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R B PARRISH U Parrish Village News R Est. 1850 T A U C I F For copies of this newspaper, please visit www.ParrishFlorida.info N G O U R In this issue of the Volume 23, Issue 2 February 2016 FREE Parrish Village News Saturday, March 5, 2016 Parrish Heritage Day Parade, e t l n l oo Parade starts at 10:30 AM Qucik and easy to make on 121st Avenue recipes are on the menu estival and Chili Cook Off for February. See page 5. at the Florida Railroad Museum 12210 83rd Street East, Parrish Gates open at 11:00 AM Ralph tells us about Adult Tickets $5.00 if purchased before the event - having dinner with a Dubrovnik family $10.00 at the gate. Children 12 and under FREE!!!!! on page 5. TicketsTickets may may be be purchased purchased in inadvance advance at atthe the Parrish Parrish 7 Eleven7 Eleven and and the ParrishParrish Y.Y. Chili Tasting from over 30 Teams, ChiliTrain Tasting Rides, Rock from Climbing over 30Wall, Teams, Kid’s BungeeTrain Trampoline, Rides, Rock Pony Rides,Climbing Face Wall,Painting, Ice Pro Sculpture, Live Music, Food and Drinks, Vendors! Kid’s BungeeFun for Trampoline, Everyone!!!! Pony Rides, Ice Pro Sculpture, Live Music, Food and Drinks, Special NewBounce Attraction: Houses, Parrish Vendors! Pioneering Bob the Wine Guy tells us Cracker Trail Wagon, Bullwhip Maker, Singers, Fiddlers, Dobro Player, GuitarFun Player, for FloridaEveryone!!!! Cattle, Mini Donkeys, about wines that go with Chair Caning, Story Telling, Broom Making, Hand Spinning, chili on page 8. Special NewQuilting, Attraction: Moonshine Parrish Still Pioneering Cracker Trail Wagon, Bullwhip Maker, Singers, Fiddlers, All proceeds go to Dobro Player, Guitar Player, Florida Cattle, Mini Donkeys, ChairThe Caning, Parrish Story Foundation Telling, Broom Grant Making, Fund. Quilting, GrantsHand were Spinning, recently Moonshine awarded Still to the following organizations who serve the Parrish community and residents: Commissioner en of o Bl Bustle to Hold Town Hall Meeting The Parrish Y, Florida Railroad Museum, Boy Scouts Troopin 41,Parrish on February 18 Over the past several o t 4 he plans to bring County Administrator Ed Hunzeker and along with months theManatee Civic Asso County- Youth Rowing, several Department Heads to be sure everything is covered. ciationEsther’s has received School, many Parrish Arts Council, The meeting will be held at the Parrish Y at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Andrea talks about how inquiriesPalmetto about High various School Biomedical Program, February 18. If you want to be sure the topic you are interested in will rumored or actual projects be covered drop us an email at [email protected] and tell us what negativity impacts your llenton - on l life on page 9. in Parrish. Questions like you want to hear discussed. And if you are just interested in hearing “When t is the B t t stop light e n n ente what’s going to be happening in Parrish we will see you at the Y at 7:00 at the e ell intersection Ho e of Ft. e l on eel on February 18th. The Parrish Y is located at 12214 US Highway 301 Hamer/121st AvenueManatee and County 4 H, N in Parrish.
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intendent of Schools) for a presentation followed by a Q&A session. Saturday, March 5, 2016 That meeting was well attended so the Civic Association has invited our STD PRSRT Parrish Heritage Day District Commissioner Larry Bustle to come out and talk with us and Festival Chili Cook Off answer our questionsParris about what’s illage happening e s in Parrish. As support Parrish Village News PAGE 2 Did You Know Parrish Village News Message from the Editor The next two months should be a really exciting for Parrish! These Facts We have a Parrish Civic Association Meeting scheduled for February 18 at the Parrish Y. about the Our featured speaker will be Commissioner Larry Bustle, Commissioner of District 1. He will be bringing some department heads from Manatee County Government and the Humane Society of meeting will be in a Town Hall format. Compose your questions about the county, road situations, parks, building projects, the Fort Hamer Boat Ramp and Hidden Harbor Park Manatee O cial publication of the project and bring them along to get addressed at the meeting. We hope you will attend. Parrish Civic Association, County? a non profit coporation. On Saturday, March 5 the biggest event in Parrish will occur: the Parrish Heritage Day P. O. Box 257 Parade, Festival and 5th Annual Chili Cook Off. In four years this event has raised over Parrish, FL 34219 $110,000 which has all been returned to those not for profit organizations who serve the residents of Parrish like 4 H, Meals on Wheels PL S, Rocky Bluff Library, Cub Scout Pack 41 and Boy Scout Troop 41, Esther’s School, FELT (Feeding Empty Little Tum- Cookie Jordan mies), the Parrish Y Scholarship Program, Ellenton - Parrish Lions Club, Palmetto High Publisher and Editor School Biomedical Program, Parrish Search and Rescue and other groups in our com- 941-776-9019 munity. These grants helps the organizations do their important work and help people in [email protected] our community. 5,742 spay/neuter surgeries were Please come to the Heritage Day Parade and Chili Cook Off. Your support means so completed in the last fiscal year (an ol nteer taff much to this community plus you and your family will have a great time with lots of activities for children, bands with good music, good food and beverages, vendors with increase of 829 over the previous crafts and art, the Parrish Pioneering area, and lots of good chili. I can ensure that you year) Advertising Manager will have a good time! Gene Orlowski [email protected] 658 free spay/neuter surgeries Then, later in March (the weekends of March 11th and 18th) A Day with Thomas will were performed for local residents’ return to the Florida Railroad Museum. This activity brings people from all across Contributors Florida to see it and enjoy. It’s always a big “draw” for families and children. Go to pets (grant funded) their website at www.frrm.org to find out more about tickets and times. Ralph Bellrose Travel 1,098 free spay/neuter surgeries Another offering is occurring at the Florida Railroad Museum: the Skeeter Meteor were performed for local rescue Murder Mystery! This show is being performed on February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 and Andrea Harkins organizations (grnt funded) March 5 and 6. These shows always are good. Usually Act 1 is performed on the trip Motivational Blogger and Writer to Willow, Act 2 is performed at Willow while having dinner and Act 3 is performed on the return train ride. Also, on the return train ride, the murderer is revealed! You won’t 74 heartworm positive dogs were Patrick McGinnis want to miss these performances either. Pets Plus in Parrish treated So, there is a lot going on in Parrish. Take advantage of our community’s offerings and Stacy McKee From October 1, 2014 to Septem- have a good time right here! Y News ber 30, 2015:
Ben Jordan [email protected] Sign Up for 422 dogs were adopted Cookie Jordan 462 cats were adopted [email protected] Chili Cook Off or A total of 884 new best friends! Bob Monica Plan to Attend [email protected] The committee planning the 2016 Parrish Chili Cook Off is meeting weekly and 30 e on Pro t Pet Health Cen- Leslie Wells teams have already committed for this year’s Chili Cook Off. Remember that team posi- ter Opened on September 9, 2015 Real Estate tions at the event are chosen in the order of their signup – first one that signs up gets first with Low Cost Surgery and Vac- choice of position. Last year’s runner up, Gator Plumbing and Heating, has already sent cination Prices: Joann B. Larson word to last year’s winner the Parrish Village News Chili Chicks that they are coming Extension Service after them and the word is that FPL’s team is trying out some new recipes. So, if you have a business or group that wants to have a lot of fun and meet a lot of great Parrish area Spay/Neuter Package Fees Kathryn Newman people, go to www.parrishchili.com and sign your team up now. It is great exposure and Vaccine Packages Inspirational Stories a great way to show that you support our Parrish Community. Heartworm/Flea Protection This is the fifth annual Chili Cook Off. Remember, the event is Saturday, March 5, 2016. There are lots of vendors already signed up -- food, beverages, arts and crafts and Norma Kennedy The Pet Health Center is located [email protected] others. There will be lots of activities for the entire family including the kids with bands, pony rides, bumjee trampoline, bounce houses and an obstacle course for children. If you at 2415 14th Street West, Jackie Felix need any more information in addition to what’s on the website, send an email to Cookie Bradenton, FL Insurance News and Tips Jordan at [email protected]. 941-747-8808
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This newspaper is printed by Sun Coast Media Group Venice, FL Sunday, February 14, 2016: 9:15 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2016: 8:00 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2016: Blood- It is a non-pro t newspaper - 12:45 p.m., Peace Presbyterian Church, - 5:30 p.m., Lecom College of Osteopathic mobile, Manatee Technical College, 8:00 which is distributed for free. 12705 State Road 64, Lakewood Ranch, Medicine, 5000 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 5520 Lakewood Ranch FL 34212. Bradenton, FL 34211 Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211. Parrish Resident Parrish Village News PAGE 3 Pauline Dotson Now at Creative Edge Hair Studio Celebrates 100th Birthday Amanda Davis
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At right Pauline is pictured with some of her 65 family and friends who helped her celebrate her 100th birthday. Parrish resident Pauline Dotson celebrated her 100th birthday at the West Coast Church in Parrish on January 14th. About 65 friends and family gathered to wish her well with cards, gifts and best wishes. She retired to Manatee County in 1978 after teaching math for 38 years in West Virginia, Ohio and Florida. She was widowed in 2002 after 63 years of marriage. All three of her children helped her celebrate along with 5 grandchil- dren, and 7 great grandchildren. She will be a great, great grandmother in March. When asked for her secret for long life, she said, “Just keep on living!”
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For tickets or sponsorship information, visit manateeymca.org or contact Stacey McKee at [email protected]. Heat Busters for the 3rd year in a row has stepped up to the plate and sponsored the Palmetto High School Tiger Duals Wrestling Tournament. We are still a little dismayed The Y.TM For a better us.TM that the county school doesn’t have more financial support for these young men who work so hard to excel on the mat while achieving a required GPA. I am always amazed at the tenacity of these young men. This sport requires that the student meet his opponent one on one on the mat; they are accountable for their actions, their loss or their victory, there is no blaming a quarterback for a bad throw - it’s all on them. That’s accountability, character. Parrish Village News PAGE 4 F MI OW ED OPE ED I CE 19 4
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Parrish Village News PAGE 5 Cooking with Cookie Yugoslavia Hearty Main Dishes and Quick to Prepare (Dubrovnik - Home Visit) This cool weather has inspired me to prepare some good main Ralph Bellrose dishes, but then again I don’t want to spend all afternoon in the kitchen preparing them. Here are a few I like for February.
Honey Pecan Pork Chops (pictured at right) 1 1/4 pounds boneless pork loin, pounded thin 1 2 cup all-purpose our Dubrovnik - a panoramic view. Salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbsp. butter 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded One of the most interesting features of a Grand Circle Tour is the “Home Visit,” where 1/4 cup honey small groups of tourists meet and dine with a local family. Our bus trip at sunset into the 1/4 cup chopped pecans Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In hills above Dubrovnik, gave us some breathtaking views of the city and the blue Adriatic. a skillet over medium heat, cook We stopped in a small village, split up, and followed our host families to their homes. Our group had four couples; and, after a cold, ten minute, uphill walk, we arrived at the In a shallow dish, mix together our, and stir the ground beef and onion farmhouse of Sophia and Mikhail on land that has been occupied by Mikhail’s extended salt and pepper. Dredge pork cutlets until beef is browned. Drain, and family for over 300 years. in the our mixture. In a large skil- allow to cool sightly. In a bowl, One of the “gifts” Napoleon gave Croatia during his short reign was Napoleonic Law, let, melt butter over medium-high mix the cooked beef and onion, egg, which requires that on the death of an owner, property must be divided equally among all ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. heat. Add cutlets and brown both the surviving heirs. It seems eminently fair; however, over several generations it results sides. Transfer to a warm platter. Spread the corn in bottom of the pie in a patchwork of small plots of land that are almost unmanageable unless the owners get Mix honey and pecans in pan drip- crust. Layer with the beef mixture. along and agree to cooperate. Several generations of Mikhail’s family live nearby, and pings. Heat through, stirring con- Spoon the mashed potatoes over the make this arrangement work. Croatia has a bloody history; and, the older people identify stantly. Pour sauce over cutlets. beef and top with cheese. Bake 30 with the land in a way most Americans can’t comprehend. They are connected to the soil. minutes in the preheated oven until It defines their existence. The well-educated young take a very different view (Croatia Yield: 4 servings. cheese is bubbly and browned. provides free schooling through college to those who pass the admissions tests); they’re more interested in modern technology and the social advantages of living in the cities. Turkey Tetrazzini Yield: 8 servings. Working on a rock strewn farm, trying to eke out a subsistence living, has very little ap- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil peal. A family crisis is looming. 1/2 cup onion, chopped Shrimp Francesca Mikhail is an engineering o cer on a cruise ship and is often away from home. He 10 ounces sliced, white, button 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, previously worked on a container-ship and has sailed around the world. He’s visited the mushrooms peeled and deveined United States, has relatives in San Francisco, and speaks excellent English. While he is 2 cups chicken broth 1 (8-ounce) can artichoke hearts in away, Sophia and his relatives look after the farm. Sophia is from a nearby village and 2 1/2 cups milk water, drained speaks a little English. She supplements their income by selling homemade jellies and 12 ounces spaghetti, uncooked 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread a delicious liqueur made from walnuts to tourists at one of the many farmers’ markets 2 cups cooked and shredded turkey crumbs Please see Yugoslavia CONTINUED ON PAGE 33 1/2 cup sour cream 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped 1 Tbsp. butter 1 lemon, juiced 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup butter Italian parsley, chopped 1 1/2 Tbsp. minced garlic 1 Tbsp. Romano cheese, shredded Heat the oil in a large pot on medium- high heat. Add the onion and mush- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. rooms and cook until starting to soft- Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch bak- en. Pour the chicken stock and milk ing dish. Arrange shrimp in the into the pot, cover and bring to a boil bottom of prepared baking dish. over high heat. Add the spaghetti Gently squeeze any excess liquid to the pot and cook until almost al- from the artichoke hearts and break dente, about 10 minutes. Stir in the the hearts into quarters. Arrange cooked turkey and finish cooking un- in spaces in between the shrimp. til the pasta is done. Take the pot off Sprinkle bread crumbs and pars- the heat, stir in the sour cream, but- ley over the shrimp and artichoke ter and cheese. Serve immediately hearts; sprinkle lemon juice over garnished with the chopped parsley. crumbs. Melt butter with garlic in small saucepan over medium-low Yield: 4 servings. heat; drizzle the butter mixture over bread crumbs. Sprinkle the top with Meat Loaf Pie Romano cheese. Bake in preheated 1 pound ground beef oven until the crumbs and cheese 1 small onion, chopped brown lightly and the shrimp turn 1 egg opaque and orange-pink, 10 to 12 1 Tbsp. ketchup minutes. Serve hot. 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 (8.75 oz.) can whole kernal corn Yield: 2 servings. 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes Bon appetit! Parrish Village News PAGE 6 Parrish Playworks Seeks Actors and Others: Interest ‘n’ Info Meeting and Auditions Announced
Local theater company Parrish Play- works announces a general Interest ‘n’ Info Meeting on Tuesday, February 2 from 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. for everyone interested in working on their show Red Rooster Tales, the original storytelling play about the early days of Manatee County. The meeting will be held at the historic chapel of the Parrish United Methodist Church, located at 12180 US Highway 301 N in Parrish, and is open for those who want to work backstage or onstage. Crew de- scriptions and duties will be discussed, as well as audition information for actors. “We are looking for people who want to make theater with us, not just perform- ers — although they are most welcome— but also folks who want to help build sets, construct costumes, paint scenery, sell tickets, handle props or work tech. There’s no show without them.” says ar- tistic director Karen Romant. Want to act, sing, or dance? Acting auditions will be held at the Parrish Y on Thursday, February 4 from 6:30 — 8:30 p.m., and again on Saturday, February 6 from 9:30 a.m. until 12 noon. The Par- rish Y is located at 12180 US Highway 301 N. Previous acting experience is Parrish Playworks, Inc. is a non-profit (501c3) theater group dedicated to bringing professionally-staged community performance to welcome, but not necessary. For details northern Manatee County. The 2014 premiere production of Red Rooster Tales featured performers, writers, designers, and crew — all about auditions, please visit our Parrish local talent — brought together to produce a show that gathered an audience of over1,000 people. Using theater to explore our history Playworks, Inc. Facebook page or web- and celebrate our culture, we are building community as we encourage individual creativity. To learn more, visit our Parrish Playworks, site at www.parrishplayworks.org. Inc. Facebook page or our website at www.parrishplayworks.org. Compassion l Ex ellen e l Relia ilit l Pri ate ut Ser i es l Medi are Certi ed l Companion Ser ices l Skilled Nursing l Personal Care l Physical Therapy l omemaking l ccupational Speech l ourly isits Nursing Therapy l edication anagement
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Our annual Parrish Heritage Parade and Chili Cook Off is only weeks away, so natu- [email protected] rally the time is right for planning which vintage to serve with your chili. Wine? Chili? Are you kidding? Absolutely not. Most people choose to match their chili with a beer – which is just fine. An IPA would be nice with a spicy chili. But there is undoubtedly a perfect wine varietal to accommo- date every dish. So let’s explore which may be the best option for you. Screen & Window Repair New screens, Re-screening, Replacement RED WINE Rollers, Reglazing, Balance Rods, Sliding Glass Cotes-du-Rhone – Don’t be surprised that we begin with a French wine. France is Door Rollers, Awning Window Operators the motherland for most American wine varietals anyway (Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, etc.) and the source of some of the best wine values. If you can get used to the French labels you may find better uality at lower prices. This Grenache based blend is 941-932-7819 rich in rustic avors enhanced by notes of round raspberry fruit. The combination will blend nicely on the palate, standing up to the strong avor profile found in most chili. Zinfandel – Our choice for pairing with almost any spicy, informal fare, particularly those that can be a bit greasy. Most ins (red, not pink) are fruity and robust with a solid core of berry fruit. The typically go great with burgers and tacos as well. Tempranillo – For those who choose to be a bit more daring Tempranillo is an in- triguing possibility. This is the primary red grape of Spain, especially from the Ribera del Duero and the Rioja regions. Its varietal characteristics include aromas and avors that combine elements of berryish fruit, herbaceousness, and an earthy-leathery minerality. This choice will also provide an ideal level of tannin to refresh the palate.
