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The Ringling Museum

The Big Top comes alive in this fantastic museum in Sarasota. Not only are there miniature displays, there are also many historic artifacts. If clowns scare you, there's another building devoted to…
The Big Top comes alive in this fantastic museum in Sarasota. Not only are there miniature…

8 Best Pho Restaurants in Florida

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Pho Cali, Sarasota, FL

This busy locale has become a local legend thanks to its amazing pho. Their list of pho soups is one of the most lengthy you’ll find anywhere, ensuring every appetite can find something they…
This busy locale has become a local legend thanks to its amazing pho. Their list of pho soups is…

The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Florida!

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KaCey’s Seafood, Sarasota, FL

This upbeat seafood place offers affordable meals with some of the friendliest service around. Here you can expect a full selection of seafood favorites, including fish tacos, ahi tuna, and mahi, to…
This upbeat seafood place offers affordable meals with some of the friendliest service around. Here…

10 Best Shopping Outlets in Florida

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Crossings at Siesta Key, Sarasota, FL

If you’re in beautiful Sarasota and you’re in need of a few new additions to your wardrobe or any number of other fun treats, head to Crossings at Siesta Key. It has all the essentials…
If you’re in beautiful Sarasota and you’re in need of a few new additions to your…

10 Best Hair Salons in Florida

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Inspirations Salon, Sarasota, FL

No matter what you want to do with your hair, Inspirations Salon can probably bring your vision to life. A haircut that reinvents who you are? Check. Coloring services that inject a dose of fun into…
No matter what you want to do with your hair, Inspirations Salon can probably bring your vision to…

10 Best Piercing Shops in Florida

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Z-Edge Tattoo and Body Piercing, Sarasota, FL

If you want a piercing, only trust the best. Z-Edge Tattoo and Body Piercing is the home of Sarasota’s only award-winning body piercer. You can rest assured that you’re getting skillful…
If you want a piercing, only trust the best. Z-Edge Tattoo and Body Piercing is the home of…

10 Best Furniture Stores in Florida

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Soft Square, Sarasota, FL

Soft Square is a genuinely unique furniture store and a favorite for all Sarasotans who love a modern style for their home. This local shop carries dozens of high-quality and trendy brands so…
Soft Square is a genuinely unique furniture store and a favorite for all Sarasotans who love a…

Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

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Asolo Repertory Theatre, Sarasota, FL

Since its opening, the Asolo Repertory Theatre has successfully reflected Sarasota’s impressive arts scene through their top-notch productions. With three separate stages, there are always…
Since its opening, the Asolo Repertory Theatre has successfully reflected Sarasota’s…

The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Florida!

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Gold Star Donuts, Sarasota, FL

This doughnut shop has been around for decades, and for good reason—the staff is friendly, the selection is plentiful, and the taste is unbeatable. Guests swoon over delicious cinnamon rolls,…
This doughnut shop has been around for decades, and for good reason—the staff is friendly,…

The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

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CaliFlorida Surf & Skate Shop, Siesta Key, FL

Don’t let the beachy exterior fool you—they may specialize in surfing, but they’re equally talented in serving the longboarding community. Here you rent your pick of longboards or…
Don’t let the beachy exterior fool you—they may specialize in surfing, but…
Best Things In & Around Longboat Key, FL
8 Best Pho Restaurants in Florida

Pho Cali, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 8 Best Pho Restaurants in Florida
This busy locale has become a local legend thanks to its amazing pho. Their list of pho soups is one of the most lengthy you’ll find anywhere, ensuring every appetite can find something they… Read More
The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!

CaliFlorida Surf & Skate Shop, Siesta Key, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Skate Shops in Florida!
Don’t let the beachy exterior fool you—they may specialize in surfing, but they’re equally talented in serving the longboarding community. Here you rent your pick of longboards or… Read More
The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Florida!

KaCey’s Seafood, Sarasota, FL

Featured in The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Florida!
This upbeat seafood place offers affordable meals with some of the friendliest service around. Here you can expect a full selection of seafood favorites, including fish tacos, ahi tuna, and mahi, to… Read More
10 Best Shopping Outlets in Florida

Crossings at Siesta Key, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Shopping Outlets in Florida
If you’re in beautiful Sarasota and you’re in need of a few new additions to your wardrobe or any number of other fun treats, head to Crossings at Siesta Key. It has all the essentials… Read More
10 Best Hair Salons in Florida

Inspirations Salon, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Hair Salons in Florida
No matter what you want to do with your hair, Inspirations Salon can probably bring your vision to life. A haircut that reinvents who you are? Check. Coloring services that inject a dose of fun into… Read More
10 Best Piercing Shops in Florida

Z-Edge Tattoo and Body Piercing, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Piercing Shops in Florida
If you want a piercing, only trust the best. Z-Edge Tattoo and Body Piercing is the home of Sarasota’s only award-winning body piercer. You can rest assured that you’re getting skillful… Read More
10 Best Furniture Stores in Florida

Soft Square, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Furniture Stores in Florida
Soft Square is a genuinely unique furniture store and a favorite for all Sarasotans who love a modern style for their home. This local shop carries dozens of high-quality and trendy brands so… Read More
Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

Asolo Repertory Theatre, Sarasota, FL

Featured in Florida's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!
Since its opening, the Asolo Repertory Theatre has successfully reflected Sarasota’s impressive arts scene through their top-notch productions. With three separate stages, there are always… Read More
The 14 Best Restaurants in Florida!

