BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sarasota Underground - ECPv6.15.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sarasota Underground REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171009T223000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20171005T234459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T234459Z UID:87214-1507539600-1507588200@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Planning and Development Committee- Blue Pagoda DESCRIPTION:join the board as the recap the presentations from the four finalist planning firms. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/planning-development-committee-blue-pagoda/ LOCATION:Blue Pagoda\, 655 North Tamiami Trail\, Sarasota\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Bayfront,Community,Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/10/The-bay-bkg-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SBPO":MAILTO:sue.stewart@sbpo.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20170428T042526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T042526Z UID:81610-1493463600-1493485200@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Paradise Portraits (Launch Party) DESCRIPTION:Hey there friends\, I have a really special project that I’d like to talk to you about. Most of you know that I am 1/3 of Boyce Avenue\, but I’m not sure how many of you know that I also do a lot of the creative design work for our band\, Boyce Avenue. This includes album artwork\, tour posters\, t-shirt designs\, etc. Well\, now I’m using my art skills to try and raise some support for the homeless community here in Sarasota\, FL. I’m calling the project Paradise Portraits. I’m going to be painting a series of oil-based portraits and a portion of the profits is going to go directly toward helping these homeless individuals through a foundation here in town. There are so many special\, inspirational people out there who have fallen on hard times and these paintings will help get them back on their feet again. These portraits will take a while to complete\, so in the meantime I’ve released a few Paradise Portrait t-shirt designs to help get the project started. Please come hang with us on Saturday April 29 to support this exciting new project. A portion of the profits from these t-shirts will go directly to the heart of the cause. You can also follow along on social media\, just search for @TheseQuietSounds or #ParadisePortraits on all of the major social media platforms. Thank you so much for listening\, I appreciate your time and I hope to see you on the 29th. – Fabian Manzano URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/paradise-portraits-launch-party/ LOCATION:TQS – Sarasota\, FL\, 6561 Superior Ave\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/04/70b03c7a60adb84343a4efa5c4d170a9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170228T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20170226T125427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170226T125427Z UID:79280-1488304800-1488308400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:YPG Community Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join our Community Committee at World of Beer – Main Street for another great opportunity to give back\, learn about local issues\, make an impact and have a voice in the future of Sarasota! \nWhat: YPG Community Committee\nWhere: World of Beer on Main\nWhen: February 28th\, 2017 | 6:00-7:00pm URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/ypg-community-committee-meeting-3/ CATEGORIES:Community,Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/02/94a531762b2a558e8b38a928a9c122ed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T200000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20170101T013816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170117T025418Z UID:76513-1487181600-1487188800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:The State of Sarasota - A Community Town Hall Event DESCRIPTION:Hello Sarasota\, \nI wanted to invite you to our upcoming Town Hall event. It’s an opportunity for you to learn more about what is going on in your community\, and share your ideas about how best to move Sarasota forward. \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n I'd like to...\n \n Sponsor this event\n \n \n Volunteer at this event\n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms.\n \nHere is an overview of the Town Hall Event. \nMain purpose of event: \n\nBuild community and generate excitement about important community issues\nDrive awareness for upcoming local elections and the importance of local civic involvement\nCreate unique exposure opportunities for local civic and business partner organizations\n\nTeam: \nThe event is being hosted by the Sarasota Underground with the support of Clear Idea Labs\, and a number of other local businesses and community organizations. A full list of community partners will be posted on this page soon. \nCandidate Forum: \nAll announced candidates have been confirmed and will be in attendance. Leading up to the event you will have an opportunity to submit questions for the candidates\, and suggest topics for discussion during our open community forum. \nVendors: \nSU is inviting local businesses and organizations to support the town hall event with a sponsorship which would include a table at the event\, and the ability to showcase their business or organization to a broad segment of Sarasota residents. There are also long term founding partner sponsorship opportunities that will be announced as we move forward. If you are interested in being a sponsor please fill out the form on this page and click the box for partner information. \nCreative involvement: \nWe will be including a creative component to the town hall\, where we involve the SU Creative Partners in an interactive part of the event. To learn more about how you can become a creative partner click here. \nBreakout sessions: \nIn addition to the candidate forum\, we will be having community workshops and breakout sessions to tap into the community mind and to solicit input on a number of relevant community initiatives. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/state-sarasota-community-town-hall-event/ LOCATION:Municipal Auditorium\, 801 N Tamiami Trail\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking,Politics,SU Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2015/08/SU-Town-Hall-Feature-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20170131T185927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T190412Z UID:78268-1486407600-1486407600@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Lights of the Station. Sound Stage Soiree #6 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Gator Club February 6th from 7-Midnight for live local music\, and to learn more about the new sound stage over at the Ringling College of Art & Design. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/sound-stage-soiree-6/ LOCATION:Gator Club\, 1490 Main St\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/01/soundstage-soiree-description-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Semkhor Productions":MAILTO:partysrq@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20161130T073550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T073550Z UID:75783-1481045400-1481050800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Outreach Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about the new YPG Outreach committee\, and how you can get involved in helping us connect with our membership and build commmunity partnerships. \nWe will be in the back room on the bar side of State Street. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/outreach-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:State Street Eating House + Cocktails\, 1533 State St\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Meeting,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/11/fd2c3e799825047f3d9566cf7cde1bff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T203000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20161114T180244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161114T180244Z UID:75404-1480699800-1480710600@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Holiday Night of Lights DESCRIPTION:Crab & Fin Restaurant & the St. Armands Circle Association proudly present “Holiday Night of Lights”. St. Armands is THE holiday destination\, on the Gulf Coast of Florida\, as the Circle magically comes to light and life with grace and elegance. “Holiday Night of Lights” is St. Armands official “kick off” to the holiday season. The event begins with a special performances at 5:30 pm by the Sarasota High School Theatre Dance Troupe & Chamber Choir. Join in with our annual Christmas Carol Sing-a-long beginning at 6:00 pm\, followed by the arrival of Santa in his spectacular sleigh and our tree lighting ceremony. Photos with Santa are available throughout the evening from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Enjoy holiday entertainment\, special store promotions and gracious hospitality provided by our many shops and restaurants. We do recommend making your dinner Reservations\, in advance\, at our many fine Circle restaurants. A special evening for the young and the “young at heart”. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/holiday-night-lights/ LOCATION:St Armands Circle Park\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/11/a2f5ad6332e0f0c794e2c2f8d79a304d-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161021T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161021T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160912T035153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T035153Z UID:74195-1477065600-1477076400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Come Celebrate our One Year Anniversary w/ Station 2 Innovation DESCRIPTION:Come Celebrate our One Year Anniversary at Station 2 Innovation \nWHEN: Friday\, October 21st\, 4pm – 7pm \nWHERE: 912 7th Ave East\, Bradenton\, FL 34208 \nThe team at Station 2 Innovation is excited to invite you to join us at our first anniversary celebration! A community built on coworking\, mutuality\, support\, connections\, and business savvy\, Station 2 Innovation celebrates a successful one year anniversary with you. And what a year it’s been – from our soft launch early last year until now\, Station 2 has served over four thousand entrepreneur visits! Through a variety of offerings including our weekly Meetup\, “Entrepreneurs & Startups” and onto networking events\, workshops\, VIP meetings\, and summer student programs – we serve a variety of businesses and entrepreneurs of all ages. \nJoin us for hors d’oeuvres and refreshments including coffee\, wine\, and beer at our milestone event. Catch some of our stats from this last year\, meet some of our summer student entrepreneurs\, and chat with speakers\, sponsors and clients who will enliven you with stories of how their businesses and ideas grew from the relationships made during this journey we’ve all been a part of. Sara Hand\, Executive Director at Station 2\, says of our entrepreneurial community\, “When people work together\, we leverage our valuable resources of time\, talent and finances. Through face-to-face connections and a supportive\, open atmosphere\, the Station 2 Innovation community has amplified the efforts we’ve started here in Bradenton. When we connect the dots\, we propel our clients\, coworkers\, and broader community into new opportunities\, achievements\, and collective success.” \nAt Station 2 Innovation our focus is entrepreneur education and building community. People thrive in connected communities and businesses flourish. Strong business growth impacts everyone. Statistics show most new job growth in the U.S. is happening in companies of less than 10 employees. With technology making it possible to work anywhere and live where you want – truly the entrepreneur/independent economy “is” at work. Stan Schultes\, Resident Innovation Architect at Station 2\, says “The Innovation Center provides a platform to network\, learn\, and share ideas and business acumen without feeling pressured. It is part of our local ecosystem of job growth and technology allowing startups and existing businesses to start or relocate to our wonderful area blessed with so many amenities. By helping to grow and retain businesses here in Bradenton\, it produces more employment and a more vibrant area to live\, work\, and play.” \nEntrepreneurs at all stages of development are invited to participate and to become involved in the Station 2 community. With networking\, peer support\, continuing education and mentorship\, Station 2 Innovation provides resources to help businesses and people grow. Norman Dempsey\, Station 2 Innovation’s Resident Tech Innovator & Social Media Manager\, invites the public to stop in for a tour or to pick up one of the many free resources available to the community. “We’re fortunate to have the support of a great deal of entrepreneurial and technology based backers and we’ve leveraged this into free and sponsored resources to help businesses grow. Stop by and pick up our Entrepreneurial Resource Kit or any other number of useful handouts we share here at the station or online. We’re not here to collect business cards; we endeavor to create lasting\, meaningful relationships that connect people in positive ways. So feel free to follow our social media channels for up-to-date news and events surrounding Station 2 and let’s drive our region forward together.” \nStation 2 Innovation Social Media Links: https://station2innovation.com/contact-us/ URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/come-celebrate-our-one-year-anniversary-w-station-2-innovation/ LOCATION:Station 2 Innovation\, 912 7th Ave East\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34208\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/09/facebook_event_1589522948016090.