WHITE WINE Riesling Kabinett – If your chili recipe is hot and spicy, the natural antidote is some- thing sweet. These two avor profiles provide a natural balance. But don’t go off the charts with a mass-produced, sugary sweet version of Riesling. Choose a German Ries- ling abinett with avors that are more subtle and delicious. Champagne – This may be my favorite choice. First of all, don’t you just love the imagery of opposition – a working man’s dish with maître d’s sparkler? Well then, rejoice because the chilled temperature and toasty avors will also tame the ames while the bubbles tickle your nose. Rosé – I continue to promote the enjoyment of this varietal with deliciously ripe strawberry avors empowered by the dynamics of the red grape from which they are de- rived. Most are Grenache based, but there are Pinot Noir versions that are really special. So, by all means go to this year’s Cook Off with the entire family. It’s a great time and a great way to meet your Parrish neighbors and eat some great chili. But remember that when the menu turns to chili, the correct beverage may not be beer. Just sayin’. Exp. 3/15/16. Exp. 3/15/16. Exp. 3/15/16. Age 60 and older. ID’s please. Exp. 3/15/16. ID’s Age 60 and older. Parrish Village News PAGE 9 Negativity in Your Face Bring your I admit it. I’m a peacemaker. Al- ways have been. Always will be. I hate to see someone unhappy. I try to fi gure out why. I take the time to lis- ten. I smile. I nod. I let them know that it is okay, whatever they are feeling. SWEETHEART It makes me feel useful, to be a good listener, and productive, to be a good writer. Kind words and feelings have to lunch a place in my heart and it takes a lot to dissuade me from sharing them or from feeling compassion. I admit even more. South Bay Hospital invites you to bring I hate it when someone doesn’t like me. What’s not to like? Silly ques- your sweetheart to a free lunch. tion, I know. Some people think I’m too nice. Some think I have a hidden agenda, that I want something in return. Andrea F. Harkins All I can say, is “I am me.” There’s no Karate Teacher at Parrish YMCA, changing it, and I suppose if you don’t motivational blogger February 11, 2016 • 12:00 p.m. www.themartialartswoman.com like me, there’s not a lot I can do about United Methodist Church that either. The politics of life can be very demanding. I once tried to decipher what I could be doing wrong. Why wouldn’t everyone like me? of Sun City Center I fi nally fi gured it out, and it took a good half of my lifetime. Diff erent personali- 1210 West Del Webb Boulevard ties exist in the world. Not everyone has the same viewpoint I have. Not everyone has the same vision. Everyone can be subject to scrutiny, even me. Now, I’m able to Sun City Center, FL 33573 recognize that it’s not always my fault. 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While your fi rst thought is to lash out, waiting a little bit of time before respond- ing may help you realize that no response is the best response of all. When you don’t foster ongoing negative communication about an issue, you can more easily let go of the person it in the long run. 3. Decide that you will not tolerate negativity. you love. Block, unfriend, or disconnect from whomever is tossing negativity your way. Social media can be hurtful or helpful. When it starts be- ing hurtful in any way, you can walk away from it. Put the computer away, the phone down, and let things settle. Or, get rid of the negativity by un- friending anyone whose values do not align with yours. The control is yours. 4. Advise others that you are not interested in hearing their third-party summaries of what they have heard about you. 4016 Sun City Center Boulevard • Sun City Center, FL 33573 Some friends think they SouthBayHospital.com Please see Negativity CONTINUED ON PAGE 43 Parrish Village News PAGE 10 Great activities planned at the library for February February means a ot of great activities at Rocky Bluff o ky l ff ook Cl on h rsday Fe r ary of the craft and ethics of art, Shapiro’s novel is a lively Library: from chess and board games to the “Any Book The book Club selection for January is The Art Forger ride, melding Claire’s discoveries with fi ctionalized 19th- Club,” from PJ Story Time to the Kids’ Book Club, from by B. A. Shapiro. century letters from [Isabella Stewart] Gardner that hint at computer classes to an Art Club for ages 8 to 12, from Pre- In the early morning hours of March 18, 1990, two men even deeper complexities. The wit, Claire’s passion for her School Story Time to AARP Tax Aides - it’s all there for dressed as police o cers bound and gagged two guards at work and Shapiro’s research, which is well-integrated into everybody to enjoy. The Master Gardner will be there as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, Massa- a strong premise, captivates.” —Publishers Weekly well as Films with Fran. There’s a family movie, a chance chusetts, and stole thirteen works of art worth today over “An engaging tale about art, cupidity, and a Faustian to play with LEGOS, teen crafts and a Finacne Series. $500 million. Despite thousands of hours of police work bargain...Shapiro convincingly depicts the rarefi ed art Meet friends. Meet new people. Enjoy the social interac- and a $5 million reward, the artwork has never been re- world that lionizes a chosen few and ignores the talented, tion at the library! covered. Claire Roth, a struggling young artist, is about to scrabbling outsiders on the fringe. Shapiro is adept, too, at discover that there’s more to this crime than meets the eye. showing the white-hot heat of an artist engaged in creating After a scandal involving the provenance of an ac- a painting. She knows art history, painting techniques, and claimed modern painting derails Claire Roth’s career, the how forgers have managed through the centuries to dupe promising young Boston artist, now a pariah in the art buyers into paying for fakes...Inventive and entertaining.” world, makes a living reproducing famous works of art for —The Boston Globe the popular online retailer, Reproductions.com. In a des- perate move to improve her situation, Claire makes a Faus- tian bargain with Aiden Markel, a powerful gallery owner, to forge a Degas masterpiece stolen during the Gardner Museum heist, the largest unsolved art theft in history, in return for a one-woman show at his gallery. Their roman- tic entanglement adds danger to their business arrangement and heightens the possibility of betrayal as each struggles Enjoy Board Games and LEGOS with Friends to achieve the end that initially drove them into their illegal If you have some free time on Tuesdays, come to the pact. library and enjoy board games with friends and new ac- But when the long-missing Degas painting—the one quaintances. The dates for February are the 2nd, 9th, 16th which had been hanging for 100 years at the Gardner Mu- and 23rd. Chess and other board games can be played (i.e. seum — is delivered to Claire’s studio, she begins to sus- Scrabble, Monopoly, etc.). All ages and skill levels are pect that it may not be the original, but a forgery itself. welcome. As she begins her search for the truth about the painting’s There is a LEGO Club on Saturday, February 20. So origins and its possible link to a secret relationship between come on out and bring your own LEGOS. Edgar Degas and Isabella Stewart Gardner -- revealed to the reader through Isabella’s letters to her niece — Claire Book Sale Scheduled for March 9 through March 12 fi nds herself in a breathless race through a labyrinth of de- The Spring Book Sale is scheduled for Wednesday. ceit where secrets hidden since the late 19th century may March 9 through Saturday, March 12. Wednesday is the hold the key to the mysteries of the present. “Friends Only” day where if you a “friend” of the ;ibrary Some reviews of the book say: Book Donations Welcome for March Book Sale and have paid your dues, you may borwse and buy books “A well-crafted, plot-driven novel which makes it a If you have some books you have already read and on the fi rst day of the sale. You will be able to get your good read and one that, for all its insider art world informa- want to donate to the library, that would be terrifi c. The pick of what’s available and take home a number of books tion, will appeal to a broad audience. The details of forging Friends of Rocky Bluff Library ae getting ready for their (hard cover and paperback) to last you through the spring an old masterpiece are fascinating...I thoroughly enjoyed Spring Book Sale scheduled for March 9 through March and summer. Don’t miss this opportunity to shop for gently The Art Forger.” —Tampa Bay Times 12. They would welcome any books you would like to used books and help out your library. “Shapiro’s new novel, The Art Forger, is fi lled with donate to this sale. The book sales are a great way for the delightful twists and turns. Friends to earn money to support library projects and pro- 9040 Town Center Pkwy An intricate shell game ex- grams. Your donation can ensure that this group will have Lakewood Ranch FL 34202 ploring the permutations plenty of books on hand for the sale! (941) 251-8020 Presidiagroup.com Join the riends of Rocky luff i rary [email protected] ame ddress ypes of mem erships City ndividual - . amily - 5. 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941-77 -1199 320 US H 301 N Ell nton, FL 34222 www northri erhairsalon com Parrish Village News PAGE 11 Colony Cove Art, Photography and Woodworking Show to Be Held on Sunday, March 6
Best Friends Pet Salon The Colony Cove Art Club together with the Photography and Woodworkers Clubs are holding a joint Artistic Show on Sunday, March 6th, 2016 from 12:00 noon till 3:00 p.m. in Harmony Hall. Enjoy this one time gift The Art Club will be featuring Fine Arts by experienced artists as well as students of Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil and Mixed Media techniques. Most pieces will be available for sale. The Photographic Club will feature our area’s beauty, capturing some vivid sunsets from Best Friends Pet Salon and wonderful Florida wildlife and the Woodworkers will exhibit some of their fi nest hand-turned pieces and sculptures. ake . off The event is free and there will be many door prizes and giveaways throughout the afternoon, as well as a ra e with wonderful one-of-a kind prizes during live demonstra- a full grooming service! tions. Your attendance will be well worth it. Must present coupon at check out Do not miss this opportunity of snagging yourself a bargain of original art, photograhy Coupon valid for 1 visit only in 2016 and woodworking for your home at prices often less than market prints! You will enjoy No photo copies please Expires 2/27/2016 seeing the talent available in your own neighborhood, too. Colony Cove is located in North Ellenton on US 301 with access entrances on Victory Road, Colony Cove Drive North, and Erie Road. 3805 US Hwy 301, Ellenton 941-479-4974 Faith Lutheran Church Our Mission is to glorify od y sharing the lo e of Christ within our congregation and community
Ser ices Saturday Praise e to the od PM and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ Sunday the Father of Bi le Study M compassion and the Sunday School od of all comfort M who comforts us in Worship all our trou les so M that we can comfort those in any trou le we S wy oursel es recei e Parrish Fl from od Phone Corinthians We www faithparrish com WE WELCOME O TO JOI S Parrish Village News PAGE 12 Ferraro’s Tries to Serve What You Want When you go to Ferraro’s Italian Grille, you can expect the best! If you have dietary needs, want something unusual for your family or want to try the largest pizza in Manatee County, you can do just that at Ferraro’s. For instance, if you want a Gluten Free Meal, you can get that at Ferraro’s. See what a choice you have : GF Baked Cheese Ravioli, 6 Cheese Filled Ravioli in Tomato Sauce Topped with Mozzarella, GF 10” Pizza, 10” Pizza with Tomato Sauce and Cheese, GF Grilled Chicken Puttanesca, Grilled Chicken in a Plum Tomato Sauce with Capers and Ka- lamata Olives Served with Broccoli, GF Grilled Salmon Salad, 8oz Grilled Salmon over a Bed of Crisp Spinach Topped with Roasted Red Peppers, Artichoke Hearts, Red Onions and Fresh Mozzarella served with Balsamic Vinaigrette, GF Pesto Grilled Chicken and Grilled Chicken Topped with Pesto and Fresh Mozzarella served with Sautéed Broccoli, Spinach and Roasted peppers What a great selection of gluten free meals! Then if you want a giant Stroboli Sandwich, ask for it! Ferraro’s can prepare that, too!
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February Trivia Parrish Village News PAGE 13 Jim Casey, Trivia & Game Show Host Seen at Ellenton Applebee’s on February 2016 Daily Tuesdays at 9:00 PM Holidays, Special It’s time for our yearly look at love with Val- and Wacky Days: entine’s Day coming up on Sunday, February 14th. Last February, I mocked the occasion 1 National Freedom Day with the shortest celebrity. To balance things 2 Ground Hog Day out this year, here are ten questions about some 2 Candlemas of the best love songs. 3 The Day the Music Died - Buddy Holly, 1. This song by Paul McCartney was dedi- Richie Valens and the Big Bopper cated to his wife and appeared on his fi rst died in a plane crash in 1959. solo album (even before Wings!). Which of 4 Create a Vacuum Day these songs was it? 4 Thank a Mailman Day a. Band on the Run b. She Loves You 5 National Weatherman’s Day c. I Will d. Maybe I’m Amazed 6 Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day 2. This song was a movie title, and has been 7 Wave All you Fingers at Your Neighbor remade by Luther Vandross, Kenny Rog- Day ers, and Mariah Carey. The original song was a duet between Diana Ross and Lionel 7 Send a Card to a Friend Day Richie. Which of these songs was this? 7 Super Bowl Sunday a. Two of Hearts b. Endless Love 8 Boy Scout Day c. Oceans Apart d. All for Love 8 Chinese New Years 3. Journey released this song in 1981, which 8 Clean out Your Computer Day told of two young lovers and their strug- 8 Kite Flying Day gles to reconcile. Which of these songs was 9 Mardi Gras / Fat Tuesday this? 9 Toothache Day a. Faithfully b. Girl Can’t Help It 10 Ash Wednesday c. Open Arms d. Wheel in the Sky 4. Hailed as Elton John’s best ballad ever, and 10 Umbrella Day “a near-perfect song” by Allmusic.com, 11 Don’t Cry over Spilled Milk Day which of these songs did VH1 proclaim the 11 Make a Friend Day #7 best love song of all time? 11 National Inventors Day a. Your Song b. Yellow Brick Road 11 White T-Shirt Day c. Rocket Man 12 Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday d. Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 12 Plum Pudding Day 5. This Celine Dion hit was the theme song 13 Get a Diff erent Name Day for the movie “Titanic”. Which of these 14 Ferris Wheel Day songs was it? a. My Heart Will Go On 14 National Organ Donor Day b. Beauty and the Beast 14 Valentine’s Day c. Where Does My Heart Beat Now 15 Candlemas - on the Julian Calendar d. When I Fall in Love 15 National Gum Drop Day 6. Whitney Houston, but was actually written 15 President’s Day by Dolly Parton in 1973. Whitney’s ver- 15 Singles Awareness Day sion became one of the best-selling singles 16 Do a Grouch a Favor Day of all time. Which of these songs was this? Now cc ting llcar 17 Random Acts of Kindness Day a. Saving All My Love For You 18 National Battery Day b. The Greatest Love of All an ricar Prim H alth Plans c. So Emotional 19 National Chocolate Mint Day d. I Will Always Love You 20 Cherry Pie Day 7. By the Jackson Five, featuring a young 20 Hoodie Hoo Day Michael Jackson who later said this song 20 Love Your Pet Day solidifi ed the Jackson Five’s career. Which 21 Card Reading Day of these songs was this? 22 George Washington’s Birthday a. ABC b. I’ll Be There 22 Be Humble Day c. I Want You Back 22 Walking the Dog Day d. Never Can Say Goodbye 22 International World Thinking Day 8. A well known from a touching scene in the Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze fi lm, 23 International Dog Biscuit Appreciation “Ghost”. The Righteous Brothers released Day this song in 1965. Which of these songs is 23 Tennis Day it? 24 National Tortilla Chip Day a. You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling 25 Pistol Patent Day b. Unchained Melody 26 Carnival Day c. The White Cliff s of Dover all 941-77 -1577 26 National Pistachio Day d. Dream On 26 Tell a Fairy Tale Day 9. This song was a huge hit for Aerosmith, h S in anc r nt rs D rmatology ssociat s 27 Polar Bear Day and was the only #1 song of their career 27 No Brainer Day to date oward Ori a M D Michael Caruso M D Leslee Baute P C a. Crazy 28 Floral Design Day b. Sweet Emotion 8959 US Highway 301 N l Parrish Ell nton Par woo S uar Sho ing nt r 28 Oscar Night c. Dream On 28 Public Sleeping Day - National Tooth d. I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing . HES N N E EN E S. Fairy Day 10. This Elvis song was #1 on VH1’s list, and 29 Leap Day was fi rst heard on the Ed Sullivan show in 1956. Shortly after, Elvis released the sin- Mark March 5th on your calendar NOW! gle, and soon a movie of the same name. Which of these songs was this? That’s the date of the 5th Annual a. Love Me Tender b. All Shook Up Parrish Heritage Day Parade, Festival c. Jailhouse Rock d. Return to Sender and Chili Cook Off. Trivia Answers can be found on page 49. You don’t want to miss it! Parrish Village News PAGE 14 Florida Extension Classes and Activities for February The Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Ser- economic enhancement and development, and improve the is $230, which includes all field trips, 40 contact hours of vice is offering a variety of free educational classes during quality of life for all of our citizens. instruction, and a comprehensive student reference work- February, 2016. The Extension Service is an educational REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS book. Register at www.MasterNaturalist.org, click on cur- program within county government which brings the re- Unless otherwise noted, all classes are free and are rent course offerings, then Coastal Systems, then Manatee. sources of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and held at the Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Ser- Contact Lisa Hickey at (941) 722-4524 or lisa.hickey@u . Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) to Manatee County to: solve vice, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, Florida 34221. Min- edu, for more information. local problems, provide educational opportunities, promote imum workshop size is required; workshop size is limited. orksho s and Classes Offered y tension gents Please register in advance online via our website at http:// and Master Gardeners manatee.ifas.u .edu (click on Calendar of Events located Wednesday, February 3, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., Tillandsia – at center, bottom on website) or call 941-722-4524 for all “Make and Take” Wreath Workshop: Learn about these workshops. lovely epiphytes that only require air and water to live. Join the Master Gardeners for a stroll through This is a “make and take” workshop where you will create Manatee County Preserves a wreath using Tillandsia plants. An award winning wreath 2nd Saturday, February 13, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Emerson will be on display as well as other mounted Tillandsias to Point Preserve: Stroll through Emerson Point Preserve get your creative juices owing. Bring wire cutters and to learn more about Florida’s native plants and inhabitants pliers. Registration and advance payment of $35 for mate- of a coastal habitat. Suitable for all ages. Tour begins in rials due by January 25 and guarantees your spot in class. tower parking area at 5801 17th Street West, Palmetto. Call Check or cash only. the Extension Master Gardeners to register.er parking area at 5801 17th Street West, Palmetto. Call the Extension Master Gardeners to register.
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Emerson Point Preserve. 2nd Saturday, February 13, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Riv- Tillandsia Wreath. erview Pointe Preserve/DeSoto National Memorial: Stroll through De Soto National Memorial and Riverview Saturday, February 6, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m., Worm Com- Pointe Preserve to learn more about Florida’s native plants posting – Vermicomposting: Find out how to use worms and inhabitants of a coastal habitat. Suitable for all ages. to turn food scraps and other waste into compost. Now The hike begins in the parking area of the De Soto National you can compost in an apartment, condo or mobile home. Memorial Park and enters into the Riverview Preserve at Worms can be maintained indoors or out! Class will be 8250 DeSoto Memorial Highway, Bradenton. Call the Ex- held in the Horticulture Learning Center East. Register on- tension Master Gardeners to register. line or call the Extension Master Gardeners. 3rd Sunday, February 21, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Robinson Saturday, February 13, and Sunday, February 14, Sat- Preserve: Stroll through the Robinson Preserve’s salt urday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Sunday, 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 marshes to learn more about Florida’s native plants and in- p.m., “It Takes A Fishing Village”: Are you someone habitants of a coastal habitat. Suitable for all ages. Tour who can appreciate a different perspective on what’s im- begins in parking area by main entrance at 1704 99th Street portant in life? Are you willing to spend a day amongst Northwest, Bradenton. Call the Extension Master Garden- fishing boats, gear, fish houses and commercial fishermen ers to register. If any of this sounds intriguing, come join the 34th Annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival. This two-day event only costs $3.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. For more festival information, including parking locations, visit the website: http: www.cortez-fish.org fishing-festi- val.html or call (941)254-4972. Wednesday, February 17, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Orchid Care and Repotting: Do you have an orchid bursting from its pot and wonder what do you do now? This work- shop will demonstrate the proper way to care and propagate several varieties of orchids. Bring your orchid and pruners for a hands-on exercise of dividing the orchid. We will
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Florida Master Naturalist Modules: Upland Systems and Coastal Systems Coastal Systems Module: Learn about Florida’s eco- systems, the Coastal habitats, through presentations, field trips, and hands-on activities. This six-day module will provide instruction about the ora and fauna within the habitat, the impacts on the habitat, and conservation issues. Classes begin March 3 (8am-5pm) and continue on March Orchid Repotting. 10, 17, 24, 31, and April 7, and 12. The cost for the course Please see Extension CONTINUED ON PAGE 34 Enjoy “Speed of Sound” 2016 International Women’s Quartet Champions Being featured as the guest performers in The Sweet Adelines Show Queens of Harmony Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 2:00 PM Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34207 Parrish Village News PAGE 15 Magic of Manatee Schedules Performance for February 20 Enjoy “Speed of Sound” 2016 International Women’s Quartet Champions Being featured as the guest performers in The Sweet Adelines Show Queens of Harmony
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The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Let me plan, shop and prepare a week Gamble Plantation Historic State Park, in conjunction with The of healthy meals in your home and Gamble Plantation Preservation Alliance, will host the 16th An- let me cater your Card and Bunco games. nual Plantation Festival at Gamble Plantation February 6 and 7. All you have to do is heat and eat! Visitors will enjoy an arts and crafts show, a school art competi- tion, free tours of the Gamble Mansion, food and beverage ven- 941-345-0589 dors and more. [email protected] Admission for the event is free. Donations will be accepted www.jillshealthycooking.com to benefi t the Gamble Plantation Preservation Alliance, a non- Serving Parrish, Ellenton, Palmetto, Bradenton profi t Citizens Support Organization dedicated to supporting the Gamble Plantation Historic State Park. Gamble Plantation is located on US 301 in Ellenton, approx- imately one mile west of I-75 (exit 224). For more information, Parrish Civic Association contact the park at (941) 723-4536 or visit www. oridastate- General Meeting - Town Hall parks.org/gambleplantation/. with Commissioner Larry Bustle The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, 7:00 PM February 6 and 7, 2016 at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park Parrish Y located at 3708 Patten Avenue in Ellenton, Florida. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!
