The Bradenton Herald is your best source for local news, sports and weather in Bradenton Manatee County. Looking for a job, a new house, top stories, latest headlines then come to the Bradenton Herald for your up to date breaking news and information. Advertise with them and appeal to a vast audience, and if you've missed something the archives are available for old news and research.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

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 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

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

South Florida Museum Facility Rental in Bradenton offers a lovely combination of facilities and amenities guaranteed to make your event special and memorable, be it a wedding, business function or a black tie affair. Choose from the Spanish Plaza and Chapel with it's elegance from another time or the VIP Boardroom with its private, underwater view of the Manatee Aquarium or the Bishop Planetarium and lobby which is ideal for private events.READ MORE

First Street Cafe and Catering in Bradenton welcomes to the cafe with a hearty breakfast or great lunch coupled with fantastic service. Catering is offered on the premises in one of the three different banquet rooms or if you prefer can be done at your location. Catering packages include appetizing menus for Hors D'oeuvres, Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners and can be tailored to suit your needs.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

The Bonefish Grill consistently offers you a warm and delectable dining experience and the finest seafood dishes in Bradenton. Enjoy the nightly specials and delicious meals with the fine wines and drinks on offer and why not round off with a sensational sweet treat like the Fresh Strawberry Shortcake - it's sublime.READ MORE

At the Olive Garden in Bradenton you're one of the family, come and experience a little bit of Italy and dine on delectable Italian cuisines with many of the chefs trained in the Olive Garden's Culinary Institute of Tuscany. Italian specialties abound for lunch and dinner and meals must be completed with a mouthwatering dessert to round off a wonderful dining experience.READ MORE