The Village

Village Events

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2012

February 17 & 18, 11am-4pm both days. Open Studio Tour Meet your favorite Village artist and watch them create! This fun event invites the public to visit Village artists at work, see their studios and get a look at the creative process. Free. For more information call 941-747-8056 or visit www.villageofthearts.com.

March 3rd the Village of the Arts and Manatee County Cultural Alliance join forces to present “Dancing Thru The Village”. During the Saturday 11-4 March ArtWalk, at outdoor locations around the Village, free performances and dance instruction will be taught to gathered visitors, followed by a 30 minute dance jam. A wide variety of dance styles will be represented. Music will fill the streets. Flash mobs encouraged.

April 6th & 7th, 11am-4pm Village Garden Tour Tour some of the most beautiful and creative gardens in Bradenton. Flora and fauna, garden sculpture and art, and restored 1920 and 30′s homes make this a most unusual and memorable garden tour. Many of the featured gardens only open to the public these two days. Free. For more information call 941-747-8056 or visit www.villageofthearts.com.

April 14th 10:30-12:30 Village Fashion Show Always a sellout, this fun event features beautiful fashions from Village boutiques and artists, live music and a delicious brunch. Each table is uniquely decorated by artists from the Village. Tickets $25. For more information call 941-747-8056 or visit www.villageofthearts.com.

Artwalks: 2012: Jan. 6&7; Feb. 3&4; March 2&3; April 6&7; May 4&5; June 1&2; July 6&7; Aug. 3&4; Sept. 7&8; Oct. 5&6; Nov. 2&3; Dec. 7&8.

Artwalks every first Friday from 6-9:30pm and Saturday 11am-4pm. Stroll around this quaint area with full of artists studios, galleries, shops and cafes. Located just south of downtown Bradenton, this restored neighborhood of 1920′s homes and cottages offers a refreshing blend of “old Florida” mixed with a unique creative vibe. Many galleries host monthly openings during the artwalk and there is always something new to see. Great free event for all ages. For more information call941-747-8056 or visit www.villageofthearts.com.

10th Ave Sunday Markets: Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4, Apr. 8, May 6

The galleries of 10th Avenue open their galleries for an extra day after the art walk From 11-4. Art’s vendors & music are outside, specials on arts & eats are inside. For more information call 941-580-8085 or email hector@vmimediagroup.net.