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Published: Thursday, Jun. 03, 2010

Updated: Thursday, Jun. 03, 2010

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MANATEE

Art Walk: Village of the Arts, Bradenton

The village hosts the Easter Seals Southwest Region Art Program during the ArtWalk 6-10 p.m. June 4 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 5. Information: 747-8056 or www.villageofthearts.com.

Movie in the Park: Sutton Park, Palmetto

The Movie in the Park free film series will feature “The Blind Side” on June 4. Movies start at sunset; free popcorn and sodas. Information: Manatee County Parks and Recreation, 723-4580.

Car, truck and bike show: Mexicali Border Café, 5502 Cortez Road

The Anna Maria Island Privateers host a fundraiser to benefit “Pirates for Kids and Community” 1-5 p.m. June 13. Prizes will go to first and second in each of 22 classes, five Best of Show categories, Manager’s Choice, Pirate’s Pick and Best Club Participation. Registration for entrants is $10; event is free to the public. Information: www.amiprivateers.org.

Reels at Rossi movie: Rossi Park, 808 Third Ave. W., Bradenton

The Reels at Rossi free PG-rated film series will feature “Inkheart,” June 18, and “Monsters vs. Aliens,” July 16. Movies start at sunset. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Information: 704-4366 or www.realizebradenton.com.

Farmers markets: various location

n Main Street at Lakewood Ranch will host a farmers market 8 a.m.-1 p.m. June 4 and every Saturday featuring produce, fruit, vegetables, baked goods, fresh flowers, gourmet specialties and more. Admission: free. Information: 907-0243 or visit www.lwrmainstreet.com.

n The community farmers market will be 2:30-6:30 p.m. June 9 and every Wednesday at Health Park East, 6040 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton, featuring all-natural veggies, breads, flowers, trees and more. There will be live music, free food sampling, de-stress chair massages, handcrafted skin and body care products. Admission: free. Information: www.newmedicinecommunity.com.

SARASOTA

Savor Sarasota; multiple locations, Sarasota

The Fifth Annual Savor Sarasota is ongoing through June 14. More than 30 participating restaurants offering unique multi-course menus at a fixed price of $15 for lunch and $25 for dinner. Costumers have the opportunity to sample the new food and wine flavors of Sarasota. For more information: 800-522-9799 or visit www.savorsarasota.org.

Friday Dance Party: Payne Park Auditorium, 2100 Laurel St., Sarasota

Fun with or without partner and enjoy a full variety of dance and music by the Melody Booth Quintet 8-11 p.m. June 4 and the Sig Harder Band 8-11 p.m. June 11. Free coffee, cake, soda, and snack. BYOB. Admission: $10. Information: 726-0569.

Cocktails at the Cà d’Zan: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota

Live entertainment by KoKo Ray 6-9 p.m. June 17; $5 cover charge, cash bar and food vendors. Limited seating, free parking at FSU Center for Performing Arts. Information: 359-5700.

FridayFest at the Van Wezel: Van Wezel Performance Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

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