We’ve got fall festivals that offer something for everyone! In August, don’t miss Spirit Fest at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. This two-day metaphysical and holistic fair features workshops, merchandise of all kinds, authors, artists, readings, and much more. Festivals in September…
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Over the long Labor Day 2022 weekend, we encourage you to visit us in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach for adventure or downtime, or a bit of both. Add a hearty helping of dazzling dining, splendid sunsets, and an almost endless array of activities, and you’re set for the whole weekend. Make Saturday a…
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Sea Grape Gallery is a cooperative artists' gallery and veritable wonderland of original fine art by Southwest Florida artists. The artists are members as well as owners, and provide business, personal, and artistic support to each other to ensure the success of the gallery. It is a magical place…
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A day at the Military Heritage Museum is full of activities and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. With thousands of artifacts, graphics, videos, realistic dioramas, touch screens, virtual reality and simulator experiences, an amazing library with genealogy access, and so much more…
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You know that relaxed, satisfied kind of tired you get after exerting yourself with an afternoon out, a fun physical activity, or a good, long walk? Prepare to experience that after the “good, long walk” and mental engagement of a Mural Walking Tour by the Punta Gorda Historic Mural Society. This…
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We do love our beaches, but sometimes you want to shake things up a bit. Here are some fun ways to take a break from the beach. You may miss it, but just think how lovely your reunion will be! Experience Real Florida with Babcock Ranch Eco-Tours This 90-minute buggy tour through a working cattle…
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For a fine walk and an amazingly artful experience, try a tour of the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. The first installation you'll encounter is “Yellow Andy,” by artist Jack Dowd. This…
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Charlotte County was established in 1921, but the history of the area dates as far back as the 1500s, when the native Calusa Indians inhabited the lands. Punta Gorda first appeared on a map in the 1850s and Englewood was platted in the 1890s. Port Charlotte development skyrocketed in the 1950s…
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Live music sets the tone for a fun night out and has the power to get anyone in a feel-good mood. Here on Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast, there’s always somewhere to take in the tunes, whether you prefer to kick back under a palm tree or at your favorite neighborhood bar. These local hotspots in…
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Get Muddy! There’s no need to pay for an expensive mud treatment at the spa when there’s the great outdoors! One of the best therapy treatments is riding through the mud at 74MX and Offroad with tracks, trails and mud ideal for motocross and ATVs/UTVs. There’s a sand track, clay flat track and…
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