Little Hidden Beer Garden with Lovely Flowers

Charming little beer garden and bar at Sandra's Restaurant on Olympia.  

New Flower Garden at the History Park

Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Gardens Welcoming Sculpture Pair

These two giant sculptures are at the front of the Peace River Gardens on Riverside Drive. 

Moon Over Punta Gorda

Don Kerr shot this beautiful photo of the moon over Punta Gorda.  Thanks Don for letting us share.

Crunchy French Toast at the Burg’r Bar

Blue January Water

Banyon Tree on Retta Esplanade

Calostimicu - Punta Gorda's Whispering Giant

House on Dolly Street

Punta Gorda's Fountain of Youth? The Artesian Well Fountain at Marion and Taylor

This worn tiled green fountain is said to have been constructed around 1926 to draw water from an artesian well.  Many believe the water is good for the health, and drink from it despite warnings. 

Marion Avenue New Year's Day 2018

Marion Avenue  January 1 1018 

Palm Trees in Hector Park Get Wrapped for Christmas

Breakfast at Elenas

From The Garden Club Home Tour

Thanks Harold  Bubil for this photo of a beautiful wreath made from natural materials.  

 

New Marriott Springhill Suites Rises in Punta Gorda

A new five-story, 103-room Marriott Springhill Suites is coming into fruition along the harbor.  Marriott hasn't announced opening as yet.