Paws, Purpose & Suncoast Stories

Suncoast View brings you another vibrant and community-driven episode packed with music, inspiration, history, and local flavor. This week, we kick things off with a tail-wagging twist on a classic—Woofstock is coming to Lakewood Ranch Main Street! Hosted by Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue, this fun-filled event blends live music with adorable, adoptable puppies taking center stage. Nicole Hackel and Rob Oglesby join us to share how this festival is making a difference for animals in need. Then, we take a step back in time with Mike Modrick as he uncovers the resilience and rich history of one of the Suncoast’s oldest neighborhoods—shaped by hurricanes, strengthened by community, and filled with stories worth remembering. Next, we explore a fresh approach to education with Justine Wilson, founder of Educators for Curious and Kind. Her innovative curriculum encourages self-directed learning and outdoor exploration through a unique forest school model—proving that learning truly happens everywhere. We also spotlight Suncoast Remake Learning Days, a 15-day celebration featuring over 300 free events designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, and hands-on discovery for all ages. And to top it all off, we head into Rice’s Appliance Kitchen where Stephanie Brown and Marcos Vasquez from Pop’s Sunset Grill give us a delicious preview of their 3rd Annual Mid-Day Soirée—bringing great food, fun, and community together. It’s another feel-good, informative, and entertaining episode of Suncoast View you won’t want to miss!