Name: Stelliferous Launch to Legacy - Shuttle
Start: 2026-08-26T19:00:00-04:00
Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Join us in the Planetarium at the Bishop for a one-hour live presentation launching into the legacy of NASA's Space Shuttle Program!
Discover why the world’s first reusable spacecraft launched like a rocket but landed like a glider. Explore how the shuttle built a brand-new era of global space science collaboration, and witness how the launch of space telescopes brought a new view of our universe!

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Stelliferous Launch to Legacy - Shuttle

Join us in the Planetarium at the Bishop for a one-hour live presentation launching into the legacy of NASA's Space Shuttle...

Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine

Date: Saturday, August 8 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Discover a rewarding career in acupuncture and East Asian medicine at the Dragon Rises College Open House!
Prospective students, career changers, healthcare professionals, veterans, and anyone interested in integrative medicine are invited to explore our campus and experience what makes Dragon Rises College unique.
During the Open House, you'll have the opportunity to:
<ul><li>Tour our campus and classrooms</li><li>Visit our teaching clinic</li><li>Sit in on a live class</li><li>Meet faculty and current students</li><li>Learn about our on-campus and hybrid Master's Degree program in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine</li><li>Explore admissions, financial aid, and career opportunities</li></ul>
Whether you're beginning a new career or expanding your knowledge of integrative healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity to see our program in action and have your questions answered.
Admission is free, but registration is encouraged.
For more information or to RSVP, visit <a href="https://www.dragonrises.edu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.dragonrises.edu</a> or call (941) 289-0450.

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Open House


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Discover a rewarding career in acupuncture and East Asian medicine at the...

Manatee Performing Arts Center

Exploding with passion, ambition, and unforgettable music, Fame The Musical! Fame brings the iconic film and television phenomenon to the stage in a thrilling celebration of youth, artistry, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. Featuring the Academy Award®-winning title song alongside electrifying pop and dance numbers, this high-octane musical captures the fire of a generation determined to be heard. Set at New York City’s legendary High School for the Performing Arts, the story follows a diverse group of young artists from their first audition to their final graduation. Along the way, they face real-world challenges—identity, prejudice, pressure, and perseverance—while discovering who they are and what it truly means to chase fame. Bold, emotional, and endlessly inspiring, Fame showcases powerhouse singing, dynamic dance, gripping drama, and vibrant musicianship. It’s a thrilling theatrical experience that continues to inspire performers and audiences alike—proving that while Fame is fleeting, passion lasts forever. Don’t miss your chance to experience the music, movement, and magic live on stage and feel the passion of Fame The Musical!Single Tickets available starting July 6th!

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FAME: The Musical 

Exploding with passion, ambition, and unforgettable music, Fame The Musical! Fame brings the iconic film and television...

Freckled Fin Irish Pub 5337 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Cabana Dogs are a high-energy beach rock band based in Sarasota, Florida. Their unique coastal mix calls on Rock, Country, MoTown, and Soulful music, creating a carefree atmosphere wherever they go. A people's band. Cabana Dogs members are equipped with the band's founder Jimi C, adding vocals and Guitar. Next we have Shannon Lewis adding powerful vocals and harmonies. Also adding vocals is monster our drummer Sean McCord. Also we have Willy D who holds down the fort on Bass. Last but not least, we have our youngest member and tech Cajun who adds his talent to round out the mix. Together their strong presence and audience interactions radiate infectious moods and grooves that will get anyone smiling, singing along and on their feet.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147178/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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Cabana Dogs

Cabana Dogs are a high-energy beach rock band based in Sarasota, Florida. Their unique coastal mix calls on Rock, Country,...

Freckled Fin Irish Pub

FJ delivers a high-energy acoustic set blending 90s–2000s throwbacks with modern hits, creating a nostalgic, feel-good atmosphere that gets everyone singing along. Requests are always welcome—if you’re lucky. <h5>DATE &amp; TIME</h5>
Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Aug 9, 2026, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Aug 30, 2026, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul>

Local Event: FJ Chargualaf

FJ Chargualaf

FJ delivers a high-energy acoustic set blending 90s–2000s throwbacks with modern hits, creating a nostalgic, feel-good...

Join a panel from the Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency to explore the award-winning Palmetto Bay Oyster Restoration Project. Learn how more than 300 Reef Balls are restoring oyster habitats, improving water quality, and supporting marine life in the Manatee River.
The discussion will explore the project’s promising early results, its quarterly scientific monitoring, and its connection to nearby Connor Park, a 550,000-gallon stormwater reservoir that helps filter runoff before it reaches the restoration area.

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think + drink: The Palmetto Bay Oyster...

Join a panel from the Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency to explore the award-winning Palmetto Bay Oyster Restoration...

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