Things to do: May 26-June 1

The 13th annual Embracing Our Differences Exhibit, an outdoor public art exhibition consisting of 45 billboard-sized works of art, are accompanied by an inspirational quote. On display are entries pouring in from students from 104 countries and 44 states. Sarasota Island Park, at Ringling Boulevard and Bay Front Drive, Sarasota, 941-404-5710 or embracingourdifferences.org. Through May 31.

Taste Dining and Travel Magazine invites the public to explore the historic neighborhood of galleries, offering art, pottery, jewelry and accessories, and enjoy chef’s specialties from various restaurants and a beer tasting at Motorworks Brewery, Village of the Arts, 1113 12th St. W., Bradenton, 941-366-7950 or tasteweb.net. 1-4:30 p.m. through May 31.

Enjoy Art After 5 exploring the Museum of Art’s permanent and special exhibition galleries and the Circus Museum. Ca’ d’Zan is not open for viewing during Art After 5, except on select dates in November and December. John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. $10. 941-359-5700 or ringling.org. 5-8 p.m. Thursdays.

The public is invited to an afternoon admiring paintings, sculptures and photographs from different Italian and Latin American artists and enjoy entertainment which will include cultural dances and musical performances. After the performance enjoy free appetizers and drinks for Latin America and Italy. Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. No charge. 941-748-5875. 2-5 p.m. May 28.

Sensory Sensitive Summer Kid Movies, TCM Classic Movies and “The Met: Live in HD” : TCM presents special Sensory Sensitive Summer Kid Movies, beginning with “Alice Through the Looking Glass,” 10:45 a.m. May 28. TCM presents the following classic movies: “Ghostbusters,” (1984) 7 p.m. June 8 and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. June 12. “Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” (1971) 2 p.m. June 26 and 7 p.m. June 29. “Planet of the Apes,” (1968) 2 p.m. July 24 and 7 p.m. July 27. “Animal House,” (1978) 2 p.m. Aug. 14 and 7 p.m. Aug. 17. “The King and I,” (1956) 2 p.m. Aug. 28 and 7 p.m. Aug. 31. Enjoy exceptional operatic encore performances from The Metropolitan in New York, featured in high definition Wednesdays The line-up is: “Tosca,” June 22, “L’Elisir d’Amore,” June 29, “La Boheme,” July 13, “Cosi Fan Tutte,” July 30. Unless otherwise noted, all encore performances are 7 p.m. Carmike Cinema Royal Palm 20, 2507 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton. $7.50-$18. carmike.com.

A “Tribute to Heroes” event will feature a pre-block party, live entertainment, local bands and choir groups, drum lines and dance teams, a parade with floats from local businesses, a kids’ decorated bike and wagon contest, and a kids zone. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Along Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, 941-757-1530 or lwrcac.com. 5 p.m. May 29.

The 2016 season of “HD at the Opera House” series will include weekly live presentations of ballet and theater from some of the world’s most famous venues. “Hamlet,” Stratford Festival in England, May 29; “Lucia di Lammermoor,” Royal Opera House, June 5; “Ballet Russes,” Paris Opera Ballet, June 12; “The Damnation of Faust,” Paris National Opera, June 19; “La Cenerentola,” Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, June 26; “Sleeping Beauty,” Royal Ballet, July 3; “Adventures of Pericles,” Stratford Festival, July 10; “Requiem,” La Scala Opera House in Milan, July 17; “Werther,” Royal Opera House, July 24; “Millepied/Robbins/Balanchine” Opera Ballet, July 31; “Measure for Measure,” Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Aug. 7; “Der Rosenkavalier,” Salzburg Festival, Aug. 14; “The Taming of the Shrew,” Stratford Festival, Aug. 21; “La Favorita,” La Fenice in Venice, Aug. 28; “L’histoire de Manon,” Paris Opera Ballet, Sept. 4; “The Merchant of Venice,” Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Sept. 11. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. $18 Sarasota Opera subscribers, $20 general admission. 941-328-1300 or sarasotaopera.org. All showings are at 1:30 p.m.

Bingo. Public welcome. 2000 75th St. W., Bradenton, 941-794-3489. 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays and 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays.

Bingo. Licensed food vendor available. 105 52nd Ave. E., Bradenton, 941-761-7788. 6 p.m., doors 4:30 p.m.Wednesdays.

Bingo. 819 49th Ave. Terr. W., Bradenton, 941-739-5365. 6:15 p.m., doors 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays (doors lock at 6 p.m.).

Bingo. Free snacks at half time. 1201 50th Plaza W., Bradenton, 941-758-1160. 7 p.m., doors 6 p.m., Mondays.

Bingo. Snacks available. 1219 51st Ave. E., Bradenton, 941-755-1557. 6 p.m., doors 4:30 p.m. Sundays.

Dance party, featuring live band plus a DJ, is open to the public. Optional free group dance lessons are offered. YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota (corner of Bahia Vista Street). $10, includes snacks. 941-756-8303 or 941-807-2226. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Saturdays.

