When was the last time you visited downtown Bradenton? This community offers a vibrant mix of arts, culture, sports, and recreation - all located in a picturesque, waterfront setting.  Charming streets of independent restaurants and mom-and-pop shops mingle with historic buildings, brick sidewalks and a riverfront park that opens [...]

Afternoon showers are a thing of clockwork during the Florida summer. They keep our grass green, our cars washed, and our umbrellas close-at-hand. But, the good news is that the rains move fast and they never seem to last longer than an hour. Plus, it's the reason our summer sunsets are so spectacular! Still, if you are looking to plan [...]

Although spring began right on schedule with last Sunday’s vernal equinox, Easter seldom arrives as early as it did this year.  Meanwhile Passover—which usually overlaps closely with Easter—is still nearly four weeks away! Traditionally, the passage of these two spring holidays begins the unofficial winding-down of Southwest [...]