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As part of the South Florida Museum, the Parker Manatee Aquarium, is designed to house three adult manatees and holds nearly 60,000 gallons of water, including a medical pool. The pool offers both deep and shallow water, allowing the manatees to maintain natural feeding behaviors. An exhibit area within the facility helps to educate the public about manatee anatomy and offers above and below water viewing. Manatee Care specialists provide… Continue Reading Parker Manatee Aquarium

The Island Branch Library in Holmes Beach is one of six locations in Manatee County’s Library System that serve the public. The MCPLS seeks to offer all citizens of Manatee County a responsive, proactive, innovative program of library service, capable of upgrading the educational, cultural, and recreational quality of life in the community. Hours: Sunday and Monday: Closed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday: Noon… Continue Reading Island Branch Library

Not too far from Anna Maria Island, the Museum of Fine Arts is located in St. Petersburg, Florida, in the heart of downtown’s scenic waterfront. Its permanent collection contains a variety of objects from 4,500 years of civilization and is the only collection of its kind on Florida’s West Coast. The purpose of the museum is to increase and diffuse knowledge and appreciation of art, to collect and preserve objects… Continue Reading Museum of Fine Arts

Originally opened in 1926, Tampa Bay Downs is one of America’s oldest racetracks and the only Thoroughbred track on the west coast of Florida. Since being purchased by its current owner in 1986, Tampa Bay Downs has been undergoing improvements including a 7/8th miles grass track with a 1/4-mile chute to make it one of the most popular turf courses in North America. The Race Complex also has a golf… Continue Reading Tampa Bay Downs

The Armed Forces History Museum is dedicated to preserving the country’s military history and educating current and future generations as to the sacrifices made by so many to preserve its freedom. The museum was founded in 1996 by John J. Piazza, Sr., a local businessman and history buff. Housed in a 35,000 sq. ft. building – with an additional 15,000 sq. ft. outdoor display space – the Armed Forces History… Continue Reading Armed Forces Military Museum

Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, not too far from Anna Maria Island, the Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of people who suffered through or died in the Holocaust. It is dedicated to educating the public about the Holocaust, and the stories of the people affected by it, to teach about the inherent worth of all races and cultures and the dignity of human life in order to… Continue Reading Florida Holocaust Museum

The only place in the Tampa Bay area where you can experience the thrill of European-Style Indoor Karting! Ride a powerful Italian electric OTL Pro-Kart up to 45mph against your friends, family or coworkers. They also have kiddie karts available that can reach speeds of 20mph. you must be at least 6 years old and 48” to ride the kiddie karts, or 55” to ride the adult karts. The challenging… Continue Reading Tampa Bay Grand Prix

Located next to Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Asolo Repertory Theatre (Asolo Rep)  is Florida’s premier professional theatre and is a major force in Sarasota’s rich arts scene. Asolo Rep stages up to fifteen productions every season with more that 100 artists, technical craftsmen, and administrative staff all coming together with award-winning directors, designers, and guest artists to bring a diverse repertoire of plays and productions. Asolo Rep also has an… Continue Reading Asolo Repertory Theatre

Located just north of the Prime Outlet Mall in Ellenton, Florida, the Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex is a 115,000 square foot “igloo-like” complex offering recreational and entertainment activities for all ages. The complex features two NHL-size ice rinks, a 13,500 square foot indoor soccer/football field, a fitness center, video game room, concessions area, a hockey pro shop and massage therapists. The complex also offers group and private skating lessons… Continue Reading Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex

Home of the National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay Lightning and the Arena Football League’s Tampa Storm, this venue changed names in August 2014 and is now known as Amalie Arena. The arena is Tampa’s premier entertainment venue hosting more than 150 events annually, including sporting events, concerts, political debates, comedy and family shows. The doors to the 670,000-square-foot Amalie Arena (originally called the Ice Palace) first opened on October 12, 1996 with its first… Continue Reading Amalie Arena