That's RADD

RADD Sundays Return This Weekend

Arts & Central and DreamLarge are partnering to bring a new Sunday market to the streets of the Rosemary District.

11/05/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota and Manatee Counties This Week

From Syesha's soul tribute to the marching bands of Sarasota’s Veterans Day parade, there’s a soundtrack to this week. In between, catch a joust at the Medieval Fair, browse the RADD Sunday Market, eat goulash at the Hungarian Festival and more.

11/05/2026 By Kim Doleatto

Preview

Selby Gardens Announces 2026-27 Programming

The gardens will open its 2026 Orchid Show next month with an installation by artist Christian Sampson. Plus: a multi-sensory tribute to poet Emily Dickinson, a performance by Patti Smith, and more.

09/10/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Public Safety

Sarasota Police Officer Arrested For Misuse of Controversial Surveillance System

The arrest of a Sarasota officer for misuse fuels mounting community opposition to the city's contract with Flock Safety.

08/24/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Gulf Gate Grind

New Coffee Shop in Gulf Gate Serves Coffee, Crepes, and Community

"From the beginning, our goal was never to be the biggest spot in Sarasota. It was to be the best neighbor."

07/07/2026 By Kendall Southworth

A PORPOISEFUL TRANSITION

Sarasota Dolphin Research Program's Influential Director, Randy Wells, Is Retiring

Dr. Katie McHugh will succeed Wells when he steps down after 56 years on July 1.

06/24/2026 By Kendall Southworth

SWEET TOOTH

Dirty Sara-Soda Brings the 'Dirty Soda' Trend to Town

Amber Hanratty serves cream-spiked Dr Peppers, glitter-dusted lemonades and other custom creations from her decked-out trailer.

06/17/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Coming Attractions

The Ringling Announces Its 2026-2027 Art of Performance Lineup

Spanning Grammy-nominated vocalists, puppetry, experimental dance and contemporary circus, this year’s Art of Performance series continues the museum’s commitment to adventurous, interdisciplinary live art.

05/12/2026 By Kendall Southworth

Black History in Song

Charlayne Hunter-Gault to Narrate Florida's Premier of "The Children's March"

The piece tells the story of a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement.

02/24/2023 By Staff

Hurricane Heroes

These Sarasotans Stepped Up to Help Their Neighbors After Hurricane Ian

We asked our readers to share their hurricane heroes. Here are their responses.

11/04/2022 By Isaac Eger