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OB/GYN Call To Schedule Your Appointment Pharmacy 941-776-4050 mcrhs.org f Chiropractic A Manatee County Rural Health Services Company. 12271 U.S. Highway 301 N. Parrish, FL 34219 Most insurances accepted including Medicare & Medicaid Parrish Village News PAGE 17 Laughter Truly Is the Best Medicine When was the last time you laughed? I don’t mean chuckled or grinned or smiled. I situations, disappointments, and loss. More Kathryn Newman mean an all-out, knee-slapping, belly-clenching, oor-rolling laughter that caught you by than just a respite from sadness and pain, surprise and even made you pee a little bit? Okay, so maybe you didn’t pee a little bit, laughter gives you the courage and strength but the kind of laughter that caused your heart rate to increase and your eyes to tear up. to fi nd new sources of meaning and hope.” The kind of laughter that left you winded and was uncontrollable for a few minutes. Yup, For Roxanne, retiring from 30 years THAT kind of laughter? of teaching had caused her to experience If you’re like me, you probably need to think about it a little while before you remem- loss. Although she never imagined that re- ber that it’s actually been some time since you last experienced that kind of laughter. You tirement would invoke a sense of loss in most likely can only think of a few instances in the past few months where uncontrollable her life, the revelation of the sense of loss laughter was a part of your day; or perhaps uncontrollable laughter hasn’t been a part of caught her by surprise and left her wonder- your day in a very long time. Something’s got to give! ing if she would ever feel complete again. Roxanne is a retired teacher. During her long, 30-year tenure as a middle school sci- “I had completed a really long chapter in ence teacher, Roxanne can recount numerous stories of rip-roaring laughter sessions as- my life, a chapter that shaped and defi ned sociated with her students and colleagues. “Science class was always about experimenta- me. Once that chapter was over, I knew I needed to start writing a new chapter.” tion and experiments gone wrong could sometimes create humorous situations where the A new chapter is exactly what she began to write. Now fi ve years after retirement, students and I would break out in spontaneous laughter that would often cause disruptions Roxanne is a volunteer for literacy programs that help struggling adults who lack a foun- to the other classrooms around us.” Roxanne always encouraged her students to express dation of literacy skills needed for eff ective citizenship, further education, and productive their feelings while in her class which she felt was important in keeping their attention. employment. “I essentially tutor adults that want to read, write and communicate eff ec- “There was also a lot of hearty laughter in the teacher’s lounge,” remembers Rox- tively and I’ve never been happier!” Everyday laughter has now returned to Roxanne’s anne. “Fellow teachers were always sharing their own funny stories of classroom may- life and the sense of joy that is produced from that laughter has made Roxanne feel alive hem, and being able to share those funny stories with each other was so important when again and brought new meaning to her life. you’re aware of a lot of heartache that exists between students and their family situations.” I remember an important event in my own life where humor became a saving grace After Roxanne retired, she realized that although she didn’t miss having to work ev- for my emotional, mental and physical well-being. I had experienced my third miscar- ery day, she did miss the interactions she had with her students and work friends. “I real- riage and was spiraling into a black abyss of despair, disappointment, anger and a plethora ized I didn’t laugh as much as I used to, and not laughing was something I really missed.” of other emotions that left me feeling empty, devastated and suicidal. One mid-term and Having free time to do all of the things she’d always wanted to do was great, but missing two early term miscarriages had stolen my sense of purpose and joy and confused my out on laughter caused Roxanne to feel isolated and insignifi cant. “I started to feel de- hormones into a roller coaster of daily grief. pressed and noticed that my countenance was gloomy. 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Bring your credit card to book We Find you the day of show specials! Best Coverage for the Best Price... ce ours - Monday - riday, 9am - 5pm Parrish Village News PAGE 18 The Speed of Light John Phillips In this month’s column, we will discuss the speed How to get Stronger of light. We are not going to discuss how fast light travels (186,000 mi sec.) This column will explain the importance of a light More Natural and touch in order to develop speed and uidity in one’s gui- tar playing. One of the most common mistakes which I see among guitarists is the tendency to grip the guitar too Attractive Teeth strongly. People tend to think that by applying more strength, by squeezing harder, that they will attain a bet- ter sound. Consequently, the thumb hooks over the top of the neck, or bends and squeezes on the back of the neck, or goes parallel to the neck as the palm is pressed against the guitar. All of these positions “feel’ stronger. The trouble Former Denture Wearing is that all of the strength and power of these grips is directed to the wrong place. These positions all place undue stress on the joints, wrist and tendons, while doing nothing to improve the sound. Sufferer Says... Playing the guitar in this manner will almost assuredly lead to repetitive strain inju- ries such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis, among other things. By contrast, observe the fretting hand of a highly skilled guitarist. Notice how re- This FREE 60 minute laxed they appear. Notice how they make it look easy. Their relaxed and light technique allows for freedom of movement and enables them to play with great dexterity, uidity, seminar changed my life, and speed. and quickly ended my The secret to skillful guitar technique is to apply just the right amount of pressure to the string at just the right place. The fi ngers are arched and relaxed, with the tip of the irritation and frustrations! fi nger pressing just behind the fret. The thumb lightly touches the back of the neck. The wrist remains straight. This technique provides all of the power needed to produce a clear Why didn’t my dentist tell tone, while still allowing for free, relaxed, and natural movement. me about this? Why did I While it is not possible in the space of this article to give a thorough explanation of proper techni ue, a ualifi ed teacher will be able to provide further guidance. needlessly suffer?” Remember that practice is important, but improper practice can slow your progress and may even lead to injury. Practice doesn’t make perfect. Perfect practice makes per- fect. If you have any questions regarding music or topics which you would like to see in future columns, contact me on my website at www.guitarlessonsmanatee.com. To inquire about guitar lessons or more information about jam sessions, call 941-915-4694.
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The Manatee River Garden Club is sponsoring Basic and Advanced Floral Design Study Series. The objective is to develop an understanding of the art of ower arranging. See the topics below. Each unit is held at the Garden Club (3120 First Avenue West) on a Thursday starting at 9:30 a.m., with three hours of lecture and demonstration in the morn- ing, and a two-hour workshop after a lunch break. Bring a sack lunch iced tea and coffee are provided. The units are taught by accredited National Garden Clubs, Inc. Flower Show Judges and certificates are awarded at the completion. See photos and registration form on the MRGC website: manateerivergardenclub.org. The cost for each series is $60. For more information contact Brenda Johnson at [email protected] or 941-776-1478.
Basic January 28: Containers, Basic Tools & Verticle Designs February 4: Conditioning Plant Material & Triangular Designs The Manatee River Garden Club is offering grants for community beautification proj- February. 11: Elements & Principles of Design & Curved Designs ects in and around public areas in Manatee County. The Club is also offering a $500 February 18: Table Settings & Horizontal Designs scholarship to a graduating high school senior from Manatee County who wishes to pur- February 25: Accessories, Features & Bases sue an education in horticulture or environmental studies. Both applications are available March 3: Transporting Materials & Expressive Designs on their website at http://www.manateerivergardenclub.com/Learning_and_Links.html. The scholarship application is due April 1 and can also be found in the Scholarship Advanced Source Directory of the Manatee Education Foundation at http: mefinfo.org scholarships. March 10: Dried Materials & Decorative Wood For information about these two opportunities, contact Mary Patterson at 941-749-6399 or March 17: Advanced Creative Designs [email protected]. 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Screen Mulisha??? Carol Ciarniello, Parrish Professionals The fi rst thing you need to know is that although it’s spelled Mulisha, it’s pronounced “militia”; you know, like the military term -- and for a very good reason. The owner, Duane Boley, is “on a mission” to take on his competitors! His strategy? Personalized service along with good products at a good price. Sounds great, right, but what does that really entail? To start, Duane is the owner/operator, so the person you talk with is the same person that will perform all the work. Would you like a quote? Duane will actually come to your property and do an on-site evaluation, then give you a quote---no bait and 2415 14th Street W., Bradenton Call Our Clinic At switch here! If you have an idea for a pool cage, a lanai, a screen room, gutters and down- www.humanemanatee.org spouts, or anything that involves aluminum or vinyl, Duane can make it a reality. 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Service Club of Manatee County S C 51st Charity A NTIQUES, VINTAGE & C OLLECTIBLES S HOW Service Club of Manatee County OPENING NIGHT Charity Gala by Pier 22 to Hold 51st Show Friday, Feb 26 5:30 - 9 PM ($50/$60 at the door) The Service Club of Manatee County will hold its 51st Antiques, Vintage and Col- Saturday, Feb 27 10 AM - 5 PM ($7) lectibles Show on February 26, 27 and 28, 2016 at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. Sunday, Feb 28 11 AM - 4 PM ($7) The fi rst Anti ue Show was held at the Bradenton Municipal Auditorium in 1963. They February 26-28, 2016 are celebrating their 89th year as an organization and their 51st Antique Show. BRADENTON AREA CONVENTION CENTER ONE HABEN BLVD PALMETTO, FL 34221 Last year $111,200 was raised and distributed to 28 Manatee County organizations For more information visit or call - - providing local children with food, shelter, clothing, and health and education services. Their Show will feature over 50 dealers from all over the country selling fi ne anti ues, lace, Americana, artwork, jewelry and much, much more. The Show also features crys- MARK THE DATE! tal repair, anti ue appraisals (Saturday only) and chalk painting demonstrations (Sunday only). 5th Annual The fi rst night of the Show features an Opening Night Charity Gala with dinner ca- Heritage Day Festival tered by Pier 22. Friday night the hours are from 5:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with dinner served from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday the Show is from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and & Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. They are looking forward to an exciting show with all the money raised through this Chili Cook Off event to be donated to Manatee County organizations who support the needs of local chil- Saturday, March 5, 2016 dren. For more information, please visit our website at www.manateeserviceclub.com. Parrish Village News PAGE 21 Locally Owned and Operated for Over 75 Years! 5215 State Road 64 East, Bradenton, FL 34208 941-741-2500 www.WagnerRealty.com
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• Watch bullwhip making, chair caning, quilting and basket weaving demonstrations. • Buy beautifully hand-milled soaps, candles, jewelry and yarn goods. • Stop at the Cracker Trail Wagon to learn about the cow hunters of yesteryear and their cattle drive from Fort Pierce to the mouth of Tampa Bay. • Listen to live music throughout the day and interact with the per- formers in a natural amphitheater created by large oak trees. • Discover the docile, friendly nature of Florida cattle, miniature don- keys and pygmy goats and get up close for some great photos. • Enjoy a variety of children’s activities such as a lariat popping con-- test.
Parrish Pioneering is a celebration of old-time Parrish and off ers fun for the whole family.
Come experience a slice of 19th century Parrish history and early Ameri- can life in a rural, small village. Look for the banner announcing Parrish Pioneering adjacent to the Florida Railroad Museum at the Parrish Heritage Day Festival and Chili Cook Off on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Admission to the event is $5.00 if tickets are purchased in advance. Tick- ets will be $10.00 at the gate. Children 12 and under are free.
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While Christ paid the price, we must still access the gift in obeying im e- brews 5 8-9 Revelation 22 14 . here are many wonderful blessings available wishes through and in esus Christ Ephesians 1 3 . . hese blessings are available through the Gospel of esus Christ, which is the power of God unto salvation Romans 1 16-17 . you a
Come and be our guest at the North River Church of Christ as we study to- great gether the great things of the ord. ur services are as follows 10 00 A.M. 941-723-0278 unday morning for Bible tudy 11 00 A.M. 6 00 .M. unday evening for Worship 7 00 .M. Wednesday evening for Bible tudy. ou can also visit us Valentine’s Fin ustom a in try on the web at nrchurchofchrist.org. We have Bible correspondence courses on anu actur in Palm tto, FL. request with postage paid by us. ust write to us at Box 527, arrish, 34219 or call 941 776-1134. Day! ustom D signs an mo ling, itch n, ath, Ent rtainm nt nt r, orth iver ount rto s or Locally owned and operated by 3rd generation cabinetmaker Ch r h o Christ Experienced, insured, referrals www.themastercabinetmaker.com Parrish Village News PAGE 23 Fort Hamer Boat Ramp to close for nine months Closure comes as part of park, boat ramp improvement projects Dolphin Medical Group
Fort Hamer boat ramp, 1605 Fort Hamer Road, closed for nine months on Monday, January 25, while improvements are made to the boat ramp and nearby Fort Hamer Row- ing Park. During the closure, a contractor working for the county will add parking spaces and lighting, and build a new plaza between the boat house and restrooms. A second project — a complete renovation of the boat ramp — will also take place during the nine month closure that began Monday, January 25th. The row house and oating dock will be accessible throughout the projects. The gate to block the boat ramp will be installed on Fort Hamer Road, just south of the access road to the rowing facility. As an alternative to Fort Hamer, Parks and Natural Resources staff recommend boat- ers use Highland Shores boat ramp at 353 Shore Drive in Ellenton and the Braden River launch at 3020 Manatee Avenue East. For more information on Manatee County Government, visit online at www.mymana- tee.org or call (941) 748-4501. You can also follow Manatee Government on Facebook at www.facebook.com manatee.county. and on Twitter, @ManateeGov.
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12123 US w 3 1 North 941 479 7 77 Sign up to have a Chili Team in the 2016 Chili Cook Off Parrish, FL 34219 parrishstorage ahoo. om or be in the Parrish Heritage Day Parade. Go to www.parrishchili.com for more information. Parrish Village News PAGE 24 Virgil Mills’ Students Host Activities in January Gingerbread House Extravaganza
The Virgil Mills Elementary 4th graders created gingerbread houses to highlight their math knowledge. All of the 4th graders had to design and plan a gingerbread house in December. The students had to create a house that used fractions, tessellations, patterns, multiplication, division, angles, arrays and other aspects of geometry. The 4th graders planned their gingerbread houses in math class and then created their houses with their homeroom teacher. Florida First Responders Week January 4th - 8th 2016 was designated as Florida First Responder Apprecia- tion Week. To celebrate and support our local first responders, students from Virgil Mills Elementary made thank you cards and created care packages to show their support for our everyday heroes. Mrs. Calder, an aide for one of intermediate classrooms, expressed her gratitude for giving back to the com- At right a munity and teaching the children about card to say the sacrifices our responders make thanks for all that you Mrs. Cucci, Mrs. Calder and some students who helped each and every day. “Giving back and do which with the care packages. belonging to our community is very went with empowering, it just means a lot that the care our students participate and go above packages. and beyond.” Mrs. Cucci, teacher, The gingerbread girl with noted, “It was definitely a great effort Mrs. Branton and some of on everyone’s part. Mr. Rio and Mrs. the students. Riley assisted in the care packages and Mrs. Smith encouraged our students in the after school spirit program to cre- ate handmade cards for the North Riv- er Fire Department.” Way to go Mills students and staff for showing our local heroes that we appreciate their sacrific- Mrs. Riley, AP, helps make some of the care packages es and what they do for us every day. alongside students. Art Contest Winners Virgil Mills Run Club Update Mills Students Are Growing The Virgil Mills Heart & Soul Running Club partici- and Learning! pated in the Jingle Bell Run on December 5th. Approxi- mately 20 of our students participated in this commu- nity event. All of these stu- dents gave it their all and ran the 5K that evening alongside many of our parents who also came out to participate in this Mrs. Kennedy, Damien S., Sofia A., Maebry P., Sophie B., event. It was a fun evening Braina R., and Mrs. Parinello of face painting, dancing, and Recently, the school district and the Suncoast campaign for Grade time with Santa! Thank you Level Reading held an art contest for “Attendance Awareness to all those who participated Month” for all students to enter. The contest was centered on and to the parents who sup- Coach Turenne with some mem- Students from Mrs. Cucci’s and Ms. Choate’s classes. bringing attention to the importance of why regular attendance ported their children running bers of the running club at the at school is important every day. Numerous studies have shown in this event. To all our par- Jingle Bell Run. Students in Ms. Choate’s and Mrs. Cucci’s classes have been that poor attendance can have devastating effects on the educa- ents who came to support this event, we thank you for giving your studying gardening since the beginning of the school year. Mrs. tion of our children and youth. Congratulations to our grade level child a gift of being active towards a healthy lifestyle. Coach Cucci’s class has a garden and they have been growing a vari- winners at Mills Elementary: Damien S. (kdg), Sofia A. (1st), Turenne would also like to thank all of our sponsors: Live Fit ety of plants and vegetables. Some of these plants were initially Maebry P. (2nd), Sophie B. (3rd), Briana R. (4th), and Sierra W. Training, Carrabba’s (Sarasota), and Bright Futures Fitness for planted and cared for by Ms. Choate’s pre-k students, and then (5th). Their winning posters for the “every day counts” contest supporting our fitness activities. Take a look at our total miles were given to Mrs. Cucci’s class. While the pre-k students were have been framed and are on display in the hallway just outside run since Running Club started this year: Kindergarten - 374.75 studying about water, they learned about the benefits of a rain bar- the front o ce. Stop by and take a look at their winning posters. miles, 1st grade – 738.25 miles, 2nd grade – 1200.25 miles, 3rd rel and decided to paint one and gift it to Mrs. Cucci’s class. The Congratulation to you all, and a big thanks to our art teachers, grade – 1068 miles, 4th grade – 896.75, and 5th grade – 985.50. pre-k class was so excited to give this useful gift to Mrs. Cucci’s Mrs. Parinello and Mrs. Kennedy for having our students partici- That’s a grand total of 5,263.50 miles run so far this year! Great class. Mrs. Cucci’s students are thrilled to have this rain barrel to pate in this district contest. job runners!!! help with their garden! Parrish Village News PAGE 25
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941-504-2331 Coming soon, BRAND NEW 2016 construction. 3 bedroom 2 bath, with convenient Parrish location & NON deed Restricted. $195,000 Announcing the New Parrish Slogan & Seal The Parrish Civic Association (PCA) is pleased to announce the town’s new slogan and seal: Preserving our Past – Embrac- ing our Future: Parrish, Est. 1850. The slogan encircles the important images in the seal that capture the town’s unique character and personality, and that represent all that the town has to off er. The slogan and seal will be used in marketing communications eff orts as Parrish looks ahead to its future growth and development. It was developed as a result of a contest among Parrish residents who were asked to help create a slogan that best defi ned the town. The winner of the contest was Sondra Thorson. “Parrish is a rapidly growing Manatee County community with currently approved development plans for more than 17,000 new residences and related commercial developments that could be completed in the next 10 years,” said Ben Jordan, PCA President. “We believe that use of our new slogan and beautifully designed seal in our communications eff orts will help people understand all of the positive aspects of living in, working in and visiting our great town. The PCA’s goal is to work with Parrish residents, businesses, land developers, major corporations, Manatee County and other stakeholders to shape what the town of Parrish will look like and how it can meet the needs of its residents and businesses 10 years out.” About the Parrish Civic Association (PCA): The Parrish Civic Association was founded in 1980. It is dedicated to working with Parrish residents, businesses, land developers, major corporations, Manatee County and other stakeholders to shape the future growth and development of the town of Parrish. The PCA is guided by a 12 member Board headed by Board President, Ben Jor- dan. It has over 400 dues paying members and its Board meets monthly at the Parrish YMCA located at 12214 U.S. 301 North.
