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Philanthropy

Philanthropist Donates $1 Million to Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties

The funding comes from Jean Weiller and is designated for renovations and expansions.

02/17/2022 By Staff

sweet sweat

Circle the Sun Fitness, a New 24-Hour Gym, Is Headed to Sarasota

Two Bradenton-based gym owners are partnering to open a new fitness center in September, and you're invited to learn more this Sunday.

02/17/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Review

Asolo Rep's The Great Leap Mixes Sports, Politics and Personal Drama

This Lauren Yee play, centered on a crucial basketball game in China, takes the ball and runs with it.

02/17/2022 By Kay Kipling

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Meet the champions of the Atlanta Braves, rev your motors for Thunder by the Bay, enjoy fresh seafood at a festival in Cortez, and more.

02/17/2022 By Kay Kipling

Barks and Booze

At Boo's Ice House and Dog Bar, You Can Enjoy a Drink With Your Four-Legged Friends

The new spot, coming to the Rosemary District this summer, will be equal parts bar and dog park.

02/17/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Science Is Cool

This Local Organization Is Teaching Kids About Sharks

Minorities in Shark Sciences is fighting back against the systemic issues that keep children of color from the scientific field, especially marine biology.

02/17/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Rebranding

Port Manatee Rebrands as SeaPort Manatee

The rechristening comes following celebration of all-time-high activity during the fiscal year ended Sept. 30, 2021.

02/17/2022 By Staff

I woof you

A Modern Renovation Helps the Sarasota County Humane Society Save More Animals

The $8.5 million dollar expansion of the no-kill shelter increased its capacity for care by 50 percent.

02/17/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Philanthropy

Community Foundation Offers Businesses Two Ways to Be Part of 2022 Giving Challenge

This year, small business owners and corporations can either recognize the collective giving of their staff as a group or offer a donation match or challenge.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Grants

Samaritan Counseling Services Receives $20,000 Grant

The funding comes from the Covid-19 Response Initiative of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation and Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

All Faiths Food Bank Promotes Three, Hires One

Lauren Franklin has been named grant specialist and Victoria Hasselbring, Becky Wright and Julie Smith all received promotions.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Tourism

A Record Number of Tourists Visited Florida in 2021

In 2021, Florida had nearly 118 million domestic visitors—the highest number in state history.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

Sarasota Chamber Names New VP

Catherine Roper comes to the chamber from Ballston Business Improvement District in Arlington.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Beachy Keen

Salt Life Opens on St. Armands Circle

The beachy, Florida-based fashion brand opened last month minutes from Lido Beach.

02/16/2022 By Samantha Lane

When Clydesdales Come to Town

Hang Out With the Budweiser Clydesdales at UTC’s Night Market

Enjoy shopping, food, live music and those famous horses at the monthly market.

02/16/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Your Health Questions Answered

What to Make With That Leftover Valentine's Day Chocolate

Don't let it go to waste—instead, add it to these delicious and healthy recipes courtesy of nutritionist Mikka Knapp.

02/16/2022 By Allison Forsyth

A Tribute

Patti Smith Performs at Selby Gardens and Reminisces About Photographer Robert Mapplethorpe

The related exhibit, Robert Mapplethorpe and Patti Smith: Flowers, Poetry, and Light is on view now at Selby Gardens.

02/16/2022 By Kay Kipling

Hot Topic

Sarasota Magazine Writer to Discuss 'Who Owns Florida's Beaches?' on WSLR

Isaac Eger will discuss his award-winning 2021 story about the privatization of Florida's beaches with 12th Judicial Circuit attorney Gabriele Plendl.

02/16/2022 By Staff

Good Deeds

'Season of Sharing' Marks More Than $4.4 Million in Donations

It's a historic milestone for the 22nd annual campaign.

02/15/2022 By Staff

Philanthropy

Neal Communities Donates $10,000 to Healthy Teens Coalition of Manatee County

Healthy Teens provides health and life skills education and mentoring to hundreds of local youth between the ages of 11 and 25 each year.

02/15/2022 By Staff

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