Community & Events

Showing up for Manatee County.

Veterans know that presence matters. From Parrish to Bradenton, Palmetto to Lakewood Ranch, you'll find Bayview Veterans at ceremonies, service projects, and community celebrations all year long.

On the Calendar

Upcoming events

Times and locations are confirmed with members by email. Contact us to get on the list.

Oct

14

All Welcome

Open Forum

Wednesday at 1800 (6:00 PM). An open forum hosted by the Bayview Veterans Alliance board. Anyone interested is welcome to attend, ask questions, and share ideas.

Driftwood Club

Nov

11

Honor & Remembrance

Veterans Day Ceremony

Join us as we honor all who served, with a flag ceremony, remarks, and fellowship afterward.

Location TBA

Dec

07

Honor & Remembrance

Pearl Harbor Remembrance

A moment of silence and reflection for those lost on December 7, 1941.

Location TBA

Dec

TBA

Community Service

Holiday Toy & Food Drive

We collect toys and food for military and first-responder families in Manatee County.

Del Webb Bayview

Monthly

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Fellowship

Coffee Muster

Our monthly get-together for coffee, conversation, and camaraderie. New neighbors who served are always welcome.

Bayview Clubhouse

How We Show Up

Our year of service

01

Patriotic Observances

Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, and POW/MIA Recognition Day.

02

Color Guard & Flag Etiquette

We present the colors at community events and hold respectful flag retirement ceremonies.

03

Drives & Collections

Food, toys, school supplies, and care packages for deployed service members.

04

Community Partnerships

We work alongside local charities, schools, first responders, and other veteran organizations.

05

Parades & Celebrations

You'll see us marching with pride in Manatee County parades and at hometown celebrations.

06

Fellowship Gatherings

Cookouts, holiday socials, and family events that build lasting bonds.

Invite Us

Want veterans at your event?

Schools, churches, businesses, and community groups can ask us for a color guard, a guest speaker, or volunteers for their cause. We're honored to be asked.