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161006T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161006T230000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160920T224327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160920T224327Z UID:74282-1475784000-1475794800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Ringling Underground DESCRIPTION:Ringling Underground:\nA series of one night only events combining live music and experiential artworks in the Courtyard.\n______________________+MUSIC_____________________\nRingling Undergorund and SRQ Arts Presenters Presents: \nRoadkill Ghost Choir is an American alternative rock band from DeLand\, Florida. \nIn January 2014 they performed on Late Night with David Letterman\, and have had notable appearances at Bonnaroo\, Lollapalooza and Governors Ball festivals. In August 2014\, the band released their debut full-length album In Tongues\, produced by Doug Boehm (Powderfinger\, The Vines\, Booker T. Jones). \nTheir sound has been described as “combining the experimental edge of Radiohead and the dusty roots-rock of Tom Petty\, tailor-made for arena-sized\, prog-rock festivals and grassy\, pastoral stages alike. \nSomeday River (ORL)\nAn experimental folk rock project and art platform envisioned by Greyson Charnock in Spring of 2015. Incorporating sweeping drum patterns and funk bass over songs rooted in folk\, the band crystallizes into their full sound. From the Salty Coasts to the Swampy Center of Florida\, Someday River draws their inspiration; weaving compositions\, and painting sound-scenes with a likeness to the ebb and flow of the inevitable tides. Using texture and dynamic the band brings you along with them on an experiential journey through their live performance. \nBLONK ( ORL/SRQ)\nBLONK is a three piece postmodern rock band playing original music out of sunny Orlando Florida. The band was gloriously formed in the summer of 2014 by Dr. Robert Zuclich on drums\, Tim on bass\, and Vladimir Dragonheart Rachmoninov on guitar and vocals. Listen for yourself and see why BLONK is the premier postmodern rock band of all space and time. There are many fine songs here on this website for your immediate pleasure\, and you are tenderly encouraged to visit us at our shows or to contact us for friendship and comradery. \n____________________ +ART__________________________\nArt in the Courtyard at Ringling Underground:\nRingling Underground event and artist liaison Sarah Viviana Valdez presents: TBA \nRingling Underground is always free for college students with a valid college ID. It is an extension of the Art After 5 program held on Thursdays after 5 p.m. After hours discounted admission is $15 for adults; $5 for children 6-17\, children 5 and under and Museum Members are free. \nCash bar provided by Modern Events at The Ringling. \nTaco and quesadilla station compliments of Poppo’s Taqueria! \nRingling Underground is a rain or shine event.\nShare your Underground experiences on social media using the hashtag: #RinglingUnderground URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/ringling-underground-3/ LOCATION:The Ringling\, 5401 Bay Shore Rd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34243\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Outreach,Culture,Entertainment,Music,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/09/facebook_event_1674301592887202.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160930T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161001T013000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160920T223523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160920T223523Z UID:74296-1475263800-1475285400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Fabulous Independent Film Festival Opening Night Film and Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Fabulous Independent Film Festival Opening Night Film ‘Closet Monster’ at Burns Court Cinema! This edgy award winning coming-of-age film follows the life of a scarred gay teen having his first tumultuous boyfriend experience while guided by his spirit animal\, Buffy the Hamster. \nAfterward\, join us for the opening night party at MADE Restaurant! We’ll have complementary light bites and FAB drink specials\, along with a special musical performance! Support LGBTQ cinema and SRQ nightlife. \n7:30 p.m. Closet Monster @ Burns Court Cinema/506 Burns Lane/SRQ \n10:00 p.m. Opening Night After Party @ Made Restaurant/-990 Main Street/SRQ\nDj David Curran \nAdvance tickets available at fabulousiff.com \nThe Fabulous Independent Film Festival is a production of Harvey Milk Festival. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/fabulous-independent-film-festival-opening-night-film-and-party/ LOCATION:Made Restaurant\, 1990 Main St\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Entertainment,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/09/facebook_event_1598765477084011.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160902T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160906T185522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160906T185522Z UID:74123-1472839200-1472850000@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:First Friday Gulf Gate: September 2nd DESCRIPTION:Support local business and join us the “First Friday” of every month in Gulf Gate! Shop small + discover new spots in one of Sarasota’s most eclectic shopping villages. \nSave the date! The next First Friday Gulf Gate event is on September 2nd. Start off your Labor Day weekend with us! \nStay tuned for participating businesses + entertainment to be announced SOON! \nSeptember participants: \nGulf Gate Drive\n– Boho Cottage Market\n– Evolution420 \nGateway Drive\n– Open Mic night at The Clever Cup Coffee Shop\n– G8WAY GIFTS\n– Ricos Pizzeria \nMall Drive\n– Happy Hour at Mr. Beerys from 3-7pm; live accoustic music after! \nSuperior Avenue\n– Wild Ginger Apothecary + Wild Ginger Apothecary: Studio + Lounge open late with in-store specials and local vendors\n– Able + Willing Supply Co.\n– Cannons Steakhouse with early happy hour\, 4:30-6pm \n… and more! \n// \nAre you a business in Gulf Gate that would like to participate in the First Friday events? (You could stay open extended hours\, offer food/drink samples or specials\, provide entertainment\, etc.) Also looking for local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, and more! Help us spread the word! Please email firstfridaygulfgate@gmail.com or call Nicole at Wild Ginger Apothecary at 941.312.5630. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/first-friday-gulf-gate-september-2nd/ LOCATION:First Friday Gulf Gate\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/08/facebook_event_554550061397324.