A Marathon, Not a Sprint

A Social Worker Shares Her Top Tips for Caregivers

“There are four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”

01/19/2020 By Shelby Schwartz

Driving in Circles

Roundabout Construction is Everywhere. Here’s an Update on Where and Why

In the city of Sarasota, three roundabouts under construction are all slated for completion in Fall 2020.

12/31/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Paying tribute

Newtown Alive, School System Partner to Honor an Education Pioneer

The organizations plan to commemorate Dorothye Smith, the first African-American principal to be hired at an integrated Sarasota County school.

12/20/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Safety

Swimming Pool Association Wants to Reduce the Number of Childhood Drownings

The organization is asking for $200,000 in state funding to make swimming lessons accessible to all kids.

12/20/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Twinkle, Twinkle

A Shining Spot, FST's Bright Star Has Been Extended to Jan. 12

A multitalented team has finessed a production with boundless creativity.

12/17/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Flower Power

Sarasota Orchid Society Hosts Annual Orchids in Paradise Show

Orchids in Paradise is perfect for avid collectors and hobbyist alike.

12/17/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Page Turner

Sarasota's 2020 One Book Selection Covers a Dark Chapter of American History

Kate Moore, the author of "The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women," will speak in North Port and in Sarasota next month.

12/04/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Marine corps

Mote Summit Aims to Encourage (and Fund) Innovative Youth Conservation Projects

Over the last nine years, the Youth Ocean Conservation Summit has awarded 140 mini-grants to help young people start environmental initiatives.

12/04/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Musical Philanthropy

The Sarasota Buskers Play Music for a Good Cause

Proceeds from the new group's performances benefit the Child Protection Center.

11/22/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Campus Conversation

New College Professor Discusses Our Relationship with Animals

Dr. Nicolas Delon will give a talk on Nov. 21 at New College in the Cook Hall Living Room; the public is invited to attend.

11/21/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Say thanks

Nonprofits Looking for Volunteer Help This Thanksgiving

Give thanks and give to others. Both HOPE for North Port and Meals on Wheels Sarasota say they could use some help on Thanksgiving.

11/21/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Openings

Blasé Bistro Brings French-Mediterranean Food to Southside Village

Blasé Café & Martini Bar's second location will open its doors on Nov. 14.

11/14/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Map It Out

Artist and Cartographer Robert Szucs Will Speak at This Year's PINC Experience

Szucs maps out rivers and watersheds with bright colors.

11/13/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Shark Tracking

North Atlantic White Shark Makes Her Way to the Gulf Coast

Unama’ki, a tagged North Atlantic white shark, has made her way into our watery backyard. She weighs more than 2,000 pounds and is 15.5 feet long.

11/07/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Rowing

Sarasota Coastal Regatta Takes Place Nov. 22-24

Rowers will hit the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico in a series of races.

11/05/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Disc drive

Ultimate Frisbee Tournament Comes to Sarasota

International teams will compete in the Pan American Ultimate Championships at the Sarasota Polo Club Nov. 4-9.

11/01/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Giving

Boys & Girls Clubs Receives $20,000 Grant From Maytag

Volunteer Jim Martin was recently honored with the appliance manufacturer's Dependable Leader Award.

10/18/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Rom-com

'The Great Love Debate' Comes to Sarasota

Prepare yourself for a live battle of the sexes hosted by McCurdy's next week.

10/15/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

Doing good

Three-Day Event Raises Money for Rural Schools in South Africa

Safari Sarasota participants can listen to wildlife stories, taste wine and sample South African cuisine while supporting South Africa's Good Work Foundation.

10/10/2019 By Shelby Schwartz

A whole new world

The Bishop's New 'Backyard Universe' Opens Oct. 1

The new space is intended to offer a fun, hands-on experience that encourages children to interact with science.

09/26/2019 By Shelby Schwartz