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The Islander Wedding Directory
Say 'I do' to these Island Wedding Professionals

Beauty & Wellness

Acqua Aveda Salon Spa Store
Hair, nails, make-up, skin and massage for the bride and the entire bridal party.
5311 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach
941-778-5400 
www.acquaaveda.com

Body & Sol Spa & Wellness
Relax...be well for your special day. We pamper brides head to toe.
Upstairs of The Old IGA in Anna Maria.
941-650-5441 |
www.annamariadayspa.com

Flowers

Silvia’s Flower Corner
Unique wedding flowers that will WOW you!
9807 Gulf Dr. Anna Maria, inside Ginny’s.
Call 941-720-0424,  or e-mail: flowercorner@tampabay.rr.com

Accommodations

Gulf-Bay Realty
Rentals in all price ranges.
Gulffront homes, condos and multi-unit.
941-778-7244 • 800-771-6043
Visit us at www.gulfbayrealty.com

Haley’s Motel
An Island jewel with 50’s charm and
21st century amenities.  Perfect for all weddings and reunions.  941-778-5405 or 800-367-7824 |
www.haleysmotel.com

Tortuga Inn Beach Resort

Tradewinds Resort
90 well-appointed rooms, apts. & suites with kitchens, wi-fi, pools, beach and more!
www.tortugainn.com | 941-778-6611
www.tradewinds-resort.com | 941-779-6611

Photography

Jack Elka Photography
The finest in Wedding Photography since 1980. Studio located at 315 58th St Holmes Beach.
Visit my website at www.jackelka.com
941-778-2711

Memories by Billi Photography
Over the top service at a great value. A range of packages to suit your needs. You’ll love your pictures forever!
www.MemoriesbyBilli.com
941-545-8877

Sherri’s Island Images
Wedding Photography,  Rehearsal Dinners, Engagement Sessions, Special Events.
www.sherrisislandimages.com
941-345-5135  |  Island resident

Island Photography
Beautiful and creative photography that you will treasure for a lifetime.
islandphotography.org
Dara Caudill  941-778-5676

Videography

Silver Video LLC
Chrisann Esformes, MAMC, Producer/Owner
A personal, unique perspective on your wedding story.
352-281-3472 | Silvervideollc@gmail.com

Invitations

Invitation Station at Decor & More
Visit our store or shop online for all your invitation and stationery needs.
6713 Manatee Ave. W, Bradenton
941-792-4235
www.decor-more.com

Wedding/Receptions

Rotten Ralph’s Restaurants
Now offering catering and banquet facilities for weddings and private parties.
For catering menu and more information,
Call 941-778-3953.

Cafe on the Beach
The perfect setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, wedding breakfasts and more!.
4000 Gulf Drive, at the Manatee Public Beach 
Call Darlene at 941- 778-0784

Mixon’s in the Grove
A Tropical Garden Oasis Setting
Weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners.
2712 26th Ave E. Bradenton
941-748-5829 x280 |
mixonevents.com

Bayside Banquet Hall
Waterfront weddings, receptions, events
Featuring a great Tiki Bar and Patio.
4628 119th St W, Historic Cortez Village
941-798-2035 | www.baysidebanquethall.com

Bridal Attire

The Beach Shop
at the Manatee Public Beach
Pretty white dresses for a casual island wedding,  dresses for the moms too!
Open daily  |  941-778-5442

Wedding Cakes

Matt & Dom’s Pastry Cafe
Say “I Do” to our unique Wedding Cakes, desserts, pastries, petits fours and more!
9701 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria
941-778-3909 | www.madpastrycafe.com

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Islander Passion National Pastime of Baseball and Beaches: Venues draw springtime crowds
by Lisa Neff. Islander Reporter

Marcia and Bruce Pippen began making the March trip to Anna Maria Island seven years ago for different reasons.

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