To Dye For

The Tie-Dye Trend Isn't Going Anywhere

Trend forecasters say its popularity is a throwback to our childhoods—a source of comfort in tough times.

01/15/2021 By Megan McDonald

Philanthropy

Goodwill Manasota Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers

They are Jo Rita Stevens, Andrea Nierenberg, Jim Flora and Louise Cataldo.

01/15/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Children First Director of Education Appointed to National Committee

Kesoglou will serve on the National Head Start Association's Region IV Foster Care Challenge committee.

01/15/2021 By Staff

Openings

Club Champion Golf Fitting Studio Opens in Bradenton

Club Champion fits, sells and builds custom golf clubs.

01/15/2021 By Staff

Openings

New Concierge Service Launches in Sarasota

Castle Concierge offers personalized, upscale concierge services and home watch security for snowbirds, travelers, business professionals, busy parents and retirees.

01/15/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

Hospital Gala Raises More Than $900,000

The fourth annual gala was livestreamed from The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

01/14/2021 By Staff

Environment

Foundation Releases Playbook for Healthy Waterways

The online manual is a comprehensive list of recommended activities to reduce and remove manmade nutrient pollution in the region’s waterways.

01/14/2021 By Staff

Sponsored Content

New College of Florida

“Their achievements embody New College’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.”

01/14/2021

Real Estate

St. Armands Mansion Sold for $11 Million

Casa del Carnevale, at 139 S. Washington Drive, has a unique circus connection.

01/14/2021 By Staff

Shipping

Port Manatee Now Receiving Imports on Eco-Friendly Container Ships

The new ships help fulfill a company commitment to dramatically reduce vessel fuel consumption and emissions.

01/13/2021 By Staff

Retirement

Longtime Bishop Museum CEO to Retire

Brynne Anne Besio has served as The Bishop's CEO for 13 years; she will retire on April 1, 2021.

01/13/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s Hires Program Director

In her new role, Spagnuolo-Moschini will execute and oversee all programming content, including all virtual and community-based monthly programs.

01/13/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

New College Receives $4 Million Gift

The gift, which comes from the estate of Bob and Lee Peterson, is the largest in New College’s 61-year history.

01/13/2021 By Staff

No Big Top This Year

Circus Sarasota, Cirque des Voix and Annual Gala Canceled Due to Pandemic

Circus performances had been slated to take place Feb. 12 through March 7.

01/13/2021 By Kay Kipling

Change of Direction

How a Sarasota Catering Business Shifted Into a Meals-to-Go Operation

When the Covid-19 pandemic put a halt to much of Zildjian Catering & Consulting's events catering business, the company ramped up its takeout division.

01/12/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Philanthropy

Anonymous Donor Gives $34,000 to Faulhaber Fab Lab

The funds helped Suncoast Science Center add a fleet of innovative new 3D printers to the lab.

01/12/2021 By Staff

Lectures

C.G. Jung Society of Sarasota to Host 'State-of-the-World' Discussion

Dr. Richard Tarnas will provide a state-of-the-world report referencing the Covid-19 pandemic, climate crisis and societal upheaval.

01/12/2021 By Staff

Openings

New Skincare Business Opens in Sarasota

Integrative Skin Care is located in the Sarasota Healing Arts and SRQ Massage & Accupuncture building in central Sarasota.

01/12/2021 By Staff

New gig

New Chef Revamps Menu at Bridges Restaurant in Downtown Sarasota

Chef Solomon Shenker, best known for his New York-style deli cuisine, recently became the executive chef at the restaurant in the Embassy Suites hotel.

01/11/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Fast Track

Animal Rescue Coalition Appoints New Executive Director

Most recently, McCann was the founder and president of Philanthropy Partners, which provided guidance to nonprofits, corporations and foundations.

01/11/2021 By Staff