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Visit ticketweb.com/dowt or SP52151 call 866-468-7630 Parrish Village News PAGE 26 Jerri Phillips, Inspiration in Art President, Parrish Arts Council, Inc. In my whole life, inspiration for art arose from a desire to translate what I saw onto some type of surface. Children are great at this! We seem to be born with imagination when we have not figured out cause and effect or rhyme and reason. Some people feed their imaginations while others are hampered by one reason or another. Over the years, I honed my skills only when I had time. More recently, I find that I make time for honing those skills around work and functions. More and more, the functions revolve around art. I admire those who make inspiration in art their living. We do not all have that capacity, so we must be comfortable at our own level of art inspiration. Historically, inspiration arrived from a desire to tell an account of events in the lives of a people. Nothing could stop the inspiration. Imagine the first artist who realized that paints could be created by elements to give a clear visual of chains of events! That person Art comes in many forms, but all telling a story by appreciation of color, light, shape, would have no way of truly knowing if that story would last tens of thousands of years sound or tactile sensation. Artists are only ever capturing a eeting moment - a sense, a inside a dark cave helping modern man understand history. feeling or a story documented much like a note on a piece of paper. It can say, “I was Through the years, it is evident that art tells the stories of history. This is one reason that here”, “You were here”, or “I can imagine being there!” It gives us that break from reality we feel the need to create however, art does not have to be historically significant to be and brings us closer to reality. We would not know our history without art. appreciated. Our minds want to arrange the art into a picture or feeling. It is possible for If you find yourself at the point of being inspired, do not let the moment pass you by. us to see a face or animal in a pattern of disconnected design or wood grain. That is part Make a note of it for safekeeping and get to work. If you find that your inspiration is not of our artistic, creative nature. enough to yield what should be translated, there is great news! Your community is filled We have a need to express ourselves. It comes in different forms that may be appreci- with skilled artists. They can either help you in your journey to learn or create a work of ated by others. Have you ever said, “I could never imagine myself doing that?” or “I have art for you by commission. You might be surprised that often we are inspired by the same no talent for any kind of art?” If so, you have missed something along the way. Inspira- subject. tion comes in different forms. You may have a painter, photographer, sculptor, musician, Our arts community is in the process of growth. There is an arts and heritage move- writer or actor inside yourself waiting to be inspired. What inspires you? It is easy to start ment county-wide. Artists and art patrons are actively networking through efforts by with your favorite ower, your favorite pet or your favorite car. Choose something that the Manatee County Tourist Development Council and Bradenton Area Convention and you know so well that you can picture it in detail without looking at it! How does the light Visitors Bureau alongside fine arts and performing arts organizations, history and heritage hit it? Where do the shadows fall? Where are the little impressions on the surface? You museums, the library system and consultants to build a connected arts and heritage culture do not have to rush out and purchase a painting kit and all sorts of equipment. You can that will produce community arts education, well-being and economic growth. Now is the start with something as “simple” as a crayon, chalk or pencil and paper. You can practice time to be inspired. the same subject over and over again until you are happy. It does not have to look like a The mission of the Parrish Arts Council, Inc. is to utilize the arts as a tool to re- photograph, but you want to capture the very essence that inspired you. Photographers establish the identity of the Parrish Community, to preserve its history and to jumpstart the can do the same by taking photos over and over again until they catch the perfect moment. revitalization of its economy. If you find yourself being inspired, then you may wish to take classes to experiment with If you would like more information on plein air painting and the artists in our com- one or more forms of art. This can take you to the next level. munity, please visit www.parrishartscouncil.org or call Jerri direct (941) 809-5059.
8312 US HWY 301 North Ste. 103 Parrish, FL 34219 Call Now For Your Complimentary Exam: 941-479-2455 Parrish Village News PAGE 27 Parrish Village News PAGE 28 Parrish Village News PAGE 29 Parrish Village News PAGE 30 Laughter CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 Parrish Village News PAGE 31 least make me smile. Since the movie was a new release, the theater was packed, so we sandwiched ourselves in two remaining seats near the back of room. What happened to me during the watching of that silly movie was nothing short of su- Shriners in Parrish Seek pernatural. Though certainly not the most comical movie I’d ever seen, the characters and storyline in this particular comedy managed to reach deep inside of my emotional knots and begin to untie the tangled chords that seemed to be choking the life out of me. I belly- Donations for Hospitals laughed at the most insignificant points during the entire movie. I didn’t just smile, grin or chuckle; I doubled-over in unusual, giddy laughter that I’m sure made those around me wonder if I was drunk or high (no, I was not). To this day, I can remember the part that almost made me fall out of my seat; the part where the neurotic Bob (Bill Murray), spends a few days trying to climb on the bus to track down his newest psychiatrist, Dr. Leo Marvin (Richard Dreyfuss) vacationing with his family at Lake Winnipesaukee. For some reason, seeing Bob with that fish bowl around his neck and the bus driver encouraging him to take Baby Steps to get on the bus, tickled a funny bone long buried in the grave of my despair. I laughed long after everyone else stopped laughing. I’m no best-selling author Dr. Leo Marvin, but his book’s premise, be it fictional and hypothetical of course, about taking ‘Baby Steps’ to overcome problems in our lives, had some weird, random truth for me. Perhaps if fictional Bob could overcome emotional problems in his life, I could, too. Perhaps if I give myself permission to crawl out of my mind’s misery and seek enjoyment again, I would. Perhaps if I can find humor in some- thing silly, I will give myself permission to find humor in many things and start laughing again. Says HelpGuide.org, “Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain, and con- ict. Nothing works faster or more depend- ably to bring your mind and body back into Sahib Shriners residing in Parrish will be seeking donations for Shriners Hospital for balance than a good laugh. Humor lightens Children transportation fund. Local Shriners pick up patients from four counties and drive your burdens, inspires hopes, connects you them to the Hospital in Tampa for treatment and back home on a daily basis. to others, and keeps you grounded, focused, The event will be on February 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 2016 at the Publix on the corner of and alert.” Old Tampa and 301. An antidote to stress, pain and con ict! Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing the world through caring for kids. Physi- So true. The more I gave myself permis- cians, surgeons, therapists and other medical staff help children with orthopedic condi- sion to be happy again, the less the loss of tions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate live the fullest lives possible. those pregnancies crippled me. The more Many of these children are from our local four county area. The families don’t have the I gave myself permission to laugh again means to drive to and from the hospital in Tampa for treatment and require assistance. without feeling ashamed that I was in some This is where the local Shriners help to drive the children to and from the hospital. way not ‘honoring the memory of the chil- With the cost of transportation increasing, the Sahib Shriners require help funding dren I’d never meet,’ the more I was able to laugh in my everyday routines. I needed my this project. mind and my body to be back in balance again. I needed to stop ostracizing people from my life that cared about me. I needed to have hope that one day I would sustain a preg- nancy and have children. I needed to join life again. Doctors have long touted the benefits that laughter has on your overall well-being. We often hear about the horrible physical effects that anger, forgiveness, stress and hatred have on our bodies. Heart disease, auto-immune diseases, diabetes, strokes, cancers and many other illnesses have been linked to such ‘conditions of the heart/mind’ and doctors often encourage those a icted with such illnesses to include laughter in an effort to bring about the direct opposite effects. Even a proverb in the Bible says, “A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones.” Proverbs 17:22 HelpGuide.org goes on to point out the many physical benefits of laughter: Laughter relaxes the whole body. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after. • Laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease. • Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain. • Laughter protects the heart. Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and in- creases blood ow, which can help protect you against a heart attack and other cardiovas- cular problems. Once I allowed myself to include laughter as much as possible, giving up my quest to ‘understand’ why I kept losing pregnancies, I was able to join the land of the living again. The hurt was still there, but didn’t paralyze me anymore. The questions still lingered, but I had to come to terms that I may never have the answers. The 1991 ‘What about Bob’ movie helped me know that I could laugh again. In July of 1992, I carried my fourth pregnancy to term and had a beautiful boy that keeps me laughing to this day. In July of 1994, my fifth pregnancy cranked out another boy, who is also a comedian of sorts. In order to have more laughter in our lives, we have to allow it. We have to accept that life has its challenges and troubles, but that we can still allow ourselves to feel joy. I can always tell when it’s time to turn off the negative around me and turn on something that will just make me laugh. There’s only so much doom and gloom that we can take on a daily basis. If we allow it, the negative begins to affect our emotions and perspectives. If we allow it, we get sucked in to the madness of the world and drown out the laughter that could so easily lift our spirits. Want more health and calm in your life? Look for opportunities to enjoy laughing. Watch a funny show or movie. Read a funny book. Share humorous stories with your family and friends. Make time for hobbies that interest you. Watch your children using their imagination. Play with your pet. Finding laughter is not that di cult. Allow your- self to join in! Parrish Village News PAGE 32 Enrichment Center Manatee Heritage Days to Be at Renaissance On 9th Held March 1-31, 2016 News for February 2016 The Enrichment Center at Renaissance On 9th is the premier place for active adults over 50 to gather and participate in recreational, cultural and educational programs. Many activities are offered at Renaissance On 9th. Although we have a membership program, most of our activities are open to the general public. It’s a great place to meet new people, connect, learn and get active. Renaissance On 9th is centrally located just south of down- town Bradenton at 1816 9th Street West, and our phone number is 941-749-0100. Other delights you’ll find at the Renaissance On 9th: Turner Ballroom is the area’s premier meeting and ban uet facility, offering elegant and full-service space for weddings, events and meetings as well as professional, onsite and off-site catering services. From March 1-31, 2016, the 37th annual Heritage Days celebration will focus on our 9th Street Bistro, offering affordable lunch with delicious daily soup, uiche and county’s history. All month long, historical sites and organizations throughout our county sandwich specials, is open to the public Monday – Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. will celebrate our community’s heritage by providing opportunities for our area’s residents • Generations Gift Shop and the 2nd Generations Thrift Shop are open to the pub- and visitors to experience the past. Reenactments, special exhibits, lectures, open houses lic Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and offer the latest in fashion, jewelry, and family programming will highlight the month’s events. bags, gifts and home accessories. For 37 years, the Manatee Heritage Association has sponsored Heritage Days. Origi- • All proceeds from Renaissance On 9th help support the programs of Meals on nally a week in length, Heritage Days grew to nine days, and in 1995, Manatee Heritage Wheels PLUS of Manatee. Days expanded to a month long event. The activities are as varied as walking tours and Special Events this month at the Enrichment Center at Renaissance On 9th concerts. Events take place throughout Manatee County in many different communities. How Jazz Works: Harry Miedema, explores the mechanics of jazz in terms you will Through these events at area historical sites, participants will experience the pioneer life- understand. This 4-week class will be Thursdays, January 21st – February 11th, 10:30 style and learn how Manatee County has grown and developed. a.m. – 12:00 p.m. One-time fee of $12 ($8 for members). Call to reserve your seat: 941- Following is a schedule for events. Most are free, though some require a reservation 749-0100, ext. 2100 or admission fee. For specific information about an event, please call the number listed on Essential Oils: January 21st, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Discover the world of essential oils the schedule. For more information about the Manatee Heritage Days, in general, please and their ability to facilitate healthy living during this free interactive seminar. Seating is call (941) 741-4070. Join with us in this countywide celebration of our community’s past. limited, call to make your reservation today. 941-749-0100, ext. 2100. Super Bowl Cooking Demo and Party: January 14th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Chef David Manatee Heritage Days 2016 and Joe will present many tailgate and stadium recipes featuring Boar’s Head products. Every Day: $50 tickets include 2 drink tickets, Sangria Demo & Tasting, samples of all menu items De Soto National Memorial’s Living History program at Camp Uzita reveals Span- and a cookbook with all prepared recipes. Call for more information: 941-749-0100 ish and Native American life in 16th century Florida. Daily programs from 10:00 a.m. Bright House Senior Talent Show: January 22nd, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Plan to try-out through 4:00 p.m., 8300 De Soto Memorial Highway, Bradenton. Demonstrations by Park (or just watch) for the Tampa Bay Bright House Senior Talent Show. Solo or Duets only. Rangers and staff in historic clothing and armor bring to life the day to day skills of na- No entry fee. Call Leah Brown for more details. 941-666-5502 tive villagers and Spanish soldiers in 1539. Park staff members present talks that explain the lasting impact Hernando De Soto had on the history of America and native peoples. Fun-day Mondays at Renaissance On 9th FREE! Call (941) 792-0458 or visit www.nps.gov deso. Valentine’s Day Dinner Party & Dance: Enjoy a delicious dinner, cash bar, dancing and Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26: Historic Valentine Open House, Robinson Preserve: entertainment by George Mendez at the Renaissance On 9th Sunday, February 14th, 5:00 1704 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Come visit beautiful Robinson p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Come with friends or with your sweetie for a great night of celebration. Preserve, where our historic welcome center, the Valentine House, will be open Saturday $25 per person. RSVP by February 8th. Call to reserve your seat: 941-749-0100, ext. mornings. Includes historic photo display and interactive exhibits. FREE! For more 2100. information, contact (941)748-4501 6035. Lifestyles After 50 Fun Fest: Wednesday, February 10th, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Join us Downtown Bradenton Farmer’s Market, Historic Main Street or 12th Street West, Bra- for a fun day of education, information and entertainment. Free admission!! Free health denton, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Locally grown produce, products, crafts, live music, and screenings, friendly exhibitors, free BINGO, prizes & giveaways. Entertainment pro- kids’ activities. Note: Saturday, March 19, the market expands to include Mainly Art vided by Denise Looney & Jimmy Mazz. Renew your wedding vows at 12:30 p.m.!!! welcoming local artists and craftspeople selling their handmade goods. FREE! www. Origami Lessons: Tuesday, February 16th, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Learn the basics of this bradentonfarmersmarket.com. ancient art while making your very own Ishibashi Ball with Stand. $10 for the class ($8 Daily Events: for members). Includes all supplies. Call to reserve your seat. 941-749-0100, ext. 2101. Tuesday, March 1: Manatee Genealogical Society meeting at Manatee County Central Sadie Hawkins Dance: Monday, February 29th, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Free to all. La- Library, 1301 Barcarrota Blvd. W., Bradenton. 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Featured speaker is dies, it’s time to ask the men to dance!!! Bryan Mulcahy, Reference Librarian for the Fort Myers-Lee County Library in Fort My- ers. FREE! Use the auditorium entrance on 2nd Avenue between 13th and 14th Streets. Fun-day Mondays at Renaissance On 9th The Society welcomes new members. For more information: [email protected] or Line Dancing, Mondays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Come early and learn the basic steps. http: www.rootsweb.ancestry.com mgs . The longer you stay, the more advanced the dances become. $5 per person (free for mem- Thursday, March 3: Exhibit Opening Reception: “Gold in the Gulf: A History of bers). Florida’s Shrimp Industry”, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th Street West, Cortez, Please see Enrichment Center CONTINUED ON PAGE 49 5:30-7:00 p.m. Explore the history of shrimping in Florida and how it has developed, in less than 100 years, into an over 40 million dollar a year industry that supplies 87% of American caught shrimp. Learn about the diverse people and families involved in this business, from Italian immigrants to Vietnamese refugees. Celebrate the opening of this new exhibit with light refreshments courtesy of FMM. FREE! RSVP is appreciated, (941) 708-6120 or email [email protected]. On exhibit through April 16, 2016. Saturday, March 5: Anna Maria Island Heritage Day, Anna Maria Island Museum, 402 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, (Trolley Stop 42) 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p..m. This is a true Island heritage event with a Settler’s Market selling local fruits, vegetables, honey, eggs, owers, Our famous Settlers’ Bread and home baked goods. There will be Blue Grass music all day, Bar-B-Q, museum and Belle Haven tours and settler era crafts and demonstrations; Bee Keeping, Candle Making, Wool Spinning, Quilting, Knitting, Woodworking, Rug Making and more. Old fashioned children’s games and scavenger hunts will be held all day as well as an art corner. Don’t miss this charming event that re ects the true history of the island; back when homesteaders farmed the land in order to “prove” up their home- stead. Some of the Island’s best pickers are in the band that plays in the main area of the park, bring your fiddle or banjo and join in! The demonstrations are held in the shady, Please see Manatee Heritage CONTINUED ON PAGE 35 4 H Activities in January Parrish Village News PAGE 33 Youth Ready to Kiwanis Club 4-H Golf Benefit 4-H Livestock Judging Team Use BBQ Skills Donates to 4-H Being Held Places at Denver Event
