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Thursday, December 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Dec. 3, a Bradenton couple found a lost engagement ring and turned it over to local authorities to help return it to its owner (neighbors are buzzing with good news over the find).  ABC7

CULTURE NEWS

  • Villa Sorrento offers a new dish in the Chef's Kitchen as Chef Eugenio Rizzo shares his father's Shrimp and Scallop Genovese recipe, blending garlic, olive oil, and fresh seafood to capture a taste of Palermo in under 10 minutes.  Bay News 9

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Habitat for Humanity received approval to build 20 two-story townhomes with hurricane-resistant features on a 2-acre lot along 11th Street West near Publix and the Palmetto Mobile Home Club. The homes will be sold to low-income, first-time buyers earning 50-80% of area median income, with construction set for 2027-2028.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    6-10 p.m. — Pork Belly’s Eatery and Catering Co. — Cost not specified —Enjoy a night of classic blues and originals from multi-instrumentalist Zack Pomerleau.

    Fri, 12/5/25

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  • Sarasota Anime-Fest

    10 AM – 5 PM — Sarasota Municipal Auditorium — $20 — A collector's paradise for anime fans in the heart of Sarasota, featuring diverse fandoms.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    10 AM – 2 PM — Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of a multi-instrumentalist blues musician from Maine.

    Sun, 12/7/25

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  • Blue Oyster Cult Concert

    8-10:30 p.m. — The Center of Anna Maria Island — Starting at $75 — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Blue Öyster Cult under the stars.

    Wed, 12/10/25

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  • Home for the Holidays Concert

    3:00-4:30 p.m. — SCF Neel Performing Arts Center — $20 — Celebrate the holiday season with festive music performed by the Manatee Community Concert Band.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • A Christmas Carol Performance

    2:30-3:30 p.m. — Manatee High School — Suitable for all ages — Experience the classic tale of redemption in this engaging performance.

    Mon, 12/15/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    5-9 p.m. — Swordfish Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy the soulful sounds of blues with Maine-born musician Zack Pomerleau.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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  • The Nutcracker by International Ballet of Florida

    6 PM — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting classic tale of The Nutcracker featuring dancers from renowned ballet companies.

    Tue, 12/23/25

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  • Christmas Day at Pier 22

    11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — PIER 22 — Chef-created Holiday Menu — Make merry memories this Christmas with seasonal delights by the waterfront.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    6:30-10:30 p.m. — Inner Compass Brewing Company at LWR — Check for cover charge — Enjoy a night of classic blues and originals from a talented local multi-instrumentalist.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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