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BUSINESS
AUTO SERVICE
GROOMS AUTOMOTIVE
5608 Marina Dr
Holmes Beach, 896-7898
BAIT & TACKLE SHOP
ANNIE’S BAIT & TACKLE
4334 127th St. W.
Cortez, 794-3580
BANK
HANCOCK WHITNEY BANK
5324 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-4900
BIKE RENTAL
BEACH BUMS RENTALS
427 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 778-3316
BOATING STORE
GALATI YACHT SALES
900 South Bay Blvd
Anna Maria, 778-0755
CAR WASH
SUN & SUDS CAR WASH
6412 Manatee Ave W. Bradenton, 564-3072
CARPET CLEANER
FAT CAT CARPET CLEANING
3801 9th Ave W. Bradenton, 778-2882
CBD STORE
LIVE NATURALLY
5337 Gulf Dr #200 Holmes Beach, 567-5299
CLOTHING STORE
IRENE’S RESORT WEAR
5308 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-7605
CONVENIENCE STORE CIRCLE K
DRY CLEANER
COURTESY CLEANERS
7421 Manatee Ave. W.
Bradenton, 794-5145
ELECTRICIAN
ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING
1614 20th St. E. Palmetto, 749-5307
FINE DINING THE WATERFRONT
111 S Bay Blvd.
Anna Maria, 778-1515
FITNESS
PROSPER BRADENTON
7449 Manatee Ave W Bradenton, FL 34209 313-207-8506
FLOOR COVERINGS
FLOORING AMERICA
3200 Cortez Rd W. Bradenton, 348-1859
FLORIST
BLOOMS BY THE BEACH
2501 Gulf Drive
Bradenton Beach, 778-2555
GIFT SHOP (TIE)
BEACH BUMS
427 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 778-3316
IRENE’S
5308 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-7605
GOLF CART RENTAL BEACH BUMS
427 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 778-3316
GROCERY STORE
PUBLIX SUPERMARKET
3900 East Bay Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-5422
HAIR SALON
SALT AND SCISSORS SALON
313C Pine Ave
Holmes Beach, 961-4458
HARDWARE STORE
TRUE VALUE
5324 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-2811
HEAT & AIR
ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING
1614 20th St. E.
Palmetto, 749-5307
HOME BUILDER
WASH FAMILY CONSTRUCTION
407 72nd St
Holmes Beach, 941-725-0073
HOTEL/MOTEL
SILVER SURF RESORT
1301 Gulf Dr N
Bradenton Beach, 778-6626
JEWELRY STORE
IRENE’S RESORT WEAR
5308 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-7605
LIQUOR STORE
HURRICANE HANKS LIQUOR
5344 Gulf Dr
Holmes Beach, 779-2337
MANICURIST
TU AT ZEN NAILS
3224 E Bay Dr
Holmes Beach, FL 34217 941-778-0700
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MARINA
KEYES MARINA
5501 Marina Dr
Holmes Beach, 778-1977
MEN’S APPAREL
BEACH BUMS
427 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 778-3316
OUTDOOR SPORTS STORE
DICKS SPORTING GOODS
HOUSE CLEANER
LISA FIRESTINE
PAINTER
CRAIG STRAPP
CWS Handyman Services LLC
Bradenton, 305-432-1065
PEST CONTROL
ANNA MARIA PEST CONTROL
11610 3rd Ave. E.
Bradenton, 778-1630
PET GROOMING
THE PAW SPA
5343 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0885
PET STORE
AMI BEACH & DOG SUPPLY CO.
313 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 713-8970
PHARMACIST
TODD CVS
611 Manatee Ave
Holmes Beach,778-1411
PHARMACY
WALGREENS
3200 East Bay Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-0451
PLUMBER
AIR & ENERGY
555 6th Ave. W.
Bradenton, 778-0773
POOL CLEANER STAND UP POOLS
POOL CONTRACTOR
HURRICANE POOLS AND SPAS
REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE
JASON SATO
SATO REAL ESTATE INC.
