Anna Maria Island Blog

Gulf of Mexico fishing has been HOT this week, with the winds being almost non-existent. The heat index was hovering around 100. The fish were settlin...

This week has been down then up for Tampa Bay fishing. I started off the week with a couple trips that were tough fishing. Bait did a disapp...

Well the 1st of June started out soggy for Bradenton Fishing. I, along with most all the captains had to cancel due to the fact that it rained an...

May has been very productive for Longboat Key fishing, especially the Tarpon  bite. We have jumped over 100 fish this past month. Let’s look for&...

Well April was a month of ups and downs for Florida Fishing. With above average water and air temperatures, fishing was really good during the beginni...

The Holmes Beach Art District will again feature Ruth de Haan at its annual town-wide ArtWalks.  Participating art galleries and retail businesse...

This week, the Bridge Street Market features a Chili Challenge on December 7th.  All proceeds to benefit the AMI Community Center. Chili makers s...

What is the one thing you want to find while shopping on Anna Maria Island? Find exactly what you are looking for or buy a local souvenir to remember ...

Taking a vacation to Anna Maria Island is an unforgettable experience on its own but if you're looking to add a little adventure to your trip, make ti...

In 1922 the first bridge was opened from the Village of Cortez to Bridge Street Bradenton Beach, on Anna Maria Island.  Before this time vis...