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The new Coquina Beach Market is year-round at South Coquina Beach, 1800 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays and from noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. Visit CoquinaBeachMarket.org.
The Island Players, at 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, presents the play “Later Life,” a comedy-drama about rekindling a romance that began 30 years prior. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $18-$30. Visit TheIslandPlayers.org.
Enjoy yard games, music and plenty of food trucks from 5-9 p.m. at North Jetty Park, 1000 S. Casey Key Road, Nokomis. Admission is free. Continues Dec. 1. Visit SCGov.net.
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ferrari Drivers SRQ will host its annual event in St. Armands Circle. Admission is free. To show a Ferrari, there is a minimum donation of $50. Money raised at the event will go to Flight to the North Pole Inc. to help critically ill children experience a holiday-season surprise. Visit StArmandsCircleAssoc.com.
From 8 a.m. to noon at Siesta Key Village, 5104 Ocean Blvd., the Siesta Key Farmers Market features a variety of vendors selling produce, rum, bread, wellness products, artwork, natural candles and more. Continues every Sunday. Visit Instagram.com/SiestaKeyFarmersMarket.
Siesta Beach closes out the weekends with a friendly and lively drum circle right outside the main parking area, at 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key. Peace and solace are good, but when you've had your fill, head over for a communal music space that has recurred weekly since about 1996. Bring a drum and join, or stand outside of the circle and enjoy the growing beat as the sun sets. Starts an hour before sunset every Sunday. Visit SiestaKey.com.
From 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday through May 7, the Anna Maria Farmers Market at the City Pier Park, 103 N. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, features a focus on Southwest Florida-based goods and produce. Visit AnnaMariaIsland.com.
Individual sculptors and duos will compete over the weekend for the most impressive sand sculpture. Watch the 24 artists work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday, and vote for your favorite sculptures with wooden tokens available for purchase. One-day viewing admission tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and military, and $6 for children. Event parking is $55; the free Siesta Key Breeze Trolley runs to and from Siesta Key Village and Turtle Beach. The Barefoot Beach Bar Party Tent will be open each day with free admission. Live music, sand sculpting lessons and demonstrations will be throughout the festival. Visit SiestaKeyCrystalClassic.com.
Honor the Longboat Key veterans at the Rotary Club of Longboat Key’s annual Veterans Day Celebration. Local veterans are honored with music, flags, food, gifts and guest speakers. Donations will go toward supporting veterans. Details to come. Visit LongboatKeyRotary.org.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at St. Armands Circle, stroll through booths of fine art from 200 local and national artists. Artwork for sale includes sculpture, fine jewelry, paintings, glasswork, hand-crafted apparel and decor. Admission is free. Visit ArtFestival.com.
Start your day on the water with Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, at 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, City Island. Morning kayak tours, from 8:30-10 a.m., are guided through Sarasota Bay and across seagrass beds. Keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees and other wildlife that make up the bay’s ecosystem. Participants must be at least 12 years old. Cost is $45 or $40.50 for Mote members. Continues Dec. 10. Visit Mote.org.
The annual Englewood Beach Waterfest weekend kicks off with the PowerUp Pre-Race Party on Thursday; details to come. Enjoy food, drinks and live music while seeing the boats up close at the block party from 5-10 p.m. Friday on Dearborn Street in Englewood. Saturday and Sunday are race days, with at least 75 boats running 150 mph. Gates open at 9 a.m., and the World Championships for OPA Racing begin at 10 a.m. Waterfest will include exhibits at Family Conservation Center, children’s activities and a food court. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on site. Visit EnglewoodBeachWaterfest.com.
Board the Marina Jack II for an afternoon cruise to hear Jazz Club of Sarasota perform throughout Sarasota Bay. Boarding begins at 1:20 p.m. before the cruise leaves at 2 p.m. from Marina Plaza, 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota. Cost is $40 or $35 for Jazz Club members. Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
Siesta Key’s annual holiday event returns from 5-9 p.m. The parade begins at 5:30 p.m. at Avenida del Mare and Beach Road and travels north on Beach Road onto Ocean Boulevard into the Village. Following the parade, Santa will arrive at Siesta Center Plaza, 5063 Ocean Blvd., to greet kids and take photos. Admission is free. Visit SiestaKeyChamber.com.
