😂 Kevin Nealon

Thursday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18, 6:30 and 8:50 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, 6:30 and 8:50 p.m., McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota

The longtime “Saturday Night Live” cast member, former “Weekend Update” anchor and “Weeds” actor brings his quietly off-kilter stand-up to Sarasota for five performances. Guests must be 18 or older, and there’s a two-item minimum per person. Tickets are $47. For tickets or more information, click here.

☕ Tea Time

Thursday, Sept. 17-Friday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m., Urbanite Theatre, 1487 Second St., Sarasota

Erika MacDonald turns a seemingly simple lesson in brewing tea into a funny, moving solo performance about time, attention and the value of pausing for a moment. Tickets are $33, $28 for guests under 40 and $5 for students with valid ID. For tickets or more information, click here.

💀 Dead Set Florida

Friday, Sept. 18, 7-10 p.m., Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse, 19 East Road, Sarasota

Dead Set Florida sends the Grateful Dead’s wandering jams rolling through Stottlemyer’s open-air tiki bar during an evening of live music, barbecue and dancing. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🧚 Fairy Festival at The NEST

Saturday, Sept. 19, 9 a.m.-noon, The NEST at Robinson Preserve, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton

Robinson Preserve gets a little extra enchantment during a family morning of miniature hikes, fairy-home building, crafts and storytime. Costumes and wings are encouraged, and the activities are designed for families with children ages 2-10. No reservations are required. This event is free. For more information, click here.

📚 Queerlastic Book Fair

Saturday, Sept. 19, noon-4 p.m., 925 Maddox Gallery, 925 N. Lime Ave., Sarasota

The colorful school book fairs of the ’80s and ’90s get a queer revival with LGBTQ+ literature, regional authors and tables filled with artwork, zines, prints, stickers and other creations by local makers. All ages are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food for the community pantry. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🎨 Echoes of Sarasota Opening Reception

Thursday, Sept. 17, 4-6 p.m., Sarasota City Hall, 1565 First St., Sarasota

Mural-scale artworks trace more than a century of Sarasota history, pairing local scenes and archival imagery with light refreshments and a virtual tour. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🎸 Damon Fowler

Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Encore Live, 8341 Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota

Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Damon Fowler folds electric blues, Southern rock, country and soul into a rootsy sound known for fiery guitar work and a touch of swampy swagger. Tickets start at $10 each. For tickets or more information, click here or for reservations, call (941) 373-7976.

😂 Laughs & Courses: A Comedy Dinner Party

Friday, Sept. 18, 7-10 p.m., Grove Ballroom, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch, Manatee County

Three stand-up sets arrive between three dinner courses, giving the usual comedy-club format a full-service upgrade. The evening is for guests 21 and older. Tickets are $125. For tickets or more information, click here.

🎭 In the Wake of Life

Friday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m., Tree Fort Productions, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

Six short plays examine death, grief, love and human connection, followed by a facilitated audience conversation after each performance. Tickets are $40. For tickets or more information, click here.

🛍️ Community Yard Sale

Saturday, Sept. 19, 8 a.m.-noon, City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port

Treasure hunters can browse tables of gently used household goods, clothing, décor and handmade wares. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🎨 St. Armands Circle Art Festival with Craft Marketplace

Saturday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Armands Circle Park, 1 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota

More than 175 artists and craftspeople fill the Circle with paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and other handmade finds during this two-day outdoor showcase. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🤥 Pinocchio

Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Keating Theatre at Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota

The famously fib-prone puppet encounters magic, mischief and a few hard truths in a lively 50-minute adaptation for young theatergoers and their grown-ups. Tickets start at $12. For tickets or more information, click here.

🤘 In Gloom EP Release: “The Swamp”

Saturday, Sept. 19, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Oscura, 816 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton

Heavy music takes over Oscura as In Gloom marks the arrival of “The Swamp” with a bill of metal and hardcore acts. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 Day-Of-Show. For tickets or more information, click here.

🐉 Hibachi Express Nokomis Anniversary and Lion Dance

Sunday, Sept. 20, 10-11:30 a.m., Hibachi Express Nokomis, 1095 N. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, Sarasota County

The restaurant marks its first anniversary with an outdoor Chinese lion dance, a colorful tradition associated with good fortune and prosperity. Snacks and lemonade go on sale at 10 a.m. and the dance begins at 11 a.m. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🤘 Kuarantine with Chris Jericho

Sunday, Sept. 20, 5 p.m., Joyland, 8333 Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota

Wrestling star and Fozzy frontman Chris Jericho leads Kuarntine through deep cuts from KISS’ gloriously excessive ’80s era, with an Iron Maiden tribute and a preshow professional-wrestling exhibition adding even more spandex to the spectacle. Admission is $20 to $40. For tickets or more information, click here.

🎹 Musical Treats

Monday, Sept. 21, 7 p.m., Solis Hall, 19745 Wellen Park Blvd., Venice

Michelle Kasanofsky and Kristofer Geddie pair piano and vocals in an intimate cabaret of Broadway favorites, enduring standards and musical-theater surprises. Tickets are $25. For tickets or more information, click here.

🎻 Music in the Galleries with Sarasota Orchestra

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 5:15-7 p.m., Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

A string quartet performs among more than 100 Sol LeWitt prints, connecting the artist’s precise visual rhythms with music by Bach, Mozart and Philip Glass. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. and the performance runs from 6 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 for members and $55 for nonmembers. For tickets or more information, click here.

🌱 Demonstration Garden Tour

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay St., Osprey

Walk through a demonstration garden filled with Florida-friendly landscaping ideas that can be adapted for home gardens and commercial spaces. Registration is required. This event is free. For more information, click here.

🎯 Suncoast Cornhole Classic

Friday, Sept. 18-Sunday, Sept. 20, tournament times vary, Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd., Palmetto

Players of different ages and skill levels take aim during three days of singles, doubles, blind-draw and specialty competitions, capped by Saturday’s team championship with a guaranteed $10,000 payout. Registration ranges from $20 per player to $120 per team, depending on the division. For tickets or more information, click here.

🎷 Allison Nash & Friends

Friday, Sept. 18, 7-9:30 p.m., 41st Street Music Patch, 5701 41st St. E., Bradenton

Allison Nash and four fellow St. Petersburg-area musicians settle into an evening of melodic jazz, jazz-adjacent tunes and easygoing musical interplay in an intimate outdoor setting. Tickets start at $28.52. For tickets or more information, click here.

🩰 HD at the Opera House: Don Quixote

Sunday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m., Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

The Royal Ballet’s colorful screen production turns Cervantes’ wandering knight into a lively mix of comedy, romance and bravura dancing set to Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the screening. For tickets or more information, click here.

✨ GLOW Party at Venue 1927 with DJ Gabe Vibe

Saturday, Sept. 19, 9 p.m., Venue 1927 Event Center, 1927 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota

DJ Gabe Vibe supplies a high-energy soundtrack while immersive lighting, glowing visuals, crowd interactions and giveaways turn the dance floor neon. The party is open to guests 18 and older. Tickets start at $13.39. For tickets or more information, click here.