Author Carl Hiaasen will speak at the March 16 luncheon of the Sarasota Tiger Bay Club at Michael's on East, 1212 S. East Ave., Sarasota. Hiaasen is a bestselling novelist and journalist whose satirical thrillers feature blunder-prone schemes, wayward men, headstrong women and corrupt politicians. Tickets for the luncheon are $70 and can be purchased clicking here or by calling (941) 925-2970. The luncheon begins with checkin and socializing at 11:30 a.m.; lunch and the program run from noon to 1:15 p.m.