Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: Manasota Key Modern With a Bohemian Vibe

This home was built back in 1973 but has been added to and updated over the years—and it typifies what makes Manasota Key so special.

10/22/2020 By Robert Plunket

The 45th Anniversary Orchid Show: Women Breaking the Glasshouse Ceiling

See the spectacular display of living orchids through November 29.

10/22/2020

Outdoor Adventures

Let's Ride Electric Bikes on Siesta Key Beach

Cruise along Siesta's white sand on an electric bike with Endless Summer SRQ.

10/22/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Jobs

CareerSource Suncoast to Participate in 'Paychecks for Patriots' Hiring Event

This year's event will take place virtually on Nov. 12.

10/21/2020 By Staff

Made In Sarasota-Manatee

A showcase of talent and skill in Sarasota-Manatee. With so many challenges facing business owners, it’s more important than ever to support these makers, creators and service providers.

10/21/2020

Coronavirus

Sarasota County Schools Extends Face Covering Policy

But the vote attracted passionate responses from both sides.

10/21/2020 By Staff

Pets

DOGPerfect, Animal Rescue Coalition Team Up to Prevent Animal Homelessness

DOGPerfect will offer free Perfect Club memberships to all who spend more than $60 at ARC’s clinic through the end of the year.

10/21/2020 By Staff

Conservation

Conservation Foundation Announces Myakka Headwaters Protected

The 363 acres at the headwaters of the Myakka River in Myakka City are next to the 2,300-acre Flatford Swamp, the river's largest forested wetland.

10/21/2020 By Staff

Local Lessons

New Children's Book Explores Bradenton's History

More than 6,000 copies of Old Manatee A to Z have been donated to local third- and fourth-graders.

10/21/2020 By Allison Forsyth

Happy Halloween!

Everything You Need to Celebrate Halloween in Sarasota

From quarantine costumes to trick-or-treat alternatives, we've got everything you need for a great—and safe—Halloween.

10/21/2020

She’s a Gem

What’s In Her Bag: Crystal Cave Owner Susan Moen

A big fan of Halloween and Dio de Los Muertos, Moen really does carry rocks in her purse.

10/21/2020 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Ghost Town

A Peek Into Sarasota's Haunted History

Swapping ghost stories with local medium and "Ghost and Gruesomes" tour guide Bob Hunt-McClimen.

10/21/2020 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Dressed in Distress

Five Do-It-Yourself Quarantine Costume Ideas

An illustrated guide for creating this year’s signature Halloween looks.

10/21/2020 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson Illustrations by Stewart Leith

Fright Night

Our Top 10 Trick-or-Treating Alternatives

Don't feel comfortable going out this year? From scavenger hunts to scary zoom sessions, here are our top Halloween alternatives for ghouls of all ages.

10/21/2020 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson