The Life Aquatic

Everything You Need to Know About Boating in Sarasota

From water adventures to dockside dining, here’s your guide to boating in Sarasota.

03/05/2021

Boat Club Boom

Sarasota Boat Clubs Are Booming

Membership in boat-sharing clubs is soaring thanks to Covid-19.

03/05/2021 Photography by Allison Forsyth

Mobile Home

Why One Sarasota Couple Decided to Live on Their Boat—For Good

“We said, ‘We’re not going to do this when we’re 80. If we’re going to do it, let’s do it.'"

03/05/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Staying Afloat

Pat Ball Is Keeping Sarasota’s Rich Tradition of Boat Building Alive

Ball reflects on his lifelong friendship with legendary local boat maker George Luzier.

03/05/2021 By Kay Kipling

Dockside Dining

The Best Dockside Dining in Sarasota

Where to tie up for a great meal while you’re out on the water.

03/05/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Boating Guide

Five Great Boating Adventures

Take to the seas with these recreational day trips and overnight excursions.

03/05/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Go with the flow

'Get Bent' at a Sarasota Couple’s New Yoga Studio

Janine and Joshua Martin opened Get Bent Yoga Studio on Monday. They share some tips on how to meditate at home.

03/05/2021 Photography by Kim Doleatto

Sneak Preview

View Exclusive Spaces at the Junior League of Sarasota Tour of Homes March 5-7

This year, the 44th annual Tour of Homes goes virtual and showcases four luxury residences.

03/05/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Fast Track

Manatee Technical College Names Business/Industry Services Coordinator

In her new role, Koester will connect the local business community to more than 50 MTC workforce training programs.

03/04/2021 By Staff

Expansions

Certified Collectibles Group Expands Sarasota Footprint to 82,000 Square Feet

The company recently purchased a 21,000-square-foot facility in Lakewood Ranch.

03/04/2021 By Staff

Events

Sarasota Chamber Announces 2021 Annual Breakfast

The featured speaker will be John McCarthy, vice-president of Historic Spanish Point.

03/04/2021 By Staff

Marketing

Knight Marketing Rebrands as Knight Strategic Communications

Former Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight, now CEO of First Step, will serve as a public affairs and nonprofit consultant .

03/04/2021 By Staff

The Pandemic

Local Pharmacies Begin Offering Covid-19 Vaccines to Teachers Under 50

CVS Pharmacy is offering the vaccine in 24 cities across the state, including Bradenton; Publix will open its vaccine registration to educators on March 5.

03/04/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Up for the Challenge

New City Manager Marlon Brown on a New Commission, New Projects and the Challenges Ahead

Brown was named Sarasota’s city manager in January, after serving as deputy city manager since 2009.

03/04/2021 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gulf Gate on the Grow

Four New Restaurants Have Opened in Gulf Gate

Covid-19 hasn't slowed the dining district's growth.

03/04/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: March 4-10

Circus stars perform for a benefit, the Sarasota Ballet goes outdoors, film fests, a home tour, concerts and more.

03/04/2021 By Kay Kipling

Now on View

New Shows Fill Ringling College Galleries

The work ranges from glass to paintings, photos, collage and more.

03/04/2021 By Kay Kipling

Curtain Up!

Venice Theatre Is Back in (Show) Business

After closing twice during the long pandemic year, VT reopens with several shows, starting this month.

03/04/2021 By Kay Kipling

Sponsored Content

The Brain Health Initiative (BHI) Be Brain Healthy movement

Taking preventative steps to keep our brains healthy, resilient, and performing optimally can have significant impacts on our health and life achievement.

03/04/2021 By Stephanie Peabody, PsyD, HSPP, Neuropsychologist; Founder and Executive Director, Brain Health Initiative

Commercial Real Estate

Mickey’s Pet Supplies Signs Lease in Sarasota Industrial Property

The industrial complex is fully leased after eight weeks.

03/03/2021 By Staff