519 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 778-7200
REAL ESTATE COMPANY
SATO REAL ESTATE INC.
519 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 778-7200
RENTAL COMPANY
SATO REAL ESTATE INC.
519 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 778-7200
RESORT
ANNA MARIA RESORTS
Tortuga Inn
1325 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-6611
ROOFER
TRUST MIKE ROOFING
5300 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach 807-6507
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
SANDPIPER MOBILE HOME PARK
2601 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-1140
SERVICE STATION
SHELL STATION
5424 Marina Dr Holmes Beach 778-6903
SHOPPING CENTER
ISLAND SHOPPING PLAZA
5414 Marina Dr Holmes Beach
SOUVENIR SHOP ISLAND BAZAAR
3304 E Bay Dr Homes Beach 778-3443
SPA ALUNA DAY SPA
2219 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-8400
WOMEN’S APPAREL
IRENE’S RESORT WEAR
5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7605
PEOPLE & PLACES
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CFK ARCHITECTS 807-7852
ARCHITECT ERIC WATSON
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ART GALLERY
ARTIST GUILD GALLERY
5414 Marina Dr
Holmes Beach 778-6694
ARTIST
KRISTI MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY www.kristimariephotos.com
ATTORNEY
NICK SATO
2071 Ringling Blvd. #400 Sarasota, 861-4400
BAND
PAM WARD
BAR & GRILL
HARRY’S GRILL
9903 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 567-5999
BARTENDER
KAYLA
GRUB TROPICAL BBQ
415 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 900-2874
BEACH
COQUINA BEACH
BOAT CAPTAIN
CALEB O’CONNOR
Blue Magoo Excursions 518-5797
545-3121
BUSINESS PERSON
MIKE ZEPPI
ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING 1614 20th St. E. Palmetto, 749-5307
CATERER
BEN SATO
GRUB TOPICAL BBQ
415 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 900-2874
CHEF
BEN SATO
GRUB TOPICAL BBQ 415 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 900-2874
CHIROPRACTOR
HARBOR CHIROPRACTIC 6220 Manatee Ave W 761-1100
DENTIST
ISLAND DENTAL SPA
3909 E Bay Dr Ste #205 Holmes Beach, 778-2204
DOCTOR
STEPHEN PELHAM, M.D.
3909 East Bay Drive #100 Holmes Beach, 778-1007
EYE CARE
LENSCRAFTERS
6725 Mantee Ave W Bradenton 746-4300
FINANCIAL PLANNER
EDWARD JONES
JOHN CAMPORA
6400 Manatee Ave W Suite B 779-2499
BOAT TOURS/FISHING CHARTER
AMI SALTY DOLPHIN TOURS
5325 Marina Dr Holmes Beach 281-4458
INTERIOR DESIGN
ADRIAN GRIFFIN INTERIORS
501 Pine Ave 352-255-7359
INDIVIDUAL ENTERTAINER
KOKO RAY 538-8724
MASSAGE THERAPY
ALUNA WELLNESS
2219 Gulf Dr N Bradenton beach, 778-8400
PERSONAL TRAINER
BREANNA NEWTON
HOME FITNESS BY BRE dnewton@airguaranteed.com
SCHOOL
ANNA MARIA ELEMENTARY
4700 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 708-5525
SCHOOL TEACHER
VAN WORMER
ANNA MARIA ELEMENTARY
4700 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 708-5525
VETERINARIAN
DR BYSTROM
ISLAND ANIMAL CLINIC
5343 Gulf Dr Unit 900 Holmes Beach, 778-2445
VETERINARIAN CLINIC
ISLAND ANIMAL CLINIC
5343 Gulf Dr Unit 900 Holmes Beach, 778-2445
VIEW
BEAN POINT
WAITER/WAITRESS
LINDA KISSELL
HARRY’S GRILL
9903 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 567-5999
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Griffin takes home best designer award
This year’s Reader’s Choice winner for Best Interior Designer, Adrian Griffin Interiors, is the Island’s go-to spot for anything needed for custom interior design for both new construc tion or a total remodel. Located at 501 Pine Ave. in Anna Maria, Griffin does everything from vacation rental facelifts to restaurants and hotels.
