Creating spaces and places for Arts + Culture in Bradenton/Sarasota

The Friendly City Flea a curated market showcasing small businesses of makers, musicians, and creatives from southwest Florida.

A space dedicated to fostering connections between like-minded creatives. This would be the beginning launch of one of our candidates businesses. What ever that business may be (product, music, or business service) the candidate would have the opportunity to test their business model out in real life.

The creative community in our area exists - We want to create a space for artists to connect with their fellow creatives, make lasting connections, and cultivate relationships.

Bradenton, FL’s Premier Original Live Music & Performing Arts Venue located in downtown Bradenton.

Oscura is a haven for arts and culture in Southwest Florida providing a place for local and touring original music as well as space for:

Original Music

Arts Markets and Festivals

Coffee + Craft Cocktails

Art Shows

Community Events

Non-Profit Programming + partnerships

The Old Manatee Historic District is a project of the Friendly City Foundation to help revitalize and support the redevelop of our historic district.

In partnership with the established merchants and community we are working to promote the creative business environment.