For Rent

A New Apartment Development Is Headed to Downtown Sarasota

Artist Court Residences—named for the nearby Towles Court Artist Colony—will bring 242 units, and some will be affordable.

11/29/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Carb Loading

Where to Find Exceptional Breads, Pastries and Sweets Locally

Whether you’re in the mood for warm, pillowy bread, flaky pastries or creamy, chilled desserts, the Sarasota area is home to serious bakers who aim to please.

11/29/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Market Report

Home Inventory Is Up, But Housing Prices Are Still Going Strong

According to the latest numbers, the median price for a single-family home in the Sarasota-Bradenton-North Port region is $490,000.

11/28/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Sponsored Content

Lights in Bloom® Returns to Selby Gardens for its 20th Year

Tickets are now on sale for this beloved holiday event.

11/28/2023

The Thrill of the Chase

For Dedicated Vinyl Collectors, the Hunt for the Next Great LP Never Ends

Fun fact: Records recently surpassed CDs as the top-selling physical medium for the first time ever.

11/28/2023 By John Thomason

Grant Report

Sarasota Chamber 'Opportunities For All' Initiative Awards Grants to 20 Minority-Owned Businesses

Plus, arts appreciation grants and more.

11/27/2023 By Staff

Sponsored Content

Give the Gift of Abstract Art this Season & Celebrate Second Saturday Art Walk at Drew Marc Gallery

Coastal Harmony opens Saturday December 9, 2023, from 6PM – 9PM with works from Julie Schumer & Blair Vaughn Gruler at 2606 Fairfield Ave S Bldg 8 Unit 4, St. Petersburg, FL 33712.

11/27/2023

The Big Picture

Sarasota’s Arts Facilities Are Changing. Here’s a Look at Where They Stand Now.

From The Sarasota Players' new home at Payne Park to the current status of the Sarasota Performing Arts Center, there's a lot going on in the arts scene.

11/27/2023 By Kay Kipling

Long Haul

What It's Like to Swim the English Channel

Sarasota software engineer Allen Hillman recently joined an elite group of swimmers.

11/27/2023 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

Pei Remix

Here's What New College's I.M. Pei Dorms Could Look Like in the Future

See the winner and other finalists’ submissions in the “Reimagining Pei” competition.

11/22/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Sponsored Content

Sarasota’s Resurrection House Gets Support From Local Business Owners

Copenhagen Imports raises funds for the homeless with it’s annual in-store Stressless promotion for the eleventh year in a row, netting over 65K for the local non-profit.

11/22/2023

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Costco Is Coming to Wellen Park

The new store will bring hundreds of jobs to the surrounding area.

11/21/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Sponsored Content

Philanthropy Provides Youth Transformational Experiences in Nature

Read how two environmental preservation nonprofits supported by Gulf Coast Community Foundation are providing immersive environmental education programs for students.

11/21/2023

Happy Glamper

Two Permanent Glamping Sites Just Opened at Oscar Scherer State Park

The sites are run by Anayancy and Alex Escarpanter, who partnered with Timberline Glamping to bring the experience to Sarasota.

11/21/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Fast Track

All Faiths Food Bank CEO Sandra Frank Recognized by Feeding America

Plus, Tidewell Foundation hires a new president and more.

11/20/2023 By Staff

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

Winging It

Save Our Seabirds' New CEO Wants to Help the Organization Take Flight

Brian Walton, a veteran leader of non-profits, has taken on the effort to expand Save Our Seabirds' facilities and veterinary services for injured wildlife.

11/20/2023 By Catherine Hicks/Community News Collaborative