This weekend in Sarasota: Friday, July 31

By Nick Friedman
| 2:22 p.m. July 31, 2015

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

FRIDAY, JULY 31

+ Perq Summer Social — takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Perq Coffee Bar, 1821 Hillview St. Free.

Perq is staying open late.

Enjoy an after-hours experience at this Southside Village coffee bar at its second summer social. The night will feature live music by Nathanael Hyer and Kristopher James, tacos from Mouthole BBQ and a party atmosphere.

SATURDAY, AUG. 1

+ Fruitville Gecko’s Anniversary Summer Bash— takes place at 4 p.m. at Gecko’s Fruitville, 451 N. Cattlemen Road. Free.

Gecko’s Grill and Pub is celebrating the first anniversary of its Fruitville location with a summer bash.

Event will feature live music by Russ Rhymer and Kettle of Fish as well as drink specials, a party atmosphere and more. Summer beach-wear encouraged for a special prize.

SUNDAY, AUG. 2

+ Trash Fish Dinner — takes place at 5:30 p.m. at Louie’s Modern, 1289 N. Palm Ave. $125.

This second annual event, designed to promote sustainability and education in seafood, sold out in no time. But don’t worry if you weren’t lucky enough to snag a ticket.

Guests can still meet the chefs and have the chance to win one of four remaining tickets to the dinner at Saturday night’s pre-party at Libby’s L-Bar. Meet the chefs, try some light bites and learn about the cause.