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10 Best Blow Out Services in Florida!

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Blow La La Full Service Salon & Blow Dry Bar, Sarasota, FL

Experience the epitome of salon excellence with a signature Blow La La blowout. Every strand of your hair will be in exquisite condition after your custom blowout styling session with one of our…
Experience the epitome of salon excellence with a signature Blow La La blowout. Every strand of…

10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!

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Sarasota Festival of the Arts, Sarasota, FL

Ranked as one of the top 100 craft fairs in the nation, the Sarasota Festival of the Arts features over 200 local artists from the region and around the nation. Located downtown Sarasota, this annual…
Ranked as one of the top 100 craft fairs in the nation, the Sarasota Festival of the Arts features…

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…

7 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in Florida!

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Monk's Steamer Bar, Sarasota, FL

Since 2001, Monk's has been Sarasota's go-to spot for a Bloody Mary fit for royalty. Get ready to sink your teeth into delicious shellfish appetizers and wash it all down with a Bloody Mary or…
Since 2001, Monk's has been Sarasota's go-to spot for a Bloody Mary fit for royalty. Get ready 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 Dog Kennels in Florida!

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Bayside Pet Resort, Sarasota, FL

Bayside Pet Resort in Sarasota is the paw-fect place for your furry friends. Your pet can enjoy luxurious lodging, daycare, grooming, training, and more! You can even take a tour of the resort…
Bayside Pet Resort in Sarasota is the paw-fect place for your furry friends. Your pet can enjoy…

8 Best Hibachi-style Restaurants in Florida!

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Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi, Sarasota, FL

Uncover the deep flavors of Asia at Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi! Savory and phenomenal Hibachi dishes, freshly prepared with premium ingredients, will make your mouth water. Indulge in the freshest…
Uncover the deep flavors of Asia at Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi! Savory and phenomenal Hibachi…

10 Best Margaritas in Florida!

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Wicked Cantina, Sarasota, FL

With its Mexican and Texas flavors fusion, Wicked Cantina is taking Sarasota by storm. Prepare for a heat wave because the freshest ingredients create a spicy Tex-Mex flavor that their scrumptious…
With its Mexican and Texas flavors fusion, Wicked Cantina is taking Sarasota by storm. Prepare for…

10 Best Swim Instructors in Florida!

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Aqua-Tots Swim Schools, Sarasota, FL

This place offers a unique experience for all ages, complete with certified swim instructors and a comfortable 90-degree pool. A family-friendly atmosphere paired with a "safety first, fun every…
This place offers a unique experience for all ages, complete with certified swim instructors and a…

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Florida!

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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…
Best Things In & Around Sarasota, FL
10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!

Sarasota Festival of the Arts, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Craft Fairs in Florida!
Ranked as one of the top 100 craft fairs in the nation, the Sarasota Festival of the Arts features over 200 local artists from the region and around the nation. Located downtown Sarasota, this annual… 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
7 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in Florida!

Monk's Steamer Bar, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 7 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in Florida!
Since 2001, Monk's has been Sarasota's go-to spot for a Bloody Mary fit for royalty. Get ready to sink your teeth into delicious shellfish appetizers and wash it all down with a Bloody Mary or… 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 Dog Kennels in Florida!

Bayside Pet Resort, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Dog Kennels in Florida!
Bayside Pet Resort in Sarasota is the paw-fect place for your furry friends. Your pet can enjoy luxurious lodging, daycare, grooming, training, and more! You can even take a tour of the resort… Read More
8 Best Hibachi-style Restaurants in Florida!

Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 8 Best Hibachi-style Restaurants in Florida!
Uncover the deep flavors of Asia at Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi! Savory and phenomenal Hibachi dishes, freshly prepared with premium ingredients, will make your mouth water. Indulge in the freshest… Read More
10 Best Margaritas in Florida!

Wicked Cantina, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Margaritas in Florida!
With its Mexican and Texas flavors fusion, Wicked Cantina is taking Sarasota by storm. Prepare for a heat wave because the freshest ingredients create a spicy Tex-Mex flavor that their scrumptious… Read More
10 Best Swim Instructors in Florida!

