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Following in the Footsteps of Greatness…

WORDS: Bre Jones Mulock

Like a flipbook of vintage Florida postcards – popping with vivid color and rolling seascapes – Mary Glass’ childhood stretched out before her with idyllic, adventure-seeking charm filled with sandy horse trails, bare feet, swimsuits, and spontaneous football scrimmages on quiet streets.

A dreamy, tropical snow globe to explore, the 1950s and 60s Sarasota unfolded during a time when famous authors gathered at restaurants over strong …

NEXTGEN | Aug 16, 2021 | 0

Festival is off the Hook!

WORDS: Amy Treis
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

It is often said that fire and water are the Yin and Yang of the existing world. They create the requisite nature of rising and falling, ebbing and flowing, and remaining stoic and wilting. If you ask East Manatee Firefighter Erik Nicholson, he will say that fire and water are essential elements that have contributed to his success and passions in life.

Since becoming …

NEXTGEN | Aug 16, 2021 | 0

Less Screen, More Green: Outdoor Safety Tips for Kids

WORDS: safety.com

Outdoor time for kids is an essential part of their development. Unfortunately, most children’s average amount of unstructured outdoor playtime has been four to seven minutes per day, pre-pandemic. Coronavirus lockdowns have made matters worse, forcing even the most active kids to stay indoors.

As a parent, guardian, or childcare provider, you may have noticed that the abrupt change to children’s daily habits has made it challenging to …

NEXTGEN | Jun 25, 2021 | 0

Party Time! Planning and Decorating for a Memorable Summer Soiree

WORDS: Kristin Louis

Summer is a great time to throw a party. You can have it inside or outside and draw from a wide range of menu possibilities and potential activities, from swimming to outdoor games. And there’s no need to worry about the size of your budget — you can have a great summer get-together without breaking the bank. Fire up the grill, lay out some delicious summer food, …

NEXTGEN | Jun 25, 2021 | 0

The Man with a Golden Heart…

WORDS: Bre Jones Mulock
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

Like an inevitable Tsunami swirling dark, angry waves in the ocean, perilous influences, and risky behavior nearly drowned Russell Serreia in the mid-1990s. Plagued with alcohol addiction and a fractured home, 15-year-old Serreia navigated the cold shadows of Bradenton neighborhoods, rolling in and out of street fights and jail cells.

Hardened, lost, and flirting with danger, Serreia happened to land in a recovery …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

Leaving a Legacy…

WORDS: Bre Jones Mulock
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

A single word unexpectedly and beautifully burst from the mouth of a non-verbal teenage girl in a class for students with profound special needs, igniting a surge of joy and excitement through the heart of Pam Parmenter in the early 1980s.

The sound, “Vickypoo,” floated out assertively and purposely into the busy classroom and commanded attention like a surprise visit from a four-star …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

Popular Provisions…

WORDS: Kara Chalmers
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

Owner and Chef Marc Cripe defines downtown Bradenton’s Jennings Provisions as “a craft beer and wine bar serving bar snacks.” The description is apt, though perhaps incomplete. The “bar snacks” it offers aren’t your run-of-the-mill nachos, mozzarella sticks, or mixed nuts.

Jennings’ snacks are foodie-friendly, with flatbreads, tacos, salads, and “Snack + Share” items like Smoked Mahi Spread with saltines and house-made pickled veggies; …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

Keeping Kids Safe Near Water…

WORDS: Petra Vybiralova, Safe Kids Supervisor Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital

While families’ routines may still be disrupted due to the pandemic, we have to take into consideration that the weather is warming up, and water safety practices in and outside of the home should be refreshed and revisited.

In Florida, water poses one of the highest risks as the state leads the nation in the number of drownings. Many …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

Why Parenting Matters…

WORDS: Amy Treis
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

There is no magical algorithm to follow to become the perfect parent. Education, support, and dedication are the foundations for happy households. Katrina Bellemare, the Executive Director of Parenting Matters, focuses on ensuring that parents are supported in their most important role and that children grow up in a safe, nurturing home. She has directed her efforts in both Manatee and Sarasota counties, and …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

Serving It Up…

WORDS: Kara Chalmers
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

You know you have something good when former players come back to coach for you. In Nancy Cothron’s case, that something good is Manatee Area Volleyball, of which she is the director and head coach.

At 30 years old, the club is the longest-running independently owned volleyball club in Manatee County. It offers indoor and beach volleyball to boys and girls ages eight through …

NEXTGEN | May 12, 2021 | 0

What You Can Do to Prepare for Your Family’s Future…

WORDS: Kristin Louis

The majority of us work hard for our futures, with the overarching attention on survival, followed by happiness. Owning a house, starting a family, and paying off your student debt are all benchmarks that can help set you on the path toward future success. However, life has an unpredictable way of occurring, which is why it’s important to have contingencies in place for when the unexpected arises.…

NEXTGEN | Apr 27, 2021 | 0

A Rich Outdoor Classroom…

WORDS: Jenny Miller

Children are young humans, and like adults, they tend to love learning when the subjects are personally meaningful; even if we don’t grasp something right away, our interest makes us want to keep trying to learn more. Typical classroom environments, bound by approved curricula and standardized testing, can’t focus solely on subjects children enjoy.

But when certain fields don’t come easily, the outdoors provides a rich classroom …

NEXTGEN | Apr 27, 2021 | 0

Ace In The Pack!

WORDS: Bre Jones Mulock

A clock ticks just shy of 4:30 p.m., and a dozen round, hopeful young faces pressed against a glass window smudged with handprints and reflecting an army of sparkling gold trophies standing guard across the room. Squirmy anticipation rolls through the roster of six to 12-year-olds like a case of contagious wiggles. The children, sporting gym shorts and T-shirts and a few crumbs from an after-school …

NEXTGEN | Apr 5, 2021 | 0

A Piece Of Cake…

WORDS: Kara Chalmers
PICTURES: Whitney Patton

Lifelong baker and chef Pavel Hasenohrl has, in many ways, his dream job. Along with his wife Tracy, he owns Cremesh European Restaurant and Cremesh Coffee & Bakery, both in Bradenton.

The restaurant is open for dinner only and offers upscale dining, allowing Pavel to create inventive dishes using ingredients and methods from across Europe. The bakery and coffee shop allows Pavel to bake …

NEXTGEN | Apr 5, 2021 | 0

Whatever It Takes!

The From Cradle to College Foundation (which acts as a supporting organization to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County) was proud to launch Operation W.I.T. last October. Eager to learn more about this new program, Nextgen Family Magazine interviewed Rachel Spivey, Director of Community Educational Initiatives, and Stephanie Washington, the Operation W.I.T. Program Manager to get an insight on what Operation W.I.T does.

Q: What does W.I.T. stand

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NEXTGEN | Apr 5, 2021 | 0

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Articles

Following in the Footsteps of Greatness…

Festival is off the Hook!

Less Screen, More Green: Outdoor Safety Tips for Kids

Party Time! Planning and Decorating for a Memorable Summer Soiree

The Man with a Golden Heart…

Leaving a Legacy…

Popular Provisions…

Keeping Kids Safe Near Water…

Why Parenting Matters…

Serving It Up…

What You Can Do to Prepare for Your Family’s Future…

A Rich Outdoor Classroom…

Ace In The Pack!

A Piece Of Cake…

Whatever It Takes!

Q: What does W.I.T. stand

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