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Tavern-inspired Oak & Stone opens in Downtown Wellen
Oak & Stone is now open, featuring a 50-tap craft beer wall and casual family-friendly vibe in its newest location in Downtown Wellen. The two-story restaurant serves dinner, lunch and weekend brunch, accommodating up to 185 guests with indoor and alfresco dining areas, a bar and a 1,000-square-foot rooftop patio with views of downtown’s 80-acre Grand Lake. “We are thrilled […] The post Tavern-inspired Oak & Stone opens in Downtown Wellen first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Environmental Conservancy battles to preserve natural habitats in Sarasota, Charlotte counties
Barbara Lockhart can remember a time when places like Price and Sumter boulevards in North Port were the hinterlands. “All those slash pine trees used to go to the road,” Lockhart said, pointing, as she passes a 61-acre area on Sumter that is being cleared for a housing development. The majority of pines still stand, but Lockhart is not optimistic […] The post Environmental Conservancy battles to preserve natural habitats in Sarasota, Charlotte counties first appeared on Town Chronicle.
IT’S TIME FOR PUMPKIN ALL THE THINGS
It’s almost Halloween, so you might be in the market for a pumpkin to greet your trick-or-treaters. But not just any pumpkin — a jack-o’-lantern. If you are, now is the time to buy one. “A lot of people want a jack-o’-lantern,” said Bob Hochmuth, assistant director of the University of Florida | Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences’ North […] The post IT’S TIME FOR PUMPKIN ALL THE THINGS first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Doubloons and pesos and pieces of eight — and a close encounter with modern-day pirates
When you think of pirates, what comes to mind? Most likely, it’s the infamous (and very real) Blackbeard, the tipsy (and fictional) Capt. Jack Sparrow, or the debated (and possibly apocryphal) José Gaspar (known as Gasparilla). Of course, you also think about their treasure — gold doubloons and pieces of eight. We know that finding treasure, though rare, does occur. […] The post Doubloons and pesos and pieces of eight — and a close encounter with modern-day pirates first appeared on Town Chronicle.
In some parts of the world, Muscovies are a delicacy
The Muscovy duck is now a global inhabitant. They can be found from south Argentina to northern Mexico, as well as other parts of the United States, Canada, Australia, Africa and Northern Europe, according to a 2023 article by Jack Emery, “Muscovy Duck Habitat: Where do they come from? Their Range Today,” published on BeautyofBirds.com. Still other internet articles mention […] The post In some parts of the world, Muscovies are a delicacy first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Child Protection Center receives funds for prevention education
The Child Protection Center was selected by the Matthews Children’s Foundation to receive a grant in support of CPC’s Personal Safety and Community Awareness (PSCA) program. The funds will provide new equipment to be used in presentations on child abuse prevention and personal safety. Established in 1992, PSCA is the longest tenured prevention program in the state of Florida as […] The post Child Protection Center receives funds for prevention education first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Tips to help homeowners create a hurricane-ready landscape
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recently updated its outlook for the 2023 hurricane season and predicts there will be above-normal activity in the Atlantic this fall. It’s not too late to fortify yards and landscaping against storm season — and the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) offers simple steps homeowners and businesses can take to reduce storm […] The post Tips to help homeowners create a hurricane-ready landscape first appeared on Town Chronicle.
IslandWalk pickleballers put the “fun” in fundraiser to support Dollars for Mammograms
Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, and mammograms are critical for early detection of this disease — but not every woman can afford them. Over the last three years, IslandWalk Pickleball has hosted successful fundraisers in support of Dollars for Mammograms and is continuing this tradition. Since its inception in 2000, Dollars For Mammograms […] The post IslandWalk pickleballers put the “fun” in fundraiser to support Dollars for Mammograms first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Lakeside Bites opens in The Yard in Downtown Wellen
Lakeside Bites, the newest addition to The Yard in Downtown Wellen, is dishing up fresh-caught Florida seafood, paninis, rice bowls and super casual fare. Located in one of The Yard’s three retrofitted shipping containers, the eatery recently opened and offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. “We’re pleased to welcome Lakeside Bites as another […] The post Lakeside Bites opens in The Yard in Downtown Wellen first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Learn to grow food locally:
Communities are hungry for urban food production. Engagement continues at an all-time high when there is opportunity to grow food in containers, hydroponic systems, rooftops, community gardens and any available green space. Why? Urban food production, also called urban agriculture (edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ publication/FY1519), provides an avenue to grow food locally, fight food insecurity and reduce food deserts. But wait — there […] The post Learn to grow food locally: first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Registration is open for 7th Annual Dream Walk
Family Promise of South Sarasota County has announced registration, donation information and walk details for the 7th Annual Dream Walk. This event is a peerto peer fundraiser with a charity walk to raise funds to support Family Promise of South Sarasota County’s homeless prevention and diversion programs. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14. Funds raised from Dream […] The post Registration is open for 7th Annual Dream Walk first appeared on Town Chronicle.
