Carrabba's Italian Grill in Bradenton offers the most delectable Italian dishes cooked over a wood-fired grill. Guest can enjoy dining on specialties like crispy calamari, homemade lasagne and a variety of fresh fish, seafood and meats made from recipes handed down over generations. And if you don't feel like cooking tonight, surprise the family with a wonderful family-style carry-out menu - guaranteed to be a hit.READ MORE

Charisma Cafe Birthday Parties in Bradenton are a magical affair of fun and memories with hats provided from the secret closet and white gloves for the birthday girl. Charisma Cafe Birthday Parties provides the birthday cake, pictures of the party and a hands-on art project taught by a local Village artist - all fun and exciting and memorable.READ MORE

Mattison's Riverside in Bradenton offers magnificent waterfront views with indoor and outdoor dining available and combines local flavors with traditional Mattison's favorites. Guests can enjoy dining on fresh seafood, lamb, duck, and beef and their famous burgers, salads and appetizers are available as well. Mattison's Riverside also features an award-winning sushi bar plus private dining rooms and is able to host weddings, private parties, business gatherings and more in this perfect setting.READ MORE

At South Florida Museum Summer Camps in Bradenton children will have such fun they won't even realise they're learning. Covering topics from ants to outer space the programmes are fun and engaging and above all educational, with hands-on purposeful science and historical instruction, children will certainly have a learning experience. READ MORE

The Bishop Planetarium is located at the South Florida Museum in Bradenton and is a multipurpose, all-digital domed theater. Come and enjoy advanced projection and sound systems while being immersed in virtual journeys and star talks. Enjoy current shows or take an astronomy course with Jeff - it's all fascinating and a remarkable astronomy education resource.READ MORE

The Bradenton Herald is your best source for local news, sports and weather in Bradenton Manatee County. Looking for a job, a new house, top stories, latest headlines then come to the Bradenton Herald for your up to date breaking news and information. Advertise with them and appeal to a vast audience, and if you've missed something the archives are available for old news and research.READ MORE

Garcia Galleries in Bradenton features unique hand-forged modern and contemporary aluminum and bronze sculptures made by the owner Victor Garcia. Commissions are welcome and furnishings of lasting beauty are available as well. Come and browse unique and wonderful designs - intriguing and very beautiful.READ MORE

Blue Room Studios in Bradenton offers jewelry and jewelry accessories hand made by artist Kristie Kindstrom, so if you're looking for something unique and gorgeous, this is the place to come. Jewelry accessories include shiny little trinket boxes, "Pretty Lady" dress form jewelry organizers, small and travel-sized jewelry cases, wine-charms, sun-catcher hooks, and so much more! New designs are featured all the time, so keep coming back to check.READ MORE

The Londoner Tea Room in Bradenton offers the English tradition of afternoon tea with real imported Devonshire clotted cream to be spooned on to freshly baked scones, plus homemade lemon curd and preserves washed down with a delightful selection of imported loose leaf teas. Also choose from a delicious selection of finger sandwiches and cakes and The Londoner Tea Room is a wonderful venue for your bridal shower, baby shower, reunion, children's birthday party, a tea for two or just somewhere to escape on your own.READ MORE

Village of the Arts in Bradenton is a wonderful community of about 35 artists that live and work together in a harmonious environment. Come on the monthly art walk through the village, paradise for art lovers and collectors and you, enjoy the affordable fine art, jewelry, ceramics, small furniture, bookshops, clothing, collectibles, gourmet cafes and more on offer, there's something for everyone. Exhibits and events take place throughout the year and should not be missed.READ MORE