Dream Homes 2017

Five jaw-dropping interiors, 10 condos to die for and the world's coolest pool. Five jaw-dropping interiors, 10 condos to die for and the world's coolest pool. Plus: pamper your pooch—dog yoga, facials, classes, treatments and more.

In this issue:

Arts & Entertainment

Heat Index

The Ultimate Frisbee Championships Return to Sarasota

It's the 49th annual celebration.

09/27/2017 By Hannah Wallace

Mutt-opia

A Dog's Guide to Sarasota

The ultimate canine compendium.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke

The Spoils of War

Lawyer Don Burris Helps Rescue Art Looted by the Nazis

Burris helped recover an iconic Gustav Klimt painting stolen from Maria Altmann's family by the Nazis. He'll give a talk about the case on Oct. 23.

09/27/2017 By Kay Kipling

Ready for RIAF

Preview: Ringling International Arts Festival

Hot tickets at this month’s festival at The Ringling.

09/27/2017 By Kay Kipling

Eat & Drink

Made in SRQ

Meet the Makers of Kombucha 221 BC

An ancient tea is made right here at home.

09/27/2017 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Review

Review: Italian Tradition Opens in the Rosemary District

Italian Tradition takes over the space formerly occupied by Pomona.

09/27/2017 By Marsha Fottler

Mutt-opia

Six Dog-Friendly Sarasota Eateries

We get it: It’s hard to leave your pup alone at his food bowl when you head out for a night on the town. Here’s a sampling of spots where you can chow down with your chowhound.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke

Local, Local, Local

Eat Local Week Highlights Our Area's Food Resources

Learn about what's available in our own backyard during this seventh annual celebration of all things local.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald

Fashion & Shopping

Heat Index

How to Get the Bohemian Look in Your Home and in Your Wardrobe

The Bohemian bravura of the ’60s and ’70s is enlivening runways—and home interiors. Whether you prefer the soft, subtle side or like to boldly layer prints and textures, it’s all about the gypsy vibe.

09/27/2017 By Alicia King Robinson

Mutt-opia

Four Must-Have Gifts for Your Dog

Your pooch will be the top dog in town thanks to these fab finds.

09/27/2017 By Heather Dunhill

Home & Real Estate

One Cool Pool

A New Anna Maria Home Makes a Splash

Trust us, you don't want to miss this pool.

09/27/2017 By Ilene Denton

Out of Sight

What Happened to the Idea of Affordable Downtown Housing?

Downtown Sarasota is in the midst of a building boom while also facing a critical affordable housing shortage.

09/27/2017 By Susan Burns

Only in Sarasota

Only in Sarasota: Hiss Studios, Lido Shores

This month: an iconic local midcentury structure.

09/27/2017 By John Pirman

Real Estate Junkie

Which Sarasota Condo is Right for You?

Out of our Real Estate Junkie blogger’s 10 favorite buildings, which one is your perfect match?

09/27/2017 By Robert Plunket

Interior Design Awards

Meet the Winners of Our 2017 Interior Design Awards

Meet the winners of our 2017 Interior Design Awards.

09/27/2017 By Ilene Denton

Building a Day

Great Florida Architecture in Your Inbox

Center for Architecture Florida's daily newsletter will feature some iconic Florida work.

09/21/2017 By Ilene Denton

News & City Life

Honk!

Five Migraine Inducing Intersections—and What to Do About Them

We've identified the region's most horrific traffic hot spots.

09/28/2017 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Charting the Charters

Essential Info About Sarasota County's 11 Charter Schools

Educate yourself about Sarasota County’s 11 charter schools.

09/27/2017 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Food Forest

Rolf Hanson Starts Sarasota County Schools' First Sustainable Food Forest

At Bay Haven elementary school, learning grows on trees.

09/27/2017 By Rick Morgan

Road Warrior

When Should a Senior Citizen Stop Driving?

A 76-year-old puts his skills to the test.

09/27/2017 By Robert Bowden

Burning Question

How Can Sarasota Attract More Young People?

We take to the streets to find out.

09/27/2017 By Katherine Flanders, Stephanie Hagan, and Rick Morgan

Quiet Victory

A Small Mennonite Congregation Breaks LGBT Barriers

Eight years ago, Sarasota's Covenant Mennonite Fellowship was threatened with excommunication for having a gay pastor.

09/27/2017 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Mutt-opia

Puparazzi: These Pups Steal the Spotlight

Meet Stella, Max and Belle.

09/27/2017

Mutt-opia

Pamper Your Pooch With These Local Shops and Artists

Local services to sit up and bark about.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke

Mutt-opia

Elaborate Pet Funeral Services Aren't Uncommon in Sarasota-Manatee

You'll find everything from traditional Jewish burials to circus-themed celebrations of life.

09/27/2017 By Pam Daniel

Mutt-opia

There's an Activity for Every Dog—and Every Activity Level—in Sarasota-Manatee

From dog yoga to flyball, keep your pet active with these local classes.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke

Mutt-opia

Behind the Scenes at Doggie Day Care

We shadowed Meghan Farrell's mixed-breed dog River at Camp Bow Wow to get an insider glimpse.

09/27/2017 By Emma Burke

Mutt-opia

Top County Parks to Take Your Dog

There are so many dog-friendly parks in Sarasota-Manatee.

09/27/2017 By Staff

Mutt-opia

Dog Yoga, Massage and More: How to Keep Your Pup Healthy and Happy

Your pooch will love these stressbusters and wellness boosters.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke

Mutt-opia

Your Canine Calendar

Check out these pupcoming events.

09/27/2017 By Emma Burke

Mr. Chatterbox

Revisiting the Confederacy at Ellenton's Gamble Mansion

Maybe it’s time for the State of Florida to rethink how it is presenting history at the Gamble Plantation.

09/27/2017 By Robert Plunket

Mutt-opia

There are a Plethora of Pet Boarding Options in Sarasota

Can’t take your best friend to work with you? No problem. Sarasota's got tons of doggie day care options that’ll make your pooch feel right at home. Here are a few.

09/27/2017 By Megan McDonald and Emma Burke