The Bishop Planetarium is located at the South Florida Museum in Bradenton and is a multipurpose, all-digital domed theater. Come and enjoy advanced projection and sound systems while being immersed in virtual journeys and star talks. Enjoy current shows or take an astronomy course with Jeff - it's all fascinating and a remarkable astronomy education resource.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

Village of the Arts in Bradenton is a wonderful community of about 35 artists that live and work together in a harmonious environment. Come on the monthly art walk through the village, paradise for art lovers and collectors and you, enjoy the affordable fine art, jewelry, ceramics, small furniture, bookshops, clothing, collectibles, gourmet cafes and more on offer, there's something for everyone. Exhibits and events take place throughout the year and should not be missed.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

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

Carrabba's Catering in Bradenton with it's delightful Italian cuisine and specialties offers catering like a family-style carry-out that includes ready-to-serve packaging, serving utensils, plates, silverware and napkins. Having a business function and need to supply a meal, then order a business delivery which not only provides excellent food, it includes a buffet style set-up of your selections in heated chafing dishes as desired, serving utensils, plates, silverware and napkins. For private dining, hire the entire restaurant and host a private lunch at Carrabba's, associates will be more than impressed.READ MORE

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

Miller's Dutch Kitchen in Bradenton offers high quality food made from fresh authentic ingredients made from scratch. Come and enjoy traditional Amish style cooking in a delightful setting and from 11am to 8pm a delectable lunch and dinner buffet is also available. The bakery on the premises serves up delights of pie, cakes and rolls, jams and spreads, specialties and more. So come and enjoy a home-cooked, down-on-the-farm tasting meal the Miller's Dutch Kitchen way, it's a family affair.READ MORE

Blue Marschmello in Bradenton offers an organic green experience starting with the organic plants, seeds garden accessories and tools in the gardening room. Then walk on inside to the Green gallery featuring works from local artists and then move on to the Blue Boutique which showcases a variety of refinished furniture, custom recycled art, knits, kits and other cool bits. A variety of personalized organic gardening services and packages are available as well.READ MORE

Visit The Parker Manatee Aquarium in Bradenton for manatees, feeding area, rehabilitationREAD MORE