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Sunday, Sept. 11

Standing with our Fallen, 9/11 15-Year Commemoration

Takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Patriot Plaza at the Sarasota National Cemetery, 9820 State Road 72. Stand with the fallen of 9/11 during the 15-year commemoration. Prior to the commemoration, citizens can adopt a fallen victim by going to bit.ly/29R65gP and choosing from the 2,977 names engraved on the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. Attendees will state their adopted fallen’s name during the tolling of the bell. First responders, active military and veterans will be recognized, as well. The first 500 attendees will be given red, white and blue flowers to place in a mesh that will become the American flag. 

Saturday, Sept. 10

Sixth Annual 9/11 Fundraiser

Takes place from noon to 4 p.m. at Island Time Bar & Grill, 111 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Honor those who sacrificed and served on 9/11 as well as those who continue to serve our country. The event is $15 with advance purchase; $20 at the door. The price includes an all-you-can-eat buffet, as well as a 50/50 raffle, live music, silent auction, drink specials and games for kids. All proceeds will benefit the Manatee Emergency Service Memorial Fund. All police, firefighters, EMTs and those who are inactive or active in the military will receive a complimentary ticket. Call 782-1122.

Saturday, Sept. 10

Electrify the Island

Takes place 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. Kick off National Drive Electric Week with a plug-in electric vehicle expo, ride-and-drive sessions and vendor booths focusing on sustainability and energy efficiency. Local electric vehicle owners will also be in attendance with their cars and will answer questions for attendees. Admission to the aquarium is not required to attend the event.
 

Tuesday, Sept. 13

Harness the Power of Mobile

Takes place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Longboat Key Education Center, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Join speaker Barbara Langdon, of Marketing Momentum, to learn how to use mobile technology for business. Attendees will learn how to drive action with mobile marketing and create content with and for mobile. Cost is $25. For reservations, call 383-2466.

RECURRING EVENTS

Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

The Lord’s Warehouse mega sale- Takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Gently used women’s and men’s clothing, accessories and home goods will be discounted by 50%. Call 610-301-2796 or 383-6491.

Wednesdays

Wonderful Wednesdays Book Sales — Take place from 9 a.m. to noon. at the Longboat Library, 555 Bay Isles Road. Gently used books will be discounted by 50%. Paperbacks will be 25 cents, and hardback books will be 50 cents to $2.50. Call 383-2011.

Rotary Club of Longboat Key — Meets at 5:15 p.m. at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church, 563 Bay Isles Road. Cost is $10. Call Jack Rozance, 383-5659.

Thursdays

Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key — Meets at 7:30 a.m. at Longboat Key Club Tavern and Whiskey Bar, 3110 Harbourside Drive. Cost is $10 and includes a breakfast buffet. Call Donna at 388-2847.

Shifting Sands Support Group — Takes place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Ruth Cushing Room of Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive. This group is open to any adult going through a difficult transition. Call 383-6491.

Connected Warriors —Takes place from 4 to 5 p.m. at Feel Good Yoga, 6350 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Debby McClung’s trauma-conscious teaching methods can help service members, veterans and their families. Cost is free. Call 904-610-7565.

Fridays

Beginners Bridge or Refresher Course — Takes place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Coffee and cookies are provided. Cost is $10. RSVP to [email protected] or 383-6493.