Taking flight

Bungee Fitness Offers a Fun, Safe Way to Burn Calories

“When I first started, my biggest issue was trusting the bungee, because I thought I was surely going to faceplant onto the floor," says one enthusiast. "But now, I don’t even think about it.”

11/03/2023 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

Behind the Music

Violinist Alexander Markov Goes Electric With an Outrageous Blend of Classical and Hard Rock

Markov will perform here on Saturday, Nov. 18, at Church of the Palms.

11/02/2023 By Kay Kipling

'Tis the Season

Sarasota's Best Holiday Shows and Events

There's no shortage of fun ways to celebrate the holidays in Sarasota. Here are our top picks.

11/01/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Helping Heroes

Sarasota’s First Affordable Housing Project for Veterans Just Broke Ground

Thanks to area nonprofits, donors and gifted land, the city’s first veteran-focused affordable housing units are slated for completion next year. 

11/01/2023 By Kim Doleatto

A Century of Genius

Celebrating Victor Lundy, the Architect Behind Some of Sarasota’s Most Famous Buildings

“He reveled in the unconventional, breaking the rules and not being limited by traditions of thinking.” 

10/27/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Something Evil in the Woods

The Blair Witch Project Turns 25 Next Year. We Talked to Writer and Director Dan Myrick About Its Legacy.

Myrick, a Sarasota native who graduated from Riverview High School, is still in the horror game.

10/26/2023 By Clayton Trutor

Good Bones

The Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation Wants to Save More Old Homes

A new home loan program will help owners manage repair and restoration work and ensure preservation standards.

10/25/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Mystery Solved

What's Going on at the Corner of University Parkway and U.S. 301?

A lot on the northwest corner there was recently cleared. Here's what's planned for the property.

10/25/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Shell Yeah

The Beach House Waterfront Restaurant Is Celebrating Its 30th Anniversary

The oceanfront restaurant will offer a series of specials inspired by its original menus from 1993.

10/20/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Grant Report

USF Sarasota-Manatee PAInT Program Receives $2.6 Million Grant

Plus, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County awards $625,000 in hurricane relief grants, and more.

10/20/2023 By Staff

Rental Market

Area Rents Are Cooling, But Not By Much

Rent levels have dropped since last year, but overall median rents are still $1,864 in Sarasota County and $1,738 in Manatee County.

10/17/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Let's Get Together

Filmmaker Damon Gameau Headlines a Sarasota Conference on Nature and the Environment

December's EcoSummit and Green Living Expo will stimulate audiences with a wide range of speakers and activities, including talks by Gameau and novelist Carl Hiaasen.

10/17/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Behind the Music

Venice Symphony Announces 50th Anniversary Season

In addition to its annual fall concert series, the symphony will lead a year-long array of public engagements and initiatives throughout the community.

10/17/2023 By Staff

Fast Track

Hosana Fieber Named New CEO of Tervis

Plus, Sarah Cartwright is promoted to chief curator at The Ringling, and more.

10/16/2023 By Staff

A Visit to the Aiki Shrine

The Aikido Master of Myakka

How Sarasota played a major role in bringing aikido from Japan to the United States.

10/16/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Review

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'Once on This Island' Uplifts and Enchants

The Caribbean-flavored musical offers visual and emotional highlights.

10/16/2023 By Kay Kipling

Good Gourd

'Summerween' Combines Halloween and Coastal Culture. It's Perfect for Sarasota.

Amid the palms and beach sunsets, this Florida twist on Halloween decor can still spook.

10/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Caviar Dreams

By Patrik Pettersson Is Now Open for Dinner Inside the Kompose Hotel

Chef Patrik Pettersson's menu will feature two tasting menu options.

10/12/2023 By Lauren Jackson