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Get Off the Couch, Bradenton! 25 Cool Things to Do in September

If you’re looking for things to do in Bradenton this month, you’re in luck! Fall is right around the corner and there are a ton of cool local events coming up. From fundraisers and food to shopping and self-defense, there’s

Tiramisu Ristorante Italiano: A Taste of Italy in Our Own Backyard

There’s no shortage of restaurants in Bradenton, but, every once in a while, you come across one that really blows your mind. If you haven’t visited Tiramisu Ristorante Italiano yet, you’re missing out on one of the area’s hidden gems!

EVO Athletics: An Elite Experience for Athletes and Their Families

When local single mom Lydia Lawton found herself spending hours every week sitting in training gyms while her son and daughter participated in sports, she quickly realized that most of the area facilities aren’t geared towards the parents’ experience. Seeing

Thrive Yoga & Fitness is Expanding!

Long known as both a yoga studio and a healing center, Thrive Yoga and Fitness is expanding into the space next door. Studio owner Erin Geraghty is excited to offer a wide variety of new classes and to share the

Bradenton’s Favorite Restaurants (According to the Locals!)

As some of you might have noticed, we recently held a contest on Discover Bradenton’s Facebook page where we asked locals to name their favorite Bradenton restaurant. The response was overwhelming, which left us wondering what to do with this

Premier Escape Adventures: Bradenton’s Newest and Largest Escape Room

The world’s greatest magician, Harry Houdini, was well known for his sensational escapes. Before his death, he told his beloved wife, Bess, that he had hidden a journal containing all of his magic secrets somewhere in his study. Although many

Get Off the Couch, Bradenton! 25 Cool Things to Do in August

We’re still in the middle of a hot, rainy summer and it’s not surprising that many of us are starting to get a little bit stir-crazy! If you’re feeling like there’s nothing to do lately, you’re in the right place.

The Daily Dose Juice Garden: A Healthy Alternative in Downtown Bradenton

Bradenton residents who want a healthy way to fuel up for the day now have plenty of options thanks to downtown’s newest addition, The Daily Dose Juice Garden. Whether you’re in the mood for cold-pressed organic juices, smoothies, or superfood

Bradenton Business Spotlight: Steve-O Entertainment

Many years ago when Columbus, Ohio native Steve Goeller was asked to take over a single trivia game at Tequila Beach Sports Grill on Manatee Ave., he never expected it to grow into a major local phenomenon. Yet, today, that’s

Connect! Bradenton: Work the Way You Want

As the city of Bradenton continues to evolve and expand, new resources are popping up to support the area’s changes. One of the most exciting is downtown’s flexible workspace: Connect! Bradenton. This innovative office space supports entrepreneurs and small business