“I like to call myself a one-stop shop because somebody can bring in blueprints and we can pick colors, plumbing fixtures, countertops and anything else right here in my design studio,” Griffin said. “Having the studio has been great, and it helps the builders too, making it easy for them to make selections.”
One doesn’t have to look far to find examples of Griffin’s work. She has done interiors for multiple restaurants on and around AMI including Grub, Pizza Social, Feast and the Lazy Ballerina. While she says business is doing very well and continues to grow on the Island, she is not confined to a specific region.
everything shipped over there. It’s been a really cool ride.”
“I recently did a resort in St. Kitts called Sunset Reef,” Griffin said. “It’s a whole entire resort that I did back and forth. I used all my connections on the Island to get everything shipped over there, such as windows, tile and
Adrian Griffin Interiors is open by appointment only. To schedule, call 352-255-7359. Many examples of Griffin’s work are also featured on her Facebook page at Facebook.com/ AdrianGriffinInteriors.
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Designer Adrian Griffin is a Readers Choice winner.
Harry’s Grill wins five awards
A favorite of tourists and locals alike, Harry’s Grill, 9903 Gulf Drive in Anna Maria, has once again won multiple Reader’s Choice Awards. This year Harry’s has been voted best bar and grill, best night spot, best band (Pamela Ward), best burger and best waitress (Linda Kissell). Harry’s owners, Mark and Jan LaBriola, took over Harry’s in 2014, and have been known for high-quality food including steaks, seafood and their burgers that keep winning Reader’s Choice Awards.
“We’ve been focused on maintaining good service,” Mark LaBriola said. “We’ve got some good cooks in our kitchen that are keeping our standards where they need to be, and it seems like our customer base is growing every year.”
LaBriola says Harry’s Hallelujah Brunch is something they are especially proud of. The brunch takes place every Sunday at 10 a.m. and features a free breakfast, praise and worship songs and a Gospel message. He said the weekly event has grown over the years and it’s not unusual for it to attract more than 100 people.
“Our goal since we’ve taken over the business has been to be a destination property where people can come year
after year,” LaBriola said. “We’ve been seeing that happen, and our numbers and popularity continue to be strong. Honestly, it’s all about our staff, they’re amazing.”
For more information on Harry’s Grill, including their full menu, visit www.harrysgrillami.com.
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Jan and Mark LaBriola own Harry's Grill.
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CENTER NOTES
Book Club
The Center’s book club is free to all adults and meets on the second Monday of each month at 2 p.m. at The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave. April’s book is “Someone Else’s Bucket List” by Amy T. Matthews.
Let’s Do Yoga – Youth Yoga with Dana Sky
Kindergarten through fifth graders can join Dana Sky for four weeks of yoga after school. The class promotes balance, focus, relaxation and fun and meets on Mondays starting on April 8, from 4-5 p.m. The cost of the multiweek session is $75 for members and $85 for non-members. Registration is required by Wednesday, April 3.
Family Fun Night
Free to all families, Family Fun Night on Friday, April 12 from 6-8 p.m. includes balls, corn hole, and other activities in The Center’s gymnasium and outdoor fields. Non-alcoholic drinks are provided. Pizza and other concessions are for sale, cash only. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Beach cleanup
Help ensure that the Island’s beaches stay beautiful with a beach cleanup on Saturday, April 13 from 9-11 a.m. Meet at The Center and walk to the beach. Trash bags, gloves, water and a light snack will be provided.
