Good morning, Bradenton.

Meals on Wheels held a food drive Sunday, October 5th in Manatee County where school buses parked outside 19 Publix locations collected food, money, or donations from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—volunteer Mason Peters, who helped with the program since third grade, said he was happy to support the community as final figures will be announced later.

Musician Zion from Dominica, inspired by Bob Marley, released his sixth album World Revolution in 2017 and is now recording his seventh album, Justice & Equality, with drummer Anthony Wilburn Cole & bassist Christopher Meredith at studios in Florida and Jamaica.

He will appear live at The Ugly Grouper Bar & Grill on Anna Maria Island, where the venue hosts music Thursday through Sunday and karaoke every Wednesday.

Sam Morrow, a rising force in American roots music, will perform his blend of roadhouse rock — bluesy R&B and country-fried funky-tonk — at Cottonmouth in Bradenton, where cover is $15 ADV and $20 DOS.

Fans can expect an energetic evening of live music that showcases his unique sound.

Leading Cuban jazz pianist Jorge Luis Pacheco will perform at Fogartyville on Oct.

9 at 7 p.m.—doors open at 6 p.m. and tickets cost $25 for members, $30 for non-members and $15 for students. Pacheco blends Cuban jazz, Afro Cuban music, American jazz and classical music in his performance.

Oscura Presents: Beeline is a music show featuring band members Brendan Lyons, Matt Bielasiak, Brian Ferguson, Diego Vasquez, and Aaron O'malley, who met in recording studios and college and now perform out of South Florida.

The event at OSCURA in Old Manatee has doors opening at 7 PM—music starts at 7:30 PM and it offers free entry for those 21 and over, while guests under 21 pay $10 and those under 18 must be with a parent or guardian.

Daylight saving time ends on November 2 when clocks will be set back one hour and residents will see earlier sunrises and sunsets.

Lawmakers in many states—Florida among them—tried to lock the clock changes but Congress has not approved any proposals.

On Your Feet: The Musical

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Manatee Elementary School Based Health Center — Ticket proceeds support arts programs — Experience the inspiring story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan through lively music and dance.

Moving Forward: From Mental Illness to Wellness

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Discover how trauma and mental illness can transform into pathways to wellness through inspiring personal stories.

Howl-o-ween 5K Race

12:00 a.m. — Robinson Preserve Expansion — Check website for registration fees — Dress up and run in a spooktacular 5K event for all ages.

Buckler Craft Fairs - Bradenton 2025

October 18-19 — Bradenton Area Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Discover a wide range of handmade crafts from over 300 vendors perfect for unique gifting.

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Tom Bennett Park — Cost varies — A fun-filled five-week running program for kids aged Pre-K through 8th grade.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Cost not specified — Experience the soulful sounds of Maine's own blues multi-instrumentalist.

Zack Pomerleau Blues Performance

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Zack Pomerleau with classic blues and original performances.

PIP at Downtown Central Library

9:45-10:45 a.m. — Downtown Central Library — Free entry — Engage in some quality playtime with your child in this educational and fun drop-in group for families.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Mean Deans Local Kitchen — Check for entry fee — Enjoy the soulful sounds of a Maine born multi-instrumentalist blues musician performing classic blues and originals.

A Night of Worship with Lizzie Morgan

7-9:30 p.m. — Christian Retreat Conference Center — Free admission — Experience an unforgettable evening of worship and praise with Lizzie Morgan.