WEEKEND: Grand opening for Arts & Eats in Village of the Arts, Joe Nichols and more in Bradenton and beyond

There's a new player in the Village of the Arts.

And he wants to meet you.

Attendees are invited to join chef Jim Copening and Donna Slawsky for the grand opening of Arts & Eats Restaurant and Gallery in the heart of the Village of the Arts this Friday and Saturday.

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Country star Joe Nichols at Joyland and more in Weekend.