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160809T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160809T131500 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160803T152246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T152246Z UID:73851-1470743100-1470748500@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:MYP Lunch with Leaders - Debate of Candidates for the School Board of Manatee County DESCRIPTION:Join us for Lunch with Leaders in partnership with the Manatee Young Professionals and Kiwanis Club of Bradenton. \nDebate of Candidates for the School Board of Manatee County; Moderated by Dennis Maley of The Bradenton Times. \nAll lunches are from 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM and Catered by: Pier 22 at the Kiwanis Hall at Manatee Performing Arts Center. \n$15 for members of MYP\, $20 all other guests. \nPrefer to register by phone? Call Kimberly Kramer at 941-748-4842 ext. 139 or email at KimK@ManateeChamber.com URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/myp-lunch-with-leaders-debate-of-candidates-for-the-school-board-of-manatee-county/ LOCATION:Manatee Performing Arts Center\, 502 3rd Ave W\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/08/facebook_event_1764866297131918.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160806T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160806T120000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160803T152509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T152509Z UID:73849-1470469500-1470484800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:MYP Community Service - Bradenton Kiwanis "Christmas in August" DESCRIPTION:Bradenton Kiwanis “Christmas in August” provides school supplies to over 500 homeless children in our area. \nVolunteers are needed to entertain and play games with the children while their parents receive access and information to local organizations that will provide assistance with their living situation. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/myp-community-service-bradenton-kiwanis-christmas-in-august/ LOCATION:McKechnie Field\, 1611 9th Street West\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/08/facebook_event_517748571769413.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160805T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160805T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160802T204319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160802T204319Z UID:73865-1470420000-1470430800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:First Friday Gulf Gate: August 5th DESCRIPTION:Support local business and join us the “First Friday” of every month in Gulf Gate! Shop small + discover new spots in one of Sarasota’s most eclectic shopping villages. \nSave the date! The next First Friday Gulf Gate event is on August 5th. Celebrate the end of summer break with us! \nStay tuned for participating businesses + entertainment to be announced SOON! \nAugust participants: \nGulf Gate Drive\n– Boho Cottage Market\n– Evolution420 \nGateway Drive\n– Open Mic night at The Clever Cup Coffee Shop\n– G8WAY GIFTS\n– Ricos Pizzeria \nMall Drive\n– Happy Hour at Mr. Beerys from 3-7pm; live accoustic music after!\n– FIYAH WATA performing LIVE at 444 Radio from 7-8pm \nSuperior Avenue\n– Wild Ginger Apothecary + Wild Ginger Apothecary: Studio + Lounge open late with in-store specials and local vendors\n– Able + Willing Supply Co.\n– Cannons Steakhouse with early happy hour\, 4:30-6pm \n… and more! \n// \nAre you a business in Gulf Gate that would like to participate in the First Friday events? (You could stay open extended hours\, offer food/drink samples or specials\, provide entertainment\, etc.) Also looking for local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, and more! Help us spread the word! Please email firstfridaygulfgate@gmail.com or call Nicole at Wild Ginger Apothecary at 941.312.5630. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/first-friday-gulf-gate-august-5th/ LOCATION:First Friday Gulf Gate\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/08/facebook_event_1016907911762637.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160629T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160629T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160607T185558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T185558Z UID:73590-1467219600-1467226800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Sarasota Summer Showcase DESCRIPTION:Join us for Sarasota Summer Showcase! Whether you choose to exhibit or attend\, you can expect to start your summer with new business contacts and enjoy music\, food and a cash bar. Members and non-members are invited to attend a FREE start of the summer hoorah to get the season started off right! \nStop by to visit these exhibitors: \nMercedes-Benz of Sarasota\nSquare 1 Burgers & Bar URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/sarasota-summer-showcase/ LOCATION:Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota\, 4754 Clark Road\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34233\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/06/facebook_event_225007281218184.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160621T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160621T183000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160607T194808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T194808Z UID:73588-1466530200-1466533800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:YPG Volunteer Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Calling one\, calling all! \nIt is time to get involved in the Volunteer Committee of the Sarasota Young Professionals Group. This committee would like to involve you in future volunteer evnets. This kick-off meeting will be one you don’t want to miss. \nTreats will be provided as courtesy of Panera Bread. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/ypg-volunteer-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Greater Sarasota Chamber\, 1945 Fruitville Rd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/06/facebook_event_146329249112739.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160507T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160507T220000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160418T041108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160418T041108Z UID:73304-1462629600-1462658400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Pickin' Picnic 2016 DESCRIPTION:Music festival? Food festival? Beer festival? Why not all three?! Pickin’ Picnic combines everything into one big\, family-friendly celebration. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy your favorite craft beers\, food trucks\, and local bands. The best part? Admission is FREE! \nIt’s all going down Saturday\, May 7\, 2016\, at the Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion. \nLINEUP\n2:00 p.m. — Free Craft-Beer Tasting (Darwin Brewing Company\, Motorworks Brewing\, Big Top Brewing Company) & Food Truck Battle\n3:00 p.m. — Sam Robertson\n4:00 p.m. — Michael Snayd Music\n5:15 p.m. — Lady and Gentleman\n6:30 p.m. — The Western Sons\n7:45 p.m. — Dropin Pickup\n9:00 p.m. — Good Graeff \nFOOD TRUCKS\nAin’t No Thang\nAmmy’s Catering & Concessions\nB’s Cool Treats Ice Cream Truck\nChefs2U\nThe Traveling Kitchen Catering URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/pickin-picnic-2016/ LOCATION:Bradenton Riverwalk\, 101 Waterfront Drive\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/04/facebook_event_1572360133078808.