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By 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.

By 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.

By 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.

By Janet Combs
February 12, 2024

Selby Gardens continues 50th anniversary celebration at Orchid Ball: Infinity

The event also opened the gardens' new exhibit, "Yayoi Kusama: A letter to Georgia O'Keeffe."

By Janet Combs
February 9, 2024

Norwegian guest conductor Rune Bergmann wows Masterworks 5 dinner crowd

The Sarasota Orchestra's pre-concert dinner previewed the "Smoke and Fire" concert starting Feb. 9.

By Janet Combs
February 5, 2024

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast celebrates 20 years in paradise

The Party in Paradise fundraiser welcomed more than 350 guests to the land trust's headquarters.

By Janet Combs
February 4, 2024

Circus Gala gives guests the royal treatment

The Circus Arts Conservatory's Royal Gala theme wowed attendees with a night of performances, dinner and dancing.

By Janet Combs
January 29, 2024

Sarasota Police Foundation holds annual SRQ Blue & White Gala

The foundation recognized several individuals on the force with awards during the evening.

By Janet Combs
January 8, 2024

Perlman Music Program celebrates 20 years with a concert and dinner

The annual program, founded by Toby Perlman and directed by famed violinist Itzhak Perlman, continues its legacy.

By Janet Combs
January 8, 2024

Venice Symphony transports guests to Italy with 50th anniversary gala

The Venetian Nights Gala thanked patrons for all their support since the symphony's founding in 1974.

By Janet Combs
January 8, 2024

2023 debutantes make their entrance with grace, charm and poise

The 42nd annual Debutante Ball unveiled the year's class while benefiting youth programs of the Sarasota Orchestra.

By Janet Combs
January 2, 2024

Selby Gardens dazzles NYE with lights, ballet, front-row seats to fireworks

Guests rang in 2024 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens with an elegant evening packed with fun.

By Janet Combs
December 8, 2023

SPARCC luncheon gathers toys just in time for the holidays

The annual holiday tradition gathers gifts, gift cards and toys for the smallest survivors of domestic violence in the community.

By Janet Combs
November 21, 2023

Sarasota goes head over heels at Wine, Women & Shoes

Forty Carrots' annual event didn't disappoint on the footwear, fashion or fun.

By Janet Combs
November 16, 2023

Pines shares wit and wisdom at annual luncheon

Nonprofit senior care center Pines of Sarasota Foundation also celebrated its 75th anniversary with the event.

By Janet Combs
November 15, 2023

Aviva Senior Living keeps the dream alive for seniors

The Jewish senior living community raised funds at its annual dinner to ensure residents can stay in their homes if their funds are diminished.

By Janet Combs
November 14, 2023

WBTT supporters get on the Soul Train again

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe returns to the '70s for its annual fundraiser.

By Janet Combs
November 14, 2023

Hermitage's Artful Lobster raises record-breaking $292,000

The 15th annual event set a new fundraising milestone to support Hermitage Artist Retreat's programs.

By Janet Combs
November 13, 2023

Sarasota Orchestra's annual brunch hits a high note

Musicians entertained guests at the organization's annual brunch Nov. 12.

By Janet Combs
November 7, 2023

Culinary feast supports trauma survivors at Resilient Retreat

The organization hosted its second annual Farm to Table event to support programming on its campus.

By Janet Combs
November 7, 2023

Attendees dig in at USF's Brunch on the Bay

Guests enjoyed picture-perfect weather for the annual event at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.

By Janet Combs
November 5, 2023

SPARCCle Gala comes to Selby Gardens

The Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center's annual event moved venues for a spectacular evening of dining and dancing.

By Janet Combs
November 5, 2023

Guests enjoy New England's finest at Rockin' Lobster

The 11th annual event served up sand, a beautiful sunset and fireside s'mores.

By Janet Combs
November 2, 2023

Runway show delights at Flip Flops & Fashion

The 16th annual event benefiting Children First was a perfect day at the beach.