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Story Time

Orioles to Host 'Storybook Street' Drive-Through Book Giveaway

The event will take place Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m.-noon.

04/22/2021 By Staff

Limelight

Selby Gardens' Orchid Experience

The reimagined outdoor experience played with a Pop art theme tied to the current Roy Lichtenstein exhibit.

04/19/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Back to the Stage

Sarasota Orchestra Announces Full, Live 2021-22 Season

Five concert series are planned in a return to normal after Covid forced musicians and audiences to mostly stay home.

04/13/2021 By Kay Kipling

Philanthropy

V Foundation Confirms Celebrity Guests for 2021 Dick Vitale Gala

To date, Dick Vitale has raised $37 million for pediatric cancer, and his foundation has distributed more than $55 million in pediatric cancer research grants.

04/12/2021 By Staff

Preview

Sarasota Film Festival Announces Some Upcoming Titles

A documentary on star Rita Moreno is the opening night movie for the festival, taking place April 30 through May 9.

04/12/2021 By Kay Kipling

Limelight

The Hermitage Greenfield Prize Celebration 2021

This year's winner, playwright Aleshea Harris, received the prize officially at a dinner Sunday evening.

04/12/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Walkathon

Southeastern Guide Dogs Annual Walkathon Takes Place May 1

This year's goal is to raise $1 million and have participants in every state.

04/08/2021 By Staff

Wicket fun

National Croquet Championship Will Be Held in Venice This Weekend

Up to 48 players from around the country are expected to compete.

04/06/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Preview

Ana Isabelle and Evita Team Reunite for a New Show at Asolo Rep

After spending much of the pandemic in her native Puerto Rico, Isabelle returns with a concert of some of her favorite songs.

04/05/2021 By Kay Kipling

Sports

U.S. Youth Soccer National Championships Comes to Sarasota-Bradenton in July

Roughly 2,700 players and coaches (plus spectators) will be in attendance.

03/30/2021 By Staff

Exploration

Here's What's New at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Looking for some adventure and a cool science lesson? Visit the Bishop's many new programs and exhibits.

03/29/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Limelight

Photos: The Ringling's Wine and Roses 2021

For the first time in a long while, people dressed up and headed to a fund raiser.

03/29/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Pedal Power

DreamLarge to Host Bike Ride at The Bay on March 27

The free event is open to the public; the ride will take bikers through The Bay and downtown Sarasota.

03/24/2021 By Staff

Sports

Athletes Prepare for Olympics on the Suncoast

The region’s venue offerings, existing sports programming, and community support are some of the attributes that make it an attractive option.

03/23/2021 By Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: March 18-24

Asolo Rep presents Camelot, Florida Studio Theatre reopens with Vintage POP!, the Sarasota County Fair commences, and more.

03/18/2021 By Kay Kipling

Beach Chat

Hermitage Artist Retreat Event Features Sarasota Magazine's Bob Plunket and Theater Columnist Michael Riedel

The two will discuss "Storied Stories of the Creative Process."

03/17/2021 By Kay Kipling

Rowing

New College, SANCA Form Intercollegiate Rowing Club

Students from multiple schools who are interested in rowing are invited to participate.

03/09/2021 By Staff

History

Flashback: Boston Red Sox Spring Training at Payne Park, 1940

Major League baseball spring training has a long history in our area.

03/09/2021 By Kay Kipling

Awards

Sports Medicine Specialist Bestowed 'Baseball Service Award'

Dr. Arthur Valadie received a 20 years of service recognition award from the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society.

03/03/2021 By Staff

Water Safety

City of Sarasota to Host Lifeguarding Class

Classes will be held during Sarasota County's spring break on March 15, 16 and 17 from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

02/26/2021 By Staff