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160418T041243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160418T041243Z UID:73300-1462557600-1462568400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:First Friday Gulf Gate: May 6th! DESCRIPTION:Support local business and join us the “First Friday” of every month in Gulf Gate! Shop small + discover new spots in one of Sarasota’s most eclectic shopping villages. \nSave the date! The next First Friday Gulf Gate event is on Friday May 6th! \nStay tuned for participating businesses + entertainment to be announced SOON! \nPrevious participants have included:\nWild Ginger Apothecary\nAble + Willing Supply Co.\nMr. Beerys\nBoho Cottage Market\nThe Clever Cup Coffee Shop\nRicos Pizzeria\nG8WAY GIFTS\nPrimrose\nReFreshed furniture\, inc \n… and more! \n// \nAre you a business in Gulf Gate that would like to participate in the First Friday events? (You could stay open extended hours\, offer food/drink samples or specials\, provide entertainment\, etc.) Also looking for local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, and more! Help us spread the word! Please email nicole@wildgingerapothecary.com or call 941.312.5630! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/first-friday-gulf-gate-may-6th/ LOCATION:First Friday Gulf Gate\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/04/facebook_event_289232278075428.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160418T041145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160418T041145Z UID:73302-1462557600-1462568400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Wild Ginger Apothecary: Lounge Opening Party! DESCRIPTION:Wild Ginger Apothecary’s NEW Lounge space is open! Join us for the official celebration party at First Friday Gulf Gate on Friday May 6th\, from 6-9pm! \nFirst Friday includes extended hours + giveways at the shop… plus a lively open house at the Wild Ginger Apothecary: Studio + Lounge! Join us for complimentary kombucha cocktails\, select local vendors\, live music\, and more! \nLooking forward to celebrating this community event space with all of you! \n* * * * * \nWant to get involved in First Friday Gulf Gate? Contact nicole@wildgingerapothecary.com URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/wild-ginger-apothecary-lounge-opening-party/ CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/04/facebook_event_940112976103401.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160430T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160228T164331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160228T164331Z UID:73040-1462004100-1462035600@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:DaVinci's Faire and BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 30th. Join us for “DaVinci’s Faire” – a day of learning\, wonder\, and amazement! Besides our traditional BarCamp “unConference” experience where YOU are the expert\, we will have Makers\, Inventors\, Robots\, Drones\, Gamers\, a Quick-pitch competition for entrepreneurs\, and tons of fun. We’re adding a Science & Technology mini-festival\, and a wing of technology tracks. If you thought past BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton events were great – you haven’t seen anything yet! \nBest of all – BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton is FREE when you pre-register. \nWhat is DaVinci’s Faire? \nImagine that\, besides the traditional BarCamp experience\, you would also be able to walk around a Faire containing Makers with their cool gadgets and machines\, Inventors showing off their ideas and prototypes\, school Robotics teams running their creations in the hallways\, Drones flying through the air\, and a Gamers area where there will be game design sessions\, discussion of advanced gaming concepts\, and games being played! \nWe also have a hall dedicated to a Science and Technology mini-festival where you’ll be able to see the ideas of our scientists and engineers put into practice. Another cool feature of the conference for entrepreneurs is the availability of experienced mentors that will coach you in making a pitch for your great idea\, culminating in a quick-pitch competition where we give out small cash prizes to the winners. Very fun and dynamic! \nBarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton can be described in three words: Share – Learn – Grow. Every attendee – no matter how old or young – has a story and an expertise. Come prepared to learn and share as we all grow together.\nDon’t even think of missing the fun! \nMakers & Inventors\, Science & Engineering\, and Robotics teams register for a table to share your “creations from.” \nBring your family for a terrific weekend in beautiful Bradenton\, FL. There’s plenty to do and see\, including the Bradenton Riverwalk\, the Riverwalk Skate Park\, the South Florida Museum\, beaches\, Village of the Arts\, Historic Bradenton\, baseball\, brew pubs\, and much\, much more! \nManatee_Technical_InstituteWow\, what a weekend! We will again be enjoying the incredible Manatee Technical College facility on State Road 70 near I-75 in Bradenton\, Florida. \nRegister at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/davincis-faire-barcamp-2016-tickets-19371942000 \nNeed more information about BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton\, including local hotel links? Please check the Conference FAQ: https://bcsrq.com/conference/faq/ \nNever been? What to expect: https://bcsrq.com/conference/what-to-expect/ \nWould you like to sponsor the event or volunteer? Find out more here: https://bcsrq.com/sponsors/why-sponsor-barcamp/ \n* FREE registration is available for those who register in advance. Entry is $10 at the door if you don’t do us the favor of pre-registering. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/davincis-faire-barcamp-sarasota-bradenton/ CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Start Up,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/02/facebook_event_1570805816513484.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160401T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160317T015245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160519T055600Z UID:73229-1459533600-1459684800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Manatee Millennial Movement - Millennial Con DESCRIPTION:By Millennials – For Millennials – 4Progress! \n\n\nWe made the news!!!