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Arts + Entertainment | Things to Do

Tania Vergara Dance Theater will stage a free performance of "HuMangrove" on Saturday, July 25, at Selby LIbrary.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 21, 2026
The best things to do this weekend in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties for July 23-29.

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Sarasota Contemporary Dance presents an In-The-Round performance at its home studio.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 14, 2026
The best things to do this week in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events July 16-22 around Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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Mahjong was the contest of choice for many attendees at the Go for the Cure games day.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • July 8, 2026
Mahjong tournament coming to Longboat Key

A new two-day mahjong tournament is coming to Longboat Key this July.

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  • Neighbors
Strings Con Brio is slated to perform on July 16 at Temple Beth Israel. The group's repertoire spans the early 18th century to today.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • July 7, 2026
Classical string group to make Longboat Key performance debut

Temple Beth Israel will host a show by Strings Con Brio that spans three centuries of musical innovation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Marvin: A Marvin Gaye Revue" plays Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe from July 15-24.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 7, 2026
The best things to do this week in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events July 9-15 around Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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Tania Vergara Dance Theater will stage a free performance of "HuMangrove" on Saturday, July 25, at Selby LIbrary.
  • July 21, 2026
The best things to do this weekend in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat
2
Linda R. McKee, retired chief librarian of The Ringling, and Deborah W. Walk, retired chief circus curator, have written a book about a mysterious painting known as the "Greta Garbo Vermeer."
  • July 20, 2026
Two sleuths track the mystery of the 'Greta Garbo Vermeer'
3
Logan Shaw, Wolfe Shaw, Michael Garey and Calvin Shaw, the team behind the new M & W Sweet Spot frozen treat shop on Longboat Key, showcase a variety of their offerings, including frozen custard sandwiches and drinks.
  • July 15, 2026
From frozen custard to soft serve, Longboat's treats help locals stay cool
4
An interior view of Lynn Goldsmith's "Shared Light" photo exhibition in the Richard and Ellen Sandor Museum of Botany & the Arts at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
  • July 15, 2026
Selby Gardens exhibit showcases rock 'n' roses
5
Whitney’s Restaurant on the north end of Longboat Key is planning to expand to the office building next door, pictured to the right.
  • July 15, 2026
Whitney's restaurant plans expansion

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