Hyde Park Presbyterian Church offerse youth events, weekly meetings and Bible study as part of its friendly church community. To see a full list of offerings, visit its website. To receive a warm welcome, visit the church for one of its services.
The Edwin E. and Lillian H. Bishop Animal Shelter SPCA of Manatee County is a private nonprofit which aims to prevent cruelty to animals and relieve their suffering. It takes in strays or pets that can no longer be cared for by their owners and offers these dogs and cats for adoption.
All pets up for adoption have been checked by a vet, spayed or neutered and given all their shots and can be taken home for a $60 fee (which goes toward the care of the animals at the shelter). At any given time, there are about 30 dogs and 80 cats waiting for a loving home. You can find photos and profiles of each potential adoptee by searching Petfinder.com or visiting the shelter's website.
Visitors to Bishop can also find educational brochures and emergency window cling stickers for their animals. The shelter was founded in 1958 and has 17 employees on staff. It welcomes donations of clean towels, blankets and toys for the animals, and invites the public (and their dogs) to attend its annual Canine Christmas fund-raiser each year for food, fun, prizes, crafts, raffles and a visit from Santa himself.
Serving the local community since 2007, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church is located on Belcher just north of Easy Bay Drive. It offers many programs for youth, adults and for people "in-between jobs." There is always some sort of humanitarian effort going on at the church. The website is comprehensive and user-friendly.
The Dunedin Community Center offers opportunities to exercise or spend time with friends or loved ones. The center contains a multi-purpose room for concerts and stage performances, a children's area, classroom space, a dance and exercise room, a fitness and workout center, a recording studio and more.
The center hosts classes and club meetings, and its rooms and the Highlander Pavilion on Wee Loch Ness, on the center campus, can be rented out.
Calvary Catholic Cemetery provides holy and sacred grounds for inground burials and entombments. Beautifully landscaped and maintained year round, the grounds include gardens that provide serene shaded areas for prayer and paying your respects to your loved ones. Open to all religious denominations. Consults on site.
LifePath Hospice is a member organization of Chapters Health System. This is the Resource Center for LifePath Hospice. The organization has locations throughout the area and offers hospice care, grief counseling and various related resources. This location offers training and related services to support elderly and terminally ill individuals and their families. Please visit the website for information regarding specific programs and services offered.
Our Lady of Lourdes Church is a Catholic church with facilities that include a large church, school and property. It has a rich history of serving its parish in the community. The church welcomes new parishioners and usually holds a registration and welcome meeting on select Sundays following the 9:30am mass.
Sarasota County Farm Bureau is an agricultural organization based in Sarasota. It advocates for farmers and produce growers.
Senior Pastor Dave Baldridge offers Sunday services for Christian worshipers. Adult and children's Bible study classes also are available. The church also offers many activities for the congregation throughout the week.
At this church they aim to make visitors feel the love among its members who make this a warm and welcoming experience for newcomers. Their faith leads them in dedicated service to others. Sermons and classes strongly emphasize applying the teachings of Christ to relevant issues.
They have a variety of youth programs that include group games, deep discussions, community involvement, activities and Bible lessons. There is a strong music ministry, study groups, selected book readings and social groups for men, women and youth. Choir meets on Wed at 7pm with the handbell choir meeting at 6pm.
Go to the website for full information on education, ministries, activities and calendar. Women are invited to attend a Lunch Bunch at noon every Monday. Bring a bag lunch.
Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church is one of the oldest churches in the area. The congregation is very friendly and inviting and the church has many activities and events to offer. For more information, visit the website or the church in person.
This Christian church invites all faiths to "Love God. Love Others. Serve the World." It holds three weekend services, including one on Saturday night that features a casual, modern take on worship and live music. The building also houses a community counseling center.