Let it snow, let it snow! Left to Right Florida 4-H’ers, Kirstin Duryea, Cook-off On! Left to Right are Johnny Left to Right Dr. Diana L. Smith, 4-H All smiles, the show is over! Left to The Manatee County 4-H Foun- Kylie Philipps, Chloe Bunyak, Casey McKinney, J & J Bar B Que, Jay Program Coordinator, David Walker, Right Florida 4-H’ers Casey Wing- dation invites golfers to the links in Wingate, Travis Ference, Jimmy Fe- West, Britton Ricks, Jesse Danke, 4-H Foundation President, and ate, Kirstin Duryea, Kylie Philipps, support of the 25th Annual Clover rence, and Clay Wingate are excited Chloe Carnegie, Karlie Cole, and Sharon Barhorst, Kiwanis and 4-H and Jimmy Ference pose after the Classic Golf Tournament. This annu- to have made their first snowman Chris Chaffee, 4-H BBQ Volunteer Foundation member. National Western Invitational 4-H/ al fund-raiser will benefit 4-H Youth while in Denver. For several mem- Coordinator pose after the mock The Kiwanis Club of Bradenton FFA Livestock Judging Contest Programs in Manatee County. Shot- bers, it was the first time they had chicken barbecue contest and the recently donated $10,000.00 to the Awards Breakfast in Denver. gun start for the tournament is 8 a.m. seen snow. youth are ready for competition at the Manatee County 4-H Foundation for Saturday, February 27, 2016 at The Four Florida 4-H’ers recently traveled to the National Western Invitational Manatee County Fair. support of local 4-H youth programs. Preserve Golf Club located at 7310 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest in Denver, Colorado. The Florida team This annual donation dates back to Five local youth recently par- Tara Preserve Lane (west of I-75, off was composed of irstin Duryea, Jimmy Ference, and Casey Wingate (Mana- the early 1970’s as Kiwanis has a ticipated in the 4-H chicken barbe- State Road 70) in East Bradenton. tee County) and ylie Philipps (Citrus County) placed ninth overall out of 26 been a long-time supporter of the 4-H cue workshop held at the Harllee 4-H The $100 per player registration teams from as far away as Hawaii. The contest was composed of 10 classes of program which annually serves over Center in Palmetto. Workshop topics fee includes green fee, cart, lunch and livestock (four beef, three sheep, and three swine). All the classes consisted of 9,000 Manatee County youth in the and presenters were: Program Objec- door prizes. All golfers will have a four animals and in some instances, performance data and a situation statement area of citizenship, leadership, and life tives – Mr. Chris Chaffee, 4-H BB chance to qualify for hole-in-one, were provided. The performance data used re ected the current industry trends skills. Volunteer Coordinator; Understanding closet to the pin, and longest drive and may have been actual animal performance (such as growth) or genetic pre- the Contest and Demonstrations – Dr. prizes. For registration and other in- dictors (such as Expected Progeny Differences, EPDs) or a combination of the Diana L. Smith, 4-H Coordinator; achieving the broad objectives of de- formation, contact the Manatee Coun- two. Hand Washing and Food Safety – Ms. veloping sound character and effec- ty 4-H O ce at (941) 722-4524. To Once the youths placed their classes, then came the fun part; reasons – jus- Samantha Kennedy, County Exten- tive citizenship to ac uire scientific date, major sponsors for the tourna- tifying their placings. Reasons were taken on six classes, one market and one sion Director & Interim FCS Agent; knowledge and improved understand- ment are: Mosaic, Florida Power & breeding of each species. Youths were not permitted to use notes while giving Poultry Breeds, Production, Ethics, ing of the economy, versatility and Light (FPL) and Waste Management. oral reasons or answering questions. and Safety – Ms. Elizabeth Chancey, nutritional value of chicken broiler The Manatee County 4-H Foun- The purpose of the 4-H livestock judging program is to provide young 4-H Club Leader; and How to Cut up a meat and its relationship to human dation is a non-profit educational or- people an opportunity to participate in a series of activities designed to improve Chicken and Mock 4-H Chicken Bar- nutrition and health, and to help youth ganization. 4-H programs are open to their knowledge of livestock for its merit and value as either breeding or market becue Contest – Mr. Johnny McKin- develop skills in the preparation and youth between the ages of 5-18, with- animals. The program further enhances a youth’s communication skills, char- ney, J & J Bar B Que. use of chicken; and to acquire the abil- out regard to race, color, sex, handi- acter, citizenship, sportsmanship, discipline, and responsibility while creating During the evaluation session of ity to express their ideas proficiently cap, or national origin. an atmosphere for learning and awareness of life. For more information on the mock contest, youth had the op- and e ciently through participation the 4-H livestock judging program, contact the Manatee County 4-H O ce at portunity to taste test their product in projects, talks, discussions, demon- 941.722.4524. as well as others using a national 4-H strations and exhibits. sensory scoring rubric. For more information on the 4-H Way to go The purpose of the 4-H chicken chicken barbecue program, contact barbecue program is to provide young the Manatee County 4-H O ce at Manatee County people an opportunity to develop 941.722.4524. 4 H Youth! leadership talents and to work toward
Yugoslavia CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 Dubrovnik. She also hosts dinners for tour groups like ours. They have two sons. One is away at college in Zagreb and the other is in high-school. Their home is comfortable, plain and simple, and warm and inviting. We sat around the dinner table after a fine meal, the wine owed, and the conversation turned to the Yugoslavian Civil War, which took place from 1991 to 1995. President Tito had held the country At lleft in Dubrovnik the F. Tudjman Bridge. together with an iron fist and when he died no real leader emerged. Slovenia and Croatia soon de- clared their independence followed by Bosnia-Herzegovina. The Serbians had the most to lose from the dissolution of Yugoslavia and with the Montenegrins as their allies they declared war. The Serbs had a trained army with modern weapons, tanks, armored vehicles, and aircraft, and were no match for their enemies. The con ict has been described as a religious and ethnic war, but it was really about wealth and territory. Croatia was the prize with its modern factories and strategic coastline. Slovenia was not considered to be important and the fighting in that area only lasted ten days before At right another view of Slovenia gained its independence. Dubrovnik showing the The war in Croatia was another story as the Serbs mounted a furious assault followed by the harbor and fortifications. relocation of Serbian nationals to occupy the conquered Croatian lands. Dubrovnik was an easy target since it had been demilitarized in 1970 to protect it from war. The Serb/Montenegrin forces set up artillery on the hills above the town and began shelling the defenseless city. The siege started in October of 1991 and lasted intermittently for seven months. Over 100 civilians were killed and 56% of the buildings in the old city were damaged. This atrocity finally got the attention of the nited Na- tions and NATO, who warned the attackers to cease fire. They finally got the message and the siege was lifted in May of 1992. After the war, General Pavle Stugar of Montenegro, who coordinated the attack on Dubrovnik, received a seven and a half year prison term for his role in this affair. Mikhail was a teenager during this time and escaped to the island of Lokrum, about one-quarter mile from Dubrovnik, which was controlled by the Red Cross. The Montenegrins had invaded his village and any males of fighting age were either conscripted or sent to prison. There was little Above a view of a cable car high above to take from the remaining population; so, they were left alone. The war ended in 1995, Mikhail Dubrovnik showing the harbor and city. returned to his village, and Dubrovnik was rebuilt. However recovery has been di cult and bad memories linger. At right a detailed map of the city of Next time we visit Kotor and beautiful Montenegro. Dubrovik. Parrish Village News PAGE 34 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Extension CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 provide you with a 6” orchid pot, potting media, and other materials to repot one orchid. In addition to the workshops identified above, several other opportunities are offered to Registration and advance payment of $15 for materials due by February 10 which guar- receive free gardening information: antees your spot in class (cash or check only, payable to Friends of Extension). Register 1. The Manatee County Master Gardener monthly E-newsletter, The Master Gardening online or call the Extension Master Gardeners. Bench, is available to download at http://bit.ly/ManateeMGnewsletter -- look for The onday Fe r ary ion sh Harvest and Handling Lionfish are Master Gardening Bench on the right of the page and click on “Monthly E-newsletter.” invading the Gulf of Mexico at an alarming rate. These voracious predators are having 2. Can’t make it to the Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service o ce to get a negative impact upon native fish populations. These invasive fishes are actually uite advice or to solve your gardening problems? E-mail us at [email protected]. Be tasty and putting them on the menu is one way to slow the growth of the population. sure to include as much information as you can in your e-mail and include your telephone Come to this free Lionfish workshop for an overview of lionfish biology, history of their number in case additional information is needed. Attach photos if possible. Remember, invasion and brief demonstration on how to harvest and handle lionfish. Register online a photo can be worth a thousand words! or contact Angela Collins (abcollins@u .edu). 3. Get FYI from FFL (Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Program). Visit the Manatee Tuesday, February 23, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Irrigation with Water Conservation in Mind: County Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Program page on Facebook and “like” us to This class satisfies the irrigation educational re uirement for the Manatee County Outdoor stay current on workshops and classes, events, publications, tips for your landscape, plant Water Conservation Rebate Program. Tom Funari, Irrigation Technician, will focus on information, and more. how to adjust your in-ground sprinkler system to conserve water, how you can repair 4. Ask an Extension Master Gardener! - Every 2nd Saturday (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.), parts, and the benefits of installing smart irrigation devices. We will have a brief discus- Visit the Extension Master Gardener information table and get answers to your gardening sion on Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ tips. Register online or call Joann. questions. Location: South Manatee Library, 6081 26th Street West, Bradenton. Wednesday, February 24, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m., Florida Backyard Landscaping for 5. Ask an Extension Master Gardener! – Every 2nd and 4th Saturday (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 Wildlife: With the ever increasing urbanization occurring in our state, wildlife is being p.m.), Visit the Extension Master Gardener information table and get answers to your squeezed into smaller and fewer natural areas. This workshop can help guide you in land- gardening uestions. Location: Rocky Bluff Library, 6750 .S. Highway 301N, Ellenton. scaping your property to benefit wildlife while being Florida-Friendly. In addition to the 6. Interested in having a beautiful landscape while saving water? The Manatee County increased wildlife viewing opportunities, you will be helping provide the basic needs of Agriculture and Extension Service offers a Mobile Irrigation Lab with a FREE evaluation many wildlife species. Register online or call the Extension Master Gardeners. of your landscape and irrigation system. Call 941-722-4524 today to schedule your free Thursday, February 25, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Landscape Tips for Water Conservation: evaluation. This class satisfies the landscape educational re uirement for the Manatee County Out- door Water Conservation Rebate Program. Valrie Massey, Horticulture Pro- gram Assistant, will focus on Florida-Friendly Land- scaping™ tips such as right plant vs right place, water- ing e ciently, and the ben- efits of mulch. We will also discuss in-ground sprinkler systems and the benefit of installing a smart irrigation device. Register online or call Joann.
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For infor- [email protected] or 941-721-2034. mation call, 941-778-0492, go to AMIHS.org or email [email protected]. Sunday, March 6: Native American Experience at Emerson Point Preserve, Emerson Point Preserve, Gamble Plantation Historic State Park Annual Open House, one and a half miles west 5801 17th Street West, Palmetto, meet at the Pavilion by the Ranger’s Station, 9:00 a.m. of I-75 (exit 224) on S301, Ellenton, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Travel back to the Old - 11:00 a.m. Step back in time as we explore Florida’s past and discover what life was South during the day through the many lifestyle demonstrations of that time period. The like for Native Americans that once lived here. We will learn about many of the skills ladies of the United Daughters of the Confederacy will be wearing costumes reminiscent practiced by Florida’s early inhabitants and their way of life during a walk through the site of the era of the 1840’s through 1870’s to add that special touch of authenticity to the day. of an early Native American settlement. We will also discuss the transformation the state The Gamble Mansion will be open to the public with FREE tours of the building. Addi- has experienced throughout the years and gain a new perspective about the place where tionally, the 4th Florida Volunteer Infantry will be dressed in military uniforms re-enact- we live. Program suitable for participants ages 6 and older. FREE! Register by calling ing a Confederate encampment. Music, crafts and more await attendees. Also during the 941-748-4501 ext. 6044 or email [email protected]. event, join Re ections of Manatee volunteers at the Cane Mill in the rear of the Plantation ArtSlam, Old Main Street, Bradenton and partner cultural sites, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. House during the spring open house. Learn about the Gambles and the Sugarcane Cul- This 5th annual outdoor public event in downtown, celebrates youth and creativity, featur- ture of the Plantation. Experience a turn at pushing the cane grinder and making some ing dozens of young artists, musicians and performers, site-specific art installations, and sugarcane juice or take a taste of syrup or molasses made the traditional way. Gamble interactive art experiences in a festival atmosphere. FREE! www.realizebradenton.com. Plantation is the only surviving Sugar Plantation of South Florida. The event is free and Parrish Heritage Days Parade and Festival ith nn al Chili Cook Off Parade starts young and old are encouraged to participate. Available: Sugarcane syrup or molasses behind the fire department at 10:30 a.m., travels up 121st Avenue and ends at the Florida while supplies last for a donation. Gulf Coast Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd Street East, Parrish. Floats, animals, bands and ene t or the yakka hoolho se, 32755 Singletary Road, Myakka City, 4:00 children’s groups. The Parade is FREE! Festival starts at 11:00 a.m. and runs until 4:00 p.m. (Gates open at 2:00 p.m.). Herrmann’s Royal Lipizzaner Stallions 6th Annual Dress p.m. on the grounds of the Florida Gulf Coast Railroad Museum. There is a $5 charge for Performance to benefit the Myakka City Historical Society’s efforts to restore the 1914 tickets bought in advance ($10 at the gate, tickets on sales at the Parrish 7 Eleven and Par- Myakka City Schoolhouse. Story tells of General Patten’s rescue of the horses from Nazi rish Y) to get into the family friendly festival (children 12 and under are free) where there control. Taste of Myakka, children’s games, local crafts and more. Tickets required, $15 will be rides, games, food and live music by several local and nationally known bands. for adult $5 for child (ages 6-12), day of event only at the gate. Stadium seating or bring To enter a team in the chili cook off (Prize is $500!), go to www.parrishchili.com or email your own chair for seating around the arena (event and seating outdoors). For informa- [email protected]. tion, call the Myakka City Historical Society, (941) 322-1304 or (941) 322-1035. Manatee Village Historical Park Heritage Days Open House, 1404 Manatee Avenue Monday, March 7: East, (State Road 64) Bradenton, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. At Manatee Village Historical Manatee Settlement Tour, 1312 2nd Avenue East and 14th Street East Bradenton 34208, Park - a collection of restored buildings from the area’s settlement history - you can dis- two blocks north of State Road 64, GPS 34208 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Meet volunteers from cover what our community was like fewer than 20 years after the first pioneers arrived. Re ections of Manatee, Inc. as costumed guides take you through the shaded streets of Take a step back in time to mid-1860s Southwest Florida and experience life in Mana- Manatee in this slow paced 2-hour walk. Come early and read the 12 interpretive signs tee County through living history interpreters and re-enactors presenting daily activities, within the grounds while you learn about the lost settlement of Angola, a run-away slave military camp life, music, dance, and heritage crafts. Vendors will also be on site selling refuge known to be on site in the early 1800’s, the Seminoles and Branch Fort during 3rd food, uni ue crafts, and local products. FREE! For information, call (941) 741-4076 Seminole War time period, and all those who followed making Bradenton and Manatee or visit: www.manateeclerk.com/historical/manateevillage.aspx or www.facebook.com/ County what it is today. The tour takes you to three Curry houses, newly named on the manateehistoricalpark. National Register of Historical Places. As you peek inside you learn about the Black Florida Cowboy Art Reception, Carnegie Library Basement, 515 10th Ave. West, Pal- Union Soldiers who used one of the houses as headquarters while they took over the Vil- metto, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Join Palmetto Historical Park and Manatee County Agricultural lage of Manatee in 1864. Parking and handicap facilities on site. The event is free but Museum as they open a 6-week long exhibit of artwork featuring the Florida Cowboy, past contributions to the non-profit are greatly appreciated. The tour begins promptly at 3:30. FREE! Donations are appreciated. For more information, call 941-746-2035. Wednesday, March 9: Walking Tour of Fogartyville, narrated by Master Boat Builder and Fogartyville resi- dent, Bob Pitt, leaves from Lewis Park, 3100 block of 1st Ave. W., Bradenton, 10:00 a.m. This walk will be approximately 2 hours and will highlight some of the historic homes and historic sites in the town once called Fogartyville. Wear comfortable shoes. FREE! For more information, call, the Manatee County Historical Records Library, (941) 741-4070. Thursday, March 10: Historic Sarasota Bay Boat Tour, Bridge Street Pier on Anna Maria Island, 2:00 p.m. The Florida Maritime Museum is partnering with Paradise Boat Tours to present an edu- cational excursion through Sarasota Bay. During this 90-minute, narrated tour guests will have the opportunity to see natural wildlife, explore Florida’s coastal heritage, and enjoy stories of authentic Cortez. Tickets are $30, $25 for seniors 65 and over, or $20 kids under 12. Call (941) 708-6120 to reserve your seat. Payment by cash, check or credit card due at time of reservation. Saturday, March 12: Palmetto Heritage Festival, Palmetto Historical Park & the Manatee County Agricul- tural Museum, 515 10th Ave. West, Palmetto, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Heritage Station Post O ce will be open for business and a special one-day cancellation will be a xed to all outgoing mail. Activities will include Florida Cowboy Art Exhibit, storyteller, music, food vendor, heritage craft demonstrations, children’s activities and crafts. No admission to event, but there is a charge for the Chicken & Yellow Rice Luncheon to be held at the Woman’s Club of Palmetto from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. For information, call (941) 723-4991 or (941) 721-2034. Tuesday, March 15: ye Ce etery ea ti ation and Pioneer erien e, Rye Preserve, 905 Rye Wil- derness Trail, Parrish, FL 34219, meet at the Pavilion, 8:30 a.m. – Noon. Volunteer to spruce up the Rye cemetery trail and historic burial ground, by removing litter and inva- sive plants. After our work is done, we will celebrate the history of the site by playing some games and interactive activities to help you travel back in time to Rye when it was a homestead. Program suitable for participants ages 6 and older. FREE! Register by call- ing 941-748-4501 ext. 6035 or email [email protected]. Wednesday, March 16: Manatee County Historical Society Luncheon, Renaissance on 9th, 1816 9th Street West, Bradenton, Noon. $16.00 for luncheon. Speaker to be announced. You do not have to be a member of the society to attend the luncheons, but reservations must be made by Thursday, March 12. Call for reservations, (941) 792-2928. Lecture “Overview of Florida’s Commercial Fishing”, Florida Maritime Museum, Please see Manatee Heritage CONTINUED ON PAGE 39 Parrish Village News page 36 Back to Basics Family Fun The Professional Golf Staff at River Wilderness Golf & Country Club All in One Beautiful Setting
EXPERIENCE IT ALL! As we enter the winter season here in Florida, I can’t help but think about our northern friends, who have stored their golf clubs for four months or so. They all are anxious to 18-HOLE SEMI-PRIVATE COURSE get back in the groove of playing this great game. When that time arrives we hear phrases 4 HAR TRU TENNIS COURTS such as “knocking the rust off” and “getting back to basics.” They have to remember’ FITNESS CENTER how to address the ball and swing the club. JUNIOR OLYMPIC SWIMMING POOL There are two parts to executing a sound golf swing: the static portion (grip, stance, JUNIOR FITNESS & GOLF CAMPS posture and alignment) and the motion portion (the movement of the club). This tip will SWIMMING LESSONS focus on the static portion. FULL SERVICE DINING ROOM Static BANQUET FACILITIES 1) Grip. It is crucial that we have a good grip because that is what essentially controls SOCIAL EVENTS the clubface. Having a poor grip leads to inconsistent clubface positions at impact thus leading to poor direction. The three basic grips are the overlap, interlock and ten-finger. & MUCH MORE! Find one that gives the most consistent results. 2) Stance. The width of your stance is very important for several reasons, controlling GREAT TENNIS PROGRAMS balance and creating power. Normally the widths of stance increases with the amount of ALL OR NFORMATION force we are trying to produce: narrow with chips and putts; wider with fairway woods C F I ! and driver. 941-776-2691 3) Posture. Good posture begins with a slight tilt of the spine and just enough knee ex to support a good solid foundation. This allows the arms to rotate away from the ball on the correct plane, which will allow you to maximize the width of your takeaway, produc- ing the most effortless power. 4) Alignment. This is one of the most neglected components for all golfers. It is critical for your feet, knees, hips and shoulders to be parallel to the target line in order to swing the club on the correct plane and path. If the lines don’t match up the results cause both slices and hooks instead of solid, well hit shots at the target.
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Enjoy the Best Course North of the River Call 941-776-2602 to Book a Tee Time Parrish Village News PAGE 37 Pets A Place for Your Cat to Call Home Plus Dorothy Gale always said there’s no place like home. Home is where the heart is, and home is where we all truly feel safe and comfortable.
And for cats? It couldn’t be more true! Instead of having a “home” of their own, cats need their own furniture. This is their territory -- a place to feel safe and secure. Here are a few reasons why we recommend cat furniture for your fur-babies.
A PLACE TO CALL MY OWN When there are guests around, children, or other animals, cats will often try to seek refuge in “safe” places. That’s why you may find your cat loves hiding under the bed or inside boxes. With a safe haven, like specific cat furniture, your kitty will have a safe and secure nook whenever it feels threatened by their surroundings.
