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Whether
you are taking a client to the theater or catching the latest in art, the
Manatee Riverwalk District is exactly what you are looking for. |
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Discover ArtCenter Manatee, Manatee County’s
premier visual arts center featuring the artwork of many talented local,
state and national artists. Exhibitions change monthly in the three galleries
with paintings, drawings, pottery, sculpture and more, certain to appeal to
visitors. The Artists’ Market in the lobby of the ArtCenter, features prints,
cards, jewelry, pottery, vases and much more, most by local artists. Classes
and workshops are offered in pottery, drawing, watercolor, oil painting,
mosaics and more. No matter which you
choose, you’re sure to have fun. |
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View outdoor movies at
Lamb & Sutton Park in
Palmetto. Outdoor amenities at the
park include basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball/softball fields as
well as a playground for the children. |
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The
Manatee County Main Library has three stories of books, Internet access, videos, tapes and
programs for those residents looking for relaxation or working on that
research project. |
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| For a piece of history try the Manatee
Historical Village located in East Bradenton.
See a working farm, beautiful restored church and a general store in a
picturesque location. |
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Looking for a unique
place to take your client? The Manatee Players has local talent performing year round staging everything from
popular broadway shows to entertaining productions for children. |
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The Palmetto
Branch Library is under renovation and will offer
state-of-the-art internet access as well as the latest media resources at
their Old Main Street location. |
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Everything under one
roof! The Southwest
Florida Museum houses excellent examples of early
Florida artifacts. The Parker Aquarium has one of the
oldest living manatees in captivity, County's mascot (over age 55), Snooty
the Manatee. Don't miss the chance to
join Snooty for his annual birthday party in July. Bishop
Planetarium recently underwent a massive
reconstruction to update the facility and install state-of-the art
equipment. |
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Village of the Arts is the jewel of downtown Bradenton where artists live, work
and sell their wares. In 1999, the
Artists Guild of Manatee, Inc. was formed to revitalize a blighted
neighborhood into a quaint, picturesque showplace. Today, visitors can enjoy antique shops,
cappuccino bars, outdoor cafes, and festive ARTWALKS held the first weekend
of every month. |
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