Sarasota Orchestra Gala Dinner and Concert

Jan. 27

This special evening is a celebration of the Orchestra’s mission and its positive impact on our community. The evening will include a cocktail reception, elegant dinner and a special musical performance, and will conclude with a stunning concert from Renée Fleming. Reserve your seat at sarasotaorchestra.org.

Women and Medicine Luncheon

Jan. 15

Join us for a lively, interactive panel discussion with three Sarasota Memorial Hospital physicians as they discuss trends in oncology care.   Learn about innovative and personalized clinical research trials that bring new chemotherapeutic drugs under development to Southwest Florida patients. Visit smhf.org for more information or to register.

Yesterday at Florida Studio Theatre

Through May 1

Florida Studio Theatre presents Yesterday on the cabaret stage, taking the audience on a nostalgic journey back to the 1960s when the Beatles, The Who, and the Rolling Stones ruled the airwaves. Sing along to some of your favorite songs and enjoy the ride back to a time of peace, love and everything in between.  Visit floridastudiotheatre.org to get your tickets.

Unity Awards Luncheon

Jan. 26

Sponsored by Biz(941) and La Guia magazines, honoring local champions of diversity, 11:30-1 p.m. at Michael’s On East, 1212 East Ave. S., Sarasota. $50. To register, visit unityawards2015.eventbrite.com.