Sunday, March 10, 2013
This family event has free admission and showcases rescue horses from out West.
One of the adantages to living in southwest Florida is access to rural, Old Florida places and events, such as today's free open house today at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary. The nonprofit is hosting its 2nd Annual Open House at 712 Roy Moore Rd, at the Manatee County line. See James Malcolm, one of the trainers, work with Chevy, a rescue and wild mustang from out West and several other horses. This one-of-a-kind event lets people see up close wild horses rescued from western states, where they abused, neglected or designated to be slaughtered. Folks also have a chance to see the new facility, with 10 stall barns, as well as recent arrivals now in the care of the anctuary and its dedicated volunteers. There will be great food and upclose …
Monday, July 23, 2012
Which local fishing shop do you think is the best?
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Monday, July 23, 2012
Summer is here, and everybody's looking for something new to do. What better time to revisit the best local hot spots in Bradenton? Until Aug. 17, we're collecting votes for Readers' Choice 2012 in 25 categories, from the best movie theater in town to the best zoo in the Tampa Bay area. Voting will begin July 23. Which local fishing shop would you recommend?
Who do you think has the best miniature golf?
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Monday, July 23, 2012
Summer is here, and everybody's looking for something new to do. What better time to revisit the best Bradenton spots for fun? Until Aug. 17, we're collecting votes for Readers' Choice 2012 in 25 categories, from the best movie theater in town to the best zoo in the Tampa Bay area. Voting will begin July 23. Which miniature golf course would you recommend?
Monday, May 21, 2012
From Caladesi Island to Siesta Key, there are plenty of renowned beaches just a day trip away.
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Monday, May 21, 2012
With Memorial Day weekend and its rising gas prices on the horizon, we're in luck: There are plenty of celebrated beaches within a one-tank trip of the Tampa Bay area. Which local beach is your favorite? Maybe it's Siesta Key, named best beach in the U.S. in 2011. Farther north, Fort De Soto beach and Caladesi Island took top honors in 2005 and 2008. Or maybe you prefer Anna Maria Island, St. Pete Beach or Clearwater Beach, which are perennial vacation favorites. Here's a rundown of some of the most popular coastal destinations in the greater Bay area — just follow the links below for directions and information. Cast your vote for your favorite beach in the poll below. Did we miss your favorite? Please let us know in the comments. About …
Monday, May 7, 2012
From Sarasota to Tarpon Springs, there are plenty of excellent museums just a day trip away.
School is almost out for the summer, and parents in the Tampa Bay area are in luck: There are plenty of esteemed museums within an hour's drive of the Tampa Bay area. Which local museum is your favorite? Here's a rundown of art, science and history destinations across the Bay area — just follow the links for hours, directions and upcoming events. Cast your vote for your favorite museum in the poll below. Did we miss your favorite? Please let us know in the comments. About Readers' Choice: Voting is open from 9 a.m. Monday to 9 a.m. Friday. Any ties will be broken based on reader comments and reviews. Poll choices represent a sampling of local businesses and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Would you like a free business listing in the…
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12:35 pm on Monday, March 11, 2013
OK not so clear in the body of this article? Sunday? Did this event already happen or is it this coming Sunday the 17th? And perhaps the time of the event if it hasn't happened yet.... more ›