Ca’ d’Zan Tour Special! Now through Labor Day you will receive a FREE tour of Ca’ d’Zan’s first and second floors when you purchase a Private Places Tour, which takes you into some of the more private areas of the Ringling’s beloved home. Learn more by clicking HERE.
Friday, August 15, 2014
Nathan Benderson Park To Host Sarasota SUP Series Race. The 2nd race in the Sarasota Stand Up Paddleboarding series moves to Nathan Benderson Park, Saturday, August 23rd. The races include: Elite 10 K Races, Open 5 K Races, Half Mile Grom Race, Dash for Cash Sprint Races, Landboard Race and Penny Skateboard Course Competition. There is plenty to do for the spectators as well. For more information or to register click HERE.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
“Annabelle From Sanibel” Surviving Hurricane Charley. Sarasota Author, Jane Kirschner-Tuccillo remembers writing her first children’s book, sitting peacefully on Siesta Beach, one Sunday morning, back in 2000. The poetic lines seem to flow onto her yellow legal pad, like a Spring shower. Yet, once out of the sun with the sand brushed off her feet, when she re-read her scrawl, she realized…. something was missing! She tossed the manuscript into the drawer and from time to time, would read it over, trying to figure out why it didn’t Pop. So the yellow pad sat until August 13, 2004 when Hurricane […]
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Princeton Review Ranks New College Highly. What makes New College of Florida one of the nation’s best colleges? It offers “undeniably awesome” academics and professors and students who “encourage a love of learning.” The praise for New College comes in The Princeton Review’s “Best 379 Colleges,”. The book has placed New College of Florida in the top 15 percent of all four-year institutions nationwide for the 13th consecutive year. The Princeton Review already recognized New College with the No. 2 national ranking among public colleges for quality and affordability in its annual “150 Best Value Colleges” listing, released in February. […]
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
White Buffalo Saloon Event To Benefit Center For Building Hope. Join the Center For Building Hope at White Buffalo Saloon for an evening of fun and entertainment! Proceeds from this event benefit the Center for Building Hope. Click HERE for more information. Date: Thursday, August 7, 2014 Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Venue: White Buffalo Saloon 5377 McIntosh Road Sarasota, FL 34233 Tickets: $35 purchase online, $45 at the door Included: Unlimited beer, wine and heavy appetizers
Sunday, August 3, 2014
The Ringling Photography, Art & Video In China. This exciting exhibition features photographic and video works by famous living Chinese artists. Reflecting art innovations of our media age, their works provide a fresh view of the changing cultural landscape in China. Unlike their predecessors, these new-generation artists are even bolder in applying new concepts and technology to record the inspiring moments veiled in daily life, and in creating startling and unexpected scenes. Performance and visual tricks are smartly incorporated into their works to create impressive visual and mental experiences, providing the opportunity for viewers to meditate on the invisible. August […]
Friday, August 1, 2014
Single Opera Tickets On Sale ONLINE TODAY, Friday, August 1st! Single tickets go on sale exclusively ONLINE at www.sarasotaopera.org today, Friday, August 1st, 2014 for Sarasota Opera’s 2014-2015 Fall and Winter Season, one of the grandest seasons in the company’s history. Highlights include the return of some of Sarasota Opera’s most popular productions, acclaimed artists, and the Sarasota Opera premieres of Rimsky-Korsakov’s The Golden Cockerel as well as the Verdi masterpiece Don Carlos in the original Paris version. “We are proud to present a 2014-2015 season which embodies all the elements for which we have become world renowned; Familiar operas […]
Thursday, July 31, 2014
New College Highly Ranked By Forbes Magazine. New College of Florida ranked No. 12 in Forbes magazine’s list of the country’s “Best Value Colleges” for 2014. Once again more national media recognition of how New College provides a top-quality education at an affordable price. The ranking puts New College in good company among tough competition. The nation’s military service academies (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine), which charge no tuition, occupy the first five positions in the rankings. Fellow state institutions University of Florida (No. 9) and Florida State University (No. 13) also made the list. Forbes […]
