The Manatee Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce will host Blues by the Bay at the Powel Crosley Estate, 8374 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 4. The event features live entertainment, food from chamber member restaurants and bi-county networking. A $25 ticket pre-purchase deadline is Friday, April 29. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $35.