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Posts from April 2020

We’ve been proudly spotlighting local establishments who are reaching out in creative and helpful ways in order to highlight our sense of community and bring some bright spots to the current chaos.

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(Disclaimer: the author of this blog assumes no responsibility for any sailing-themed song/s getting stuck in the reader’s head.) How About Sailing? And what’s in a name? For Dan and Agnes Long, the

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A great way to begin planning for when we can all be out and about again is by purchasing gift certificates or by supporting local employee aid and fund-raising efforts, if you can. Such gestures will

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One delicious way to have a safe-but-still-a-bit-exciting adventure these days is to try new cuisine or a new restaurant (via take out or delivery, of course!), and we have a few resources to help you

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Updated 4/22/2020 Live music in every genre, in venues of every size and flavor, is a huge part of the appeal of our area. Of course, right now, enjoying music in person is not possible. Fortunate/ly,

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While historic mural walks were cancelled for this year, the Society is still hard at work preparing for when they resume next season, which will be their 26 th ! (You may find some inspiration to plan

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Next profile up in our continuing mission to shine a light on local establishments that are using this “down” time to reach out creatively or make positive changes is the Celtic Ray Public House,

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Our area is usually busy with 5- and 10Ks, fun runs and walks, and bike challenges that raise funds for local charitable organizations while reinforcing our strong sense of community. Of course, such

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Many people have been sorely missing the top-rated Punta Gorda Farmers Market, so they’ve gone virtual! Visit the Punta Gorda Chamber site for a list of all the vendors selling their products through

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*Updated 4/17/2020 The Wyvern, one of our luxurious local hotels, is making the most of their temporary closure by refurbishing and refreshing all three aspects of their property: Perch 360, 88 Keys

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Florida's premier year-round eco-tourism destination, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, The Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, is known for its pristine, unspoiled beauty. The area has hosted seven major feature films, been featured on SAIL magazine's list of the "10 Greatest Places to Sail in the United States," ranked by Golf Digest as the "Third Best Place to Live and Play Golf in America," and rated by MONEY magazine as one of the "Best Places to Live in the South." For information about area events, activities and attractions, contact the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor and Convention Bureau, 1700 Tamiami Trail, Suite G-2, Port Charlotte, FL; call 941-743-1900 for a free Visitor's Guide; or visit the Web site at PureFlorida.com.

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Posts from April 2020

Drive-In Stand Up Comedy at Visani Comedy Theater

Go Sail Away with Smoke and Roses

Looking Ahead, Helping Now

Delicious Charlotte County "Adventures"

The Next Best Thing: Local "Live" Music Right on Your Screen

Punta Gorda Historic Mural Society: Working on the Past for the Future

The Celtic Ray Public House: Creative and Positive Offerings and Projects

Virtual "Ride 4 Our Furry Friends" Bicycle Challenge in Charlotte County

The Punta Gorda Farmer's Market: Online!

Wyvern Hotel Punta Gorda: Refreshing and Refurbishing

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