All things pineapple make me happy. I quick spotted this one time driving around Sarasota & and I…read morevowed to come back. Too bad I couldn't find it, and I couldn't find it listed on the internet anywhere. Finally found it again and it is as beautiful as I thought it would be. You will find the across from pineapple park which is now known as Paul N. Thorpe Jr. Park. I made a listing for it too. This is located on the corner of Pineapple & Lemon. Check this beauty out!

It is funny how you can embrace a small, what many might call it an insignificant thing, and look…read moreforward to seeing it when visiting a city or town. It is these little pieces of local art that help define the personality of a city. The pineapple mural is directly across from the Paul N. Thorpe Jr. Park and definitely something that will make you smile.

It is a very nice store, and the people there are very friendly. I purchased a few items, and I…read morewould love to go back again as soon as I can!

Looking to support a niche community who provides home made goods? Head over to Yoders gift shop…read moreand check out the Amish goods for sale! They have a variety of things from cookbooks, to homemade apparel, blankets, toys, candles and of course the delicious jam selection. The value is good for most items, a little pricey for others but you have to remember it is all handmade items. Service was kind and let you browse in peace, they do take credit card and cash.

While visiting Sarasota, my SIL brought me here because she knew I'd love it . A friend of hers…read morewith Scandinavian roots goes there and told her how nice it was. She was right. I did. It's so cute in there and there are so many wonderful things to see and purchase. I could have spent hours there exploring everything. I love anything international especially an area of the world I haven't visited. I loved all the runners. They were all so cute and colorful with beautiful patterns. I wanted them all but sadly had a small suitcase. I also loved anything Christmas they had. I have a wooden village and found some cute things to put in it. I especially love this cute little wooden tree that fits in perfectly with what I have. My mom and I also got some delicious chocolates. She got two 70% cacao bars for her and my husband. I got delicious little chocolate praline Santas for us to all share. We were too late to get a Kringle since most were sold out and my husband's family is picky. They have 15 different flavors that I'd like to try sometime. They're so good. I've had them before. I also loved all the wooden dolls, straw horses and local food stuffs. Such a cute store! Love it!

My first visit to this store and it reminded me of shops in Europe. Unique and interesting wares…read more Check it out. Plenty of free parking just outside the door. Super friendly employees.

I went this weekend and had a great time! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, making the…read morewhole experience enjoyable from start to finish. There were lots of pottery pieces to choose from. I do wish they had more cat-themed options, but I ended up painting a puppy that turned out amazing. They offer a wide variety of paint colors as well as pre-made color palettes, and you can even swap colors around to create your own combination. I also noticed posters for different events they host throughout the year, and they all sounded like a lot of fun. This is a great activity for any age, from young children to adults. The prices are reasonable because you're paying for the entire experience, not just the pottery. The staff mentioned that they get very busy during the summer but that things slow down once the school year starts. I would definitely come back again!

Went to Arts a Blaze as walk ins for my birthday, and had a wonderful time! The service was great:…read morefriendly, informative, patient, and welcoming. The selection of pottery to paint was more extensive than I thought, and came in a variety of affordable prices -- cost includes paint, materials, firing, etc. We can't wait to pick up our finished products! Great place for events, parties, catching up with friends, or even a rainy day activities with the kids.

First time visiting this market, and there are good and bad…read more Good: there is plenty of parking The hours of the market are later until 4 pm so coming from a far, I can still catch this market. The market is three days - Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday - 10-4 The market is beside Coquina Beach so you can see the beach and market all in one place. There is a few food/snack options like cookies, desserts, guacamole, conch salad to name a few off of my head. They also have a tea vendor and a coconut juice vendor. Everyone is very nice and eager to sell their goodies - lots of beach items, jewelry, candles, crafty items, beach toys, beach clothing and accessories to name a few! Bad: really weird location at the end of Coquina Beach - if you get to the bridge to Long Boat Key, you are too far Traffic is horrendous getting out because the LongBoat Key Bridge goes up anytime a boat passes, and that makes a lot of traffic all throughout the day. This market is not dog friendly, but we do see small dogs. We put our dog in his wagon so he was not on the pavement. The vendors do not seem as plentiful as they list. Perhaps the market vendors depend on the day since the market is 3 days. Glad that I did see this market since I visit so many all over. It's definitely something to see if you are in the area. Perhaps you will find something that makes a great souvenir from Anna Maria Island and that is definitely priceless! PS. This is not a farmers market. It's more of a crafty and artisan market with a beach theme!

What fun Coquina Beach market is! so many eclectic fun…read morethings to buy! Shaded area of the beach and lots of fun food and drinks.

This is number 53 on the Village of the Arts map. One of the many vibrant colored art galleries…read morethat will call your attention when you see it right away. I love the outside decor as well as the huge Betty Boop and colorful lamps inside. My most favorite is what you will see right away on the outside patio. I won't spoil it. You will see pics anyway!

A unique opportunity to see the work of a large format film photographer. Watch for tours of the…read moredarkroom... it's a peek behind the curtain into the world of hand-printed enlargements from film negatives. This is also no ordinary small darkroom... they produce large format works. A lot of Clyde's work is on display here, and can be purchased in a variety of sizes, with or without frames. All black and white photography, you can see his large format film work and his more recent digital photography. Books and calendars are also available. Sometimes you can catch Clyde here to sign works you purchase. A room of the gallery is dedicated to his wife Niki's hand-painted photography, featuring colorful pastels. I'm a film photographer myself, and just seeing the large format equipment and banquet-table sized developing tray line was an inspiration.

Definitely a hidden gem. Jackie, Paul & Rosie helped us feel at home, nice galley presentation…read morewith guide book describing a bit about the picture, where & how it was taken, photo books to page thru at a nice big table. Parking lot was a bit small, but no one was there when we got there, but it was full when we left! Possibly parking on the street. Aside from all these nice things, the pictures were amazing! We have seen lots of Clyde Butcher pictures, but have never seen the Largest prints we saw here! Very cool. Definitely will visit again!

Lovely curation. Custom framed art. Lots of goodies. Vintage, sculptures, Glass. Great shop. My…read moreson and I loved it.

WOW! I was so impressed with this collection of fine original art by many very interesting artists…read more Not only such a high quality collection of fine paintings of all interests, but very interesting sculptures can be found, as well. It was kind of a hidden treasure for me, as I often miss going into the KMI Bldg. in downtown Venice. This is located across the main street parking area of Centennial Park. Try it. You'll be impressed.