Fast Track

Ilene Denton Named to Selby Foundation Board of Directors

Plus, the St. Regis Longboat Key is named “Project of the Year” by Associated Builders & Contractors and more.

05/12/2025 By Staff

Grant Report

Barancik Foundation Awards $6 Million in Grants

Plus, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County awards $322,450 to 29 nonprofits, and more.

05/12/2025 By Staff

Family Affair

A World Premiere Play Takes a Look at a Black Family Facing Change, Both Within and Without

“It’s about parents trying to reckon with their kids having grown into the people they are and having to really get to know each other,” says playwright Nia Akilah Robinson.

05/12/2025 By Kay Kipling

Advantage Point

Low-Maintenance Outdoor Solutions for Sarasota’s Climate

Smart landscaping strategies for sustainable, stress-free yards in Florida's sun-soaked environment

05/12/2025

Beach Renourishment

Barrier Island Hotels Reopen After Last Fall's Storms

Local resorts are bouncing back from last year’s hurricane season, and staycation season is the perfect time to book a room.

05/08/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Exit Interview

As Ringling College President Larry Thompson Prepares to Retire, He Leaves a Legacy of Art and Ambition

After 26 years, Thompson reflects on transforming a modest art school into a global creative force—and what comes next.

05/08/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Advantage Point

All About Dating.com Experience: The Ultimate Guide to the Global Online Dating App 2025

Explore Dating.com, the global online dating platform for meaningful virtual connections. Learn its features, benefits, and how to start today.

05/08/2025

Advantage Point

Cycling in Sarasota: Basic and Lesser-Known Tips for Safe Riding

Explore Sarasota’s cycling rules and safety tips for a truly secure ride.

05/07/2025

Memories of Marcella

An Afternoon With Marcella Hazan

Ahead of the national release of a new documentary about Hazan, writer Ruth Lando recounts an unforgettable lunch with the renowned Italian chef and longtime Longboat Key resident.

05/07/2025 By Ruth Lando

Fab Forward

The Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest Celebrates 15 Years This Weekend

All are welcome at the event on May 10 at Five Points Park in downtown Sarasota.

05/07/2025 By Kim Doleatto

What's in Store

Chloe Canterbury’s Surge Style Stocks Beach-Friendly Looks at Wallet-Friendly Prices

Surge’s style is “beachy chic,” with women’s clothes and accessories that can be taken from dunes to dinner.

05/05/2025 By Elizabeth Djinis

Advantage Point

What Does a Vehicle History Report Show? Key Insights for Buyers

Discover what a vehicle history report reveals about a car's past, from accidents to ownership changes. Read on to make informed buying decisions.

05/02/2025

Best of Sarasota

The Best of Sarasota 2025

A record number of you cast a ballot this year. The result? A comprehensive review of everything you love about living in Sarasota.

05/01/2025

Branded Content

Meet ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design — A 2025 Best of Sarasota Winner

Voted Best Landscaping Company, ArtisTree offers everything you need ranging from landscape design and HOA landscape maintenance to tree services and more.

05/01/2025 By Sarasota Magazine Content Studio