Take your kayaking adventures to the next level with Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, at 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, City Island. Explore the coastal waters while discovering the Sarasota Bay nightlife — wildlife, that is. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Cost is $45 or $40.50 for Mote members. Continues Nov. 28, Dec. 26 and Dec. 27. Begins around 5:30 p.m., depending on sunset. Visit Mote.org.
Kick off the holiday season at St. Armands Circle. A special performance starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by the annual Christmas carol singalong at 6 p.m., which ends with Santa’s arrival. Enjoy the tree-lighting ceremony, pictures with Santa, live music and special store promotions around the Circle until 9 p.m. Admission is free. Donations of new and unwrapped toys will be accepted at a toy drive. Visit StArmandsCircleAssoc.com.
Anna Maria Island’s annual Mistletoe Market has moved to Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, browse handmade arts, jewelry, crafts and unique gifts from artisan vendors. Visit DaniellesBlueRibbonEvents.com.
The annual seafood fest returns to Siesta Beach with local restaurants, fresh seafood and plenty of music. The festival runs noon to 9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Visit ParagonFestivals.com.
The annual holiday-themed event returns to The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave. Enjoy crafts, games, performances and visiting with Santa. Details to come. Visit CenterAMI.org.
The Longboat Key Kiwanis Club's annual Lawn Party returns to City Island for the second year. From noon to 2 p.m., taste dishes from local restaurants and bid on silent auction items while enjoying live music. Details to come. Visit LBKLawnParty.org.
Temple Beth Israel, at 567 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, hosts Chanukah Dinner at 7 p.m following the 5:30 p.m. Shabbat services. on the second night of the Holiday of Lights. Enjoy the singing of traditional Hanukkah songs, dinner and the lighting of the menorahs. Visit LongboatKeyTemple.org.
The 47th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run run returns to Siesta Beach. The 1-mile fun run begins at 8 a.m., and the 5K begins at 8:20 a.m. The participation fee is $35 for adults and $22 for youth. Pre-registered participants will receive an event T-shirt. Visit SCGov.net.
Enjoy a concert at The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave. Details to come. The series continues Jan. 14 and 26. Visit CenterAMI.org.
Suncoast Charities for Children and Marina Jack present the 37th annual Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on Sarasota Bay. Viewing is recommended from Bayfront Park, 5 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, and Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota. The parade begins at 6 p.m., and the awards presentation will be at 8 p.m. at Marina Jack. Boat registration is available online. The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring a new and unwrapped toy or book for donation to Suncoast Charities for Children. Visit SuncoastCharitiesForChildren.org.
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Suncoast Motorsports hosts its annual event in St. Armands Circle. Spectacular Porsche cars from across the state will be on display. Admission is free. Visit StArmandsCircleAssoc.com.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town Center Green, 600 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, browse the wares of dozens of local vendors, including produce, art and home goods. Admission is free. Continues Jan. 15, Feb. 12, March 11 and April 15. Call 941-316-1999, ext. 1111.
Santa Claus will be at Daiquiri Deck, 1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, from 3-5 p.m. to visit and take pictures. Each child will receive a small gift. Visit SiestaKeyChamber.com.
Ring in the new year with a fireworks display over Sarasota Bay. Advance reservations for Marina Jack are required. The best viewing is from Bayfront Park, 5 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, and Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota. The fireworks show, organized by Suncoast Charities for Children and Marina Jack, will begin at approximately 11:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit SuncoastCharitiesForChildren.org.
The Island Players, at 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, presents Agatha Christie’s murder-mystery “The Mousetrap.” Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $18-$30. Visit TheIslandPlayers.org.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at City Field, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, browse jewelry, ceramics, mixed media, bath and body products, and other work from artisan vendors. Visit DaniellesBlueRibbonEvents.com.
The seventh annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk will be at Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key. Andrew Monroe was an avid soccer player, and the proceeds from the annual race go toward a scholarship fund for senior soccer players at Riverview High School, track and JROTC members. The 5K will begin at 8:15 a.m., and the 1-mile walk will begin at 8:20 a.m. Registration is $35. The first 400 registrants receive goodie bags. Visit RunSignup.com.
From 4-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at St. Armands Circle, enjoy diverse food trucks and lively music. Admission is free. Visit ParagonFestivals.com.
The women of Temple Beth Israel hold their annual fashion show. Details to come. Visit LongboatKeyTemple.org.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at St. Armands Circle, stroll through booths of fine art from local and national artists. Artwork for sale includes sculpture, fine jewelry, paintings, glasswork, hand-crafted apparel and decor. Admission is free. Visit ArtFestival.com.
