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By Abby Weingarten
November 7, 2022

Sand sculptors amp up for the Crystal Classic

People come from around the region to marvel at the sensational sand sculptures, take sand sculpting lessons and enjoy the beach at the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
November 7, 2022

Sarasota Medieval Fair creates fantasy fun in Myakka City

A tomato toss was just one of the fun events at the annual festival at the Woods of Mallaranny.

East County
Neighbors

By Spencer Fordin
November 7, 2022

MOD Weekend celebrates architects at work in the tropics and beyond

Architects and scholars will tour local Sarasota homes and talk about what homes in tropical climates around the world have in common.

Arts + Entertainment
Visual Art

By Observer Staff
November 3, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: November 3

Gordon Silver captured this photo of a cardinal perched in an oak tree in Myakka River State Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
November 3, 2022

The best things to do this season on Siesta, Lido, Longboat keys

The don’t-miss events from around the keys in November, December and January.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Harry Sayer
November 1, 2022

Siesta Key plays host to Halloween trick or treaters

Kids dress up in their Oct. 31 best to make their rounds for candy.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 31, 2022

Dog lovers play up costumes in Sarasota's 14th annual Dog-O-Ween

Dozens showed up for the Halloween event in downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 29, 2022

Bazaar offers tricks and treats for Halloween

Kids picked up candy and played during the Bazaar's Halloween event in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
October 27, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: October 27

Jon Boscia captured these storm clouds looming over Sarasota from Golden Gate Point.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 25, 2022

Baby Basics of Sarasota celebrates fairy tales at annual luncheon

The annual luncheon was held Oct. 24.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 24, 2022

Fire teams compete at chili cook-off

Firefighters competed for the best recipe in the annual Morton's Firehouse Chili Cook-Off festival.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 23, 2022

RADD Night moves to the Bay

The latest event was held on Oct. 20.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer
October 21, 2022

Walsh named chair of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

Walsh is only the seventh woman to take on the role in 102 years.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff
October 20, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: October 20

Becky Edwards captured this honey bee on a flower in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 18, 2022

Sarasota nonprofits raise funds for hurricane victims

The nonprofit community has been active in collecting funds and passing along supplies to people in need.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood
October 17, 2022

"A little off the top''

Spooky scene plays out at a Sarasota hair salon.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 17, 2022

The Bay Park opens with 10 days of celebration

Locals flocked to the new park for a We The Kings concert, a food festival and more.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 16, 2022

Newtown hosts Big Mama's Collard Greens Festival

The annual festival made its return on Oct. 15.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
October 13, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: October 13

MaryAnn Tygh Parks captured this heron taking off over Celery Fields.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 11, 2022

Getting Away: Historic Spanish Point

The history-filled nature area reopened on Oct. 10.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 10, 2022

Families flock to Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

An annual tradition offers a lot more than just picking out a pumpkin.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
October 9, 2022

Sarasota's Fresh Friday event raises money for Hurricane Ian relief

The monthly event was held Oct. 7.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Miri Hardy
October 7, 2022

Extreme weather, like that of Hurricane Ian, affects region's wildlife

Though hurricanes are part of the natural environment, increasingly intense storms will likely make it more difficult for them to bounce back.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
October 6, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: October 6

Becky Edwards captured this sunset photo on Siesta Key public beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Youthful Aging Home Care
October 6, 2022

What's the Advantage of the Progressive Model of Home Health Care?

Sarasota
Neighbors

Pets, owners have a blessed day at Siesta Key church

Blessing of the Pets at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church is an annual tradition.

Sarasota
News

By Spencer Fordin
October 4, 2022

Van Wezel and Sarasota Orchestra team up for benefit concert

The storm is done, but the recovery is just beginning. And the Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are teaming up to raise money.

Arts + Entertainment
Music

By Observer Staff
October 1, 2022

See the impact of Hurricane Ian in Sarasota, Manatee

Heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds hit Sarasota and Manatee counties Wednesday, causing damage across the region.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff
September 29, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: September 29

MaryAnn Tygh Parks captured this mother and baby moorhen out for a swim in Celery Fields.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood
September 27, 2022

Airport officials: We're not a shelter

SRQ plans to shut down at 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood
September 24, 2022

JFCS relies on strong arms to raise money for mental health

Push for Mental Health attracts dozens to do hundreds of pushups for raise money to help youth, teens, adults and seniors.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
September 22, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: September 22

Becky Edwards took this close up photo of a flower in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
September 18, 2022

Sarasota Children's Garden embraces pirate life

Children had a lively time at the annual Talk Like A Pirate Day event.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
September 15, 2022

Sarasota weather page photo: September 15

Bill Hutchins captured this dolphin mid jump near Palm Island Resort on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
September 15, 2022

Longboat Key weather page photo: September 15

Leighton Allenby captured this black skimmer flying along the shore on Longboat Key beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer
September 15, 2022

Getting Away: Oscar Scherer State Park brings all the solitude you need

The Florida state park offers miles of trails, plenty of wildlife and waterways to kayak and snorkel.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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