March 31, 2021

 

  When you are having a wedding or renewal of vows on a Sarasota County beach or in a Sarasota County park, you need to get "an event permit" also known as "a beach wedding permit".  Why?  Because you are conducting "personal business" on property managed or maintained by the Sarasota County Parks and Recreation Department.

Permit can be obtained via the Parks and Recreation Department.  Call 941-861-7275, Monday - Friday, 830AM - 4PM.  You can obtain a permit over the phone with a credit card.

Before you call the Parks and Recreation Department, you will need to know the date of your ceremony, the time of your ceremony, the exact location of your ceremony and approximately how many people will be participating or attending this event.  You will also be asked if you plan to set up an archway and/or chairs or decorate the area. 

The photo above is Reserve Site # 1 at Venice Beach, Venice, FL.  This ceremony took place at 9AM on a Sunday morning.

March 30, 2021

 Nicki Kelly-Rieder and Daniel Rieder renewed their vows of marriage on the 30th of March.

March 29, 2021

 Theresa Dagle and Thomas Edgette were joined in marriage on the 29th of March.

March 28, 2021

 On the 28th of March, Denice and Richard Grimes renewed their vows of marriage.

March 27, 2021

 

  Sunset is a very popular time to get married in Florida.  What a great combination . . sunset, a Bride and Groom, and the beach.

March 26, 2021

 On the 26th of March, Eloise and Bryan Brinson renewed their vows of marriage.

March 25, 2021

 Katrina Stanfield and Howard Chase were united in marriage on the 25th of March.

March 24, 2021

 Vera Simarmata and Brian Smith were married on the 24th of March.

March 23, 2021

 Angela Faulk and Paul-Michael Cerce were united in matrimony on March 23.

March 22, 2021

 Mary Jane Diamond and William Wilson III were joined in matrimony on the 23rd of March.

March 21, 2021

 Faye M Mallardi and Richard L Cameron were united in matrimony on the 21st of March.

March 20, 2021

 

If you are using an archway on a Sarasota County beach or park for your wedding or renewal of vows, then you need to apply for "a beach wedding permit".  Why?  Because you are conducting personal business on property that is owned or managed by the Parks and Recreation Department.

March 19, 2021

 

The beach at Siesta Key is a BIG place so if you are planning on having a wedding or renewal of vows there you need to give your guests a point of interest so they are not wandering around looking for you.  Beach Access # 7 has a small parking lot.  There is no hard surface walkway to the beach, it's all soft sand.

March 18, 2021

 Tinamarie G Bowlin and Linzy R Norris were married on the 18th day of March.

March 17, 2021

 Robin Connolly and Kevin Kearns were joined in matrimony on the 17th of March.

March 16, 2021

 Janice Ringler and Ervin Kuspa were joined in matrimony on the 16th of March.

March 15, 2021

 

Question from a Bride and Groom . . Do you know of a beach that provides a walkway or hard walking surface?  I want my Grandparents to be able to see me get married on the beach.  They are not able to walk on soft beach sand.

Response . . Caspersen Beach Park had a walkway that overlooks the beach.  I have even conducted a couple of ceremonies on this walkway because members of the Bride or Groom's immediate family were unable to walk on the beach.

March 14, 2021

 

Looking for a place to have a picturesque background for your wedding and a place to eat lunch or dinner after the ceremony?  This is Chadwick Park, Manasota Key, Englewood, FL.  This is a rental property.  Contact the Charlotte County Parks and Recreation Department for availability and rental fees. 

March 13, 2021

 

Yes, you can order a small wedding cake.  Wedding cakes don't have to be a three tiered cake.

March 12, 2021

 

Looking for an open air setting for your wedding or renewal of vows?

This gazebo is part of Gilchrist Park / Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, FL.  This is a RENTAL facility.  Arrangements must be made through the City Of Punta Gorda, FL Parks and Rental Department.

March 11, 2021

 Sheila Becker and Shawn Chelton were married on the 11th day of March.

March 10, 2021

 Looking for a gazebo in Charlotte County, FL for your outdoor wedding or renewal of vows ceremony?

This gazebo is located at Gilchrist Park / Charlotte Harbor Harborwalk.

This is a City of Punta Gorda RENTAL facility.  Contact "Parks and Rental Events", 326 Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL for rates and availability.  Phone 941-575-3367

March 9, 2021

 Alessia Jenkins and Justin Andrukiewicz were married on the 9th day of March.

March 8, 2021

 Laura C Smith and Guido Traverso were united in marriage on March 8.

March 7, 2021

 Cheryl and Joseph Capozzi renewed their vows of marriage on the 7th of March.

March 6, 2021

 Roslynne Plouffe and Troy Naszkiewicz were married on March 6.

March 5, 2021

 On the 5th day of March, Dawn Zukowski and Mark P Thatcher were united in matrimony.

March 4, 2021

 Sarah Marriner and Gabriel Gaudette were married on the 4th day of March.

March 3, 2021

 Jennifer Eddy and William Colbert Jr were united in marriage on the 3rd of March.

March 2, 2021

 Tammy JP Grimont and Ronald D Myers Jr were joined in marriage on March 2.

March 1, 2021

 On the first day of March, JoEllen Dangel and Joseph Weaver said, "We do!"