\nOur coverage of this event got the attention of ABC Action News in Tampa. Learn more \n\nWatch the video from the event. \n\n\nThe goal of Millennial Con is to actively engage young professionals in the area\, to empower them as well as give them the tools to voice their opinions which will allow them to shape and become invested in their communities. \nWe want our local decision makers and leaders to stop talking ABOUT us and to start talking TO us. And it all begins with Millennial Con! \nThis isn’t going to be your ordinary conference (After all – Millennials are planning it!) But what you can be sure of is that you will walk away knowing how to empower your neighborhood\, with new friends\, and great memories of the first ever Millennial Con #4progress! \n \nWhat does Registration Cover?\nNormally\, conferences cost hundreds of dollars to attend. But since this isn’t your ordinary conference and because this con is for millennials\, by millennials the cost is just $30 (Innovator Rate until Feb. 29). What does your $35 buy? \nRegistration Cost Breakdown\n$0 Cosmic Shuffleboard event – Free entry (Vendors will have food and drinks available for purchase) \n$35 – Conference Day. $35 includes a hot buffet styled breakfast\, snacks\, coffee & water\, swag bag (bag of goodies)\, T-Shirt. Lunch is on your own. But\, rest assured\, there will be delicious lunch options available for purchase thanks to Milan Catering. \n$0 – Yoga & Mimosas Social event – Free entry (AMI Beach Cafe will have food and drinks available for purchase) \n$2.92 Eventbrite registration fee \n$37.92 Grand Total @ Popular Rate Pricing \nConference Schedule\nApril 1 – Cosmic Shuffleboard with Realize Bradenton – Fun\, Music\, Food\, Social\nLocation: 1525 Ballard Park Dr; Bradenton\, FL 34205 \nAs part of the Pop-Ups for a Purpose series\, Realize Bradenton invites conference attendees to join the Shuffleboard PopUp Party on Friday April 1\, from 6:00-9:00PM at the Bradenton Shuffleboard Courts (1525 Ballard Park Dr; Bradenton\, FL 34205).  The downtown pop-up event will temporarily transform the shuffleboard courts into a place to play featuring food\, music\, dancing\, libations\, shuffleboard lessons\, an outdoor lounge and fun ways to connect with friends. \nIf you’re interested in attending this separate event\, please fill out this Google Form: https://bit.ly/rbpopup \nApril 2 – Millennial Con @ the Bradenton Area Convention Center\nLocation: 1 Haben Blvd Palmetto\, FL 34221 \nWe have many action labs (sessions) or TED-styled talks that are geared to young professionals. Breakfast starts at 9 a.m.\, and the Con begins at 10 a.m. \nMeet & Greet with Your Manatee County Commissioners- Have a quick Q&A session with your elected officials. \nPlace Matters\, Life Adapts\, Interactions happen\, Everything Changes – At the South Florida Museum\, we describe the natural world through four simple ideas: Place matters\, Life adapts\,Interactions happen\, and everything Changes\, or PLIC\, for short. PLIC is a useful model for analyzing the complexities of planets\, ecosystems\, and even communities. In this talk\, we’ll present the PLIC model as a way of thinking about change in Manatee County. \nEntrepreneurship – Going from startup to business success is a rocky road filled with land mines. Come join us and hear about the common pitfalls of a startup from UTC Venture Group CEO Keith Pandeloglou. \nLiving Green & Lean- Learn what you can do to live green as well as what Manatee County and Willis Smith Construction green goals are. \nFinancial Stability – Got debt? No credit? Bad credit? Learn how to get onto the path of financial stability to obtain big ticket purchase items such as a home or car. \nCreating an Internship Program @ Your Job – This presentation is designed to help employees and employers understand how a strong internship program is critical to growing their businesses. \nNetworking WORKS! Building Relationships – BuildingBusiness- Professional networking is essential in today’s business environment. Networking Works! will help you develop a strategic process for building your personal and professional referral network. If you’re building relationships\, you’re building business. \nBarriers to Millennial Housing Dialogue Session – Conference attendees will be able to ask questions on how to advocate for affordable housing accomodations as well as hear from key players on what’s occuring in Manatee County. \nHow to Take Ownership in Your Community and Be Your Own Advocate- The fact is that our county is changing and it’s up to us – the next generation – to help shape its future by being involved in the community and government processes NOW rather than later. This lab will show you the way to do just that. \nIn addition to all of these sessions\, there will be a tech bar area for you to spruce up your resume on Surface Pros\, network\, have fun\, and relax. \nApril 3 – Yoga & Mimosas – Networking event\nLocation: Manatee Beach \nGet your fitness on and afterwards network with your fellow participants over food and drinks. Make sure to bring your yoga mat\, beach chairs and umbrellas to soak up some sun. Don’t want to do yoga? No problem\, come on out for the fun. \nIf you’re interested in attending this event\, please fill out this Google Form: https://bit.ly/yoga-mimosas \nAdditional Conference Questions \nRegistration: Contact Robert Barto\, robert.barto@mymanatee.org or 941.749.3029 x3663 \nSponsorship: Contact Anisley Mena\, anisley.mena@mymanatee.org or 941.749.3029 x6929 \nVolunteers: Contact Ogden Clark\, ogden.clark@mymanatee.org or 941.749.3029 x6236 \nVendor Booth: Contact Geoff Silpa\, geoffrey.silpa@mymanatee.org  941.748.4501 x4035 \nPromotions: Contact Simone Peterson\, simone.peterson@mymanatee.org 941.749.3029 x6818 URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/millenial-con/ CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Politics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/03/Manatee-Millennial-Movement-Millenial-Con-info-flyer-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Manatee Millenial Movement":MAILTO:simone.peterson@mymanatee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T200000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160302T172712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T210258Z UID:73154-1458064800-1458072000@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Sarasota Underground Planning Meeting DESCRIPTION:Help us shape the future of Sarasota\n\nWhat: Sarasota Underground Planning Meeting\nWhen: March 15th from 6-8pm\nWhere: 2627 Mall Drive\, Sarasota Fl\, 34231\nWhy: Progress updates\, review status of represent.us Sarasota chapter\, and talk about what comes next for the sarasota Underground. \nView Event on Facebook\nView Event on Sarasota Underground.com \n\nJoin us Tuesday March 15th for our next Sarasota Underground leadership and planning meeting\, and learn more about how you can get involved in helping us shape the future of Sarasota. \nIn this meeting we will discuss… \n\nThe New Website & Updated Communication Strategy – We will be discussing our new initiatives and event driven website\, review our overall communication strategy\, and set performance goals for the next few months.