Ballroom dancing with live music by Ernie Litz. Coffee will be served. 6919 26th St. W., Bradenton. $5. 941-756-9255. 10 a.m.-noon Fridays.

Friday beginner group lessons 6 p.m. Friday advanced group lessons 7 p.m. Additional classes are offered. 5917 Manatee Ave. W., Suite 305, Bradenton. $10. 941-465-1031 or belladanzaballroom.com.

Dance, featuring live music, is open to the public. Singles are welcome. BYOB, sodas available. Smoke-free facility. Proceeds will benefit renovation of the clubhouse, built in 1921. 1705 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. $8. 941-773-0177 or bradentonwomansclub.com. 8-11 p.m., lessons 7-8 p.m. Fridays.

Let’s Dance!, a monthly social dance with optional dance lessons at no additional charge. Music will be provided by Ellsworth and Company. Light snacks will be provided. Water and sodas are available for purchase. BYOB. H2U, 6670 Cortez Road, Bradenton. $8. 941-447-8238. 7-10 p.m. June 11.

The Bradenton Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors offering locally grown fruits, vegetables, plants, organic products, prepared foods, work of local artists and craftspeople. Old Main Street, Bradenton, 941-840-0017 or bradentonfarmersmarket.com. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays October-May.

The Central Sarasota Farmers Market features locally grown fresh produce, local artisan products, live music, and a variety of food vendors. Florida House Learning Center, 4454 S. Beneva Road, Sarasota, 941-677-0078 or centralsarasotafarmersmarket.com. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays.

The Palma Sola Farmers Market features organic vegetables and watermelon. Geraldson Community Farm, 1401 99th St. NW., Bradenton, 941-792-0985 or geraldsoncommunityfarm.org. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through May.

Fresh produce, plants, coffee, crafts, food and more. Lemon Avenue at the intersection of Main Street, Sarasota, 941-951-2656. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays.

Lunch is served 11-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Dinner, varied menu, 5-7 p.m., and Queen of Hearts 8 p.m., Mondays. Hamburgers 5-7 p.m., Bingo 6-8 p.m., Tuesdays. Ladies Auxiliary sponsored Bingo 1-3 p.m., meatball sandwiches and chili 5-8 p.m., karaoke with Franky Allen 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays. Dinner with new menu selections 5-7 p.m. Fridays. Dancing and live music 7-10 p.m. Saturdays. Foxhole Lounge: hot dogs and Sloppy Joes 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturdays. Breakfast 8-11:30 a.m., dancing and live music by Bob Dewart Band with Eddie Tobin on piano 2-5 p.m. Sundays; $5 members, $5 nonmembers. Smoke free. The public is welcome. 2000 75th St. W., Bradenton, 941-794-3489 or americanlegionpost24.com.

Queen of Hearts drawing, 7 p.m. Monday; bar poker, 6 p.m. Wednesday; Wings and strings, 6-9 p.m. first and third Thursday; dinner 5-7 p.m. and music 6-10 p.m. Fridays; music 2-6 p.m. Saturdays; and $6 all-you-can-eat breakfast 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Sundays. 1610 67th Ave. E., Oneco, 941-758-6616.

Tacos and dart tournament, Tuesdays. Karaoke, 7-10 p.m. Fridays. Music, 2-5 p.m. Saturdays. Feather Your Nest 1-3 p.m., hot dogs, Sundays. 3420 U.S. 301, Ellenton, 941-981-3819.

Sunday bar bingo and wings 5-7 p.m. Open daily at 10 a.m. 2443 U.S. 301 N., Ellenton, 941-722-0393.

Enjoy dinner with music starting at 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Bar Bingo 1-4 p.m. Saturdays. Karaoke 7-10 p.m. third Sunday each month. Service office hours 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays. 111 63rd Ave. E., Bradenton, 941-755-5425.

Breakfast, 8:30-11 a.m., Feather Your Nest 2-5 p.m., “Party in the Pavilion” with music 4-7 p.m. Sundays; breakfast $7. Tacos and more 4-7 p.m., bar poker 5-7 p.m. Mondays. Various mini meals $5, 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays. A weekly varied menu dinner is served 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Fun night 5-7:30 p.m., music 6-9 p.m., Thursdays. Family fish fry 5-7 p.m., Feather Your Nest 7-9 p.m., Fridays; Fish $7, Steak $10. Bar Poker 3-5 p.m. Saturdays. 5831 15th St. E., Bradenton, 941-756-2113.

All past and present military personnel and their guests are welcome to the Bunker Bar for fellowship, camaraderie, entertainment, and refreshments. Bar hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday. 5225 26th St. W., Bradenton, 941-301-4598.

Lunch is served 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays-Sundays. Bingo, 4-7 p.m. Thursdays. Bar poker, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fridays. Feather your nest 1-3 p.m. Saturdays. 2419 Bayshore Road, Palmetto, 941-722-8689.

Lunch, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Fridays. Karaoke with Bob Dunn, 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. Fish fry, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays. 810 Sixth St. W., Palmetto, 941-722-9588.

