Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The local farmers market will take place this Saturday (Mar. 14) in Bradenton, offering fresh produce, baked goods and handmade crafts for community members. Vendors will provide a range of seasonal items in a friendly setting. ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers in the Bay Area joined a nationwide cleanup on Saturday, removing trash and invasive Brazilian pepper trees from Picnic Island Park (where 80 volunteers cleared over 36,000 lbs of debris) and along the Manatee Avenue Causeway; residents can sign up for an additional cleanup on April 17. FOX 13 Tampa Bay
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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves
2:05 – 9:05 PM — LECOM Park — Free trial available — Catch the Atlanta Braves take on the Pittsburgh Pirates live at LECOM Park in Florida.
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Paws in Motion Walk-a-thon & Festival
9 AM – 1 PM — Riverwalk — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a fun-filled day of pet-friendly activities with a leisurely walk and festival atmosphere.
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Sunday Night with Eddie Tobin
6 p.m. — Amore Restaurant — Enjoy a night of music featuring jazz, blues, and more by Eddie Tobin, former music director for Engelbert Humperdinck.
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Skyzone Teen Jump Session
1-4:30 p.m. — Lake Vista Recreation Center — Admission required — Experience 90 minutes of unlimited jumping fun tailored for teens aged 11-14.
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Spring Training: Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
2:05-6:35 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Check out an exciting spring training matchup as the Tigers take on the Pirates.
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Veterans Task Force Meeting
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Goodwill Manasota Corporate Office — Free entry — Collaborate on new initiatives to support Veterans and their families.
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E.H. McLin Pool Youth Activity
12:30-4:30 p.m. — Lake Vista Recreation Center — Admission included — A fun-filled afternoon of swimming activities for kids aged 5-11.
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Dream Spring Fling
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — 13th AV Dream Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant community gathering with music, food, and fun for all ages.
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Lakewood Ranch Rockstar Connect Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — Ed's Tavern Lakewood Ranch — Free entry — Connect with your community and build authentic relationships over an evening of storytelling and laughter.
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BAM!Fest 2026
11 AM – 7 PM — Riverwalk — Free entry — Experience a vibrant display of art and live music from talented local students along the Bradenton Riverwalk.
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