\nVideo & Content Strategy – We’ll discuss the impact our recent videos have had in the local community\, and talk more about how we’ll be using video to help grow the Sarasota Underground.\nGrowing Our Contributor Network – Learn more about our open editorial meetings\, and how you can become a regular contributor to the Sarasota Underground.\nSocial Media Strategy – Learn more about how you can get access to publish on Facebook as the Sarasota Underground\nLeadership Team – We are still looking to fill a few key spots on our leadership team\, if you are interested in joining our leadership team on the ground floor then this is the meeting for you.\nRepresent.us Sarasota Chapter – Learn more about the localRepresent.us chapter we just started. It is a non-partisan\, anti-corruption movement that started in Tallahassee and has spread throughout the entire country.\nOther Misc Updates – Other miscellaneous updates and announcements.\n\nIf you are at all interested in how to you can get more involved with the Sarasota Underground\, or want to get involved on the ground floor as we build something new here in Sarasota\, then this is the meeting for you. \nYou can reply directly to this email with any questions or concerns. \nThanks and talk soon. \nRaymmar Tirado URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/sarasota-underground-planning-meeting/ LOCATION:Clear Idea Labs\, 2627 Mall Drive\, Sarasota\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Networking,SU Events,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/rtMedia/groups/1/2015/08/Getting-online-fast-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160228T163206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160228T163206Z UID:72916-1457168400-1457280000@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:ArtSlam 2016 DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Creativity!\n—————————————-\nWatch as teams of students and creatives take art out of the classrooms and studios and onto the streets as ArtSlam joins the Bradenton Farmers’ Market. Engage in the creative process\, experience temporary public art\, and celebrate the creative youth on Manatee County! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/artslam-2016/ LOCATION:Old Main Street\, Downtown Bradenton CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/02/facebook_event_1633559800240354.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160228T162848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160228T162848Z UID:72890-1457168400-1457197200@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:MYP Community Service Project - Art Slam 2016 DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with fellow MYPers to run the “Chalk Art for Kids” project either from 9 AM – 1 PM or 1 PM – 5 PM\, Saturday\, March 5 \nWhat is ArtSlam?\nA Celebration of Youth & Creativity! Watch as teams of students and creatives take art out of the classrooms and studios and onto the streets! Engage in the creative process\, experience temporary public art\, and celebrate the creative youth in Manatee County. \nHow will MYP help at the ArtSlam?\nMYP volunteers will supervise the “Chalk Art for Kids” project. Squares will be taped off on the pavement and kids will be invited to create their own mini chalk masterpieces. \nShifts to volunteer for at the ArtSlam\nWe are in need of volunteers for the 9 AM – 1 PM shift and the 1 PM – 5 PM shift. If you wold like to volunteer\, please register using the link above and indicate which shift you would like to work in the registration comments. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/myp-community-service-project-art-slam-2016/ LOCATION:Manatee Young Professionals (MYP)\, 222 10th St W\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/02/facebook_event_1315988885093476.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160304T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160304T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160228T163402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160228T163402Z UID:72934-1457114400-1457125200@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:First Friday Gulf Gate: March 4th DESCRIPTION:Join us the “First Friday” of every month in Gulf Gate! Shop local + discover new small businesses! \nThe next First Friday Gulf Gate event is on Friday March 4th! \nStay tuned for more participating businesses to be announced SOON! \nHere’s some of what is in store: \nSUPERIOR AVE:\n* Wild Ginger Apothecary will be open with awesome giveaways\, samples\, complimentary kombucha cocktails! and specials! Local Ugg’s Bakery will be doing preorders as well as sampling! \n* Wild Ginger Lifestyle will have a “First Friday Yoga Club” – a lively power yoga class at 7pm \n* Dig That Gem will be open for FFGG – stop by to see their shop with jewelry\, gems\, gifts\, and more! \n* Able + Willing Supply Co. will be open late for the night with their design studio + boutique \nGULF GATE DR: \n* Boho Cottage Market will be open extended hours for First Friday Gulf Gate\, from 5-9pm! Stop by and shop for something special! Free gift with purchase! \nMALL DRIVE: \n* Mr. Beerys will have Happy Hour ($1 off all beers) from 3-7pm and $3 beer promos all night! Live music by Flanny from 7pm on! \nGATEWAY AVE: \n* The Clever Cup Coffee Shop will be open and celebrating with live music! \n* Ricos Pizzeria will be offering their $6 special – two slices AND a drink! \n* G8WAY GIFTS will be open late with a free gift with every purchase! \n* Nontando will have great gifts from their collection of handcrafted Gifts\, Home Décor and Art from Africa. \n// \nAre you a business in Gulf Gate that would like to participate in the First Friday events? (You could stay open extended hours\, offer food/drink samples or specials\, provide entertainment\, etc.) Also looking for local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, and more! Help us spread the word! Please email nicole@wildgingerapothecary.com or call 941.312.5630! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/first-friday-gulf-gate-march-4th/ LOCATION:First Friday Gulf Gate\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34231\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/02/facebook_event_1693204614251431.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160302T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160302T150000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20160228T162830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160228T162830Z UID:72886-1456909200-1456930800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:MYP Community Service - Embracing Our Differences Day DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Dr. Suess’ birthday by reading his rhymes to children as a part of Read Across America Day. Volunteers are needed in various Manatee County schools and only one hour is required. Those interested in volunteering are asked to register online for more information. URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/myp-community-service-embracing-differences-day/ LOCATION:Manatee Young Professionals (MYP)\, 222 10th St W\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/02/facebook_event_822232841232336.