Sarasota calendar 12.24.15

Community

Friday, Dec. 25
Reindeer Games
Starts at 8:15 a.m. at Bobby Jones Golf Club, 1000 Circus Blvd. A non-competitive shotgun start will start on the British course at 8:45 a.m. The rate for 18 holes with a riding cart is $28. Players with a “Reindeer Games” receipt will receive a $3 discount on a $13 breakfast served by Mattison’s Grille on the Green. Call 954-4163.

Pinecraft Christmas Parade
Starts at 2 p.m. at the intersection of Beneva Road and Bahia Vista Street. The annual event draws more than 1,000 spectators to this Sarasota Amish and Mennonite Community for the parade. Admission is free. 

Sunday, Dec. 27 
Blue + You Movie Night
Starts at 6 p.m. at the west field of the Sarasota Police Department, 2099 Adams Lane.
The west field will open at 6 p.m., and "The Polar Express" will begin at 7 p.m. Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy the movie. Admission is free. Visit sarasotapd.org/blue-you.

Entertainment

Saturday, Dec. 26 to Tuesday, Dec. 29
Sailor Circus Holiday Spectacular
Times vary by performance at Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia Vista St. Celebrate the holiday season circus style with a wonderful family experience featuring students ages 8 to 18. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children ages 12 and under. Call 366-0156.

Thursday, Dec. 31
Starlight and Fire Family New Year’s Eve Party
Runs from 6 to 10 p.m. at Historic Spanish Point, 337 N. Tamiami Trail. The family-friendly gathering will include snow falling on the white cottage, bonfires, marshmallows over the fire, hot chocolate and crafts for children. Tickets are $8 for adult members; $4 for children members; $10 for nonmember adults; and $5 for nonmember children. Call 966-5214.

New Year’s Eve with WSLR
Starts at 8 p.m. at the Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court. Celebrate a family-friendly New Year's Eve with music, hat-making and performances by Renesito Avich and The Dram and other acts to be announced. Tickets are $10 in advance; $15 at the door; free for ages 16 and under. Visit sarasotapeacenter.org.
 

Fireworks on the Bay Celebration
Starts at midnight at Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza. The fifth annual event includes live music, plus dinner and entertainment packages available for purchase. This event benefits the Suncoast Charities for Children. Midnight. Cost is $149.95 per person. Call 365-4232.

Religion

Thursday, Dec. 24 
Christmas at Selby Five Points Park
Starts at 6:30 p.m. at Selby Five Points Park. The Shore Church invites the community to a Christmas Eve service. There will be music, lights and the telling of the Christmas story. Admission is free. Visit theshorechurch.com.