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100 Years of Art

Art Center Sarasota Celebrates Its 100th Birthday This Year

In its century-long history, Art Center Sarasota has often led the way in our visual arts community.

11/04/2025 By Kay Kipling

Building the Future

Sarasota’s Arts Scene Sets the Stage for What’s Next

A number of building projects and high-profile capital campaigns with combined fundraising goals of $975 million are on the horizon.

11/04/2025 By Kay Kipling

Burning Question

What Does Florida’s New Beach Access Law Mean?

Coastal rights attorney Pepper Uchino weighs in on the sand wars.

11/03/2025 By Isaac Eger

SNAP Aid

Where to Find Free Food And Donate in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

With SNAP benefits paused during the federal shutdown, here’s where to find free meals, groceries, and support—and how to give back.

11/03/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Going Up

Sarasota's Skyline Rose in Stucco and Barrel Tile

The results left Sarasota with a built environment that was theatrical and forever marked by the speculative optimism that evaporated when the boom went bust in 1926.

11/03/2025 By Kim Doleatto

For Rent

Amid Regional Building Boom, Kolter Begins Construction on a New 256-Unit Apartment Complex

The rental project breaks ground as Sarasota-Bradenton leads the nation in new apartment construction, even as vacancies climb and rents ease.

11/03/2025 By Kim Doleatto

The Return of the Atala

Against All Odds, Florida’s Iridescent Atala Butterfly Makes a Triumphant Comeback

The Atala was considered extinct as recently as 50 years ago, the ill-timed consequence of urbanization and the overharvesting of its host plant. Now it's back—and thriving.

11/03/2025 By Kendall Southworth

Branded Content

Rooted in Sarasota: Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee

Building a Stronger, Safer, and More Connected Jewish Future

11/01/2025

Haunted Housing

Haunted House? Go Ahead and Ghost the Disclosure

In Sarasota, it’s legal to keep quiet about ghosts when listing a home. Soulless décor, however, might be harder to hide.

10/31/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Haunting Grounds

Sarasota's Most Haunted Places

A spine-tingling tour of ghostly spots.

10/31/2025 By Lauren Jackson and Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Advantage Point

Unimeal Review 2025: Is the Subscription Safe to Buy?

Unimeal review 2025: Find out and buy a subscription, which is safe and reliable as well as worth the money. Gain insight before you subscribe.

10/31/2025

Fast Track

Michael Quillen Named Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association's Restaurateur of the Year

Plus, Dr. David Dexter is named medical director at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's wound center, and more.

10/27/2025 By Staff

Grant Report

Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation Receives $20,000 Grant from Newtown CRA

Plus, the Sarasota Ballet is awarded a $75,000 grant from the Barancik Foundation, and more.

10/27/2025 By Staff

Arrivederci!

Update: Caragiulos' Palm Avenue Location Will Stay Open a Few More Weeks

The 36-year-old pizza and pasta joint will reopen in a new location on Ringling Boulevard in January 2026.

10/27/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Sponsored Content

Key Chorale and The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company Usher in the Holiday Season with Joy & Wonder

Celebrate the magic of the season with "Joy & Wonder" on Sunday, November 30 at the Sarasota Opera House.

10/27/2025

Changing Tides

Former Adeline Chef Drew Adams Takes the Helm at CW Prime at the St. Regis Longboat Key

"I want to highlight working with smaller farms and also elevating the steak program. I'm really good at sauce work. Everybody wants five sauces with their meal, and I’m going to be the guy to make them."

10/22/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Ringling Renaissance

The Historic Charles Ringling Building Has Transformed Into Venue 1927

Led by restaurateur Rafael Arguelles, the 1926 Charles Ringling Building will reopen in December as an event space.

10/21/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Grant Report

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Directs $1.2 Million in Grants to Youth Literacy Programs

Plus, Gulf Coast Community Foundation grants $50,000 to Embracing Our Differences, and more.

10/20/2025 By Staff

Fast Track

Michelin-Trained Chef Drew Adams Joins CW Prime at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort as Head Chef

Plus, Premier Sotheby's International Realty appoints Kayla Fleeman as senior regional marketing director, and more.

10/20/2025 By Staff

Kibble Economy

Sarasota Gets an ATM—for Dogs

Cash? No. Kibble? Yes. Sarasota’s newest ATM is designed for customers with four legs, wagging tails and zero credit history.

10/15/2025 By Kim Doleatto

At Sarasota Magazine, we celebrate Sarasota’s vibrant culture, rich history, and bright future with award-winning, high-quality content that captures the spirit of our community.

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