| A special aspect of Venice Beach living is a sense of community ... Venice has a spirit! The eclectic diversity and creativity of the community bond residents. They work hard to protect the image and infrastructure of the area. The result is that there are a number of community events (many benefiting charitable organizations) that are enjoyable, educational and fun for everyone ... including children and pets. Below is a sample of some of the community activities and entertainment available to Venetians over the next year. | ||||
| The Secret Gardens of Venice tour will take place on May 6, 2007. Celebrated local landscape designer, Jay Griffith, plus other noteworthy landscape designers and residents open their gardens to the public. Docents are on hand to greet visitors and refreshments are served. This is a unique opportunity to see a secret side of Venice. Visit their web site at http://www.venicegardentour.org. |
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The Venice Art Walk is an annual spring event that allows residents to visit the homes and studios of well-known local artists. Scheduled for May 20, 2007, the event benefits the Venice Family Clinic. This is a day of art, music, architecture and fine cuisine. Their web address is http://www.venicefamilyclinic.org. Studio of Gregory Miller |
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The Abbot Kinney Venice Festival takes place on September 24, 2006, along Abbot Kinney Blvd. A long time Venice tradition, the festival includes arts and crafts exhibits, live music, great food and family fun. Attendance approaches 30,000 people ... many locals. For information call 310.396.3772 or check out the Abbot Kinney District Association's web site at http://abbotkinney.org/. | |||
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The Venice Canals Holiday Boat Parade is an annual holiday event that takes place in December (usually the second Sunday). Canal residents decorate their canoes, rowboats and just about anything that floats. The parade attracts a large number of creatively decorated boats and many more Venice onlookers. | |||
The Farmers Market, on Venice Boulevard at Ocean Avenue, is a popular gathering spot for residents every Friday morning. Offered are baked goods, fruits, vegetables, meat and seafood. Plus there are flowers, plants and much more. photo by Liz Wibbelsman |
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| This is just a sample of the activities and events available to residents of Venice but it is representative of the sense of community that exists amongst the local residents and the broad range of things to do for people all ages. |
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