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20151013T150410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151013T152454Z UID:63506-1449766800-1449860400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:YPG Volunteer Event @ Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Suncoast DESCRIPTION:This is the first of TWO volunteer events that the YPG will be doing with Big Brothers/Big Sisters (BBBS) of the Suncoast! \nOn December 10th and 11th\, we will need 4 participants each day to wrap presents for the children. Times for volunteering are 5:00pm-7:00pm at the BBBS office. Please comment below to reserve your slot! If you have any questions\, please contact Volunteer Chair\, Adam Angstadt at aangstadt@gmail.com. \nWhen: December 10th & 11th\, 5:00pm-7:00pm\nWhere: 2831 Ringling Blvd\, Sarasota\, 32347 URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/ypg-volunteer-event-big-brothersbig-sisters-of-the-suncoast/ LOCATION:Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Sarasota\, 2831 Ringling Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34237-5348\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2015/09/Big-brother-big-sister.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20151013T154255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151109T163127Z UID:71856-1448110800-1448136000@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Rock for a Cause DESCRIPTION:Family\, Food\, Fun & Music!\nBands battle for a $3\,500 donation to a local schools music department\, and the winning band will receive a $1\,500 cash prize as well as perform the closing act at our annual street party! \nMore about the Event  \nWhen S-One Holdings Corporation approached the Sarasota Young Professionals Group about collaborating on an event geared towards giving back to our community\, it was automatic match made in heaven. With the YPG boasting a strong membership base of over 500 young professionals and S-One being one of Sarasota’s largest of employers of individuals between the ages of 21-40\, the two groups felt like a music based event in the heart of Downtown Sarasota was the way to go. And that is how the inaugural “Rock for a Cause” event was born! \nThe platform of this is based around a “Battle of the Bands” scenario where local bands will compete for not only a cash prize of $1\,500 and the chance to be the closing band at the end of the event\, but also the chance to allocate $3\,500 towards the music department of a Sarasota County school of their choice. \nFrom Aug. 2 to Oct. 9\, bands of every genre\, age\, and talent level are encouraged to submit two of their songs to our website via audio or video file. Voting will be open from Oct. 12 to Oct. 23 for the public to choose their favorite 6 bands. Those bands will be announced on Oct. 23 and will then perform in front of a live audience on Saturday\, Nov. 21 at Payne Park in Sarasota. \nDuring the day of the event there will be another voting platform opened up to event participants and the public at large to choose their favorite band. The winner will be announced that evening along with the school of their choice to receive the $3\,500. \nRock for a Cause will run from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will showcase vendors from all over Sarasota selling goods\, food\, and beverages. This family friendly event will include a “kids only” area with games and prizes as well. \nThis is an event for people of all ages and families alike\, so please come out to support your local economy\, local music scene\, and help encourage people to visit and partake in activities Downtown Sarasota. \nSee you there! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/rock-for-a-cause/ LOCATION:Payne Park\, 2050 Adams Lane\, Sarasota\, 34237\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Outreach,Festival,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2015/10/FB-cover-RFAC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151016T220000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20151013T151152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T004700Z UID:71851-1445022000-1445032800@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Plaza Cubana Pop-Up DESCRIPTION:Downtown Bradenton turns up the heat with a tropical rumba celebrating Cuban music\, food and culture at the South Florida Museum’s courtyard. Imagine dreamy\, twinkling lights overhead\, Latin rhythms\, Spanish architecture\, twirling on the dance floor\, dominos clicking\, salsa music from a ten-piece brass band\, Cuban food\, coffee\, and frosty beverages with old (and new!) friends… Encantador—enchanting—with a Cuban flair. \nFEATURING\n\nAn event for the 18–34 year-old crowd\nFree Entry\nLive Music of Orquesta Los Soneros\nFood & Drink\nSalsa Dancing\nFun activities like dominos\, jumbo Jenga\, and more!\n\nWHAT’S UP WITH THIS POPUP THING?\nPopUps for a Purpose is an experiment in creating vibrancy among Millennials in innovative ways. Nine pop-up style events\, from October 2015 through May 2016\, will temporarily transform outdoor spaces into event venues designed to spark dialogue and imagination in downtown Bradenton. Events like Plaza Cubana in the South Florida Museum courtyard aim to accelerate local community engagement among the nation’s most diverse generation. Join the party on Instagram\, Facebook\, and Snapchat to stay connected! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/plaza-cubana-pop-up/ LOCATION:South Florida Museum\, 201 10th St W\, Bradenton\, 34205\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Music,Night Life ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2015/10/popups-for-a-purpose-cubana.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151016T180000 DTSTAMP:20260625T102932 CREATED:20151015T234232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151015T234232Z UID:71959-1445018400-1445018400@sarasotaunderground.com SUMMARY:Perq Fall Social 2015 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with POLPO PIZZA CO ..beer\, coffee\, live music\, friends and fun! \nWe’ll be tapping our coffee ipa collab w/ Darwin Brewing Company and our music line up will include sam robertson\, sam pinkerton & wake the neighbors! we’ll have tables and chairs set up outside and in. great food\, great people\, great music\, great coffee\, great beer… let’s have some fun together! URL:https://sarasotaunderground.com/event/perq-fall-social-2015/ LOCATION:Perq Coffee Bar\, 1821 Hillview St\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34239\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sarasotaunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2015/10/facebook_event_124977261189338.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR