Sarasota Opera’s “Taste of Downtown” Food & Wine Festival
Tickets are now on sale for Sarasota Opera's 3rd annual "Taste of Downtown" Food & Wine Festival at the Sarasota Opera House.
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Oktoberfest- Themed Craft Beer Tour
Brew Thru SRQ Sarasota, FLLocally crafted Oktoberfest beer at each stop (or other beer of choice).
A “guest brewery” Oktoberfest beer on the trolley.
$75
Art, Rhymes & Beer: One Year Anniversary
Art, Rhymes & Beer turns a year old in celebration of music, people, art, community & culture.
HMF Presents: Fabulous Independent Film Festival
Burns Court Cinema 506 Burns Lane, Sarasota, FLThe Fabulous Independent Film Festival is gearing up for its sixth edition with a slate of new LGBTQ films and events!
Hallow-Brew
Ticket Includes:
4 brew stops
5 craft beers
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
Costume contest with filled growler giveaway.
Craft beer at each brew stop.
Lunch & Learn – Deb Shuck, from Dis-abilty to Dif-ability & the Power of…
Station 2 Innovation 912 7th Ave East, Bradenton, FL"Dis-abilty" is often a "Dif-ability" where the way you approach life and tasks is a genuine asset and benefit to organizations and individuals. Deborah is proud to share her experience and knowledge, in the hope that others may understand that a disability can open up a world of possibilities.
Meet the Candidates: Susan Chapman
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Jennifer Ahearn-Koch
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Generocity
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 811 South Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FLJoin us on Tuesday, January 10 for GENEROCITY, a night to learn, celebrate, and enjoy the non-profits and individuals that make our city the most generous on earth. This is your chance to meet nearly 30 Sarasota-Manatee based nonprofits working to make a difference both locally and globally. Become a volunteer, donate your time, or simply revel in the amazing accomplishments that are changing the world.
Meet the Candidates: Martin Hyde
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Hagen Brody
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Patrick Gannon
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Fredd Atkins
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Mikael Sandstrom
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission.
Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
Meet the Candidates: Matt Sperling
Join us as we interview the candidates for City Commission. Live video will be streaming on our Facebook page for the first 15 minutes of the interview. The full interviews will be available on our website next week.
State of the Community Lunch Series – FDOT Diverging Diamonds
The Meadows Country Club 3101 Longmeadow, Sarasota, FLThe "State of the Community Lunch Series," brings presenters from around the Greater Sarasota area to share insider information with you over lunch. Topics range from new things coming to Sarasota, important happenings and issues our local businesses need to know.
Pancakes & Politics Legislative Preview
IMG Academy Golf Club 4350 El Conquistador Pkwy, Bradenton, FLAfter the recent election, do you have questions about the upcoming legislative session? Then you'll want to join us for a fabulous breakfast on Sarasota Bay to hear from your local delegation.
$30 – $45
JDub’s Brewing 3 Year Anniversary Party Beer Festival
Sarasota Fairgrounds 3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FLThe theme of this festival will be a "Pros versus Joes" competition. Over 40 Professional Breweries will be represented as well as dozens of Homebrewers. Attendees will enjoy unlimited samples of the professional brews and the homebrews. You will vote for: 1) "Best Professional Brew", 2) "Best HomeBrew" and 3) "Best Overall".
This event will benefit the Humane Society who will be on hand with a variety of wonderful furry friends available for adoption!
$40 – $45
10×10
The Francis 1289 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FLThis spring's diverse group of speakers include a videographer, an underwater archeologist, an art educator, two artists, The Ringling Museum curator of photography, the founder of the Urbanite Theater, the Asolo Theater Outreach Director, the chief disruption officer of the Sarasota Underground, and an architect.
$10
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SB2: Rumble
Powel Crosley Mansion Sarasota, FLDialogue about the future of the Sarasota-Bradenton region has focused on the role young professionals play in our economy, culture, policies, philanthropy and business. Our two SB2 Rumble teams look more closely at attainable housing, job availability, wages, quality of life, noise ordinances, support networks for young professionals and political engagement in debating whether our region has failed to successfully attract, engage and retain Millennials.
YPG Community Committee Meeting
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!
Hob Nob 2017
Phillippi Estate Park 5500 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLJoin us at Hob Nob for tropical backyard luau - a member showcase featuring unique cultural experiences from Chamber member businesses. Looking to join in on the fun? Showcase your business or attend and expand your network to over 400 Sarasotans, elected and business officials.
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Millennial Con 2017
State College of Florida 5840 26th Street West, BradentonThe Manatee Millennial Movement's follow-up event to last years #4Progress Millennial Conference. Join us for this FREE event at SCF - State College Of Florida focused on giving Young Professionals and Millennials a voice within their local government.
Taste of Newtown
Newtown Redevelopment Office - 1782 Dr. MLK, Jr. WayFREE event with music, vendors & a kids zone. From 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., take a trolley tour of the new history markers located along the Newtown Conservation Historic District.
Southgate Village April Sip & Stroll
Southgate Village Shops 2061-2191 Siesta Drive, Sarasota, FLJoin us Thursday, April 13th for our April Sip & Stroll event. Bring a few friends, enjoy wine, sweet treats, food trucks, shopping and so much more! Additional parking across the street in the Westfield Southgate Mall parking lot.
My Hometown Fest 2017 – Craft Beer & Food Festival
Nathan Benderson Park 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FLJoin us for Southwest Florida's biggest and best food and craft beer festival, celebrating the sights, sounds and tastes of hometowns across the USA. Enjoy free samples of regional food favorites prepared by more than 40 of the area's finest restaurants, plus free samples of more than 60 different craft beers from around the country!
ACS : POPUP Exhibition II Opening Reception
Art Center Sarasota 707 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLThe “Pop-Up” series is an initiative designed to offer area-based high school and college students the opportunity to take their art to a higher level. This program came into fruition as a response to young artists who reached out to Art Center Sarasota for exhibition opportunities. Our exhibition staff works with them to develop their projects and give them exhibit space and an audience. For many, it’s the first time they’ve worked directly with a professional art space or gallery. This is a real learning experience for them.
10×10 Sarasota
The Francis 1289 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL10 speakers will present 10 images of their work, interest, or inspiration. Slides advance automatically every 30 seconds.The event is open to the public.
$10
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SU Creative Salon #1
The Starlite Room 1001 Cocoanut Ave, Sarasota, FLThis modern mixer is intended to showcase local creative talent, present emerging artists, and connect the community creatively.
Civics Happy Hour
Carmel Kitchen & Wine Bar 8433 Cooper Creek Blvd, Sarasota, FLJoin us for a Civics Happy Hour! Learn about ways Sarasota County Government works for you in a fun and interactive format.
Free – $5
Stop the Dispensary Ban
Sarasota City Hall 1565 1st St, Sarasota, FLUnder the new state law implementing the amendment, cities and counties are given an option to outright ban new dispensaries within their boundaries, and City Attorney Robert Fournier is recommending the city take it.
Sarasota 4th of July Fireworks
Marina Jack: Sarasota Bayfront 2 Marina Plz, Sarasota, FLCome downtown Sarasota and watch the fireworks explode over Sarasota Bay! Arrive early and enjoy strolling the tree lined streets of downtown Sarasota.
Clean up, Aisle Earth – Siesta Key Edition
Beach Club Siesta Key - 1947 5151 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FLJoin us out on Siesta Key Beach on July 5th to help Beach Club Siesta Key - 1947. The Hub Baja Grill, The Cottage, Siesta Key & Clean Up, Aisle Earth when we team up to tackle the mess we know will be left over from July 4th.
Stakeholders Meeting
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLStakeholder meetings are open to the public.
YPG Volunteer Event: Back to School
Sarasota Baptist Church - Proctor Rd. 7091 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FLHelp underprivileged children in our community start off the school year with the tools they need to succeed! We're looking for 10 volunteers to help distribute school supplies, food, personal-care items and other resources to children and families in need.
5th Annual Jumbo Cupcake Eating Contest
Heavenly Cupcakes 6538 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FLGet your sweat pants ready for our 5th annual jumbo cupcake eating contest as we celebrate nine years in Gulf Gate! All ages are welcome to participate. The fastest person to defeat the jumbo in 10 minutes will win a prize!
$30
Create-A-Community Festival and Charity Event
CoCreate SRQ 1800 N East Ave, Sarasota, FLOn Saturday, August 12th, 2017 from 5pm-8pm we are opening our doors for the first time to live stream Create-A-Community Festival, a festival to celebrate local businesses and artists. This will include Strive for the Sky charity school supply drive to benefit G.D. Rogers Garden Bullock Elementary School in Manatee County. Live musicians, food trucks, cowork/costudy membership giveaway, and networking event where businesses can share their stories and information with everyone.
Classic Movies at the Opera House presents “The Greatest Show on Earth” (1952)
A manager struggling to keep his circus afloat during post-war hard times hires a famous aerialist to attract crowds, meanwhile displacing his starring lady love. "The Greatest Show on Earth" was filmed largely in Sarasota and had its world premiere at the Florida Theatre (now the Sarasota Opera House).
Steering Committee Meeting
Sarasota Orchestra 709 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLTo view agenda visit our site at http://www.sarasotabayfront2020.com
First Time Home Buyers
Sarasota Young-Professionals 1945 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FLJoin the Young Professionals Network (Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee), the Sarasota Young-Professionals (Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce) and the Lakewood Ranch Young Leaders Alliance (Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance) for a First Time Home Buyers Seminar. This fun and interactive, yet informative, event is designed to help young professionals learn the important steps to home ownership.