More Arts & Culture

Zero Empty Spaces

Rosemary District Artist Workspace Will Open to the Public Next Week

Zero Empty Spaces seeks to provide affordable studio rental space for artists of all levels.

07/01/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Holidays

Where to Watch Fireworks on the Fourth of July

After last year's festivities were cancelled due to the pandemic, celebrations are back with a literal bang.

06/30/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Fuel Up

Cars and Coffee on Cattlemen Brings Together Lovers of Unique Automobiles

The monthly event is hosted by Sarasota's Elite Motor Works.

06/30/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Superstar Athletes

Six Local Athletes Are Competing in the Tokyo Olympics

Meet the Sarasota natives competing in the 2021 Games.

06/29/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Things to do

Juneteenth Is This Saturday. Here Are Some Ways to Celebrate.

Enjoy music, food and more at Juneteenth celebrations taking place around Sarasota and Manatee counties this weekend.

06/15/2021 By Emma Lichtenstein

Walk and Shop

New Night Market Comes to Sarasota

Rosemary Night Market will take place at the Overton on the first Thursday of every month.

06/10/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: June 3-9

Pride Month celebrations, summer movies at Sarasota Opera House, a jazz brunch and more.

06/03/2021 By Kay Kipling

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Celebrate Pride Month at These Fun Local Events

From Taste of Pride to parades to best-dressed-pet contests, fly your flag high at these Pride events.

06/01/2021 By Kim Doleatto

On Location

New Movie Being Shot in Sarasota Tells the Story of Influential Black Golfer Ann Gregory

Playing Through is about Gregory, the first Black woman to play in a U.S. Golf Association event, and the fictional Babs Whatling, a white woman from the South.

05/28/2021 By Elizabeth Djinis

Furry fun

Enjoy a Dog-Tastic Day in Lakewood Ranch Next Weekend

Woof Gang Bakery is hosting a carnival-themed event at Premier Sports Campus on Saturday, June 5. Proceeds will go to local animal shelters.

05/28/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: May 27-June 2

The Myakka River Blues Festival returns, a Patriotic Pops concert, Savor Sarasota kicks off and more.

05/27/2021 By Kay Kipling

Merrily, merrily, merrily

Sarasota Will Host the National Women's Rowing Championship This Weekend

College athletes from across the country will gather to compete, starting on Friday, May 28.

05/26/2021 By Emma Moneuse

Vendor Vibes

Mellow Out at an Eclectic Outdoor Market This Sunday

Mellow Mushroom and 73 Degree Flea have partnered to create the monthly Mellow Outdoor Market.

05/21/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Limelight

Dick Vitale Gala 2021

The 16th annual gala raised $5 million for pediatric cancer research, and welcomed some top athletes and celebrities.

05/10/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Events

Junior League to Hold Annual Celebration May 18

At the event, annnual awards will be presented and the league's new management team and board members will be welcomed.

05/07/2021 By Staff

Serve and Volley

'Pickleball Terry' Is on a Mission to Bring Pickleball to the Masses

Terry Ryan, aka "Pickleball Terry," started the Sarasota Pickleball Organization in 2017 and recently competed in the U.S. Open in Naples.

05/04/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Limelight

Asolo Repertory Theatre Gala: Sock Hop at the Drive-In

Nathan Benderson Park was the setting for a more casual, nostalgic annual gala with live entertainment and a big screen.

05/03/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Sneak Peek

What Will You Watch at the Sarasota Film Festival?

This year's event offers both virtual and in-person screenings of a range of films, including the hit My Octopus Teacher.

04/28/2021 By Kay Kipling

RADD Friday

Art Murals Slated to Bring the Rosemary District to Life

Rosemary Art & Design District (RADD) is a creative initiative focused on transforming the District through art, and you're invited to their outdoor event this Friday.

04/27/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: April 22-28

The Suncoast Boat Show returns, WBTT unveils a new production, the Sarasota Ballet presents Ashton, and more.

04/22/2021 By Kay Kipling