The Prince of Tides

A Beach Clean-Up Honors the Late Rich Schineller's Love of Sarasota's Shoreline

The sunset gathering on Aug. 5 on Siesta Key will honor Schineller, who died of blood cancer in 2023, with stories and service by the sea he loved.

07/30/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Fab Forward

The Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest Celebrates 15 Years This Weekend

All are welcome at the event on May 10 at Five Points Park in downtown Sarasota.

05/07/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Full of Pride

Sarasota City Commissioners Approve Flying Pride Flag at City Hall Next Month

In a unanimous vote, commissioners OKed flying the flag from May 5 through May 12.

04/23/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Magic M.D.

Dr. Howard Cohen Brings Close-Up Magic to Sarasota

By day, Cohen treats patients here in town. By night, as magician Howard Stevens, he conjures wonder, one sleight of hand at a time.

03/14/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Health Care

Approved: Upcoming 'Freedom Fest' in Downtown Sarasota May Feature Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo

The festival will take place April 14 at Five Points Park; the same day Dr. Anthony Fauci is set to talk at the Van Wezel.

03/05/2025 By Kim Doleatto

What Lies Ahead

An Architecture Sarasota Speaker Series Is Bringing in Renowned Urbanists to Discuss Our City's Future

'We want to spark ideas on how we might strategize around affordable housing, climate resilience and the challenges of growing while maintaining Sarasota’s identity.'

02/07/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Hello, Neighbor

The Former Circus City Architectural Salvage Building Will Become a New Event Space

The almost 6,000-square-foot space on the corner of Central Avenue and 10th Street will be home to Aleur Event Collective, which is set to open this fall.

08/21/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Bam! Pow!

SiestaCon Is Saturday. Break Out Your Masks, Capes and Armor.

The event, organized by Dark Side comic shop owner Brian Polizzi, will feature more than 100 vendors as well as food, panel discussions and more.

05/07/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Luxury Address

Take a First Look at The St. Regis Longboat Key, Slated to Open Late This Summer

Amenities at the $800 million resort complex include a marine wildlife lagoon, snow showers (yes, really!), events spaces and multiple dining options.

05/03/2024 By Kim Doleatto

XO

Check Out This List of Local Valentine's Day Events

The countdown is on for showing love, and everyone's invited. From free laughs to sexy acts, there's something out there for everyone, regardless of status or situationship.

02/02/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Ora Hour

A Look at The Ora, Sarasota's Newest Events Venue

The Ora will offer fine-dining catering and top-tier tech, but it's also helping to fill the area's need for more luxury event space with lots of square footage.

01/23/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Green Dreams

Carl Hiaasen Will Headline Sarasota's Green Living Expo and EcoSummit This December

The weekend also features a trade show, film screening, panel discussions, music and more.

08/21/2023 By Staff

Read This

You’re Invited to a Free Banned Book Fair and Read-In on May 3

In response to recent censorship legislation, the public is invited to join in a book fair to increase access to books, read banned ones and connect.

04/27/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Motown Muse

Broadway Front Man Chester Gregory Will Perform Live Music at McCurdy's

The acclaimed actor and singer is performing a Motown tribute at the comedy hub for its new "Monday Night Music" series.

04/05/2023 By Kim Doleatto

SEA and Be Seen

Get a Sneak Peek of Mote's New Aquarium at This Year's 'SEAsonal' Tasting

Enjoy light bites, beer and wine while supporting the aquarium's newest endeavor.

04/04/2023 By Lauren Jackson

High Winds

Photos: Sarasota Youth Sailing’s Annual Sailfest Regatta

This past weekend, the 35th annual regatta drew more than 250 young sailors to race off the shore of the Sarasota Sailing Squadron and Ken Thompson Park.

04/03/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Sparkle on

Sarasota's First 'Night to Shine' Was a Celebration to Remember

Last Friday night, more than 60 attendees with special needs walked the red carpet at the prom-inspired celebration.

02/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

A Perfect 10

A Fast-Paced, Fan-Favorite Special Speaker Event is Back

After a two-year hiatus, 10x10, which features 10 local presenters each with 10 slides and five minutes to speak, is back.

01/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

L'Chaim!

The Sarasota Jewish Food Festival Returns This Month

The annual Temple Sinai event will feature plenty of beloved Jewish food and fun for the whole family.

01/11/2023 By Lauren Jackson

The Big Reveal

Check Out the Winners of the Upcoming Embracing Our Differences Exhibit

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the annual outdoor art exhibit will tour Sarasota, North Port and Bradenton, starting next month.

12/09/2022 By Kim Doleatto