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Everett Dennison

Take a Dip

The Ultimate Guide to Our Area's Sandbars

A deep dive into shallow water.

06/24/2024 By Hannah Wallace Photography by Everett Dennison

Little Italy

The Best Italian Restaurants in Sarasota

Sarasota has dozens and dozens of Italian restaurants. Here are the 22 best.

06/14/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Monday Funday

These Restaurants Are Actually Open on Mondays

Skip the Monday blues and head out to one of Sarasota’s best restaurants that's actually open on Monday.

06/10/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Best of Sarasota

The Best of Sarasota 2024: Readers' Poll

We polled our readers about their favorite shops, services and more. Here’s what you had to say.

05/01/2024

Celebrate

The Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest Returns Next Month

Formerly known as the Harvey Milk Festival, the annual event is celebrating its 14th year.

04/02/2024 By Staff

Future Stars

Spring Breakout in Bradenton Offers a Preview of What's to Come for the Game of Baseball

The new Major League Baseball initiative highlights rising stars and emerging technology.

03/27/2024 By Brad Edmondson

Market Report

The Latest Real Estate Numbers Are Ticking Toward a Buyer's Market

Days on the market and amount of inventory continue their upward slant, even crossing into a buyer's market for condos. Prices, however, are still holding.

03/25/2024 By Kim Doleatto

The New Sarasota

Is Sarasota Changing for Good?

Our region is becoming more populated, more conservative and more polarized, and many residents are wondering: Is it for the best?

01/17/2024 By Elizabeth Djinis

We Are the Champions

Climate Adaptation Center Announces 2024 Climate Champion Nominees

They are David Tomasko, Jessica Meszaros, Marshall Gobuty, Steve Newborn and Jennifer Rominiecki.

01/12/2024 By Staff

Easy Riding

The Ultimate Guide to All 18.2 Miles of the Legacy Trail

What was built more than a century ago as a railroad to carry freight trains and passenger lines (and later the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus) is now an 18.2-mile paved public park that stretches from Sarasota to Venice.

01/04/2024 By Hannah Wallace

Unity Awards

Marlene Hauck Promotes Mental Wellness From Youth Onward

Hauck has dedicated her life to breaking down stigmas around mental illness.

01/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Year in Review

If You Missed Any of These 10 Incredible Stories From 2023, You Should Fix That ASAP

In a year full of terrific Sarasota Magazine stories, these 10 stood out.

12/26/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Volunteer Power

Volunteer Help Spikes During the Holidays, but Local Nonprofits Rely on It Year-Round

"Ninety-eight percent of our power relies on volunteer labor,” says Victoria Hasselbring, manager of donor stewardship at All Faiths Food Bank

11/20/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Housing

Businesses, Community Groups Seek Solutions to Affordable Housing Crisis

In one poll, 73 percent of local businesses said the lack of affordable housing has affected their ability to recruit and retain workers. 

11/13/2023 By Jim DeLa/Community News Collaborative

Best Restaurants

The Best Restaurants in Sarasota

Where to eat right now—and what to order when you're there.

11/07/2023 By Lauren Jackson

48 Hours in Sarasota

Indulge Your Wild Side During 48 Thrill-Filled Hours in Sarasota

Water sports, wildlife and the great outdoors are front and center and, from up high to down low, Sarasota can pack the punch thrillseekers crave.

11/06/2023 By Kim Doleatto

48 Hours in Sarasota

The Food Lover's Guide to Sarasota

Spend a long weekend eating your way through town.

11/06/2023 By Lauren Jackson

48 Hours in Sarasota

Sarasota Is a Great Place for a Family Vacation

With lots of green space, parks and beaches galore, and great year-round weather, there’s plenty for families to do.

11/06/2023 By Kim Doleatto

48 Hours in Sarasota

The History Buff's Guide to a Weekend in Sarasota County

From its famous residents to its signature architecture, there's so much for history lovers to explore.

11/06/2023 By Lauren Jackson

A Triumph!

Calusa Brewing and PigFish Are Opening This Weekend

Guests can anticipate expertly brewed beer, served all day, paired with sustainable seafood offerings from PigFish in the evening hours.

11/01/2023 By Lauren Jackson

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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