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Ian Swaby
February 18, 2024

Motorcycles, charity roll into town with Thunder By the Bay

The event offered a place for bikers and community to gather while supporting organizations that help local children.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Janet Combs
February 18, 2024

An Unconventional Evening delivers an interactive Valentine

Sarasota Art Museum supporters celebrate the day of love at the museum, complete with a 1940s USO theme.

Black Tie

Janet Combs
February 18, 2024

Climate Adaption Center honors five nominees with Beacon Awards

The organization spotlighted the efforts of individuals in the community for their work in addressing climate change issues.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Janet Combs
February 18, 2024

Sarasota Orchestra celebrates 75 with a special concert and gala

Supporters gathered to celebrate the orchestra's 75th birthday, making it the longest running continuous symphony in Florida.

Black Tie

Gayle Williams
February 18, 2024

A 'Carmen' to make you fall in love again

Sarasota Opera's opening night of the Bizet crowd-pleaser exceeded expectations.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

Petra Rivera
February 17, 2024

Seaplace Condominiums host annual pancake breakfast

Residents enjoyed each other's company over pancakes, sausages, mimosas and beautiful weather.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Lesley Dwyer
February 17, 2024

Opa, St. Barbara Greek Festival is back in Sarasota

The annual Greek Glendi is in its 40th year and runs through Sunday at the St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.

East County
Neighbors

Jay Heater
February 17, 2024

Sisterhood for Good soars with Phantom at Sarasota Hyatt Regency

The themed fundraiser expected to raise major funds for Lakewood Ranch area non-profits.

East County
Neighbors

Matt Walsh
February 17, 2024

Commissioner James Satcher applies to be supervisor of elections

Retiring Supervisor Mike Bennett is recommending Scott Farrington, the office’s longtime chief of staff.

East County
News

Carter Weinhofer
February 17, 2024

All transformers now in hand for FPL undergrounding project

The project team recently received the remaining transformers for Phases 3 and 4 and will continue to finalize Phase 2.

Longboat Key
News

Andrew Warfield
February 17, 2024

Residents speak out against Ken Thompson Park proposal

Although the Ride Entertainment plan is not on its meeting agenda, several speakers implored the Parks Board to recommend against the proposal to activate the City Island park.

Sarasota
News

Mark Gordon
February 17, 2024

High-end whiskey-centric eatery leases downtown Sarasota spot

A high-end bar and restaurant company is planning its debut in Sarasota with a fine-dining, whiskey-infused location in a coveted second-floor spot on Main Street.