When it comes to public spaces, every dog has its day
Dogs. They’re humans’ best friends. They live to please us. They protect us. They provide companionship. Cuddling a warm, furry dog makes us happy. They love us unconditionally. Many of us sleep with our dogs. We feed them the best food we can afford, and we make sure they make regular trips to the vet. Some dogs are trained to […] The post When it comes to public spaces, every dog has its day first appeared on Town Chronicle.
MISUNDERSTOOD. MISTREATED. MALIGNED. MUSCOVY
The words “neutral” and “Muscovy ducks” rarely appear in the same sentence. They seem to be either loved or hated, defended or derided. Pretty much everyone has an opinion. Meanwhile, the ducks, both ubiquitous in urban and suburban areas across Florida and oblivious to how they ruffle feathers, waddle along with their ungainly gait while the negative comments fly in […] The post MISUNDERSTOOD. MISTREATED. MALIGNED. MUSCOVY first appeared on Town Chronicle.
North Port welcomes 71 new businesses
Celebrating its tradition of fostering a thriving business community, the city of North Port once again played host on July 29 to the successful Business Welcome in Q2 2023, for new businesses that joined the city in April, May and June. The city celebrated the addition of 71 new businesses during this quarter. North Port entrepreneurs had a chance to […] The post North Port welcomes 71 new businesses first appeared on Town Chronicle.
North Port opens state-of-the-art water treatment plant in Wellen Park
In the city of North Port’s ongoing commitment to sustainably support the fast-growing North Port community, it has cut the ribbon on a brand-new, state-of-the-art water treatment plant. This facility, located in Wellen Park, signifies a watershed moment, as it’s the first in the United States to deploy a pressure exchanger within a brackish water reverse osmosis system. The Southwest […] The post North Port opens state-of-the-art water treatment plant in Wellen Park first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Prodigy Early Learning brings early childhood education to Wellen Park
Wellen Park continues to introduce more educational options for all ages with the announcement of Prodigy Early Learning, an innovative preschool for 200 children from infants to kindergarteners. The center will break ground in the fall on 2 acres at 11511 Mezzo Drive, near the new College Preparatory Academy at Wellen Park, and is expected to open about a year […] The post Prodigy Early Learning brings early childhood education to Wellen Park first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Change someone’s life — become a certified balance coach
Chances are you know someone who has fallen or who is afraid of falling. “A Matter of Balance” is a proven program designed to help people manage concerns about falls and increase physical activity. Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is looking for volunteers to help provide this program. “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” is conducted […] The post Change someone’s life — become a certified balance coach first appeared on Town Chronicle.
SCIENCE FICTION Double Feature
“Dammit, Janet!” — Brad Majors (Barry Bostwick), “ The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Barry Bostwick is doing the Time Warp again — in a way. The Tony Award-winning actor originated at least three roles on Broadway and also performed Shakespeare there. Yet he’s probably best known for running around in his underwear in a spooky castle populated with bizarre characters. […] The post SCIENCE FICTION Double Feature first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Wellen Park to host first Wedding Expo event at Solis Hall
Wellen Park is hosting its first Wedding Expo at Solis Hall — the region’s newest waterfront venue for weddings, community celebrations, business meetings, milestones and just-because events — in Downtown Wellen on Saturday, Sept. 16. The Wedding Expo will feature more than 20 local vendors in the wedding industry to help couples plan their big day. Interested guests can register […] The post Wellen Park to host first Wedding Expo event at Solis Hall first appeared on Town Chronicle.
Wander at Wellen experience introduces augmented reality in Downtown Wellen
Wellen Park is augmenting reality with a new interactive experience called Wander at Wellen, encouraging visitors to explore Downtown Wellen and see what comes to life. A blend of reality and digitally created content, Wander at Wellen adds another dimension to various points in downtown with QR codes and smartphones, including fish schooling around the floating dock, Florida butterflies fluttering […] The post Wander at Wellen experience introduces augmented reality in Downtown Wellen first appeared on Town Chronicle.
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