Weekend Planner

Your Top 9 Things to Do: May 5-11

Josephine opens at Asolo Rep, Siesta Beach amateur sand sculpture contest, Pickin’ Picnic and more.

05/05/2016 By Ilene Denton

Positive Spin

5 Great Local Bike Rides

Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of riding a bike--especially on one of these routes.

04/05/2016 By Hannah Wallace

America's No. 1 Beach

Grand Opening: Siesta Key Beach's Renovations Revealed

A public celebration of Siesta's new facilities is happening on Saturday, Feb. 20.

02/16/2016 By Hannah Wallace

V-Day Cheat Sheet

What to Do for Valentine's Day in Sarasota

A handy guide to Valentine's Day in Sarasota for every type of personality.

02/10/2016 By Megan McDonald

"I Do" All Over Again

What It's Like to Renew Your Wedding Vows on Siesta Key Beach on Valentine's Day

The longtime annual wedding vow renewal event, sponsored by Sarasota County parks and rec, takes place around Valentine’s Day.

12/01/2015 By Ilene Denton

Beach Eats

Our Concession Stand Favorites

Where to grab grub on the beach.

12/01/2015 By Cooper Levey-Baker Photography by Chad Spencer

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A Paul Rudolph-Designed Beach House Stays True to Its Heritage

The home is a tiny masterpiece.

09/30/2015 By Robert Plunket

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This Week's 8 Great #Sarasota Shots

This week: Sunset on the Ringling Bridge, a sneak peek from The Ringling's new Asian art museum and more.

09/04/2015 By Sarasota Magazine

Only in Sarasota

Only in Sarasota: Siesta Key Beach on a Sunny Morning

John Pirman illustrates Siesta Key Beach on a beautiful morning.

07/01/2015 By John Pirman

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Sarasota SUP Race Championships Kick Off June 20

The third-annual Sarasota SUP Race Championships will be held June 20 on Siesta Key Beach.

06/01/2015 By Kay Kipling

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Photo of the Week: Siesta Key Beach Cloud Cover

This week's Photo of the Week, taken on Siesta Key Beach, lets the light shine in.

03/19/2015 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

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Photo of the Week: Siesta Key Beach Sunset

This week's photo of the week provides a breathtaking sunset on Siesta Key Beach.

01/22/2015 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

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Exactly What to Do in Sarasota on Saturday Nights

When the sun starts to set, the action heats up at four fun weekend hotspots.

12/30/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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Exactly What to Do in Sarasota on Saturday Nights

When the sun starts to set, the action heats up at four fun weekend hotspots.

12/01/2014 By Hannah Wallace

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Photo of the Week: Siesta Key Perfection

This week's Photo of the Week is a sunset shot of Siesta Key Beach.

11/13/2014 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

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My New Hometown: Ringling Museum Asian Art Curator Fan Jeremy Zhang

Fan Jeremy Zhang, the Ringling Museum's new Asian art curator, settles into Sarasota.

03/01/2014 By Ilene Denton Photography by MyUnionHouse.com

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Photo of the Week: Colorful Siesta Key Beach

Siesta Key Beach has more than just feather-soft sand for your feet. It also has an array of vivid colors for your eyes!

10/31/2013 By taylorm

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Home Tour: A Modern Coastal Cottage on Siesta Key

A Siesta Key cottage with an artistic pedigree goes from tear-down to terrific.

10/01/2013 By Ilene Denton Photography by Raif Fluker

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Photo of the Week: Sarasota Lifeguard Stand Silhouette at Sunset

This week's Photo of the Week: A lifeguard stand and a dramatic sunset on Siesta Key Beach.

08/15/2013 By saraf

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iShots: Siesta Key Village

For this week's collection of iShots, photographer Robert Castro takes a colorful stroll through Siesta Key Beach and Village.

08/09/2013 By robertc