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 | Some crash weddings. Beatriz just crashed the appreciation wall of fame. |
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๐ย First Up, Big Congrats To Beatriz |
Beatriz Phelps of Lakewood Ranch is our latest Quarterly Appreciation Winner and just scored a $100 thank-you for being part of the Waves fam! ๐๐ |
 | Great service deserves great feedback โ and great customers deserve appreciation. |
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Thank you, Beatriz! Happy to help you with with our rodent control and pest control solutions. |
She recently shared her genuine experience with our team in a review (which we seriously appreciate). As we never offer rewards for reviews โ we do love spotlighting awesome customers like her. ๐ |
๐ Had a service with us recently?ย Tell us how we did โ weโre all ears. |
Thanks again, Beatriz โ youโre the real MVP! |
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 | You may have to burn this weekend downโฆ after reading |
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๐ย Hey there ! |
Whether youโre into beachy craft markets, live jams under the stars, or just need an excuse to sip something cold while pretending you know how to swing a golf club โ this weekend has you covered. |
From guitar expos and foodie fests to silent discos and shark tooth hunts, hereโs your weekend lineup thatโll make you want to ditch the couch and get outside. |
Letโs go exploring.๐ |
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๐ย Laser Light Nights Are Back (And Yes, They Brought Bangers) |
 | Planetarium + โLaaaasersโ + legendary tracks = yes |
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Step inside the Bishopโs planetarium for a mind-blowing mix of music + lasers, all synced to your favorite artists. Itโs like a concert for your eyes and ears. |
๐ย Laser Light Nights at The Bishop ๐
ย ThursโSat | NowโAug 30 ๐ย Bishop Museum, Bradenton ๐๏ธ $15 | Doors at 6PM |
Epic laser shows synced to legendary tracks in a planetarium? Yes, please. |
๐ถย This Weekend (June 5โ7): - Thurs:ย Motown + Laser Bowie - Fri:ย Green Day vs. The Offspring + Metallica - Sat:ย Taylor Swift + Bruno Mars |
๐ฟ Drinks + snacks on-site โ ๏ธ Bright lights + loud music = not ideal for sensitive folks |
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๐ฃย Bradentonโs Lilโ Anglers Are Back At It |
 | Tiny anglers. Big catches. Major bragging rights. |
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Got a kiddo who loves the outdoors (or just wants a cool t-shirt and lunch)? The 14th Annual Fire Charity Kids Fishing Tournament is going down at Rossi Waterfront Park on Saturday, June 7 from 8AMโ12PM โ and itโs open to kids ages 5โ12. |
๐๏ธ $20 entry gets them: โ A tournament shirt โ Lunch โ A shot at trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in two age brackets (5โ8 & 9โ12) |
๐ Schedule: โ Check-in: 8:45โ9:15 AM โ Fishing: 9:30โ11:00 AM โ Lunch + awards: 11:30 AM |
Perfect for first-timers and mini pros alike. Bring sunscreen, good vibes, and maybe a folding chair. |
Spots go fast โ donโt miss out! ๐ |
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๐ฆธโโ๏ธ SRQCon 2025, And Deadpool, Have Entered The Chat |
 | ๐ Free to unleash your inner fandom goblin โ Deadpool-approved |
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Sarasotaโs ultimate free pop culture event is back, SRQCon โ and packed with comics, cosplay, gaming, crafts, workshops, and more. All ages welcome, no tickets needed! |
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ย Saturday, June 7 | ๐ 11AMโ4PM ๐ย Selby Public Library, Sarasota ๐๏ธ Free admission + free parking |
๐ญ Highlights: โ Cosplay Contest at 1PM โ Live shows: ShimmyBoom Dance + Shadow Puppets โ Hands-on fun: VR, crafts, video games, scavenger hunts โ Panels & workshops on drawing, comics, horror writing โ Vendors + food truck (hello boba & bulgogi!) |
Perfect for families, fans, and anyone who loves to geek out. |
๐ Come for the cosplay, stay for the fandom vibes! |
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๐ย High Hair + Hot Dice = Ultimate Weekend |
 | ๐ถ 80s bangers, casino chips, and spandex swagger |
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Get ready to dance, drink, and channel your inner hair band legend. |
Friday, June 6 ๐ถย 80s Throwback Party @ Sarasota Sahib Shrine Center โ $1K in free casino chips โ Two drinks + bites โ Costume contest + DJ Chris Craze = full send |
๐๏ธ $75 party ticket | $100 full weekend pass |
Cruise by boat, car, or bike to 3 stops, roll some dice, and score big at the Tarpon Bay Grill finale. |
Saturday, June 7 ๐ฒ Dice Run starts @ Marina Jack Boats, bikes, cars โ all welcome. Hit 3 stops, roll dice, and wrap it up with food + prizes at Tarpon Bay Grill. |
๐๏ธ $30 entry (free shirt if you registered early!) |
Proceeds = good vibes for Suncoast Charities for Childrenย ๐ |
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๐ฌ Summer Movie Nights Are Back โ And So Are The Trolls |
 | Trolls + movie night = guaranteed serotonin |
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Get ready to sing, dance, and snack under the stars โ Summer Movie Nights are officially back, and theyโre kicking things off with a Trolls takeover! ๐ค๐ |
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ย Saturday, June 8 | ๐ 5:00PM ๐ย CoolToday Park ๐๏ธ Tickets: $0โ$7 |
Trolls: Band Together hits the big screen at CoolToday Park on June 8 at 5PM, and itโs the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with the fam (or just relive your boy band dreams โ no judgment). |
โจย Ticket prices? Still totally chill. |
Ages 3 & under: FREE Ages 4โ9: $3 Ages 10+: $7
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๐๏ธ Letโs get this glitter party started! |
โณ๏ธ Swing For A Cause, Putt For A Purpose |
 | Shotgun start, custom shirts, and a whole lot of heart |
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Calling all golfers (and do-gooders with a decent backswing): The North Port Police Department is hosting a golf tournament fundraiser benefiting the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida โ and itโs shaping up to be a great day on and off the green. |
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Sunday, June 8, 2025 | ๐ 7:00AM (Breakfast + Sign-in) ๐ย Heron Creek Golf & Country Club ๐ฏ Shotgun start at 8:00AM ๐ฝ $150/person โ includes food, drinks, & a custom shirt or polo |
Youโll get a full morning of golf, plus breakfast, drinks, and some slick event swag โ all while supporting athletes across Florida. Win-win. |
๐ย Register here: Spots will fill up fast, so get your crew together and sign up early! |
Letโs tee it up for something that matters. ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ |
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๐ถย Hall & Oates Tribute = Pure Maneater Energy |
 | โRich Girlโ? โSarah Smileโ? This night is out of touch in the best way possible. |
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Ready for a blast of pure retro magic? ๐คย O2H is bringing the iconic hits of Hall & Oates to life โ from 80s bops like "Kiss On My List" and "Out of Touch" to 70s slow jams like "Sarah Smile" and "Rich Girl." |
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ย Saturday, June 7 | ๐ข 7:30 PM ๐ย Troll Music โ 628 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL |
๐ธ Featuring Troll Musicโs own Billy Day & Cliff Randi ๐๏ธ Tickets available now โ donโt miss it! |
Come for the nostalgia, stay for the vibes. |
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๐นย Elton & Billy, One Stage, One Night, Two Legends |
 | B-B-B-Bennieโs back โ and sheโs LIVE in Venice |
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If โPiano Manโ and โBennie and the Jetsโ live rent-free in your head, clear your calendar โ because PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS is bringing the legends to life in the ultimate tribute concert. |
๐ย Venice Community Center ๐
ย Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 @ 7:00PM ๐๏ธ Tickets: $39โ$89 | Buy Tickets Here |
This isnโt just another cover band situation. Itโs a father-son duo (Terry & Nick Davies) with killer piano skills, powerhouse vocals, and a live band that goes off. Theyโll take you on a journey through the biggest hits of Billy Joel and Elton John, from โUptown Girlโ to โIโm Still Standingโ and everything in between. |
๐คย Bonus? Thereโs a shout-out section during the show that makes every performance a little different โ which means your โWE LOVE YOU ELTONโ moment could make the cut. |
๐ฅ Donโt miss your chance to clap, sing, and maybe cry a little (in a good way). |
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โณ๏ธ 4th Annual Wicked Awesome Golf Tournament |
 | Golf, good vibes, and a shot at a golf cart? Thatโs what we call wicked awesome. |
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Round up your crew and tee it up โ itโs the 4th Annual Wicked Awesome Golf Tournament, hosted by the Sertoma Club of Venice! All proceeds benefit the Sertoma Speech Clinic, helping local kids with communication challenges. ๐ |
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ย June 7, 2025 ๐ย Waterford Golf Club โ 1454 Gleneagles Dr, Venice ๐ Check-in: 7:00AM | Shotgun Start: 8:30AM ๐ธย $125/player or $500/foursome |
๐ฅย Hereโs the scoop: โ 4-person non-handicap scramble โ Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rdโฆ and 8th place?! ๐ โ Only 300 raffle tickets sold for a chance to win a golf cart (yes, really) โ Held at the stunning Waterford Golf Club ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ด |
Spots (and raffle tickets) are limited โ donโt miss your shot. Sign up, show up, and swing for something that matters. โณ |
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๐ฏย Thatโs a Wrap โ Now Go Make It Count! |
Thatโs the scoop! ๐ Whether youโre grooving under string lights, casting lines with the kiddos, or channeling your inner Bob Ross (wine in hand, obviously), this weekendโs serving up sunshine and serotonin. |
So grab your sunnies, rally the crew, and dive into the fun. And hey โ donโt forget to tag us in your adventures. We live for your weekend stories. ๐โ๏ธ |
Catch you out there! โ The Waves Pest Control Team ๐ |