Philanthropy

Local DAR Member Donates Backpacks, Supplies for Homeless Veterans

The effort is called "Sue's Backpacks" in honor of the late mother of DAR member Rebecca Morgan, who first began doing this locally in 2017.

12/16/2021 By Staff

Grants

Van Wezel Foundation Receives Grant to Support Virtual Bilingual Family Art Nights

The funding comes from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation.

12/16/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Marlo Turner to Join Selby Gardens as Vice-President, Chief Advancement Officer

Turner comes to Selby Gardens from Tidewell Foundation.

12/16/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Blake Medical Center Names New Chief Medical Officer

Dr. R. Lee Biggs was previously CMO of Trident Health in Charleston, South Carolina.

12/16/2021 By Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

The Sarasota Ballet presents Giselle, music from The Venice Symphony and Sarasota Orchestra, a holiday market and more.

12/16/2021 By Kay Kipling

Let's fantasize

Five Fake Hallmark Holiday Movies Set in Sarasota That Need to Happen ASAP

If you are rich and would like to finance any of these, have your people call my people.

12/16/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Miracles do happen

Musiq Soulchild Is Headlining a Free Family Event in Sarasota This Saturday

The Grammy-nominated R&B artist will headline an all-day event outside the Robert L. Taylor Community Center.

12/16/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Travel

SRQ Passenger Numbers Up 203 Percent in November 2021

In November, 321,643 passengers traveled through the airport.

12/15/2021 By Staff

Mental Health

NAMI Announces Continuation of Drop-In Program

NAMI's program offers participants the chance to share their experiences and receive support from others.

12/15/2021 By Staff

Fast Track

Community Foundation Announces Staff Promotions, Appointments

Ranata Reeder has joined the Hull Fellows Leadership Program, Julie Alvins has been promoted to director of accounting, and Laurie Scott has been appointed philanthropic advisor.

12/15/2021 By Staff

Development

Neal Signature Homes Announces The Alcove at Waterside

The neighborhood is planned to open in early 2023.

12/15/2021 By Staff

Sponsored Content

OLLI at Ringling College Announces Its Winter Semester

Stay Curious. Stay Connected. Classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College run January 10 to March 4, 2022.

12/15/2021

Grants

Healthcare Foundation Awards $10 Million Grant to Brian D. Jellison Cancer Center

Funds will be directed toward the development and expansion of programs and services.

12/15/2021 By Staff

sold

Sale of This Triple Parcel on Siesta Key Sets a New Record

The Gulf-front estate fetched $14 million, making it the highest-priced residential sale on Siesta Key.

12/15/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Real Estate

For Sale: A Custom Downtown Condo With a View

A residence in the recently built, 18-story Epoch overlooking Sarasota Bay is on the market for just under $10 million.

12/15/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Dive In

Sarasota's Coolest New Bar Is Tucked Inside the Back of a Liquor Store

Dive Wine & Spirits is your new destination for a great cocktail.

12/15/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Love at First Bite

Vampire Penguin Serves Up Unique Frozen Treats

Offering a light, fluffy alternative to ice cream, shaved snow has arrived at The Landings.

12/15/2021 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Jolly Holiday

The Best Holiday Events in Sarasota-Manatee

'Tis the season to explore what Sarasota has to offer.

12/15/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

We Live in Florida. Do We Still Need to Worry About Our Vitamin D Levels?

Around the world, about 1 billion people are vitamin D deficient, and they are found in both sunny and rainy climates.

12/15/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Travel

AAA: 109 Million Americans to Travel for Year-End Holidays

In Florida, more than 5.9 million people are predicted to travel between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2—35 percent higher than in 2020.

12/14/2021 By Staff