Archive Events
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Hurricane Preparation Checklist
As many of our seasonal residents begin preparing to leave for the summer months, we want to ensure everyone has the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding hurricane preparedness. Taking these steps now can greatly reduce potential damage and help safeguard your property while you are away. Please review the updated preparation reminders below: Secure…
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VGRC Brochure – Where Living is an Art
A lifestyle community set on 1,000 acres in Venice, Florida. Click on title.
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Residents Visit Venice Water Booster Station
On April 14th, residents visited Venice’s water booster station off Gene Green Road. The visit was sponsored by the VGRC Community Association and was very informative of the impact of the WBS to Venice, operations of utilities during an emergency, and the general strategy of water treatment and distribution in Venice. Residents appreciated the opportunity…
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Venice Water Booster Station Update
Venice City embarked on a project in 2020 to enhance the quality of potable water service and fire protection in the northeastern part of the city’s service area. This initiative aimed to potentially increase water pressure and flow during peak water demand periods for the entire service area. The project concluded in the Fall of…
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Community Forum 2026
The VGRC Community Association presented “Community Forum 2026” on March 16, 2026 to a packed house at the Venetian River Club. Click on title to see full article.
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Preparing Your Final Wishes
On Tuesday, March 10th, the Community Association hosted their 17th “Knock Your Socks Off” Seminar at the River Club titled “Preparing your Final Wishes”. The Presenter, Mr Darwin Reeck, spent an hour advising fifty community members about actions recommended for people to complete before the death of a loved one. Mr. Reeck has years of…
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Shredfest-Junkfest-Goodwill Was a Fabulous Success!! Thank you, Venetian!
Thank you all for a very successful event with a team of volunteers, the City of Venice, Goodwill and Shred-Medic participating, as well as all the residents who junked, shredded and donated to Goodwill! CLICK ON TITLE TO SEE PHOTOS.
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Super Bowl 2026: Seattle beats New England 29 to 13
Tad Johnson won the contest with a selection of Seattle and a spread of 13 points. Congratulations! Click on the image or HERE for finalists and their predictions.
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A seminar delves into the reasons behind trusts and their inherent value
Al Pandl visited the Venetian for the third year to educate residents about the importance of protecting their assets for their heirs as well as the processes involved. Pandl explained the terminology and potential predators who may attempt to exploit these assets. The seminar sponsored by the Community Association took place on February 3,…
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A Frightening Scam Attempt Involving Venetian Residents
A recent incident involving a local resident serves as a chilling reminder of how sophisticated—and aggressive—phone scams have become. What began as a quiet drive between two friends quickly escalated into a high-pressure psychological ordeal designed to extort thousands of dollars.
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Venice Planning and Zoning Presented the “Development Approval Process”
On January 26th, Roger Clark, the head of the Planning and Zoning department at Venice City, delivered an exceptional informational presentation to residents attending the Community Association sponsored seminar.
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12th Annual Bike-O-Rama Held at the River Club
On Saturday, January 24th, the Community Association sponsored its 12th annual Bike-O-Rama which is a free maintenance bike inspection by the professionals at Bicycles International. Over 60 residents participated in the service during the two hours that it was in operation. Another successful event for our community!
Archive Posts
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Venice Airport Facts
Please click to see a current fact sheet on Venice Municipal Airport. You will learn about its history, capabilities, regulatory requirements and much more, including —
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WANTED: A Volunteer “Web Wizard”
The Community Association is looking for a tech-savvy neighbor to help us maintain and support our community website!
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Nature Reserves and Preserves near the Venetian
The Venetian is nestled between the natural beauty of the Myakka River and several expansive nature reserves. To the north and east, our community is surrounded by Carlton Reserve, Rocky Ford Preserve, Sleeping Turtles Preserve and Pineland Preserve, offering a serene and scenic environment. Just off Honore Avenue, the Scherer Thaxton Preserve provides a perfect…
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Eagles Nests Nearby the Venetian (originally posted January 2025)
One of the coolest things about living in the Venice area is how close we are to all these amazing parks, preserves, and reserves. It’s like we’re surrounded by nature’s own playground! One of the highlights is definitely getting to see eagles and other wildlife in their natural habitat. There are several eagle nests right…