The deadline to register for the Venice Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) has been extend to Friday, Dec. 26.
Participants in the VPD Citizens Police Academy will experience a wide range of hands-on, behind-the-scenes learning, from patrol and marine operations to criminal and crime scene investigations, emergency response, and community outreach. The CPA program offers a close look at how officers train, make decisions, and work across specialized units, while also exploring the real-world challenges facing the community and the resources available to address them. From K-9 and drone operations to fraud prevention and major incident response, CPA provides a well-rounded, immersive look at modern policing.
CPA meets from 12:30 to 5 p.m. for 10 Wednesdays from Feb. 4 to April 8, 2026. Participants must be 18 or older. Free to attend, registration required by Dec. 26, 2025. NOTE: This program does not qualify participants as sworn law enforcement officers. Register today https://www.venicegov.com/government/police/community-programs/citizens-police-academy
Residents with questions about the CPA program should contact VPD Administrative Assistant Caroline Moriarty at 941-882-7569 or cmoriarty@venicefl.gov.
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Christmas Golf Cart Parade @ Venetian
Shout out to all the golf cart owners, cheerleaders, carolers & festive friends! You all brought such a bright light to the holiday season by participating!
See the Christmas Golf Cart Parade around the Venetian Golf and River Club HERE.
Photo of all 3 winners together
3rd Place Cart Alene Iafelice – Stockings & Gift Décor theme (left)
1st Place Cart The Mangiaranos – Elves, Santa, Gifts & Tree theme (middle)
2nd Place Cart Ethel and Lucy – Light-Up Candles & Christmas Décor theme (right)
Costume winners
Alene Iafelice and
Sean Gerahty
Venetian Gets Sharp!
Eddie Swing sharpened our knives and other implements for us on November 22 in the golf course parking lot. His ‘dance card’ was full with all appointments taken as residents took advantage of his expertise. Eddie’s grandfather in North Carolina started the family tradition.
His customer, resident Jack Pritchard, bought knives made from Chinese artillery shells by a master craftsman in Taiwan. The original steel was a Chinese artillery shell shot from canon on the mainland. From a craftsman in the Republic of China to our local craftsman in Venice — Eddie Swing.
Beware Email Scams Impersonating City of Venice
From Public Information Officer November 20: We’ve been made aware of an email scam impersonating the City of Venice. If you receive an unexpected message asking for personal information, payment, or urgent action, please use caution.
The City of Venice will NEVER ask you to “wire” funds to pay for services. Remember: All official City of Venice emails end with “venicefl.gov.” If it’s not from that address, it’s not us. Here are a few ways to spot email scams:
- Check the sender address. If it doesn’t match our official email, it’s not legitimate.
- Look for spelling or grammar mistakes. Many scams contain unusual wording or errors.
- Be cautious of urgent or threatening language. Scammers often pressure you to act quickly.
- Don’t click unexpected links or attachments. These can lead to malicious sites or install malware.
- Verify before responding. When in doubt, contact us directly by calling the Venice Police Department non-emergency number at 941-486-2444.
Save the Date: January 21, 2026
On Wednesday, January 21st, at the River Club, there will be a Resident Orientation which will include a presentation to inform residents of the responsibilities of the various organizations in the Venetian community, including the Community Association, the CDD, the Property Owners Association, as well as the different HOAs. New residents will find this presentation particularly beneficial, while long-time residents may find it a very useful refresher course. A Q&A session will be included, and refreshments will be served. More information will be released in the coming weeks.
Visit the Venice Farmers Market on Saturdays!
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.
Home Depot may be coming to Venice
According to the August 21st edition of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, the Home Depot will be located near a planned Walmart expected on Laurel Road across from the Laurel-Nokomis School.
