The Collectors

Inside Four Sarasota Art Collectors' Home Galleries

For these art lovers, the drive to acquire never burns out.

11/09/2021 By Emma Lichtenstein Photography by David Tejada

Health care

Sarasota Memorial Opens New Venice Hospital

Construction of the new facility is complete. It will begin accepting patients this month.

11/09/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Health News

Sarasota Health Department Named 'Age-Friendly Public Health System'

It's the first local health department in the nation to receive the recognition.

11/08/2021 By Staff

From tree to table

The Apple Truck Is Bringing Michigan Apples to Sarasota This Week

The stop is part of a tour of 90 cities across the South.

11/08/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Limelight

New College Foundation Clambake

The 42nd clambake to benefit student scholarships took place along the bayfront.

11/08/2021 Photography by Cliff Roles

Real Estate

Sarasota's Luxury Real Estate Market Is Booming

In a recent wealth and luxury real estate report, Sarasota was named among top three "Power Players."

11/08/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Limelight

Brunch On The Bay 2021

The outdoor event was back with USF Sarasota-Manatee supporters in attendance.

11/08/2021 Photography by Lori Sax

Facelift

Mattison's Forty-One Reopens After Substantial Renovations

The revamped space includes two terraces for outdoor dining, a new bar and more.

11/08/2021 By Staff

Veterans

Sarasota's Veterans Day Parade Begins at 10 on Thursday

The parade will be followed by a ceremony at Chaplain J.D. Hamel Park.

11/08/2021 By Staff

Review

Florida Studio Theatre Rocks Out with Buddy--The Buddy Holly Story

Short on story but long on music, the show captures the excitement of Holly's songwriting career.

11/07/2021 By Kay Kipling

Fast Track

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Names VP of Teen Initiatives

Suriya Khong joined the Boys & Girls Clubs in January 2017.

11/05/2021 By Staff

Awards

Argus Foundation to Host 2021 Lifetime Achievement Awards

This year's honorees are SRV Ventures president Bob Soran and the late Jack Shea, former president of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

11/05/2021 By Staff

Restoration

Ringling Museum Receives $1.5 Million Grant to Restore Aeolian Organ

The restoration will take more than two years.

11/05/2021 By Staff

Events

Women's Resource Center to Launch Second Year of 'Wonder Women Collective'

This year will kick off with a live event featuring Bradenton-based Game On Nation.

11/05/2021 Photography by Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Fairs and festivals, the Sarasota Orchestra's Masterworks series begins, On the Town with Choral Artists and more.

11/05/2021 By Kay Kipling

Digital Hugs

A New Facebook Page Uplifts Sarasota County Schools

The page, "We Love Our Sarasota County Schools," aims to counter negativity and celebrate the daily successes that happen at school.

11/05/2021 By Kim Doleatto

City Love

Bradenton Launches 'Love This City' Campaign

The campaign features scavenger hunts, a community art project and a holiday gift guide.

11/04/2021 By Staff

Housing

Second Heart Homes Launches New Housing and Support Program for Women

The program is an extension of the nonprofit’s support model for homeless men.

11/04/2021 By Staff

Education

Sarasota County Names 'Teacher of the Year' Finalists

They are Shannon Haddad, Jennifer Jaso and Loridia Urquiza.

11/04/2021 By Staff

Save the Sea Cow

Here's How to Celebrate Manatee Awareness Month

Here are some tips for celebrating and protecting our gentle giants.

11/04/2021 By Allison Forsyth