SCRATCHING A cat naturally likes to scratch. You may think your cat is trying to sharpen or trim its claws, but actually the cat is shedding its claws. Cats have nail caps that shed monthly, and scratching encourages proper claw growth.
Cats also have special scent glands in their feet, so they are also marking territory when they scratch. You don’t want your kitty scratching up your new couch, though! Cat fur- niture may come with materials that are scratch-able or a scratching post may just do the trick.
HINT! There’s a product called sticky paws that will keep your cats from scratching your furniture, and catnip spray can attract your cats toward the “safe-to-scratch” cat furniture in the home.
CLIMBING You may notice that your cat likes to jump, climb, and chase. To survive in the wild, cats need to hunt and kill prey. This natural behavior still in uences how cats behave indoors. Have a safe and fun cat habitat will be fun and engaging for your kitties. Not quite sure what style of cat furniture your cats will love? No worries, they come in all types of shapes, sizes, and materials. Perhaps consider starting with one that will best NAPPING work in the space that you are designating, and go from there. Who says cats have all the fun? Cats sleep up to 16 hours a day. Therefore, a safe and Pets Plus animal experts are always willing to help you. warm place to rest is something they’ll be purring about. Come in and ask us if a certain pet is right for you. Or you can learn more at www.petsplusfl.com.
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Saturday,Low Cost February Pet Vaccination 6th & 20th - Clinics1 - 3 PM CheckLow Cost out Pet dates Vaccination at our Clinics store Heartworm Tests Low Cost Pet Medications Parrish Village News PAGE 38 Thumb Sucking and Your Child’s Teeth Dr. Patty Schnur, Parrish Children’s Dentistry
Hello, Parrish families! The new year is in full swing and I hope 2016 is a great year for Parrish! Hello, my name is Dr. Patty Schnur, and I am a general dentist practicing in Parrish. I limit my practice to children 2-18 years of age. Recently, I’ve had several parents ask me about how oral habits such as thumb sucking and pacifi er use can aff ect oral health in children, so that is this month’s topic. As a mom, I have three children and each of them sucked their thumb. Thumb suck- ing is a natural comfort mechanism in babies and as they grow and discover more about their world, babies will often fi nd their thumbs, fi ngers, and toes interesting. Babies will also self-soothe or fall asleep by sucking their thumbs. For babies it is a natural re ex. However, as children grow and permanent teeth erupt, the natural, ideal growth and development of the palate and dental arches, as well as the jaw can be negatively aff ected by thumb sucking and pacifi er use. Ideally during sleep the tongue lies against the roof of the mouth helping to create an appropriately wide shape for the dental arches. When a child has an object, like a pacifi er or thumb, interrupting that sleep pattern, the arches and roof of the mouth will become misshapen. Serious orthodontic problems arise that can aff ect the smile, the bite, and the jaw joints. The most common eff ect is ared front teeth and an open bite (the top and bottom teeth don’t touch.) Breaking a sucking habit can be very di cult without a child’s own motivation. Praising a child for not sucking his thumb can work, but is often not enough. A dentist can help suggest other strategies, such as bitter tasting nail polishes or even orthodontic appli- ances. Two of my children stopped with the help of a product called Mavala Stop, but my youngest child took much longer. He wore mittens to bed; we used bitter medication, but nothing worked. It wasn’t until he became self-motived after seeing pictures of children with severely misaligned smiles that he stopped. He decided he wanted a handsome smile instead. I also want to mention that some children suck their thumbs as a way to prop open their mouths in order to breathe better at night. An airway that is restricted due to enlarged tonsils can lead children to mouth breathe during sleep, sometimes using their thumbs to help. Mouth breathing, snoring, and sleep problems are a topic on its own, but one I fi nd very important to healthy growth and development. I hope this information is useful. If you have a question you would like me to answer in this column you can send it to me at [email protected] or call my o ce at 776-5135. MM33845 MA79693 We're Moving! Join us at our new location:location: Located in the new Eye Center plaza 8312 US Hwy 301 N Suite 101 near Old Tampa Road and US 301 N.
776-5135 776-0885 Patricia Schnur DMD Richard Schnur DMD Manatee Heritage CONTINED FROM PAGE 35 Parrish Village News PAGE 39 4415 119th Street West, Cortez, 3:00 p.m. This lecture focuses on the history of commer- cal Places homes in Manatee County. Our two 1860 homes of Amanda (Andress) and cial fi shing in Florida from the perspective of the industry today. Join FMM’s Education Samuel George Curry, an enlisted man of the Army and Navy during the civil war, their Coordinator John Beale to learn more about the fi sh and shellfi sh landed in the state, re- daughter’s homes, Mary Amelia, a school teacher in Manatee School for 50 years, and gional fi sheries, and the types of boats used in Florida waters. FREE! Seating is fi rst come the Theodosia (Curry) Lloyd house, built in 1925. Visit with the local archaeologists, re- fi rst serve, beginning at 2:30. (941) 708-6120 or email [email protected]. searchers, historians and descendants who helped in documenting this phenomenal history Saturday, March 19: of the Curry Settlement while you enjoy a dish of homemade ice cream. Archaeological Fishing Heritage Festival at Jiggs Landing, 6106 63rd Street East, Bradenton, 9:00 artifacts from the on-site research which took place will be on display. FREE! (Donations a.m.– Noon. Join us as we spend the morning casting back in time, learning about the are appreciated). For more information contact: 941-746-2035. early days of Jiggs Landing and reviving the dreams of landing a trophy bass at this his- Wednesday, March 23: toric fi sh camp. We will get a glimpse of the lifestyle of these days as we take a tour of the Imaging in Cortez, a Photography Walking Tour, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th late-forties replica cabin and enjoy the enduring pastime of fi shing along these shorelines. Street West, Cortez, 8:00 a..m. Enjoy a walking photo tour of the picturesque Cortez Participants will have a chance to try their luck at fi shing-themed activities and we encour- Village and working waterfront. Nature photographer Richard Estabrook will guide you age you to cast out your lines to see what you can catch! Program suitable for all ages. as you capture historic images off the beaten track. Bring camera e uipment and wear FREE! Register by calling 941-748-4501 ext. 6044 or email [email protected] sturdy walking shoes. Non-photographers are welcome, too. $5.00 per person. Class size Note: Anyone 16 or older needs a valid freshwater fi shing license to fi sh at Jiggs Landing, is very limited so reservations are re uired. Call (941) 708-6120 or email fmminfo@ but a fi shing license is not re uired for other festival events. All state rules and regulations manateeclerk.com for reservations. apply for fi shing. Friday, March 25: Cracker Cowboy Poet Hank Mattson, Carnegie Library Basement, 515 10th Ave. West, Family Fun after DeSoto Children’s Parade, Palmetto Historical Park and Manatee Palmetto, 1:00 p.m. Palmetto Historical Park & Manatee County Agricultural Museum County Agricultural Museum, 515 10th Ave. West, Palmetto, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. host Hank Mattson who will entertain the audience with poetry and tales of the life of a Gather in the Palmetto Historical Park and Manatee County Agricultural Museum after Florida Cracker Cowboy. Admission is $5 per person. For more information: palmet- the DeSoto Heritage Festival’s Children’s Parade for free family fun. Enjoy the day with [email protected] or call 941-723-4991. your children participating in hands-on activities. Crafts, face painting, board games, and Saturday and Sunday, March 19 and 20: a movie will be some of the FREE activities off ered. The park is located right at the end Five Centuries of Florida History, Desoto National Memorial, 8300 De Soto Memorial of the parade route. For more information call 721-2034. Hwy, Bradenton, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Come experience 500 years of Florida history. Saturday, March 26: More than 30 reenactors from all over Florida will portray men and women from Florida’s Walking Tour of Downtown Bradenton, led by historian and author, Georgia Brown, past and will have tents and public displays to share their piece of history. Time line leaves from the Realize Bradenton Information Booth at the Farmer’s Market on Main programs will occur every hour between 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Junior Ranger activities Street, 2:00 p.m. This walk, about 2 hours, will highlight historic buildings along Main will be on hand for the kids, come out and experience out history and commemorate 100 Street and around the Manatee County Courthouse. Wear comfortable shoes. FREE! years of our national Parks. FREE! To learn more please call (941)792-0458 or visit us After the tour stay downtown for dinner at one of the many fi ne downtown restaurants at www.nps.gov/deso or Facebook at De Soto National Memorial. (reservations are recommended as many people are in town during this time of year). For Sunday, March 20: more information, call, the Manatee County Historical Records Library, (941) 741-4070. Samuel G. Curry Museum House Ice Cream Social, 1302 4th Avenue East north of Wednesday, March 30 and Thursday, March 31 SR64 and west of 14th Street East, Bradenton. (GPS 34208), Noon - 2:30 p.m. Join Walking Tour of Palmetto, leaves from the Palmetto Historical Park, 10th Avenue and Re ections of Manatee at the newly recognized National Register Properties in Manatee 6th Street West, Palmetto, 2:00 p.m. This walk, about 2 hours, will highlight some of County. These homes are located on 4th Ave between 14th and 12th street and 1 block the historic buildings along the riverfront in Palmetto and includes a tour of the Palmetto North of SR64 in today’s East Bradenton. Ice Cream Socials have long been a part of the Riverfront Bed and Breakfast. The Bed and Breakfast was a Sears and Roebuck house, community. Join us as we celebrate the inclusion of three National Register of Histori- built by town founder’s son, J.A. Lamb. Wear comfortable shoes. FREE! Reservations are re uired and space is limited, fi rst come, fi rst served. Email the Agricultural Museum L A Nails to make reservations, [email protected]. Professional Nail Care for Ladies & Gentlemen
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When my business day ended I hurriedly changed clothes and dashed off to The Ol- ive and the Grape, which was rated 4 ½ stars on TripAdvisor. Imagine my shock when I saddled up to the bar and found that their wine by the glass list offered only two choices of Pinot Noir… and one was from California! Given the proliferation of wine bars across America in recent years one might have certain expectations as to the design and offerings of a wine bar. But if one does, one might be very disappointed. Might one? It seems as if every restaurant or bar with a minimal amount of fairly modest wine Regularly scheduled and reasonably priced tasting events that offer the opportunity offerings calls itself a wine bar. They do this, of course, to attract aficionados of fine wine. for experimentation. But what exactly is a wine bar? • At least a limited menu of food choices to accompany the wine being served. Establishments where adults gather to drink where wine is the focus have been around Wine classes that offer the opportunity to enhance your knowledge. for centuries. In Italy they’re called enoteca, an Italian word which literally means “wine • General pricing that doesn’t make your wallet want to run for cover. library.” An enoteca is a very special type of local or regional wine shop where wine can • Genuine commitment to stay up with progressive wine trends. be tasted and consumed. Rarely is food served and, if it is, the menu is typically quite simple. In the Sarasota/Bradenton/Parrish area there are literally no venues that meet these In France a bistro is usually a small, unpretentious restaurant featuring wine. But standards. Generally speaking, there are some “fine dining” establishments that offer an TGI Fridays and P.F. Chang’s have both referred to themselves as bistros. So you see, expanded wine list and some events – usually “tasting dinners.” But their wine lists are these terms have been stretched to fit the needs of the advertising plan. typically focused on California wines extravagantly priced. What should one expect from a legitimate wine bar: There are also the pretenders, like Carmel Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota. But they offer few of the re uired amenities and their wine list is limited to 30 vintages with • An extraordinary selection of wines – at least 100 with a minimum of 20 featured more than 50% from California. Sadly, this facility is located just across the shopping by the glass. center from one of the area’s best wine stores. • Wines from small, artesian producers – not just mass producers like Mondavi, There is little doubt that the popularity of authentic wine bars is growing. I recently Beringer and Clos du Bois. found a great wine bar at the Minneapolis/St Paul International Airport. So if you seek • Wines from around the globe including France, Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, Por- them out you can find them anywhere. tugal, Australia, Chile, Argentina and South Africa. Great wine is like great food, like great art. It re ects the culture and the values of Service in large (16 ounce minimum) first-class wine glasses – not small, thick- those who create it. It can be more than just a beverage we slosh down after a bite or chat rimmed restaurant glasses. over at a party. • Servers who are trained to provide more than a modicum of expertise on the subject Now, armed with this information, go forth and explore! Be fearless in demanding and the wines they offer. the attributes you have a right to expect! If you find any, let me know about them. I’ll see Wine expert on staff to answer the really tough uestions and provide background you there! on the various vintages. Cheers! Ringling College Galleries Parrish Village News PAGE 41 ONLY $25 TO REGISTER AND WALK! 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ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF MANATEE COUNTY! Saturday, March 5, 2016 Sutton Park, Palmetto 8am - 2pm 2016. Gallery Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more infor- mation please visit: www.ringling.edu/galleries. Central Tue 23 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Braden River Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mon 01 MACbook I Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. New! Crochet Class (all skills) 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Tue 02 Irish Interest Group (SGS) 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Tales, Tunes & Crafts 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. urs iPad for Overdrive Class 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Preschool Storytime 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Thurs 04 Preschool Storytime: Flowers 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Relaxation Coloring for Adults 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Creative Aging One-Stroke Decorative Painting1 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Family Movie Night 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Thurs 04 Tree Tops Storytime 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Creative Aging Line Dancing Classes (55+ yrs.)1 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. New! Mahjong Club 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Tweens: Between the Pages 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. eBook & Tech Help Table 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Join Our Chess Club 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mother Goose on the Loose 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. AARP Tax Prep 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Island Sat 06 Family Lego Day 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tue 02 Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Chess Club 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Apple iphone Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Computer Class: Windows 8 With Danielle Wallace 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Manatee Patchworkers 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sat 06 English as a Second Language (ESOL) Talkers Group 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Gulf Coast Writers 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Book Discussion Group: The Invention of Wings 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Play Chess With an International Chess Master 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Library Catalog Training 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wed 10 Preschool Storytime 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Apple ipad Class 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Book & Craft Club (Ages 8 - 12) 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Neighborhood Services Outreach 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. MACbook I Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friends’ L&T Series: Kevin Lausman, Beekeeper 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Creative Aging One-Stroke Decorative Painting1 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Reference USA as a Tool for Small Business 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tree Tops Story Time 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. K-Nex Club (build cool models!) 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Knit and Crochet (Friends Sponsored) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Murder by the Book Book Club: Gray Mountain 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Wed 10 Tales, Tunes & Crafts 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. at Families: Be My Valentine Crafts 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fri 12 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. K-Nex Club (build cool models!) 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. AARP Tax Prep 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Reading to the Service Dogs 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Psychology of Positive Aging With Ron Warner 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Pains & Gains of Collaboration Presented by 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Preschool Storytime: Friends 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Wed 10 Coloring Club (coloring is not just for kids!) 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Authors Cia McCoy & Nancy Unsworth S.T.E.A.M.: Seeds & Sprouting 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Chess Club (all ages) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Knitting Clinic 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Creative Aging Line Dancing Classes (55+ yrs.)1 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friends’ L&T Series: Jack Elka, Drones 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tue 16 Identity Theft Program With Deputy Russ Younger 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Windows 10 Intro 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Old Braden River Historical Society 6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. Fri 12 Mother Goose on the Loose 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Origami (Friends Sponsored) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. S.T.E.A.M.: Seeds & Sprouting 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Family Program: Lego Club 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Creative Aging One-Stroke Decorative Painting1 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tue 16 Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Thurs 18 Tree Tops Storytime 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Apple iphone Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Computer Basics With Danielle Wallace 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Guide to Veterans Benefits 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Asolo Play Readers’ “Sons, Mothers & Others” 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Book & Craft Club (Ages 8-12) 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tween & Teen: Extreme Coloring (ages 8-17) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thurs 18 Book Club 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. AARP Tax Prep 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Apple ipad Class 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friends’ L&T Series: John Horne, Restaurant Owner 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sat 20 Life in the Peace Corps With Leita Kaldi, Author of 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. ParrishTue Village16 Microsoft News PAGE Excel 42 I Class 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Knit and Crochet (Friends Sponsored) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Roller Skating in the Desert (Friends Sponsored) Tales, Tunes & Crafts 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Sat 20 Chess Class With Chess Master (all ages) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Chess Club 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thurs 18 Preschool Storytime: Time to Sleep 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Families: S.T.E.A.M. Program 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Memoirs Group 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. RockyStorytime luff i rary 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Classics Up Close Book Club: Oscar Wilde 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Creative Aging Line Dancing Classes (55+ yrs.)1 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Memory Screening 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wed 24 Preschool Storytime 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mother Goose on the Loose 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Wed 24 Chess Club (all ages) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Creative Aging One-Stroke Decorative Painting1 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Quilting 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tree Tops Storytime 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Early PathwaysActivities Along FL’s West Coast (Jim Schnur) 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pine Needle Basket Weaving (Part 1) 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Apple iphone Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. r Friends Book Sale (at Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave.) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tween Art Club: Sculpt a Bookworm 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Sat 20 English as a Second Language (ESOL) Talkers Group 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fri 26 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Play Chess With an International Chess Master 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. H.T. Griffin, Author of Mortal Dilemma 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. AARP Tax Prep 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Apple ipad Class 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friends Book Sale (at Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave.) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Teen Advisory Board 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at A Glance1 CareerSource Suncoast Mobile Career Center Bus 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Writing Fiction, Friends & Gulf Coast Writers 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Yoga 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. MACbook II Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Emerging Readers: “Star Wars” 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Rocky Bluff South Manatee Tue 23 Microsoft Excel II Class 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tue 02 AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tue 02 Architecture and Art Through the Ages 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Tales, Tunes & Crafts 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Chess/Board Games (all ages & skills) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Learn Basic Spanish 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thurs 25 Preschool Storytime: Polar Animals 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Wed 03 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Storytime: Happy Chinese New Year! 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Thurs 04 Films With Fran: Romantic Comedies (Friends Spon.) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. urs Neighborhood Services 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Creative Aging Line Dancing Classes (55+ yrs.)1 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fri 05 CareerSource Suncoast Mobile Career Center 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Free Memory Screenings1 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Microsoft Word Class 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tween Book Club: Books currently reading 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mother Goose on the Loose 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Early Literacy Creative Time 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Sat 06 Family Movie: New Release (Peter Pan story) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Scrabble & Mahjong 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tue 09 AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sat 06 Crochet Club 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Apple iphone Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Chess/Board Games (all ages & skills) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Ruth Fischel Local Author Signing (Friends Sponsored) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mon 29 MACbook II Class 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Wed 10 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Lego Day (Friends Sponsored) 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Book Bites Kids Book Club 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Travel Film: Alaska & Alpine Germany (Friends Spon.) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Palmetto Meditation Class 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wed 10 Storytime: Granny Goose Valentine’s Visit 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tue 02 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Thurs 11 Films With Fran: Romantic Comedies (Friends Spon.) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Coloring Escapes for Grown-Ups 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Computer Class: Navigating the Library Catalog 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Craft Time for Grown-Ups: Puzzle Piece Hearts1 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. New! Crochet Class (all skills) 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fri 12 Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Intro to Basic Sign Language: Food & Colors 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ThursManatee04 Readers Rock Bookclub:Genealogical Bring your book (ages 8-12) 5:00Society p.m. - 6:00 p.m. AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Spanish Book Club 6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. New! Mahjong Club 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sat 13 Master Gardener: Drop in for tips 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fri 12 CareerSource Suncoast Mobile Bus 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Join Our Chess Club 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Crochet Hour (all skills) 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. a SetsChess Club for FebruaryKids Meeting 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Pokémon Club 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Chess 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The ManateeForty Carrots Genealogical Partners in SocietyPlay2 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tue 16 AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Master Gardener 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wed 10 Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. You Gotta Read This Book Club 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Tue 16 Red Rose Parlour’s “Memoirs of a Virgin Goddess” 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. will meet on FriendsTuesday, Book March Discussion: 1 from Forster’s 10:00 A Passage to India 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Chess/Board Games (all ages & skills) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Presented by Sava Anthony (Friends Sponsored) a.m. to 12:30New p.m. Library at the Catalog Manatee Training County 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Wed 17 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Learn Basic Spanish 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Central LibraryOne-on-One located at Computer 1301 Barcarrota Basics 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. PJ Storytime: Wear your PJs & bring your teddy! 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Mad Science Storytime: Taste & Smell 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Relaxation Coloring for Adults 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thurs 18 Neighborhood Outreach Community Services 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Thurs 18 Music Talk With Edwin Culver 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Boulevard WestTeen in Book Bradenton. Club Professional 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Rocky Bluff Book Club: The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Topic: Soviet Censorship & Shostakovich’s music (Friends Sponsored) Fri 12 New! Mahjong Club 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Delicious Reads 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Genealogist Joanne Daerr Ryder will pres- Fri 19 Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 2 English as a Second Language (ESOL) Talkers Group 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Forty Carrots Partners in Play 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. ent two topicsJoin entitled: Our Chess Love Club! and Marriage 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sat 20 Lego Club: Bring your Legos! 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Classic Movie (Friends Sponsored) 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. . . . and the HorseE-Reader and Drop-In: Carriage Bring and your Follow ereader & questions 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Tue 23 AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sat 20 Meet the Artist 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sweetheart Birds Craft (ages 7-17) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Chess/Board Games (all ages & skills) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Architecture & Art Through the Ages 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. the Money forChess ‘On forTarget’ Kids! Results. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wed 24 Forty Carrots Partners in Play2 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Wed 24 Storytime: African Tales 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Wed For 17societySpanish information Book Club: goLos Centroamericanosto http:// 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Computer Class: Navigating eBooks Class 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. History of Tattooing & the Maritime World 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Antología de cuentos Thurs 25 Art Club for Ages 8-12 (Friends Sponsored) 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Presented by John Beale of the Florida Maritime Museum www.rootsweb.ancestry.com Friends Book Sale: Members mgs . OnlyYou Preview 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Makers Club 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Fri 26 Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 2 canFri email19 questionsFriends toBook mgs.society@gmail. Sale 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. AARP Tax Aides 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fri. 26 Forty Carrots Partners in Play 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Join Our Chess Club 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sat 27 Master Gardener: Drop in for tips 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Author Discussion Group: Jesmyn Ward 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. com. Friends Book Sale 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Finance Series: Kids, College & Parents (Jim Zientara) 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Chess 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Parking Chessis free for and Kids lunch is included 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Teen Crafts: Recycle Project 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Knitting Clinic 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Notes: 1 Pre-registration required; 2Forty Carrots Partners in Play is for mobile babies to age 5/space limited to first 12 families; Manatee County Public Library System does not endorse any of the organizations or products/services that may be affiliated with any program. with pre-registration. Non-member cost is Visit Rocky Bluff Library $40; members $35. 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Not intended to solicit Bloomington, IL future.” buyers or sellers currently under contract. Copyright © {2016} Parrish Village News PAGE 44 Tampa Bay Has Great Winter Fishery!! Capt. Jason Prieto Happy Valentine’s Day! Parrish’s Premier Grooming Salon $5.00 OFF Full Groom *First Visit *Expiration Date 2/29/2016 $5.00 OFF Furminator Treatment *First Visit Michelle from Kentucky caught this nice Redfi sh while on a recent charter with Capt. Jason Prieto. *Expiration Date 2/29/2016 January 1st was the start of winter for Tampa Bay and we have been blasted with cold The Lucky Puppy fronts every three to fi ve days. This can really take a toll on fi shing as drastic drops in water temperatures and not a lot on consistent weather will make for some tough fi shing. 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As stated earlier these fi sh get on the reefs, docks and wrecks that are all over the bay so fi nding a good spot isn’t that di cult. Simply drop your shrimp down with the ade uate amount of weight depending on depth and tide and get ready for some great fi sh- ing. Sheepshead are known to be great at stealing bait so you will want to bring a bunch Look No Further... of shrimp. Trout are also a hot fi sh to target going into February. You can expect to catch a ton of WOODY’S DESIGNS fi sh on the ats using both live and artifi cial baits. My preferred method is using artifi cial bait when targeting Trout in the winter. It’s a great way to catch a lot of fi sh and when Is Here! drifting the ats you can also cover a lot of ground. Some of my favorite Trout rigs consist of the Mirrolure Mirrodine 17MR BCH. This is sinking suspending twitch bait and the Trout absolutely love it. Another great option would have to be a soft plastic Mirrolure Lil Jon. 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Take advantage of those bad weather days and get your boat and gear in good Custom Pavers shape and ready for spring because it will be here before you know it. Tight lines. Decking Captain Jason Prieto is a native resident of Tampa and has fi shed Tampa Bay and its Pressure Washing surrounding waters for the past 30 years. He is owner and operator of Steady Action Fish- ing Charters which is based out of lower Tampa Bay and has been operating since 2004. To book a charter, you can reach him at 813-727-9890 or www.steadyactionfi shingchar- eciali ing in itc ens an at rooms ters.com. If you would like to catch him on the radio tune into Tampa Fishing Outfi tters Radio Show on Sunday Mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 AM 1040 Sports Talk the Team. Tight Established since 1986 lines!!!!8:00 to 9:00 a.m. 1040 Sports Talk the Team. Tight lines!!!! 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The Parrish Arts Council wishes you a Happy, Artistic New Year! Artists and art collectors, we need you! Parrish Arts Council has more festivals, plein air painting, classes, events and gatherings in store for our community. Our membership has grown as we continue build- ing the arts culture in Parrish! To become a member or sponsor and to learn more, please go to www.par- rishartscouncil.org or contact Jerri Phillips of the Fine Arts Committee on (941) 809-5059.
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Aimee Garay of Tastefully Simple, presents Donna Koehnen of BeautiControl, her Judy Vobroucek, owner of Discount Med Direct, certifi cate for being honored as the January was recognized as the December 2015 WOMAN 2016 WOMAN OF THE MONTH for the OF THE MONTH for the SWAT SWAT Networking Parrish Chapter. Networking Parrish Chapter. The Parrish chapter of SWAT Networking recently honored the following women for their dedication and hard work and positive spirit within the SWAT organization. The Parrish chapter was excited to honor Judy Vobroucek, owner of Discount Med Direct, as the December 2015 Woman of the Month. Donna Koehnen of BeautiControl was recognized as the January 2016 Woman of the Month. Both of these women are a valuable asset to the organization and exemplify all of the qualities that determine who is chosen for this honor. SWAT, or Successful Women Aligning Together, is a growing group of dynamic wom- en that support one another in business as well as in personal growth and development. At meetings, members network and build relationships, meet other professional women and learn marketing techniques. Lunchtime meetings are held in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Manasota, Anna Maria Island, Venice, Parrish, St. Petersburg and Brandon. For more information, contact Dr. Robyn 941-962-0884 [email protected]. The SWAT networking Parrish Chapter meets on the fi rst Thursday of every month. RSVP no later than 12 noon on the Tuesday prior to the meeting. Cost is $14 for Mem- bers, $17 Visiting SWAT Sister and $19 for Non-member Guests which includes lunch, beverage, tax and tip. For more information go to www.swatnetworking.com. Parrish Village News PAGE 46 Adoptions and News from the Humane Society of Manatee County HSMC are committed to placing 100 percent of the animals brought to HSMC for adop- tion into permanent, loving homes. FAQ About Adoptions What does the adoption fee include? Not only do you take home your new best friend, but all of the animals are spayed or neutered, microchipped and up to date on all their vaccinations. Pet insurance for 30 days is also included. Adoption fees are $75 for all the dogs and kittens, $50 for adult cats 6 months or older. What is the Selection Criteria? Pets placed up for adoption need to be of sound temperament and good health. Pets with a history of severe aggression or untreatable conditions are not suitable for the adop- tion program. Many animals undergo substantial medical and/or behavioral rehabilita- tion prior to placement for adoption. For example, the dog enrichment and obedience program, staffed by a group of dedicated volunteers, works with all the dogs to help them develop good manners as well as special needs dogs in order to resolve behavior problems that otherwise would be a deterrent to adoption. Do you ever get purebred dogs or cats? It is estimated that about 25 percent of the animals brought to the shelter are pure- breds. If you are interested in a specific breed, check the pet lists to see if one is available. The Humane Society of Manatee County also works with purebred dog rescue organiza- tions. Many times, these dogs are transferred from the Humane Society to rescue groups who specialize in adoption of a particular breed. That way HSMC has more room for mix breeds. Can I return a pet I’ve adopted? Yes, the Humane Society of Manatee County wants you and your pet to be a good fit for each other and recognizes that despite everyone’s best efforts, sometimes this doesn’t happen. Terms of return are: The Humane Society of Manatee County will accept your pet back within 10 days of adoption. After 10 days each animal will be evaluated according to the HSMC selection criteria. The adoption fee is non-refundable. Please call 747-8808 to discuss your circumstances with a counselor and schedule a Why Adopt? date and time for return. Every time you adopt an animal from the Humane Society of Manatee County, you enable them to save the life of another animal in need of a loving home. Each adoption “Like” the Humane Society of Manatee County on Facebook also brings the Humane Society one step closer to becoming a humane community – a Take a look at the HSMC Facebook page. You’ll find pets available for adoption, re- community where all adoptable animals find permanent loving homes and euthanasia is cent adoptions, special events that are coming up soon and many other news about Society no longer accepted as a means of population control. programs. You can also catch up on all the news about the Humane Society’s programs. The Humane Societty is proud of its efforts, and the Board, staff, and volunteers of There is even a map showing the location.
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Parrish Parents’ Network Members’ Discounts, Senior Discounts, Military & Retired Military Discounts, First Responder Discounts, Educator Discounts! Parrish Village News PAGE 47 Parrish Loses One Palmetto Its Most Distinguished Residents Historical Park Travis Seawright went to be with his Lord on January 17 Announces Free Travis Seawright, 76, of Parrish, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, January 17, 2016. Born in McAd- ams, Mississippi to Bennie and Lucille Seawright, Travis grew up in Daily Tours! rural Mississippi working on the family cotton farm. His love of agri- Tours are held daily at 2:00 p.m. when culture and education lead him to Mississippi State University, where is received B.S. degrees in both physical education and agriculture. Later, the park is open. An additional tour is he received his Masters in Agriculture Extension Education from Uni- available at 10:00 a.m. on Fridays. versity of Florida. Travis taught agriculture and was FFA advisor in Carrollton, Missis- sippi and later at Southeast High School in Bradenton, Florida. In 1975, Admission and tours are free of charge. he accepted a position with University of Florida Extension Service as Manatee County Livestock Agent. He spent a fulfilling professional ca- reer working with local and state cattlemen, farmers, and conservationist Operating hours: as well as 4-H and FFA youth, retiring after 30 years in 2005. As an expert in livestock and farming, he dedicated not only his professional time but much of his personal Tuesdays—Fridays & the time serving on numerous governmental and community based planning committees throughout Manatee County. His commitment to agriculture and youth education led to state and local recognition for his service. During his 30 years of 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month. service in agriculture, Travis was recognized in various ways, including nationally when he received the Distinguished Service Award for Excellence in Extension Education Programs, by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents in 2000. On the local level, he was the first recipient of the Manatee County Employee of the Year in 1985 and 10:00 am—12:00 pm he was named Agriculturalist of the Year in 2002 by the Bradenton Kiwanis Club during Farm City Week celebrations. 1:00 pm—4:00 pm Because of this local award, he was named to the Manatee County Agriculture Museum’s Hall of Fame. Even with these recognitions, his most rewarding accomplishments were with the coaching of FFA and 4-H youth in activities surround- ing soil and land judging competitions. Closed Sunday and Monday He is survived by his wife Dorothy and three children: son, Gene Seawright of Myakka City, daughter Doreen and husband Mike Lowe of Parrish, daughter Michelle and husband Lee Higdon of Clemson, South Carolina; his seven grandchildren: Ben, Quill, Guy, Gail, Rachael, Jacob and Katie; his cousins Lela Calhoun and Mary Nichols; his uncles For more information, call 941-723-4991 Harry Black and Wayne Black and his family; and Aunt Helen Smith and her family. Travis is preceded in death by or e-mail his parents Bennie and Lucille Seawright, as well as former wife Susan Sanders Seawright. palmettohistoricalpark@manateeclerk. In lieu of owers, memorial donations can be made to the Manatee River Fair Association, with designation for Youth Livestock Program Seawright Scholarship, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, Florida 34221. com
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Trivia Style Games, Mondays, 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Free to all! Grab your friends and join us! Ballroom dancing with the band “Just Friends” Mondays, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Free to all! Dip, slide and glide to the reminiscent tunes of the 20’s through the 50’s.
Every Month at the Enrichment Center Daytrips Now Available – Check our monthly newsletter for a listing. AAA Mature Driving Class – Tuesday and Wednesday, February 16th & 17th, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. You may be eligible for a discount on your automobile insurance (consult your insurance company.) RSVP to Debbie at 941-798-2221 x2263. 1. d. Maybe I’m Amazed Pancake Breakfast- Friday, February 26th, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. This month’s signa- 2. b. Endless Love ture avors are Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Topping and traditional buttermilk. The 3. c. Open Arms public is welcome, so bring friends and family. Cost is $5 ($4 for members). 4. a. Your Song Bradenton Christian Women’s Connection – Meets the 2nd Friday of each month. 5. a. My Heart Will Go On Contact Linda Cilles 941-750-8786 or email her at [email protected]. 6. d. I Will Always Love You Women’s Republican Club - Meets the first Friday each month. Membership is $20 7. b. I’ll Be There year and $17 for monthly lunch. Call Donna at 773-512-9366 for more details. 8. b. Unchained Melody Movie & A Meal - Tuesday, February 23rd, 1:30 p.m. Cost: $8 ($6 for members). Gratu- 9. d. I Don’t Want To Miss A ity is not included. RSVP by February 22nd to 941-749-0100. Please note: Payment is Thing due at the time of reservation, meals are not available after RSVP date and no refunds are 10. a. Love Me Tender given for cancellations. Movie Meal Choices: Bistro Salad with grilled chicken, Quiche About the Author: Jim Casey is a Parrish-based Game Show Host and has entertained with fresh fruit, cup of soup and half a sandwich Combo. Contact our center for the fea- thousands in the Bradenton and Sarasota areas since 2010. He invites you to email your tured movie of the month. 941-749-0100, ext. 2100. question suggestions to [email protected].
SUBSCRIPTIONOther Weekly FORM Activities FOR at the SUMMER Enrichment CenterTRAVELERS SUBSCRIPTION FORM Argentine Tango Dance Lessons: Learn this authentic dance from our local experts FrankI Solinkowould and like Patricia to subscribe Fodor. Come to alone the or Parrish with a partner. Village Every News Friday, for: 1:30 p.m. I reside out of the newspaper mailing area. – 3:00______p.m. $7.50 months ($5.50 forstarting members). with ______@ $2.00 per month I would like to subscribe to the Parrish Village News for: R9 Walkers: Every MondayTotal: at 6:00 $______p.m. and Saturday at 10:00 a.m. (weather permit- ting). Walk the Bradenton River Walk and make new friends. Email R9Walkers@aol. ____1 year @ $24 per year ____2 years @ $45 total com for more info. Please send my subscription to the following address: Beginner Ballroom Dance: Learn multiple styles or ballroom dance from our own Maria Please send my subscription to the following address: Miller. Come alone or with a partner. Tuesdays Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., $7.50 ($5.50 for members).Name: ______Name: ______Tap Dancing Lessons: Get fit and have fun doing it! Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Contact Bon- nie Address:Gray at 941-741-8131 ______for more details. Address: ______Tai Chi (Sun Style—Perfect for Balance): Uses high upright posture with compact movements and lively footwork. Mondays, 12 noon - Beginners. Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - Intermediate.City, State, New Zip classes Code: start every ______6 weeks. $5 (Members Free). City, State, Zip Code: ______Tai Chi (Yang Style - Most popular style): Movements are slow, soft and circular. Fingers are relaxedEnclose and loose. your Tuesday, check 11:30 and a.m. mail — Beginners. this form Thursdays, to: 11:30 a.m. Enclose your check and mail this form to: - Intermediate. $5 ($3 for members). Tai Chi (White Crane Wu-styleParrish – most Village comprehensive News class we offer) - Open to all ages Parrish Village News and levels or accomplishment. SifuP. O.Paul Box O’Shea 257 teaches this more controlled narrow P. O. Box 257 stance style and incorporates swords. Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - All levels. Thursday, 5:30 Clip and Mail Parrish, FL 34219 Clip and Mail Parrish, FL 34219 p.m. — All levels. $25 per month. SilverSneakers Yoga: Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase exibility, balance and range of movement. Re- storative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Mondays, 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. $7 $5 for Members. (Silver- Sneakers Members free (pre-registration re uired)). SilverSneakers Classic Exercise Classes: Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activ- ities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support. Tuesdays Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. $7 $5 for Members. (SilverSneakers Members free (pre-registration re uired). Italian Study Group: Practice your conversational Italian with this group on Wednes- days, 10:15 a.m. $2 (Free for members). e Conversational anish Learn a new language on Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. $2 (Free for members). Cribbage: Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. $2 (Free for members). Mahjong: Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. $2 (Free for members). Bridge: Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. $2 (Free for members). Pinochle: Fridays, 1:00 p.m. $2 (Free for members). Scrapbooking: Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. Learn the joy of scrapbooking and preserve those precious memories. $7 ($5 for members) Knitting & Crochet: Perfect your craft and get ready to socialize! Fridays, 10:30 a.m. $2 (Members free). Please see Enrichment Center CONTINUED ON PAGE 53 Parrish Village News PAGE 50 Worship Services
EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH OF PARRISH 8305 Highway 301 North Parrish, Florida 34219 “Making Heaven a reality here on earth” Church ce - 722-0218 10 AM Sunday 6:30 PM Wednesday Rev. Rick Chaffin, Pastor Parrish United Website: emmanuelbaptist.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH A FRIENDLY, SPIRIT-FILLED GATHERING Email: [email protected] Methodist Church OF PARRISH Connecting people with the life-changing 12125 71st Street East Nursery & Childrens Ministry Sunday Services power of Jesus Christ Parrish, FL 34219 5425 39th Street E, Bradenton, FL 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM...... Traditional Worship 8:15 AM 941-776-1533 www.moreofHim.org . . . . .Worship/Sunday School/Bible Study Contemporary Worship 9:45 AM Rev. Joe Skidmore, Pastor 941-806-7550 10:30 AM ...... Children’s Church Blended Worship 11:11 AM NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH Tuesday Sunday School 9:45 AM Sunday Services 9422 Old Tampa Road 9:30 AM...... Women’s/Men’s Bible Studies www.parrishmethodist.com Bible Classes, all ages...... 9:45 AM Parrish, Florida 34219 Morning Worship...... 11:00 AM Wednesday 12180 Highway 301 North Evening Worship...... 6:00 PM Church Office - 776-8687 6:00 PM . . . Bible Study/Prayer/Children/Youth and CR 675 @ flashing yellow light www.nhbconline.org EVERYONE WELCOME! Wednesday Services Kevin Thompson (Nursery Provided) Back to the Word Church Senior Pastor Pastor : Dr. Jim Parker Youth Group Meetings...... 6:30 PM 7710 121st Ave. E, Parrish, FL 34219 Prayer Meeting and Bible Study...... 7:00 PM Sunday Services MY FATHER’S HOUSE 155 W. Center Ave., Sebring, FL 33870 Parrish Baptist Learning Center Sunday School (for all ages) . . 9:15 AM 7215 US Highway 301 N 941-773-7081 Monday through Friday All Ages 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM Ellenton, FL 34219 Worship ...... 10:30 AM (Intersection of US Hwy 301 N Children’s Church ...... 10:30 AM and 72nd St. E/Amsterdam Ave.) Evening Worship ...... 6:00 PM Non-Denominational casual atmosphere, engaging music Nursery available for all services relevant teaching, fun kids programs Spirit-Filled Contemporary Worship Sabbath Services: Wednesday Pastors; Saturday at 10:30 AM - Parrish, FL @ Williams Elementary School Revs. Robert & Anne Barber (941) 776-9016 Saturday at 5:30 PM - Sebring, FL 3404 Ft Hamer Road Adult Bible Study & Prayer . . . . . 7:00 PM 941-803-4722 Awana Club (ages 3-6th Grade) . 7:00 PM Sundays Word of Life (Teens) ...... 7:00 PM 9:15 AM Sunday School - All ages NEW CHRISTIAN Check our website for 10:30 AM Praise, Worship & Word Sunday Service Times Everyone Welcome 6:00 PM Bilingual Service (English/Spanish) NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH www.gonorthriver.org Co ee Cookies at all services! U ARE IN I ED! New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Faith Lutheran Church Wednesdays 9608 Highway 301 North 7:00 PM Worship & Bible Study Parrish, Florida 34219 11915 82nd St E At the church at the “Y” (Adults & Youth) 941-776-1395 Parrish, FL 34219 Come worship with us every Sunday Bible-Based - Casual Dress www.faithparrish.com 941-776-2568 6PM Interim Pastor - Kenneth L. Hinrichs Nursery Available ALL WELCOME Starting February 14th Saturday Service - 4:30 PM Rev. James W. Berrien, Pastor Sunday Service - 10:30 AM Bible Study - 9:15 AM There’s a place for you in My Father’s House! Sunday School - 10:30 AM WE SAY YES TO CHRIST!!!!!! Manatee Family YMCA, 12214 US 301 N in Parrish Saint Frances Cabrini St. Mary's Episcopal Church Come Check Us Out Catholic Church (Iglesia de Santa Maria) PASTOR DAN NAWARA 12001 69th Street East 1010 24th Ave W phone: 365-5433 / 920-5511 Parrish, Florida 34219 www.THELIVINGSANTUARY.COM 941-776-9097 Palme;o FL 34221 Pastor “Jay” J. Jancarz (941)722-‐5292 Saturday Mass: 4:00 PM The Episcopal Church welcomes you! Sunday Masses: Everyone Welcome - Casual Dress Harvest Field 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon Service Time: La Iglesia Episcopal le da la bienvenida! (12:00 noon Mass from Christmas to Easter) Community Church Confessions - Saturday 3:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM WestCoastChurch.com Holy Eucharist/ Santa Eucaris,a Where you can count on Christ! 11750 U.S, Highway 301 St. Mary’s Baptist Church Sunday/ Domingo Non-denominational Erie Road Parrish, FL 34219 Rite II (Contempory language) 7:45 am (941) 776-2422 Bible based - Christ centered Parrish, Florida 34219 Rite II (Contemporary language) 10:00 am Santa Eucaristá (Español) 1:00 pm Worship Services North River
Reverend Fletcher Lawson, Jr., Pastor Apostolic Church 10:00 AM 941-776-3723 of Jesus Christ Sundays Fellowship Alliance Church Wednesday/ Miércoles 3914 US 301 N Nursery available 5735 69th Street East Holy Eucharist and Healing 9:30 am Palmetto, Florida 34221 APOSTOLIC in doctrine 7710 121st Avenue East, Parrish, FL Phone: 941-723-9593 PENTECOSTAL in experience Grupo de Oración y Alabanza 6:30pm www.FellowshipAllianceChurch.com Casual dress, warm fellowship Pastor Bruce Quackenbush The Rev. Glen Graczyk, Priest Music is a combination Sunday Services 941-723-9693 The Rev. William de la Torre, Sacerdote of contemporary and hymns 6:00 PM Prayer Meeting (in homes) Third Friday each month North River Church of Christ Bible Study 7:00 PM each Wednesday 1 Way Cafe - Doors open at 7:00 PM 13885 U.S. Highway 301 North First Baptist Church of Gillette Pastor: he cafe o ers praise music, a Parrish, Florida 34219 3301 Moccasin Wallow Road featured artist, open mic and free re- Rev. Terry L. Cary - 941-725-4150 (941) 776-1134 Palmetto, Florida 34221 freshments. “Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore to (941) 722-1937 Small Groups - call Church Office for times www.NorthRiverChurch ofChrist.org send out workers into his harvest fields.” Email: [email protected] mailbox@NorthRiverChurch ofChrist.org [email protected] Mat. 9:38 NIV www.gillettefbc.org Crossroads Christian Church Sundays BETH ISRAEL 1400 10th Street W, Palmetto, FL Bible Classes (all ages) . . . . . 10:00 AM The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center Morning Worship ...... 11:00 AM Sunday Service 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. 941-729-2327 Evening Worship ...... 6:00 PM Sunday School - 9:30 AM Sun City Center (813) 634-2590 Children’s Worship - 10:30 AM Pastor Jeff Mohler Wednesdays SHABBAT SERVICES FRIDAY EVENING AT 7:45 PM Worship Service - 10:30 AM TORAH STUDY SATURDAY AT 12 NOON Bible Study - Sunday 9:00 a.m. Bible Classes ...... 7:00 PM Church Services - Sunday 10:00 a.m. Personal home Bible studies Rabbi: Philip Aronson Cantor: Dr. Sam Isaac Everyone Welcome! (Nursery Provided) Bible Study - Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. or correspondence courses upon request Parrish Village News PAGE 51 Williams’ Highlights from January Williams starts the 2016 year with “Principals for the Day”
Sarah Walters with Principal Connie Dixon. Sean Scafati with Principal Connie Dixon. Jack Barlow with Pricipal Connie Dixon. Tribute to Veterans Yearbook Time Is Here Pasta for Pennies Fund Raiser
Ms. Hebert and Ms Carmicheal made a tribute to our Vet- Pictured are Mallory Carriker and Brianna Cooper. Order erans with writing letters to Veterans and creating this ag. deadline for the 2016 Yearbook is February 26th. Thank you Williams’ families for supporting the Leuke- mia and Lymphoma Society’s Pasta for Pennies fundraiser Williams PTO Sponsored Winter Carnival which funds therapies and treatments that help save the Williams’ PTO sponsored Winter Carnival on Saturday, January 23rd was attended by several families, vendors and vol- lives of blood cancer patients. We collected $5,711.72 this unteers braving the cold and windy weather. Families enjoyed lots of games, sledding down a hill of snow, hot chocolate, year. Congratulations and way to go! s’mores and vendors displaying their products. Parrish Village News PAGE 52 The Parrish Civic Association welcomes our new and returning members! Thank you for your support!
Basic Bob & Doris Seckman Robert Briggs Ray & Glyndell Hadaway Parrish Sponsor Larry & Patricia Schmoranz Roger & Charlotte Barwegen Stewart Properties - Phil Stewart Community Booster Darrell Akemon Community Patron Dick & Daphne-Ann Haynes Ellenton - Parrish Lions Club Bob & Barbara Mustain Leonard Harman & Lynn McDonald
Join the Parrish Civic Association for 2016
The Parrish Civic Association has been going strong for over 30 years. In the beginning, it accomplished a really signifi cant thing for Parrish - helping to establish the Parrish Fire Department. This has had so much importance to Parrish. After all these years, the Parrish Civic Association is still working hard for the common good of the community: organizing the Parrish Heritage Day Festival including the pa- rade and Chili Cook Off , helping with the Parrish Children’s Christmas Party for needy children and families, helping to get the Y established in Parrish, developing Overlays to the Manatee County Comprehensive Plan and the Village, and currently working with the Parrish Arts Council on cleaning up the corridor along 301 from CR 675 to Moccasin Wallow Road. We still have work to do. Help us out in this eff ort by joining the Parrish Civic Association in 2016. A form is on page 47. Clip it out, complete it, enclose a check and mail it in today! Help your community continue the eff orts!
Don’t forget the Parrish Civic Asssociation Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, February 18 at 7:00 PM at the Parrish Y 12214 US Highway 301 N
Featured Speaker:
Commissioner Larry Bustle District 1 Manatee County and Other County Departments Enrichment Center CONTINUED FROM PAGE 49 Parrish Village News PAGE 53 Game Time: Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Play the game of your choice: Yahtzee, Monopoly, Scrabble, Chicken Foot or cards. Join the fun and make new friends. Free for all. Coffee alk Great time to socialize and get ac uainted. Join us for coffee and pastries every Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. $3 (Members free) Computer Lab/Library: Members only. Open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. One to One computer instruction for $8 per hour session on Monday and Thursday morn- ings. Call for more info. 749-0100. Free Services from SHINE: SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by specially trained volunteers who assist with Medicare, Medic- aid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, and confidential. Call for reservations 1-800-963- 5337. Sponsored by the FL. Department of Elder Affairs. Tours are available: Monday – Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., please feel free to come by, shop in our gift shop and have lunch in the 9th Street Bistro. Fitness Center: Open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Call to learn more/join. Generations Gift Shop: Open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 2nd Generations Gift Shop: Open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 9th Street Bistro: Open Monday – Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Check on-line daily for menu: renaissanceon9th.org.
Volunteer at Renaissance On 9th There are many opportunities to volunteer at Renaissance On 9th, teach a class, give a tour, help out at the front desk, plan events, help in the o ce, etc. We will work to find a volunteer job that best utilizes your strengths and skills. For more information about getting involved, give us a call or come to our Monthly Volunteer Meeting January 11th, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. If you are interested in learning more about our classes, programs or membership call us at 1-941-749-0100, or stop by Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Go on-line for a full calendar of events and newsletter: renaissanceon9th.org/senior- enrichment.
Located at 1816 9th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205 • 941-749-0100 • www. renaissanceon9th.org
When you enjoy events at the Renaissance On 9th, you support the programs of Meals On Wheels PLUS of Manatee.
Don’t forget to pay your PCA dues for 2016. “Our Name Says It All” “WELCOME TO PARADISE” See form on page 55.
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PARRISH l NORTH RIVER l HOLMES BEACH l BRADENTON BEACH 12244 US HWY 301 N. 2500 Blk of US HWY 301 N. 5201 Gulf Drive 102 Bridge Street Parrish Village News PAGE 54 What to Do If You Lose Your Job Jackie Felix, Great Florida Insurance Everything You’ve Always In today’s world, no one is immune from the sudden loss of a job. Whether you’ve Wanted in a Bank and More! just lost your job or are concerned about the possibility of a job loss, the purpose of this At 1st Manatee Bank, we realize your needs are as individual as article is to provide you with practical information you can use to help protect your fi nan- cial security and better adapt to your new situation. you are. When you bank with us, you are assured personalized service and uncompromised customer care. Be prepared for the worst The di erence is in the details • Locally Owned • Community Involvement 1. Pay off high-interest consumer debt and avoid future consumer debt. • Commercial & Personal Banking • Senior Checking 2. Create an emergency fund equal to at least tree to six moths of your expenses. • Online Banking 3. Consistently upgrade your skill, making yourself more valuable to current and pos- sibly future employers.
Negotiate your Severance package
The best time to negotiate a severance agreement is when you are negotiating your initial employment terms. This commonly known as a “golden parachute,” it’s generally considered more advantageous to negotiate severance terms when a company is negotiat- ing to secure your services.
File or ne loy ent ene ts
It takes time to fi le for a claim so apply as soon as possible. Remember that if you are terminated with cause or if you resign, you are not able to collect benefi ts.
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Plan your meals ahead
By planning your meals a week in advance you may take advantage of sales, BOGO’s and couponing. Also, you will make fewer trips to the grocery store and avoid impulsive shopping.
Make an appointment with your Insurance Agent
Set up an appointment with your insurance agent ahead of your next renewal. There might be opportunities to lower your premium. You can even set these appointments up as annual reviews. Your agent will be happy to quote your home or auto to make sure you are maximizing potential credits. For example, if you have a clean driving record and have not had any accidents in 3-5 years, you might want to have your agent shop your policy. Each case is unique, so trust your agent to go over your particular situation.
Secure Heath Insurance Coverage
Determine if and how you will be able to continue your health insurance coverage. Have a team in this year’s Chili Cook Off! There are Short-term plans that might just be what the doctor ordered. These plans are un- derwritten and exclude pre-existing conditions however, they are cost eff ective and will Fun. Company/group recognition. get you through this rough patch. Help raise money for the Parrish community!
Develop and Action Plan Robert J. Zonies CTC What actions are you going to take to fi nd a new job Talk to your immediate fam- ily about the situation, agreeing on what decision need to be made. Talk with family and friend who are supportive and share with them your feelings, hopes and fears. Sometimes talking and praying through a situation uncovers ideas and reveals potential solutions that weren’t otherwise apparent. Update your resume and upgrade your job skills. The Internet is a great resource to use in creating a list of companies you will target in your job search. Your job now is to fi nd new employment. Structure your day accordingly, with specifi c times scheduled to implement each component of your job search action plan. COLONY TRAVEL If you would like to discuss your current insurance situation or would like to set up colonytravel.com annual reviews, please call Jackie Felix 941-504-2376 or email Jackie.Felix@GreatFlori- da.com. 941-737-7808 Email: [email protected] Parrish Village News PAGE 55
Parrish Civic Association Corner
February 2016 Message from the Membership Chairman Dear Friends: Dear Friends:
Parrish Heritage Day Festival and Chili Cook Off The Annual Membership Drive for the Parrish Civic Association began in January for Saturday March 5th is the date for the 2016 Parrish Heritage Day Parade, 2016. Many of you have responded in 2015 and mailed in your dues and we really appre- Festival and Chili Cook Off. This is a special one because it is the 5th an- ciate your support for the Parrish Civic Association. You can join for 2016 if you want to niversary of the event. The annual parade has been happening in Parrish for get a “jump” on the new year before you get your letter (if you were previously a mem- over 25 years – a good crowd would come to watch the parade and then pack ber). Simply fill out the form below, select your level of membership, enclose a check and up and head home. Tami Vaughan was the person that came up with the idea mail it in. of having an event following the parade so that families that came to the parade would have something to do afterwards. And, as they say, the rest is We appreciate your generosity. The only source of revenue for the Parrish Civic Associa- tion is dues. Your dues go to help our organization in many ways: supporting the Parrish history. Children’s Christmas Party (held December 10 for over 130 children), funding for the annual Heritage Day Parade and next year’s fifth Chili Cook Off (signs, posters, public- In just 5 years, Tami’s vision has resulted in one of the largest annual events ity), helping pay for bringing the Board of County Commissioners to our PCA meetings, in Parrish. Last year’s event drew a crowd of over 6,000 people – many of bringing other guest speakers to meetings and many other activities performed by the them children – who enjoyed bounce houses, rock climbing wall, a bungee Parrish Civic Association. jump, pony rides, face painting, a ride on a real train, live music and lots of other family fun. Last year, Pearl McCraw had the foresight to add a Parrish We now have over 450 members of the Parrish Civic Association. That’s a very good Pioneering area that features working exhibits and music from early Parrish number of people in the community who are interested in the Parrish community and along with some cracker cattle and a bullwhip cracking contest. Be sure to making it the best place to live in Manatee County. visit this area – it’s very neat to see and the kids will love it. The Parrish Pioneering area is located in the woods behind the stage where the bands are If you are interested in helping out on any of our activities and want to be on a commit- performing. tee, please contact Ben Jordan, our President, at [email protected]. We would be pleased if you would like to help. We have already met with several people new to the area who are getting involved in our community’s activities. It is a lot of fun and a great And then there is the chili – last year 23 teams competed for the coveted group of people who work to make a lot of activities occur. judges award of Best Chili in Parrish along with the People’s Choice award for best chili. Last year, both of these awards were won by the Chili Chicks And, volunteering is also fun. Every year, we need people for the Heritage Day Festival team from the Parrish Village News. This year we have 28 teams that will be and Chili Cook Off (scheduled for March 5, 2016) and Parrish Arts Council as well as trying to dethrone the Chili Chicks and several more have indicated they may other activities during the year. want to join in. It’s not too late to enter or sponsor a team – for informa- tion go to www.parrishchili.com. Your price of admission -- $5 in advance We hope to see you soon in and around our Parrish community! (tickets can be purchased at the Parrish 7 Eleven and Parrish Y) and $10 at Cookie Jordan the gate with kids 12 and under free – includes the right to a free sample of Membership Chairman each team’s chili. [email protected] 941-776-9019 But the best thing about the event is that the proceeds go to The Parrish Foundation’s Grant Fund which awards grants to not for profit corporations serving our Parrish Community. In just four years the event has raised funds Join the Parrish Civic Association. to provide over $110,000 in grants and this could not have happened without Just clip out the form below the generous support of our event sponsors and the overwhelming support and mail it in with a check for your dues. from our Parrish Community. So come out to the Parade, Festival and Chili Cook Off and enjoy some great family fun along with some tremendous chili while supporting our wonderful Parrish Community. The parade starts ING O I wish to join the Parrish Civic Association. RV UR E P S A E Here are my dues. at 10:30 a.m. from behind the Parrish Fire station and it goes down 121st S R T P
Mail to Parrish Civic Association, Avenue. Gates to the Chili Cook Off open at 11:00 a.m. sharp and it’s held at E M E P. O. Box 257, Parrish. FL 34219. R B R PARRISH U the Florida Railroad Museum in Parrish. See you there. T Est. 1850 A U (Please print.) C I F N G O U R Southeastern Guide Dogs Class 240 Name: Cookie and I had the privilege of joining a group of about 200 people at- Address: tending Class number 240 graduation from Southeastern Guide Dogs. Nine visually impaired individuals had completed their 3+ week training with City, State, Zip: their new best friend and guide dog. Each recipient spoke about what this meant to them -- the word independence was used a lot -- and afterwards Phone No.: there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. We are so lucky to have this wonderful organization so close at hand and I really encourage you to learn more about Email Address: their programs and to consider getting involved with what they are doing. (Above information is for PCA use only. We do not give out or sell to outside parties.) You will be thankful that you did. Please check one: New Member Renewal
Please feel free to contact me with any ideas or concerns about Parrish. $15.00 Basic Member (Member and Spouse) $25.00 (Community Booster) Ben Jordan $50.00 (Parrish Sponsor) President, Parrish Civic Association $100 or more (Community Patron) $500.00 or more (Community Sponsor) [email protected] or (941) 776-9019 Amount Enclosed $ Parrish Village News PAGE 56 941-776-5571 8268 US Hwy 301N, Parrish ♥ ♥♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Annual Rentals♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ in Manatee County ♥♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Happy Valentine’s Day ♥ NO DEED RESTRICTIONS NO DEED RESTRICTIONS NO DEED RESTRICTIONS ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ MILL CREEK
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