Good morning, Bradenton.

Bradenton and Palmetto will host America250 on July 4 with a waterfront celebration featuring live music, family activities & a fireworks display beginning at 9 p.m. along the Manatee River, plus free parking, trolley service and a Patriot Park groundbreaking in Palmetto at 9 a.m.

Glenn Glubiak, 60, passed away on June 22.

His Celebration of Life was held on June 29 at Robert Toale & Sons Celebration of Life Center on Solutions Lane in Bradenton, and another service is planned later this summer on Long Island.

He Kindly performs with Giorgi, Lesa Silvermore and Cozy In The Black this Friday at Oscura (816 Manatee Avenue E) in Bradenton.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.; free entry applies for guests 21 and over, while under-21s require a $10 fee with a parent.

The Nauti Girl Band will play at Freckled Fin Irish Pub and Music Hall this Friday.

The four-piece band will mix 90’s alternative and pop rock tunes that recall college days for Gen Xers.

JP Soars & the Red Hots will perform live blues at Cottonmouth southern soul kitchen in Bradenton on Friday.

The trio, featuring longtime drummer Chris Peet and bassist Cleveland Fredrick, will bring music to a venue known for southern soul cuisine and local art.

On the 4th of July, the Nauti Girl Band will perform at Island Time Bar & Grill on Anna Maria Island's Bridge Street, offering 90s alternative and pop/dance rock covers that take Gen Xers back to their college days.

The band will play hits from the 80s to today.

Firefly will perform at 88 Live Piano Bar this Sunday.

The band, known for appearances on American Idol and performances for presidents, will entertain guests in the family-owned 5000 sqft venue offering live music, cocktails, and Italian dishes.

BYNGE — a band with four vocalists who rotate lead roles — will perform nonstop dance rock music at Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub on the 4th of July.

The event will attract fans to the indoor and outdoor coastal venue at 6218 Cortez Road West.

USF Sarasota-Manatee campus transferred to New College of Florida on Tuesday; current students will finish their degrees while no new admissions will be accepted.

Campus advisory board members stressed support during the change (a shift aimed at shaping local higher education).

New stormwater rules under SB 848 begin today to reduce nutrient pollution in local waters; the regulations build on previous standards that require developments to manage stormwater runoff.

Manatee County officials are reviewing a proposed stormwater fee (with public comments open) to support local drainage and maintenance.

Krysta, an adult female loggerhead sea turtle, was tracked by the Sea Turtle Conservancy after her Monday release from Coquina Beach and has traveled 9 miles offshore near Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach as scientists follow her movements for insights on loggerhead habitats.

Suncoast Waterkeeper is expanding its free PFAS testing program by offering water sampling kits for residents in Sarasota and Manatee to help collect data on harmful chemicals — the goal is to gather 100 samples for future research and education.

Local officials announced that burn bans in Sarasota and Manatee counties now prohibit personal fireworks + sparklers due to dry conditions and wildfire risk.

Professional fireworks displays for Fourth of July will proceed as planned.

Gov. DeSantis signed a permanent back-to-school sales tax holiday that will let Florida families buy school supplies tax free from July 20 to Aug.

20 each year; financial experts advise planning purchases and using school resources for extra help if needed.

Mid-Summer Prom

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Lake Vista Recreation Center — Admission included — Dress in your best 90's hip hop gear and enjoy an evening of fun, games, and music.

Daytona Tortugas vs. Bradenton Marauders

4-7 p.m. — LECOM Park — Secure your seats and enjoy thrilling minor league baseball action between the Marauders and Tortugas.

Marko Coconut Live Concert

5-8 p.m. — The Ugly Grouper — Free entry — Enjoy beachy vibes with live music from Marko Coconut playing original hits and your favorite beach classics.

Acrylic Painting Workshop

Exploring acrylic painting techniques — Jul 6-27 — Bay Vista Recreation Center — Check out this hands-on class perfect for both beginners and experienced artists.

Adult Tap Dance Class

Evening sessions — Bay Vista Recreation Center — Cost info not provided — Step into rhythm and movement while building coordination and strength through energetic tap dance.

Wednesday & Friday Wine Down

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Amore Restaurant — Buy 1 Bottle of Wine, Get the 2nd 50% OFF — Enjoy live music with Eddie Tobin while unwinding over wine midweek.

Wine Down Wednesdays & Fridays

5-9 p.m. — Amore Restaurant — Buy 1 Bottle of Wine, Get the 2nd 50% OFF — Enjoy live music and great wine discounts on a midweek date night.

Justin Layman Concert

5-9 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe — Check event page for cost — Experience the soothing blend of folk, rock, Americana, and blues from Florida's own Justin Layman.

Marine Careers Summer Camp

M-F, Jul 13-17 — Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) — Cost varies — Discover what it means to work in the marine sciences with exciting hands-on activities.

Live Music with Justin Layman

7-11 p.m. — Craftails Speakeasy — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of eclectic sounds blending folk, rock, and blues from Florida-based singer-songwriter Justin Layman.