In the 1920's during Florida's land boom years, women's clubs were formed as a way to give back to…read morethe community with civic projects. They became an outlet for women to get out of the house and to assert their independence by allowing them to get involved in politics during a time when they were expected to be homemakers. Women's clubs helped to launch the women's rights movement. The Punta Gorda Woman's Club was formed in 1925 when three clubs consolidated, The Ladies Fortnightly Club, The Women's Club Civic Association, and The Married Ladies Club. They came together to be able to be able to build a one story Spanish Mission style building in 1926 on land in downtown Punta Gorda donated by Judge William Fenmore Cooper from Illinois. Throughout the years the building housed stage productions, dances, meetings and dinners. The building housed the first library for 30 years and during WWII it was used as a USO. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. In 2000 the Woman's Club transferred the deed to the building to Punta Gorda Historical Society. The building is available for rent for private functions from the Woman's Club.

PGWC does such great work helping the community. So glad they are a part of the city. Great group…read moreof ladies that just want to help make the world better. Awesome website too! Has so much info about what they do. Definitely make sure to check it out.

24TwentyOne is a hidden gem in SW Florida! This is a beautiful space with new amenities and ample…read moreparking. Charlie Greenwald, the owner, has connections to all the vendors who can make your event a success. My BNI referral group holds its weekly meetings at 24TwentyOne, and it's always ready. They also host socials, classes, weddings, and private parties. If you are looking for a beautiful, centrally-located, and easy-to-find space for your event, give Charlie a call!

I do not hand 5 stars off easily. The Lodge is nice. My Hunt for Feral Hogs was fun. Walker, my…read moreguide asked if I've ever been in a Swamp buggy and I said "nope". Been to Florida several times in the past and never saw an Alligator. On the way to the Hunting area I saw a smaller Gator so you can cross that one off !. We were on Hogs pretty fast. The only thing was the hunt was over within an hour. Fast forward to the lunch. Deep fried Mahi mahi and fries! It was fresh and you could taste that. All in all it was very nice! I would recommend it and so far after hunting several places in Florida this was the best experience. They offer other hunts so go look the website over. I have to give a shout out to my Guide Walker. The youngster worked hard for me and I appreciate it. Mike the cook threw down a good fish fry . Going again this October for more Hogs ! Great place great people great experience

Had a wonderful experience at the lodge over the holiday weekend. The owners are amazing and…read morecatered to all our needs. We went on the Eco tour and got to see the wildlife and the amazing property. We did skeet shooting as a family and other went on the hunts. The rooms are clean and cozy and the beds are very soft. The meals are first class and the chef is great. Ended our days by the fire pit with family. It was a great trip and will definitely be back and recommend to our friends.

This venue, the owner and staff were absolutely awesome! The venue is pristine! The bridal room was…read morelike a beauty shop and lounge and had all of the amenities you could hope for. The groom's cabin was perfect for the guys! The outdoor wedding venue was quaint...getting married under a great oak tree and other nature was beautiful. The covered patio area was very classy for cocktails and hors d' oeuvres between the service and reception and for relaxing conversations outside of the reception barn. The owner and staff were super organized and guided us through planning our entire wedding. They offered suggestions for items we didn't think of. They offered suggestions for vendors...our guests gave rave reviews for the food! Our DJ was awesome and kept things moving professionally and with courtesy! We highly recommend this venue!

My brother got married here last year and it was amazing. The service is amazing and the people are…read moreloving, caring and kind. They go above and beyond to make it special. highly recommend to get married here!!!

Food was great. My kid said the burger was the best ever and the recommended cocktail was also…read moreterrific. The server was really intuitive and helpful. She was knowledgeable and polite. Food came out fast-. The only thing I didn't love was I felt the bowl of soup serving was really light. I had filled up on the homemade bread and could only eat about a third of the bowl. When we packed the rest to come home for dinner it wasn't even 3/4 full in the ~estimated~ 1 cup to go container. The soup bowl was very shallow. I think the serving could have been heartier. Reservations likely needed. We were there on a mid weekday and it was pretty packed. It was a drive for us but we will be back.

