News – Venetian Golf & River Club Community Association

Sarasota County to get a new Home Depot

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Joe Browne

by Earle Kimel

Sarasota Herald-Tribune USA TODAY NETWORK

According to the January 15, 2026 edition of the Sarasota Herald Tribune, a Home Depot has been approved for the new Venice Crossing Commercial Center on Laurel Road. There will also be a Walmart in the same shopping center. Other occupants are a Panda Express, a proposed car wash and Laurel Civic which is relocating to Venice Crossing from the Sandra Sims Terry Community Center.

The Venice Planning Commission approved the site and development plan for an 11.29-acre parcel that would include a 106,651-square-foot store, an accompanying 28,156-square-foot garden center and a parking lot. The site plan has two entrances to Home Depot from Twin Laurel Boulevard. See HERE for the complete article.

Events Scheduled in January

Posted on January 4, 2026January 20, 2026 by Joe Browne

January 24th Bik-O-Rama, River Club parking lot, 9-11 am Probably the longest running Community Association event is the always popular Bike-O-Rama in cooperation with Bicycles International on Tamiami Trail. For those who have never been to this well-attended event, just bring your bike to receive a free maintenance check by the highly trained mechanics from Bicycles International. Consider bringing some cash to tip the mechanics for their free service. There will also be items for sale for bicycle enthusiasts. A Community Association membership table will be present for those who need to renew or join the Community Association. Don’t be late, Bike-O-Rama closes promptly at 11 am.

January 26th Developer Approval Process, River Club, 3:30 pm What did you say? They are building another &(%^%^(^ development nearby!!!!! Certainly, we have heard that comment numerous times over the years. Many residents are curious of the approval process that the city goes through when facing a development proposal. That process will be addressed at the seminar, “Developer Approval Process” on Monday, at 3:30 pm (note time change) at the River Club when Roger Clark, head of the Venice Planning and Zoning Department, will provide a presentation on this topic. Getting the facts may help residents gain a better understanding of a process associated with a growing Venice.

See Active Petition Schedule on Venetian Gems. This is a map of the intended developments in our area.

See the full Seminars and Events schedule HERE.

Visit the Venice Farmers Market on Saturdays!

Posted on September 3, 2025November 10, 2025 by Joe Browne

Support local businesses and shop fresh by making a habit of visiting the Venice Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Click here for FAQ and also the map of the vendors. The location is in the parking lot behind City Hall at 401 West Venice Ave. The market is open year round.

City of Venice Newsletter for January

Posted on August 29, 2024January 6, 2026 by Joe Browne

Please enjoy the January 2026 edition of the Venice City E-News by clicking on this image or the link below. Navigate the City’s e-newsletter by using the left and right arrows on your keyboard, or flip to the next page by using the arrows on the viewing screen. Explore additional resources and information by clicking on hyperlinks. Click here for the website location January 2026 Newsletter. The issue contains an update on Northeast Park on Laurel Road, Fire Station 52 Construction Progress, and the history and significance of Morada del Sur, an historical building in town. Enjoy!