CAC co-founder, President & CEO Pedro Reis and Key Chorale’s Artistic Director Joseph Caulkins joined forces […] The post The “Circus of the Voices” showcases dynamic arts collaboration first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Circus Sarasota presents star-spangled lineup for 2024 show
From now through March 10, the Circus Arts Conservatory is bringing together an impressive roster of world-class circus artists for the 2024 installment of Circus Sarasota. With acts ranging from contortion, diabolo (juggling) and quick-change artistry to flying trapeze and the Double Wheel of Destiny, Circus Sarasota is sure to offer thrills, chills and plenty of laughs for audiences of […] The post Circus Sarasota presents star-spangled lineup for 2024 show first appeared on Town Chronicle.
FARMERS/GREEN MARKETS
The Phillippi Farmhouse Market is open from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays at 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. More than 50 vendors of locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, hanging baskets, shrubs and cut flowers, plus baked goods, barbecue, arts and crafts and live music. Continues Wednesdays through April. Free. www.farmhousemarket.org. Venice Farmers Market takes place from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. […] The post FARMERS/GREEN MARKETS first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Rominiecki’s vision for Selby Gardens is becoming reality
Ten years ago, Jennifer Rominiecki never dreamed she’d be living in Florida. She was working as vice president for institutional advancement at the New York Botanic Gardens when she was contacted by Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota. “I started out in visual art at the Guggenheim Museum, moved on to performing art at the Metropolitan Opera, and ended up […] The post Rominiecki’s vision for Selby Gardens is becoming reality first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Selby Gardens unveils $51.6 million phase one renovation
From the moment visitors to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota park their cars, they are in for a surprise. Last month, the gardens opened phase one of its master plan as president and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki and board chair Joel Morganroth cut the ribbon at its grand opening, which was attended by hundreds of donors, other guests and members […] The post Selby Gardens unveils $51.6 million phase one renovation first appeared on Town Chronicle.
VT continues to be “the little theater that wouldn’t die”
When you think of a building that stands out in the community of Venice as an icon, certainly the Venice Theatre’s prominent tower in the heart of downtown comes to mind. When traveling southbound on U.S. 41 at the bypass, heading over the bridge, you’d be hard-pressed to miss it. When that facility opened in the 1970s, the local media […] The post VT continues to be “the little theater that wouldn’t die” first appeared on Town Chronicle.
“Jagged Little Pill” is not your typical jukebox musical
The tagline for “Jagged Little Pill: The Musical” proclaims: “Some shows you see. This show you feel.” “It’s a big way to describe it,” says Julie Reiber. Reiber plays Mary Jane, the mother of a struggling family, in the national Broadway touring production. She’s the third woman to play the role, and she began the tour this past September. “The […] The post “Jagged Little Pill” is not your typical jukebox musical first appeared on Town Chronicle.
NORTH PORT NEWS
The smoke-free ordinance takes effect March 1 Effective March 1, Ordinance 2023-33 goes into effect. The ordinance was adopted by the City Commission this past November and prohibits smoking in city parks. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, filtered cigars, pipes, and other devices that can be used to inhale, exhale, burn, or carry tobacco products. Per Florida state statute, unfiltered […] The post NORTH PORT NEWS first appeared on Town Chronicle.
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