Weekend Adventures in Bradenton, February 18-20

BRADENTON--A unique opportunity for a photography tour of Robinson Preserve highlights this weekend’s activities in Bradenton. Nature lovers can get out and help the environment at Emerson Point Preserve. The Asolo Repertory Theater will hold a panel discussion on one of its most popular productions and the Bradenton Gladiators go for its fifth win in a row Saturday night at the PAL Bowl in minor league football.

Robinson Preserve Shutter Stroll Photography Wagon Tour on Saturday. This is a one time only special Shutter Stroll using the preserve's wagon. The program will run from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and will include a one hour wagon trip guided by Melissa Cain Nell, from the Manatee County Natural Resources Department, and then an hour hike with Dotty Motta, master photographer, during super low tide at this northernmost point. This is a great opportunity to get out and see the preserve and take some great photos. 

Only a few spaces are left, and they will be given out on a first come, first-serve basis. To grab one, please email melissa.nell@mymanatee.org .  

This wagon tour will cost the regular fee of $3 for adults and, just like our regular Shutter Stroll programs, is attended for participants age 13 and older. We will be disembarking from the wagon, and this will require moving up a short set of stairs, and walking around the beach.

Robinson Preserve Shutter Stroll Wagon Tour
Saturday 8:00 a.m.
1704 99th St. NW
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-748-4501 ext. 4605

”Volunteer Workday: Love the Environment“ Saturday 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Emerson Point Preserve. Show a little love for your local environment after Valentine’s Day by taking part in the restoration of Emerson Point Preserve. Come get your hands dirty as we work in the coastal uplands to remove exotic plants, freeing up native vegetation and creating new habitat. Exotic invasive plants are an unending problem within Florida’s natural lands. Program suitable for all ages. Call 941-748-4501 ext. 4605. 

”Master Gardener Tour“ Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Each month, the Master Gardeners host a fabulous nature tour in the salt marshes at Robinson Preserve. Learn more about Florida’s native plants with Master Gardener Sam Starrett on a relaxing stroll through this beautiful coastal property. Program suitable for all ages.  Please call the Master Gardener Office for reservations at 941-722-4524.

Asolo Repertory Theatre panel discussion on its current production of ”Twelve Angry Men“ Saturday at 12:30 p.m. followed by a matinee performance of the show at 2:00 p.m. The Asolo Repertory Guild presents a lunch series that allows theatre goers to encounter creative team members and community experts as they discuss the themes of the play.

Asolo Repertory Theatre

Lunch and Panel Discussion: ”Twelve Angry Men“
Saturday 12:30 p.m. Matinee 2:00 p.m.
Asolo Repertory Theatre
5555 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34243
$62 lunch and matinee ($67 non-members)
$15 lunch only ($20 non-members)

Tickets and info: Molly_Maginn@asolo.org or 941-351-9010 ext. 4704

The undefeated Bradenton Gladiators, Manatee County’s minor league football team, goes for it’s fifth consecutive win Saturday night against the Florida Crusaders at the PAL Sports Complex in Palmetto. Kick-off is at 7:05 p.m. The Gladiators have the number one rated defense in the Florida Football Alliance and are in first place in the AFC West Division.

Bradenton Gladiators vs. Florida Crusaders

Saturday February 19
7:05 p.m.
PAL Bowl
Palmetto, FL
www.bradentongladiators.com