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

Hearts Desire in Bradenton features unique, eclectic handcrafted jewelry made by the owner Vicki Rollo using semi-precious stones, fresh water pearls, Bali silver and beads from around the world. Heart Desire also offers affordable women's fashions and accessories and fine art and gifts are available as well. The landscaped garden is ideal for meetings, parties and other special events. 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

South Florida Museum Children's Birthday Parties are a wealth of fun and learning in Bradenton with the Party room, plates, and forks provided for, the museum can provide no food or beverages so please bring your own, including cake. Kids come with your friends and family and delight in a planetarium show and manatee presentation. Enjoy brief museum highlights and time in the hands-on discovery place all supervised by a museum staff member.READ MORE

Visit Dancing Crane Enchanting Garden in Bradenton for gazebo, pond, waterfall, gardensREAD MORE

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

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 Dancing Crane Gallery in Bradenton features exceptional collections of fine art where local and national artists exhibit their work. Features include sculpture, wood art, collage and ceramics and many fine gift items to adorn your home. The Dancing Crane Gallery also offers beautiful private gardens which are available for your function, event or celebration with lights lining the walkways, the pond and waterfall, and sparkling on the gazebo offering an enchanting paradise.READ MORE

The South Florida Museum Gift Shop in Bradenton offers a wonderful array of gifts for you or a loved one after your fascinating visit to the museum, aquarium or planetarium. Purchase fossils, gems, books, apparel and manatee souvenirs ideal for aspiring stargazers, archeologists, the scientifically minded or science curious - there's something fascinating for everyone.READ MORE

Charisma Cafe and Art in Bradenton invites you to not only enjoy the cheerful colours and creations of local artists, but also to indulge in fine coffee, teas, cappuccino, smoothies, homemade soups, salads, gourmet wraps, delicate desserts and charisma! The Tea room caters to children's and private parties and has wi-fi, as the saying goes "it's always a great day at Charisma Cafe" - come and experience it for yourself.READ MORE