Sarasota calendar 4.14.16

Business

Thursday, April 21 
Meet the Minds: Florida State Senate Candidate Forum
Starts at 11:30 a.m. at The Francis, 1289 N. Palm Ave. Hear from the candidates for the open seat being vacated by Florida Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice: former State Rep. Doug Holder; former County Commissioner Nora Patterson and current Rep. Greg Steube, R-Sarasota. Visit argusfoundation.org.

Community 

Friday, April 15 to Sunday, April 17 
Suncoast Boat Show
Runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza. Hundreds of exhibitors and boat dealers will showcase their finest boats, ranging from fishing boats to cruisers, runabouts, motor yachts and more at the 34th annual boat show. For information, visit Facebook.com/SunCoastBoatShow.

Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16
InShore Slam Fishing Tournament
Runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at Historic Spanish Point, 337 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey. First and second place prizes of $1,000 and $500 will be awarded for redfish, trout and snook categories. The weekend starts with dinner at the captain's meeting, along with a silent auction Friday. Saturday is the All Bait Fun Tournament with check-in from 3 to 4 p.m. Registration is $95 per angler. Fee includes tournament shirt, Tervis tumbler and dinner at the captain's meeting. Visit historicspanishpoint.org

Friday, April 15 to Sunday, April 17
Multicultural Earth Festival 
Runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd. The first Sarasota Multicultural Earth Festival is hosted by the Sarasota Native American Indian Festival community and will feature dance, music, food, culture and a focus on eco-consciousness, as well as learning about world cultures. Tickets are $8 for adults; $3 for  ages 6 to 12; free for children under 5. Visit sarasotamulticulturalearthfestival.com.

Saturday, April 16 to Sunday, April 17
Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show
Runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail. The Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show will feature dealers from around the country selling gems, jewelry, beads, crystals and more. Admission is $4. Visit frankcoxproductions.com. 

Saturday, April 16 to Sunday, April 17
Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival 
Runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Main Street. Find jewelry and pottery, ceramics plus photography, as well as painting and clothing. Admission is free. Visit artfestival.com. 

Saturday, April 16 
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Starts at 5 p.m. at the Sarasota Children’s Garden, 1670 10th Way. The March 19 event was rescheduled due to weather. This Easter egg hunt starts with drinks and appetizers before attendees search for eggs with prizes that include trips and sculptures. Tickets are $45 for members; $50 for nonmembers. Visit sarasotachildrensgarden.com. 

Monday, April 18 
Wine & Cheese Event
Runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Bayfront Community Center, 803 N. Tamiami Trail. The Democratic Club of Sarasota hosts the off-Broadway Actress Barbara Bates Smith and musician, Jeff Sebens, present a dramatization of Doris "Granny D" Haddock's 3,200-mile walking journey across America in 2000 for campaign finance reform. Wine, beer and light bites will be provided. Admission is $25. Reservations are required. Visit sarasotadems.org. 

Wednesday, April 20 
Sarasota Tiger Bay Club 
Starts at 11:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East, 1212 East Ave. S. Join the Sarasota Tiger Bay Club for the monthly luncheon with a legislative update panel that includes Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice, Rep. Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, Rep. Julio Gonzalez, R-Bradenton, and Rep. Ray Pilon, R-Sarasota. Registration is $23 for members; $28 for guests. Call Kim Noyes at 925-2970. 

Sunday, April 24 
Family Spring Fling 
Runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail. The event includes valuable safety information, face painting, a bounce house and food. Admission is free. Call 365-1277.