Community Conversations Invite North River Residents to Share Their Vision for Manatee County’s Future
Residents of northern Manatee County are invited to participate in upcoming Community Conversations on November 16–18. The series, focused on the North River area—including Terra Ceia, Rubonia, Memphis, Palmetto, Ellenton, Parrish, and Duette—aims to bring neighbors together to discuss local strengths, challenges, and hopes for the future.
The discussions are part of the North River Initiative, a collaborative effort supported by The Patterson Foundation, The Bishop Parker Foundation, and the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. Organizers say the goal is to gather input directly from residents to help inform future community priorities and action steps.
Each session lasts about 90 minutes and is free to attend. Participants will enjoy complimentary food and beverages and receive a $25 gift card as a thank-you for contributing to the dialogue.
Community Conversation Schedule:
Sunday, Nov. 16 | 12–2 PM – First United Methodist Church, Palmetto, 330 11th Ave. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
RSVP: https://forms.gle/iknk8yfwZq7EfaAR8Sunday, Nov. 16 | 3–5 PM – Bradenton Yacht Club, 4307 13th St. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
RSVP: https://forms.gle/qaM5jqN6dLkgkYSK6Sunday, Nov. 16 | 6:30–8:30 PM – Duette Fire Department, 35800 FL-62, Duette, FL 34219
RSVP: https://forms.gle/LXFsJUeB6oiVkus57Monday, Nov. 17 | 6–8 PM – Palmetto Boys & Girls Club, 1600 10th St. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
RSVP: https://forms.gle/E2xjHuw2pb2h3Sz77Monday, Nov. 17 | 6–8 PM – Forza Center, 12214 U.S. Hwy. 301 N., Parrish, FL 34219
RSVP: https://forms.gle/7zsaMTga4RazD1xFATuesday, Nov. 18 | 6–8 PM – Palmetto Youth Center, 501 17th St. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
RSVP: https://forms.gle/VCqbPcBeSvdCcJFy9Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 6:30–8:30 PM – Parrish Community High School (Media Center), 7505 Fort Hamer Rd., Parrish, FL 34219
RSVP: https://forms.gle/voMPJHZLsRGGAL8b8
For more information or to register, visit the RSVP links provided or scan the QR codes on event flyers. Everyone’s perspective matters in shaping the future of North River Manatee County.