This is a beautiful place and a great idea for a farm restaurant, its a whole experience so…read moresomething great to enjoy with family and friends. Our server was ok and in general the service was good, maybe can improve a little on the timing and explanations provided but more than anything it was a little hard to get the attention of our server sometimes. We went for brunch and there were good options and food was average... the highlights of the meal were: The Sourdough bread with honey butter and preserves and the outdoor bar with delicious cocktails and the best bartender (Jackson). The farm part is also fun but is very small only a few animals. It's cool you can buy drinks and walk with them while you enjoy the farm. It was a fun activity to do on our vacation but if we want to do it again we might try to go for lunch or another farm with similar option.

From the moment we walked in until we left everything was perfect…read more The restaurant is in tuned to making your experience wonderful. We had reservations and were seated promptly. Lemon with water was presented to us right away. From that point on we were well cared for. The food was excellent. The plate presentation was gorgeous and the food well prepared. All four of the meals that were ordered were out of this world.

Cute restaurant. Loved the decor. Quiet quaint location. The front of house greeter was just the…read moresweetest, smiling at us through the window as we approached the entrance. So welcoming! We were quickly lead to a table way in the back but facing a glass window allowing us a nice view of the lake. Our waitress was not the best....drinks took a bit to arrive, bread was provided halfway through drinks, right before our food arrived, and we felt kind of rushed. My husband was really bothered by the smell of fish. It wasn't the pleasant smell of a nice fish dish cooking, more like the smell of raw fish in a fish shop. I noticed it but it didn't get to me like it affected him. The food was good, but nothing memorable. There isn't a lot of Gluten Free options. I never hold that against any restaurant just thought I'd mention it for us unfortunate folks that can't have Gluten. If we happened to be in the area we'd probably go back for drinks and apps at the bar but would make a special trip.

We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about The Venue at Mudge Ranch!…read more Choosing a venue that offered everything in one place was so important to my husband and me. We live in Tennessee, while most of our family and friends are in Florida, so having our rehearsal, ceremony, and reception all at the same beautiful location made everything so much easier. We loved that the property was gorgeous and peaceful, yet still close to everything our guests needed. Having separate areas to get ready was also such a special part of the day and made those moments before the ceremony so much more enjoyable. This venue also holds a very special place in our hearts. We had my husband's Ma B's Celebration of Life there, and my sister-in-law's wedding was also held there. So being able to have our wedding at the same place where our family had already shared such meaningful moments made it incredibly special to us. We were able to add another beautiful memory to a place that already meant so much to our family. The staff was absolutely amazing from start to finish. We somehow managed to have what felt like Florida's coldest weekend in history! But the team went above and beyond to help us navigate the weather and make sure our day was still everything we dreamed it would be. What meant the most was how much time they put into the little details. They genuinely cared about making everything come together and making our day feel personal and special. We are so grateful we chose The Venue at Mudge Ranch. The beautiful property, the incredible staff, and the memories we made there will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for helping make one of the most important weekends of our lives so unforgettable!

From the owner: In 1996, my parents, Tim and Patty Mudge, dreamed of opening their own cattle ranch, and so Mudge…read moreRanch was born. Today, three generations live and work together breeding cattle, growing hay, and maintaining this charming, 10,000 square foot facility. Years later, after celebrating several family weddings on site, I dreamed of a unique space in which more brides and grooms could tie the knot, and so The Venue was added to Mudge Ranch. Hi there! I am Becky Mudge Black and The Venue truly is my dream come true. Along with my husband, Jeremy, and brother, Chad, we have created a perfect place for any event, a rustic barn built on a foundation of pride, passion, and love. Our facility is much more than an operational farm these days; it is a venue in which dreams come true even before you say "I do". Beautifully maintained and offering a variety of picturesque views, The Venue at Mudge Ranch is sure to be the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.

Everything was beautiful inside. Perfect place to have any kind of party. The staff were very…read moreaccommodating and able to meet our needs.

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