Beach Bistro, Holmes Beach, FL

Featured in The 14 Best Restaurants in Florida!
There are a lot of waterfront restaurants in the area but few have earned the many and varied accolades of this one. Fine Florida fare served by warmly welcoming waiters. Also known for line-caught… Read More
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Events around Longboat Key, FL
Dec
07

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

7:30 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
08

Chris Isaak

7:30 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
09

Three Dog Night

8:00 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
09

Three Dog Night

8:00 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
10

Sarasota Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival

10:00 AM
J.D. Hamel Park, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
11

Sarasota Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival

10:00 AM
J.D. Hamel Park, Sarasota, FL
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Dec
11

Lewis Black

7:00 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
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Longboat Key News

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Announce Funding to Repair Homes and Meet Unmet Needs of Hurricane Ian Impacted Residents

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 5, 2022
Up to $25 million from the State of Florida will go toward purchasing building materials to conduct repairs and up to $35.2 million from the Florida Disaster Fund will go to housing and social… Read More

Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Naval Air Station Pensacola Remembrance Day

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 5, 2022
On December 6, 2019, a horrific act of terrorism was committed at Naval Air Station Pensacola, taking the lives of three U.S. Navy sailors and injuring other heroic victims. As a mark of respect for… Read More

Inaugural Native American Heritage Month Student and Educator Contest Winners Announced in Ceremony at Governor’s Mansion

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — This week, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis honored Native American Heritage Month with a reception at the Governor’s Mansion. At the event, the… Read More

Florida Treasury Divesting $2 Billion from BlackRock

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Floridians, This week, I announced that the Florida Treasury is going to begin divesting $2 billion worth of assets that are currently under the management of BlackRock. As your CFO, it is one of… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Two Judicial Appointments

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 2, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Dec 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announces two judicial appointments: one to the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court and one to the Palm Beach County Court. John Parnofiello,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards Over $22 Million for Water Quality Projects to Benefit Biscayne Bay

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
December 1, 2022
Key Biscayne, FL — On Dec 1st, Governor Ron DeSantis announced seven awards totaling $22.7 million to support water quality improvements and protection of Biscayne Bay. Projects funded through… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $5.5 Million for Infrastructure in Jacksonville Through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 29, 2022
Jacksonville, FL — On Nov 29th, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $5.5 million to the City of Jacksonville through the Governor’s Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to construct a rail spur for… Read More

Governor DeSantis Appoints Roberto Gonzalez to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 24, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 23rd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Roberto Gonzalez to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, District 11. Roberto Gonzalez Gonzalez,… Read More

Join the Holiday Money Hunt this Season

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Floridians, On Nov 22nd, I would like to encourage all Floridians to join the Holiday Money Hunt to look and see if you or your business has Unclaimed Property in Florida. The holidays can be an… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes One Judicial Nominating Commission Appointment

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 22nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announces the following appointment to Florida’s Judicial Nominating Commission. First Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating… Read More

Video Release: Governor Ron DeSantis Wishes Floridians a Happy Thanksgiving

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 23, 2022
Video available for use courtesy of the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis. Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 22nd, Governor Ron DeSantis released a video in advance of Thanksgiving: I want to wish… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Unite Florida Portal for State Sheltering and Housing Assistance

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 22, 2022
Residents impacted by Hurricane Ian can visit the Unite Florida Recovery Portal to report sheltering and housing needs and additional unmet needs Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 21st, Governor… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Daniel Espino to the School Board of Miami-Dade County

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 22, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 21st, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Daniel Espino to the School Board of Miami-Dade County effective November 22, 2022. Daniel Espino Espino, of… Read More

Florida Creates Jobs for the 30th Consecutive Month, Shows Economic Resiliency Despite Impacts of Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 18, 2022
More Floridians Enter the Workforce While National Labor Force Shrinks Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 18th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s economic data continues to show… Read More

WellMed Charitable Foundation Contributes $400,000 to Support First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Hope Hero Volunteer Program

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
November 18, 2022
Tallahassee, FL — On Nov 18th, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that Florida’s Aging Network received a $400,000 grant from the WellMed Charitable Foundation to continue support of… Read More
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Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
Mote Marine Laboratory has been a leader in marine research since it was founded in 1955. Today, we incorporate public outreach as a key part of ou... Read More

The Ringling Museum Of Art

The Ringling Museum Of Art
5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
History A Passion Begins John Ringling was one of the early 20th century's most prolific collectors of art. The Museum of Art is his legacy. In ... Read More

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
A tropical adventure awaits all who visit Sarasota Jungle Gardens. One of the oldest continuously operating attractions in Florida, Sarasota Jungle... Read More

Asolo Repertory Theatre

Asolo Repertory Theatre
5555 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
About Us: Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, is one of the most important cultural forces in the Southeastern ... Read More

Island Style Watersports

Island Style Watersports
2433 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
We are locally and owned and operated since 1993. We have been teaching windsurfing professionally since 1987, and kiteboarding and kiteboard coach... Read More

Sea Life Kayak Adventures

Sea Life Kayak Adventures
100 Taft Drive, Sarasota, FL
Sea Life Kayak Adventures come from science and conservation backgrounds and are members/volunteers of several environmental and wildlife organizat... Read More

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
900 South Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
Mission:To provide an oasis of inspiration and tranquility, while furthering the understanding and appreciation of plants, especially epiphytes.Vis... Read More

P(a)yne Skate Park

P(a)yne Skate Park
2110 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL
In November of 2010, a local non-profit made up of local skateboarders got involved with the city of Sarasota to take over operations of Payne... Read More

The Circus Arts Conservatory

The Circus Arts Conservatory
2075 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL
Mission The mission of The Circus Arts Conservatory is to engage and educate children using unique and innovative learning programs; to measurably... Read More
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