Fair Play

The Sarasota County Fair Was the Impromptu Locals' Reunion I Didn't Know I Needed

Besides the alpacas, the deep-fried Oreos and the Gravitron, the real highlight was reconnecting with friends I hadn't seen in years.

03/21/2022 By Kim Doleatto

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A New Year Means New Colors of the Year!

The color of the year sets the trends and can be a fun way to make some changes at home.

03/21/2022

Thrill of the Hunt

Score Fun Vintage Finds at This Monthly Market in Downtown Bradenton

Score vintage pieces and handmade decor at this outdoor market hosted on 15th Street.

03/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Mental Health

How Can Culture Change to Accommodate Mental Health In the Pandemic?

New College of Florida professor Dr. Yidong Gong hosted a talk on Thursday, March 17 about how sociocultural norms affect mental healthcare.

03/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

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New Treatment Helps Rosacea, Scars, Cellulite, & Wait For It … Your Lady Parts

The service, utilizing non-invasive radiofrequency (RF), is offered at Lakewood Ranch’s Blend Institute and has people talking.

03/21/2022

War in Ukraine

A Bradenton Photographer Traveled to Poland to Document the Ukrainian Refugee Crisis

Allan Mestel's images were captured near the Poland-Ukraine border, where millions of refugees have crossed since the beginning of the Russian invasion.

03/21/2022 Photography by Allan Mestel By Cooper Levey-Baker

Review

Musical Anastasia Thrills at Van Wezel

The touring production successfully brings together romance, spectacle and a bit of mystery.

03/19/2022 By Kay Kipling

Fast Track

Fergeson Skipper Names New Firm Administrator

Mary Lou Chuinard will be responsible for overseeing the daily operation and management of all administrative areas of the firm.

03/18/2022 By Staff

Expansions

Akron Biotech Expands in Sarasota

The company manufactures ancillary materials for the cell and gene therapy industry.

03/18/2022 By Staff

Halfway there

Filmmaker Launches Kickstarter to Complete Marcella Hazan Documentary

Director Peter Miller is hoping to raise $40,000 to finish his film about the legendary cookbook author.

03/18/2022 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Under the Big Top

This Year's Cirque des Voix Memorably Blends Circus and Music

This year's production takes place this weekend.

03/18/2022 By Kay Kipling

This Party's Lit

Glowing Furniture Makes for the Ultimate Party Upgrade

Rent LED-lit benches, chairs and dance floors to give your outdoor gathering a nightclub vibe.

03/18/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Join the FAM

FAM Kitchen Dishes Up Vegan Eats From a Cute Rosemary District Trailer

FAM puts a plant-based spin on comfort foods like BLTs and Reuben sandwiches.

03/18/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Fast Track

Glasser/Schoenbaum Promotes New Executive Director and Staff

Charlene Altenhain has been named executive director; Sarah Glendening, Marian Haupt and Andrea Lane also received promotions.

03/17/2022 By Staff

Red Tide

New Study Quantifies the Economic Cost of 2018 Red Tide Bloom

The study estimates there was approximately $184 million in losses in the tourism sector.

03/17/2022 By Staff

Grants

Academy at Glengary Launches Mental Health Re-Engagement Initiative

The funding will support the academy's comprehensive, culturally sensitive approach to county residents seeking mental health recovery.

03/17/2022 By Staff

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“Modern Blossoms” featuring Laura Varich, Maria Burtis, & Julie Vos

Opening Reception: Friday, April 1, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at 530 Burns Gallery (Show Dates April 1 - May 6)

03/17/2022

Science

New College Offers ‘Arts in Chemistry’ Resources to Middle, High School Students

The project emphasizes how the specific discipline of chemistry can help us understand environmental issues,.

03/17/2022 By Staff

Covid-19 Update

Do We Need to Worry About the Omicron BA.2 Variant in Sarasota?

Not yet, and vaccines work well against it, although experts warn that a spike in cases in Europe may be a harbinger of what's to come.

03/17/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Preview

Sarasota Art Museum Plans Eclectic 2022-23 Exhibition Season

The artwork will range from fiber to video to assemblages to photography and more.

03/17/2022 By Kay Kipling