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March 16, 2012
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Who is Ready for St. Patrick's Day!!

St. Patrick's day is right around the corner and there are so many great events going on from Bradenton, to Lakewood Ranch all the way down into Sarasota.  You should have no problem finding a great celebration in your own back yard.  Let us know below which one you will be going to?  

St Patty's Rainbow Treasure Treats

I love any reason to craft with my Macaroni Kid. A holiday, a friend's birthday, or just because. But I don't always have my act together and am able to go all out for special occasions like I may want to. And with St Patrick's Day basically here, I needed a simple and budget friendly idea that she and I could do together quickly so that we could still have time to deliver our goodies to friends and family. These would be perfect to make and take ...


This Week's Calendar:

March 16th through March 23rd

Friday, March 16 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost: Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 16th Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 2 pm – 9 pm.
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Saturday, March 17 - Downtown Bradenton Farmers' Market

Join us on Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton with the weekly Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market, which showcases local produce, plants, and seafood. Mainly Art, 9 a.m. -2 p.m. Arts, crafts, and gifts in an open-air market
Where: Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Fun for all ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: www.BradentonFarmersMarket.com
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Saturday, March 17 through Sunday, March 18 - A Day Out With Thomas -- Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012

Thomas the Tank Engine™ will be arriving Right On-Time for 25 minute excursions at the Museum today! Train rides with Thomas will depart every 45 minutes throughout the day, beginning at 9:00am.  Meet Sir Topham Hatt, Storytelling, , live music, build with Mega Blocks, and much more!!
Where: Florida Railroad Museum -- Parrish, FL
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Fun for the whole Family
How: Purchase tickets online at   http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=83825&REFERRAL_ID=dowtspl&pl=thomas12
Cost: See website for pricing.    http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=83825&REFERRAL_ID=dowtspl&pl=thomas12
For more info: http://www.frrm.org
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Saturday, March 17 - 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party

Guests will be treated to Block Party favorites of Irish and craft beers, Irish entertainment, live music, food, mega raffles and more. The event is free and open to the public. Proceeds will benefit the Sarasota Family YMCA Youth Shelter. 
Where: Shamrock Pub, 2257 Ringling Blvd.
When: 9:00 AM
Who: Fun for the whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free -- food and beverages for purchase
For more info: www.shamrocksarasota.com or 941.952.1730
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Saturday, March 17 - Irish Rover's 7th Annual St. Patrick's Day Party

The best Irish entertainment in Sarasota: plus special guests: Jazz Juvenocracy.Corned Beef & Cabbage, Guinness Stew, Fish & Chips and the best Guinness around! Don't miss the # 1 Paddy's Day Party in Sarasota for 7 years and counting! This event supports local charities. Please bring a non perishable food item to support the All Faiths Food Bank.
Where: Phillippi estate Park 
When: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire Family
How: Just show up, Free parking.
Cost: Only $5 admission!   kids 12 and under free!  Free parking. 
For more info: http://www.irishroversarasota.com/
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Saturday, March 17 - Irish Celtic Festival

We have a full line up of musical and dance entertainment to include an Irish-Celtic band, mandolin players, karaoke, dancers, and pipers.  Don’t forget your little leprechaun’s to enjoy the Community Activities planned “Pot of Gold” scavenger hunt, face painting, spud-head contest, balloons and so much more! This event will keep them searching until their pot is full of gold. No children?  How about a dog?  Yes, pets welcome, so “pimp the pooch” and enter them in the Lucky Dog Parade!  
Where: Lakewood Ranch Central Park amenity center off Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.  Across from Lakewood Ranch High School
When: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Who: Join us everyone is welcome!  
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free for the entire family
For more info: http://www.lwrcac.com/events/irish-celtic-festival
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Saturday, March 17 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 17th Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 12 pm – 6 pm.  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Saturday, March 17 - 4th Annual Shamrock Festival

This FREE fun filled family day, traditional Irish Entertainment, Food, Beverage & Craft Vendors, Kids Area & More Carnival Amusement Rides & Games, Inflatables, rock wall climbing, face painting, pony rides and much more! Event is being held to benefits a local non profit organization, "The Lazarus Foundation" visit the website for more information about this phenomenal cause at: www.lazaruskids.org 
Where: Hillview Street Sarasota
When: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Fun for the whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: 941.706.3102
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Saturday, March 17 - Who's Your Paddy.....Street Fair Block Party

Ed's Tavern presents the 4th Annual Who's Your Paddy.....?  Street Fair Block Party.  Corned Beef & Cabbage all day -- Bagpipes -- Live Music with Paper Airplanes.  All proceeds to Benefit the Emergency Service Memorial Fund.
Where: Ed's Tavern - 10719 Rodeo Dr. -- Lakewood Ranch
When: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Fun for the Whole Family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free -- food & drink for Purchase.
For more info: www.edstavernlwr.com or (941) 907-0400
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Saturday, March 17 - St Patty's Day -- Get Downtown - Bradenton