Unleash the Possibilities - Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Four weeks of dog training with Katie Mae Hart, owner and trainer at SIT! Social Interactive Training begin on Wednesday, April 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. The cost is $100 for members and $120 for non-members. Preregistration is required.
Future Aces Youth Tennis Program
This athletic and tennis development program for students in kindergarten through fifth grade fosters athletic agility and beginner tennis technique where kids will work in stations to learn stroke production, cultivate hand-eye coordination, fun footwork and improve overall coordination and strength skills. Sessions start the week of April 22 with tennis pro Richard Wright. Contact The Center for specific times for age group sessions and pricing. Registration is required by Thursday, April 18.
To register for Center programs or for more information, email The Center at customerservice@centerami.org or call 941-778-1908.
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YOGA STUDIO
ALUNA WELLNESS
2219 Gulf Dr N
Bradenton beach, 778-8400
FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT
ASIAN RESTAURANT
ISLAND OCEAN STAR
902 S Bay Blvd
Anna Maria, 251-6940
BAGEL SHOP
GINNY’S & JANE E’S
9807 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 778-3170
BAKERY
HOMETOWN DESSERTS
507 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 896-3167
BARBEQUE
GRUB TROPICAL BBQ
415 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 900-2874
BREAKFAST
GINNY’S & JANE E’S
9807 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 778-3170
BURGER
HARRY’S BAR & GRILL
9903 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 567-5999
CAFÉ
5350 POUR HOUSE
5350 Holmes Beach, 251-3681
CANDY STORE
DIPS ICE CREAM
503 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 778-1706
DELI
ANNA MARIA GENERAL STORE
503 Pine Ave
Anna Maria 779-9200
FESTIVAL 4TH OF JULY
GERMAN RESTAURANT
OLD HAMBURG SCHNITZELHAUS
3246 East Bay Drive
Holmes Beach, 778-1320
GOLF COURSE
PINEBROOK IRONWOOD GOLF
4260 Ironwood Cir
Bradenton, 792-3288
GROUPER SANDWICH
UGLY GROUPER
5704 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, 896-8033
HEALTH FOOD STORE
LIVE NATURALLY
5337 Gulf Dr #200
Holmes Beach, 567-5299
ICE CREAM SHOP
TWO SCOOPS ICE CREAM
101 S. Bay Blvd.
Anna Maria, 779-2422
ITALIAN RESTAURANT
VINNY’S ITALIAN KITCHEN
5337 Gulf Dr
Holmes Beach, 896-9754
KEY LIME PIE
HOMETOWN DESSERTS
507 Pine Ave.
Anna Maria, 896-3167
LIVE THEATER
ISLAND PLAYERS
10009 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 778-5755
MARGARITA
WICKED CANTINA
101 7th St. N.
Bradenton Beach, 281-2990
MEXICAN RESTAURANT
WICKED CANTINA
101 7th St. N.
Bradenton Beach, 281-2990
MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT
THE PORCH
9707 Gulf Dr
Anna Maria, 782-8683
NEW RESTAURANT
SALT BAR AND TABLE
2519 Gulf Drive N
Bradenton Beach 896-9897
NIGHT SPOT
HARRY’S BAR & GRILL
9903 Gulf Drive
Anna Maria, 567-5999
PIER
ROD AND REEL PIER
875 North Shore Drive
Anna Maria, 778-1885
PIZZA
PIZZA SOCIAL
308 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, 251-4070
RESTAURANT (OVERALL)
THE WATERFRONT
111 S Bay Drive
Anna Maria, 778-1515
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
THE BLUE MARLIN
121 Bridge St
Bradenton Beach, 896-9737
SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
DR. OFFICE
5312 Holmes Blvd Holmes Beach, 213-9926
SPECIALTY GOURMET
THE FEAST
5406 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 778-5092
SUB/SANDWICH
SCOTT’S DELI
6000 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 778-3000
TAKEOUT
MINNIE’S
5360 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach, 778-4140
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