Life + Culture

Celebrating a Century of Wisdom and Resilience

Convivial Jacaranda Trace Honors Residents 100 and Older Article and Photography by Convivial Jacaranda Trace proudly celebrated its centenarians, honoring six extraordinary women aged 100 and older who have enriched the community with their resilience and wisdom. The event, “Centennial Celebration: A Legacy of Resilience and Wisdom,” featured a special photographic exhibit inspired by Czech photographer Jan Langer’s work, "Faces of a Century." Chaplain Anne Feibelman curated the project...

Life + Culture

Calling Venice Home

World-Renowned Saxophonist Eirinn Abu Shares His Passion for Life and Music with the Venice Community Article by Emily Leinfuss For saxophonist Eirinn Abu, Venice isn’t just a stop on his music and life journey—it’s the place he’s called home for nearly five years. Over the past decade, Abu has built a connection to the town, performing at art shows and festivals and forming friendships with locals. "Venice and Englewood stood out to me as some of the friendliest places I’ve been," he said. "I...

Home + Design

Easy & Effective Home Refresh Ideas

Discover Vibrant Paint, Stylish Treatments, and Stunning Rugs for Every Room Article by Emily Leinfuss Transform your living space with a home refresh that blends creativity, quality, and expert craftsmanship. From vibrant paint colors to stylish window treatments and stunning area rugs, small changes can make a big impact. In this feature, Venice City Lifestyle explores three local businesses dedicated to helping you reimagine your home.   Revitalize Your Walls with Sarasota Paint Company...

Finance + Legal Services

Planning for Peace of Mind

How Elder Law Can Protect Your Future and Family. Article by Teresa K. Bowman Esq. One of the most common misconceptions about elder law is that I only serve people of a certain age. This isn’t true at all. I have clients of all ages, from young children with special needs to middle-aged individuals with disabilities, and those dealing with age-related illnesses at 100. The one thing all my clients share is the need for my services. Families with young children with special needs must...

Home + Design

The Perfect Fit

Spaces that Adapt to Your Lifestyle at Jacaranda Trace Article by Jacaranda Trace Retirement is a time to reflect on all that you’ve accomplished and embrace the exciting possibilities ahead. It’s an opportunity to reassess how you live today and how you’d like to live tomorrow. Traditional homes, with their unused guest rooms and formal dining areas, often don’t align with your evolving needs. Retirement communities offer a refreshing alternative—spaces designed with intention that prioritize...

Home + Design

Embrace the Coastal Cottage Lifestyle

Experience Modern Living with Charm and Convenience at The Cottages of Venice Article and Photography by Pro Group Realty proudly presents The Cottages of Venice, a community of 36 single-family cottages designed to combine charm, convenience, and modern living. Each home boasts contemporary interiors that blend luxury and comfort, creating a serene retreat. Located on East Venice Avenue, this peaceful neighborhood offers the perfect coastal lifestyle. "It's a great living option for...

Local Services

Saying ‘Goodbye’ to Police Chief Thorpe

VPD Chief Charlie Thorpe Retired in January and Former Captain, Now Police Chief Andrew Leisenring, Takes on the Job Article and Photography by In the beginning of December last year, when Venice Police Dept. (VPD) Chief Charlie Thorpe announced he would retire  on Jan. 3, 2025, the 30-year law enforcement veteran had nothing but praise for the Venice Police Department.  “I have been honored to serve with the officers and professional staff of the VPD during these last six years,” he said...

Local Services

Local Love in Action

Child Protection Center Hosts Statewide Forensic Interviewer Training Article and Photography by The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) recently hosted statewide Forensic Interviewer training at the Campus of Healing for fifteen Child Protection Team Case Coordinators and law enforcement officers from across Florida. Forensic interviews are child-friendly, non-leading, and legally sound conversations with alleged victims of child abuse. They are critical in determining whether abuse has...

Life + Culture

Fast & Furious in Venice

Celebrate Speed, History, and Innovation as the Legendary Race Cars of the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida Come Through Town Article by Emily Leinfuss Between 60 and 90 world-famous historic and modern race cars will roar into Venice on Sunday, February 23, as part of the inaugural 1000 Miglia Experience FLORIDA 2025. “These spectacular automobiles will cruise down Venice Ave. to Centennial Park for a time-and-stamp check that's been specially design to incorporate the Venice Centennial Logo...

Health + Wellness

SMH-Venice Expands & Adapts to Meet Local Healthcare Needs

Newly Transformed Emergency Care Center and State-of-the-Art Five-Story Patient Care Tower Now Open Article by Emily Leinfuss SMH-Venice Expands & Adapts to Meet Local Healthcare Needs The rapid growth of South Sarasota County has brought a pressing question into focus: How can healthcare infrastructure keep pace with an aging population and surging demand? For Sarasota Memorial Hospital–Venice (SMH-Venice), the answer lies in ambitious expansion and strategic adaptation. Opened in late...