Get Down Downtown Come and enjoy libations, food, and friends with live music on Old Main Street in Downtown Bradenton. Coordinated by the Old Main Street Merchants, this event benefits a different non-profit organization each month. 
Where: Old Main Street in Downtown Bradenton
When: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: www.realizebradenton.com  941-705-232
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Sunday, March 18 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 17th Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 12 pm – 6 pm.  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Monday, March 19 through Thursday, March 22 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 19th - 22nd Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 2 pm – 9 pm.  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Friday, March 23 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 23rd Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 2 pm – 9 pm.  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Plan Ahead:

March 24th through March 25th

Saturday, March 24 - Downtown Bradenton Farmers' Market

Join us on Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton with the weekly Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market, which showcases local produce, plants, and seafood. Mainly Art, 9 a.m. -2 p.m. Arts, crafts, and gifts in an open-air market
Where: Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Fun for all ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: www.BradentonFarmersMarket.com
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Saturday, March 24 - Sarasota Spring Frest

  Springfest’s two signature road events, a 5K Family Fun Walk-Run and a 12K Road Race begin at 7:30am.  Our day continues from 9am to 4pm with great food, live entertainment, displays and exhibits, health screenings, Business Expo, youth demos and children’s activities.     
Where: Springfest is located on Palmer Ranch at the corner of Sawyer Loop and Northridge Road off Clark Road.
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Race starts at 7:30 AM)
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up.  You must pre-register if you will be racing.
Cost: Admission and Parking are Free!
For more info: http://sarasotaspringfest.com/participant-information
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Saturday, March 24 through Sunday, March 25 - A Day Out With Thomas -- Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012

  Thomas the Tank Engine™ will be arriving Right On-Time for 25 minute excursions at the Museum today! Train rides with Thomas will depart every 45 minutes throughout the day, beginning at 9:00am.  Meet Sir Topham Hatt, Storytelling, , live music, build with Mega Blocks, and much more!!  
Where: Florida Railroad Museum -- Parrish, FL
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Fun for the whole Family
How: Purchase tickets online at   http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=83825&REFERRAL_ID=dowtspl&pl=thomas12
Cost: See website for pricing.    http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=83825&REFERRAL_ID=dowtspl&pl=thomas12
For more info: http://www.frrm.org
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Saturday, March 24 - Lowe's Build and Grow Kid's Clinics

Bring your kids to any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project.  Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project-themed patch and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.  This week's project is an Art Station.
Where: Any Lowe's store
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Recommended age for attendees:  Grades 1-5
How: Sign up online at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com.  The first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, apron and goggles!
Cost: Free
For more info:  www.lowesbuildandgrow.com or your local Lowe's store
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Saturday, March 24 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 24th Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission from 12 pm – 6 pm.  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Sunday, March 25 - Sarasota County Fair

Who's ready for the Sarasota County Fair.  Check out the official fair brochure at https://sarasotafair.com/uploads/2012FairBrochure.pdf   LAST DAY!!!
Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds -- 3000 Ringling Blvd -- Sarasota, FL
When: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Fun for the entire family
How: Just show up, plenty of free parking
Cost:   Adults:  $8 Children 6 and older:  $4  Children 5 and under FREE  March 25th Special:  Ride all mechanical rides for $20.00 plus fair admission ALL DAY!!  
For more info: www.sarasotafair.com
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Sunday, March 25 - Giving Hunger the Blues

Giving hunger the blues is an all day family event featuring local musicians and bands, area restaurants, beverage vendors, children's games and activities.  Live bands on 2 stages, one just for youth bands.  The is their $1 Million Year!!!
Where: Hillview Street, Southside Village, Sarasota
When: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Family event
How: Just show up, free parking in the Sarasota Memorial Health Care Garage, entrance on Arlington St.
Cost: Admission is $5 -- children under 12 are free
For more info: http://givinghungertheblues.org/ or (941) 366-5555
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Bradenton's Cultural Attractions

Links to Bradenton's Cultural Attractions

Can't find anything to do this weekend that interests your family? Check out one of Bradenton's cultural attractions!

 


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Let’s go out to Eat Tonight

Who doesn't like to go out to eat?   Well, yes...with the kids, too!  A kid-friendly restaurant definitely makes it easier when going out with your little ones.   Weather it is a restaurant that make our kids feel special, or if it is when they feed them F-R-E-E, it is much appreciated, and makes families keep coming back!

If you're at a restaurant that made your kids happy, and/or offer great kid deals, tell me, so I can add them to the FREE or FRUGAL list!

 

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Mirror Mirror is a spectacular reimagining of the classic fairy tale starring Oscar® winner Julia Roberts as the Queen, Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean ("The Game of Thrones", The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King) as the King and Nathan Lane (The Lion King, The Birdcage) as the Queen's hapless and bungling servant, Brighton.

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