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Kitten Foster Caregivers Also Needed! Kitten Foster Caregivers Needed! Volunteers are needed to care for cats and kittens in their homes on a temporary basis. Kittens, from as young as a few days old to several weeks old, are in desperate need of TLC. Foster Caregivers are provided with needed supplies and staff support. Training is available for first time foster volunteers. A great family project this summer, and teens are eligible for community service hours. If interested in learning more, please contact Stacy at stacyj@catdepot.org. Volunteer Opportunities – ADOPTION ASSISTANTS NEEDED!! This is a great opportunity to interact with […]
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Habitat For Humanity To Break Ground On 2 Homes. Come celebrate with Habitat for Humanity Sarasota as they break ground on two homes on Sterling Lane in Sarasota. They’ve combined resources to build two houses side-by-side in the coming months. Things are better in pairs and they are getting ready to build a pair of affordable homes for two deserving families. Join Habitat Sarasota as it doubles its homebuilding efforts. Two is always better than one! Groundbreaking Ceremony Thursday, August 7, 2014 9:30-10:15 am 2944 & 2936 Sterling Lane, Sarasota, FL 34231
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Get A Jump On The Holidays And Support 2 Local Charities. Start enjoying Christmas in July and reserve your freshly-cut, handmade, holiday wreaths from Taylor’s Trees (a tree farm in Maine, planted by the Emmons Family prior to Taylor’s loss), before the rush of the season hits. If the last two years of sales are any indication, these gorgeous, 22-inch, double-sided, Balsam Fir wreaths will sell out quickly. Anyone interested in supporting these two great causes (Taylor Emmons Scholarship Foundation & The Human Society of Sarasota County) and receiving a handmade holiday wreath, whether for personal use or as a […]
Thursday, July 24, 2014
33 Not-For-Profit Organizations Receive Grants. The MSC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Michael Saunders & Company, has awarded its 2014 mid-year charitable grants. Grants totaling $34,250 were accepted by leaders of 33 not-for-profit organizations whose charitable activities operate mainly at the grass-roots level in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties. Drayton Saunders, the firm’s president and foundation vice president, presided over the grants presentation. Grant recipients in this latest cycle of charitable outreach by the MSC Foundation’s include ALSO Youth, Inc., Big Brothers & Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County, Community Haven, Crossroads AMI […]
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Third Annual ABC 7 Honorees Recognized. ABC 7 announced this year’s “7 Who Care,” a public service program to recognize outstanding Suncoast volunteers, honorees: Frank Gurney of Venice Alice Faye Jones of Sarasota Kellee Keller of Nokomis Mark Morin of Siesta Key Naba Rahman of Osprey Fernando Rivera of Bradenton Richard Wellenberger of Bradenton In making the announcement, Jeff Benninghoff, Vice President/Broadcast, Calkins Media & General Manager, ABC 7, said, “Our seven honorees personify the spirit of volunteerism and have made invaluable contributions to the Suncoast community, each in his or her own extraordinary way. It is our privilege to […]
Friday, July 18, 2014
So You Think You Can Dance? This may be your big break! Bolero Sarasota is a large-scale choreographic event that will include community members and dancers in a performance celebrating our beautiful city. Choreographed by Larry Keigwin, the Bolero Sarasota performance will take place in the Museum of Art Courtyard as part of the RIAF Opening Night Celebration. You don’t have to be a pro to participate — Bolero Sarasota will be designed for performers of all ages and levels of dance experience. So put on your dancing shoes and attend the Bolero Sarasota open call audition! Click HERE to […]
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Boat Race & Award Celebration. Super Boat Race Lido Beach (Between New Pass and Big Pass) 2 Heats at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Streaming Coverage: www.Superboat.com Please remember: No glass containers or pets are allowed on Lido Beach Race Awards Celebration Hyatt Regency Sarasota Ballroom Awards ceremony scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Celebrate With Winning Teams – Free Admission – Cash Bar
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