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools, Sarasota, FL

Featured in 10 Best Swim Instructors in Florida!
This place offers a unique experience for all ages, complete with certified swim instructors and a comfortable 90-degree pool. A family-friendly atmosphere paired with a "safety first, fun every… Read More
Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Florida!

The Ringling Museum

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Florida!
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… Read More
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Events around Sarasota, FL
Sep
30

St. Armands Circle Art Festival

10:00 AM
St. Armands Circle Park, Sarasota, FL
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Sep
30

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

10:00 AM
Fruitville Groves, Sarasota, FL
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Sep
30

Exhibition: Monumental Masterpieces

11:00 AM
Art Uptown Gallery, Sarasota, FL
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Sep
30

Rocky Horror Picture Show

8:00 PM
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
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Oct
01

St. Armands Circle Art Festival

10:00 AM
St. Armands Circle Park, Sarasota, FL
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Oct
01

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

10:00 AM
Fruitville Groves, Sarasota, FL
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Oct
03

Exhibition: Monumental Masterpieces

11:00 AM
Art Uptown Gallery, Sarasota, FL
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Sarasota News

District Announces Principal for Emma E. Booker Elementary School

From: Sarasota County Schools
April 22, 2023
Sarasota County, FL - Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Mrs. Cameron Parker has been selected to serve as the Principal of Emma E. Booker Elementary School, effective immediately.… Read More

Sarasota County School Board Opens Superintendent Search

From: Sarasota County Schools
April 18, 2023
The School Board of Sarasota County has opened the search process for the school district’s next Superintendent of Schools with the help of McPherson & Jacobson, LLC. Please visit… Read More

USDA Announces $29 Million to Increase American-Made Fertilizer Production

March 11, 2023
Independent Businesses Submitted More than 350 Applications for $3 Billion in Funding to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Capacity First Round of Awards Will Spur Competition and Give U.S. Farmers More… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Debunks Book Ban Hoax

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 9, 2023
Click here for a video presentation. To download, click here. ***EXPLICIT CONTENT NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN*** TAMPA, FL — On March 8th, Governor Ron DeSantis further set the record… Read More

City of Sarasota : Appointments Needed the Week of March 13 - 17, 2023 for all Passport Services at Sarasota County Clerk and Comptroller Offices

From: City of Sarasota
March 8, 2023
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 7, 20232 – To better serve Sarasota County residents, appointments will be required for all passport services at the Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Delivers State of the State Address

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 8, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 7th, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his State of the State address to the joint legislative session from the Florida House of Representatives chamber in Tallahassee.… Read More

City of Sarasota News and Updates - March 3, 2023

From: City of Sarasota
March 5, 2023
Bobby Jones Golf Club - Renovation Update Construction is progressing well on Bobby Jones Golf Club, our historic municipal golf course! The back nine fairways (holes 10-18) have been grassed and… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 17, 2023, to act on these bills. HB 11B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First Month of Toll Relief Program Savings

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL— On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Toll Relief Program, signed into law by the Governor in December 2022, concluded its first month of toll relief for… Read More

City of Sarasota: Award-Winning Bay Runner Turns One March 2

March 2, 2023
Sarasota, FL (March 1, 2023): Ridership continues to grow and surpass expectations as the inaugural year for the complimentary open-air trolley service the Bay Runner is marked Thursday, March 2.… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Five to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL —On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Martin Garcia, Bridget Ziegler, Brian Aungst Jr., Michael A. Sasso, and Ron Peri to the Central Florida… Read More

Governor DeSantis Signs One Bill

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/HB 9B – Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange and Osceola Counties Click here to view the… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 14, 2023, to act on this bill. CS/HB 9B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislation Ending the Corporate Kingdom of Walt Disney World

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, to end self-governing status and special… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jonathan “Scott” Christy, Kathy Panozzo, and Scott Reagan to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review… Read More
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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