All-you-can-eat breakfast 8-11 a.m. every first and third Sunday of the month, Bar poker at 4:30 p.m. Sundays; $1 hotdogs. Ladies Auxiliary Feather Your Nest, 4:30-6:30 p.m., progressive jackpot, Mondays; $1 hot dogs. Queen of Hearts, 7 p.m. Wednesdays; $1 hot dogs. The public is welcome. 3511 12th St. E., Ellenton, 941-729-8535.

Breakfast, 9 a.m.-noon, bar poker 4 p.m. Sundays. Monday night dinner, 5-7 p.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs, brats 4-6:30 p.m., bingo 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. The public is welcome to all dinners and events. 5105 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-794-6394.

“Live from downtown, it’s Friday Night” features live performances by Sarasota’s premier entertainers and performing arts organizations. The public can enjoy shopping at a unique mix of boutiques, galleries and salons as businesses will be open with extended hours. Main Street at Five Points Park and Palm Avenue. Admission is free. 941-366-7040 or DSAsarasota.com. 6-9 p.m. June 3 and every first Friday of the month

The Downtown Sarasota First Friday Art Walk features businesses, shops and eateries, open late as live music fills the streets. Attendees can shop as they stroll through the businesses and along the downtown sidewalks enjoying dancing, refreshments and special offers. Various locations, Sarasota, 941-366-5731. 6-9 p.m. June 3.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch will host a Music on Main concert featuring music by Kettle of Fish. Beer, wine and food sales will benefit Animal network, Inc. Bring chairs and blankets. No coolers allowed. Dogs on short leashes are permitted. Admission is free. 941-907-9243 or lakewoodranch.com/mainstreet. 6-9 p.m. June 3.

Celebrate National Diary Month at Dakin Dairy Farms’ “Dairy Day” Festival featuring Magical Moogician, Dandy Dakin challenge course, Moo-Choo train ride, face painting, corn crib and arts and crafts, and 4-H hands-on experience and education skill-building clubs. A $20 wristband includes entry fee and highlights farm tours, rock climbing and bungee jump, mechanical bull, 35 foot water slide, 12 water slide with bounce house, and pony rides. $7 or $20 wristband, children ages 2 and younger are admitted free. 941-322-2802 or dakindairyfarms.com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 4.

Stroll Bradenton’s acclaimed artist colony featuring 30 galleries, studios, bakeries, healing arts, specialty shops, all nestled in colorful 1920 cottages, and three five-star restaurants serving delectable foods. Village of the Arts, 1113 12th St. W., Bradenton, villageofthearts.com. 6-9:30 p.m. June 3 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4-5

The 25th anniversary of the Summer Classic Movie Series is composed of films celebrating landmark anniversaries and will feature the following line-up: “Fargo” June 5, “African Queen” June 12, “Raiders of the Lost Ark” June 19, “Forbidden Planet” June 26, “Pretty in Pink” July 3, “Notorious” July 10, “The French Connection” July 17, “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” July 24, “Swing Time” July 31, “All the President’s Men” Aug. 7, “M” Aug. 14, “A Raisin in the Sun” Aug. 21, “The Maltese Falcon” Aug. 28, “The Wizard of Oz” Sept. 4, “Gone with the Wind” Sept. 11, “Casablanca” Sept. 18. All movie times are 3 p.m. Tickets are $8-$10. Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa, 813-274-8981 or tampatheatre.org.

Van Wezel will host its yearly free outdoor summertime concert series with KoKo Ray and The Keepers, June 10, Jah Movement, July 29, Rebelheart, Aug. 26, and the Dr. Dave Band Sept. 23. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall bayside lawn, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-953-3368 or vanwezel.org. All performances are 5-9 p.m.

“Live from downtown, it’s Friday Night” featuring live performances by Sarasota’s premier entertainers and performing arts organizations and enjoy shopping at a unique mix of boutiques, galleries, and salons. Businesses will be open with extended hours. Towles Court, Sarasota. Admission is free. 941-366-7040 or DSAsarasota.com. 6-9 p.m. June 17.

Browse a vast selection of new boats, boating accessories, fishing gear, and sit in on a session at the Captain Joe Fishing School. Bait, tackle and line for hands-on seminars will be provided. $5, children ages 12 and younger are admitted free. Bradenton Area Convention center, One Haben Blvd., Palmetto, bradentonboatshow.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 17-18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 19.

Bunker Hill Vineyard will host “Spirit and Orb Walks.” Guests must arrive by 6 p.m. for a 30-minute indoctrination and discussion of the night’s walk and activities. Guests are asked to bring cameras with a night flash, EVP recorders, EMF recorders, digital temperature recorders, and extra batteries. The “Spirit & Orb Walks” will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will last until 8 p.m. Reservations are required and are limited to 18 years of age or older. Bunker Hill Vineyards and Winery, 8905 Bunker Hill Road, Duette. $10. 941-776-0418 or bunkerhillvine@aol.com. 6:30 p.m. June 18.

This story was originally published May 25, 2016 at 4:37 PM with the headline "Things to do: May 26-June 1."