Week of Community Impact and Entertainment Ahead in Manatee County
Manatee County residents will have plenty of opportunities to engage with their community during the week of September 22 through September 29, as government meetings, nonprofit events, and cultural performances fill the calendar.
The week begins on Monday, September 22, with the Post-Secondary Education Night at Manatee Technical College from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The event is designed to help students and families learn about options after high school, including college and career training.
On Tuesday, September 23, the nonprofit Turning Points will host A Night of Impact from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at its Bradenton campus on 17th Avenue West. Guests will meet team members, tour facilities, and hear how the organization provides housing assistance, community navigation, and medical and dental services to neighbors in need.
Mid-week events include community networking sessions in Palmetto and wellness classes, while local government business continues with public meetings of the Manatee County Commission and the Bradenton City Council.
The weekend brings a mix of fundraising and entertainment. On Saturday, September 27, Night With the Stars Prom, Inc. will benefit from a bowling fundraiser at Bowlero Bradenton, located on Cortez Road, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Proceeds support a free prom experience for individuals with different abilities. Tickets are $50 and include food, soft drinks, two premium drink tickets, bowling, and shoe rental, along with raffles and a silent auction.
Also on Saturday, SRQ Vets will host its first annual Clay Shoot at Sarasota Sporting Clays in Nokomis to support veterans.
Meanwhile, in downtown Bradenton, Oscura will present Project JONI, a live tribute to Joni Mitchell and Cat Stevens, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
From civic engagement to live music and charity fundraisers, the week highlights the breadth of activities available across Manatee County. Residents can participate in local government, support nonprofit missions, and enjoy cultural performances—all within a single week.