🚂 THE FRONT PORCH
All aboard! June is officially here, the fertilizer ban is in effect, and hurricane season has knocked on the door. But before we send you down a rabbit hole of Parrish escapades, let me tell you why being totally obsessed with this newsletter will turn your family into the Seaver family on Growing Pains.
We're cutting through the noise to bring you the absolute best of what our community has to offer. No fluff, just the good stuff. Grab your coffee, find a quiet spot on the porch, and let's dive in.
📰 COMMUNITY NEWS & THE PARRISH PULSE
Summer Fertilizer Ban: Seasonal fertilizer restrictions began June 1 across Manatee County.
Hurricane Season: June 1st marked the official start of hurricane season.
It's that time of year again, Parrish! As of June 1st, Manatee County's seasonal fertilizer restrictions are officially in effect through September 30th. This means no applying fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorus to your lawns. It's a small inconvenience for a big payoff—protecting our local waterways from harmful algae blooms. And while we're talking about June 1st, don't forget it's also the start of hurricane season. Take a weekend to check your kits and make sure your family is prepared.
🗓️ UPCOMING EVENTS & FAMILY ACTIVITIES
🌟 North River Ranch June Food Drive
🗓 Date: Saturday, June 27
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: The Clubhouse, 11645 Camp Creek Trail, Parrish FL
Looking for a great way to give back and have some fun? North River Ranch is hosting a massive June Food Drive Giving Day on the 27th to support Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee. They're aiming to collect 🎯2,650 pounds of food for local families. Bring some donations, grab dinner from the food trucks, and enjoy the live music. It's community building at its finest.
🏪 SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT & LOCAL HERO
🍯 American Honey Creamery & Coffee Co.
📍 Location: 5015 Moccasin Wallow Rd, Palmetto, FL 34221
✨ What They’re Known For: Drive-thru service • “Holy Heifer” sundaes • Joffrey’s coffee
Details: A North River favorite has a new home! American Honey Creamery and Coffee Co. just moved into their new spot at 5015 Moccasin Wallow Road. Founded by sisters Mindy and Ali Converse, this local gem is now serving up their famous "Holy Heifer" sundaes🍦 and Dolly Parton-inspired lattes 🍵 with the added convenience of a 🚗drive-thru. They've even expanded their hours to catch both the early morning coffee crowd and the late-night ice cream runs.
🍽️ NEW & NOTEWORTHY RESTAURANTS
🛣️ RaceTrac Travel Center
📍 Location: 9608 U.S. 41, Palmetto
⛽Details: Massive new travel center with extensive food and beverage options.
Okay, it's not a traditional sit-down restaurant, but it's a massive addition to our local food and fuel scene. A sprawling new RaceTrac travel center just opened on US-41 in Palmetto, replacing the old Los Primos Deli. With 16 gas pumps and a huge convenience store, it's a major upgrade for commuters and anyone needing a quick bite or a Swirl World frozen yogurt fix on the go.
💪 FAMILY WELLNESS
🏃♂️ Summer Blast Camp for Kids
📍 Location: G.T. Bray or John Marble Recreation Centers
🎯 Activities: Sports • Art • STEM • Outdoor Exploration.
School is out, which means the eternal question is back: "What are the kids going to do today?" Manatee County's Summer Blast Camp is a fantastic option to keep them active and engaged. With programs running from June through August, kids can dive into sports, art, and outdoor exploration. It's a great way to ensure they're burning off energy and making new friends instead of just staring at screens all summer.
🐶 PET OF THE WEEK
Name: Clark
Shelter: 📍Friends of Manatee County Animal Welfare
Details: A sweet boy looking for a quiet place to recover and find his forever family.
Say hello to Clark, our Pet of the Week! This handsome guy is currently with Friends of Manatee County Animal Welfare and is looking for a loving foster or forever home where he can relax and recover. The shelter is currently packed with over 350 animals, so if you've got room in your heart and your home, head over and meet Clark. Let's get him adopted!
