YPG After Hours
With an average of 80-100 young professionals gathering on the first Thursday of each month you're guaranteed to make new friends, secure new clients, and learn more about what Sarasota has to offer.
Free – $15
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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.
Where Finance & Legal Converge – Business Bedrock
Station 2 Innovation 912 7th Ave East, Bradenton, FLBusiness Bedrock Lawyer and CPA Jo Ann Koontz will be joining us to kick off 2017 with a discussion on what you need from corporate structure to tax considerations. An accomplished speaker, Jo Ann keeps this talk informative, interesting and even somewhat humorous. Not your typical finance for business growth session.
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.
YPG Membership Committee Meeting
Join us on January 11th at World of Beer - Main Street for our monthly Membership Committee Meeting!
Moxie Productions Presents: Orignal Showcase
Come and support local live artists in Sarasota. Presented by Moxie Productions: Original Showcase.
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.
MYP 2017 Kick Off Party
Young professionals are invited to join Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests for our 2017 KICK OFF PARTY!
BarCamp After Hours South – VNC Edition
Tomatillo's Fresh Mex 339 Commercial Ct, Venice, FLJoin BarCamp VNC for our first monthly After Hours of the new year located at Tomatillo's Fresh Mex in Venice!
Microsoft Learning Event – Transforming Your Business
BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton 9040 Town Center Pkwy, Bradenton, FLProductivity. It's all the rage for good reason. If we can get more done with the same inputs, it frees us up for other endeavors or perhaps a well deserved vacation. But how to get there? Enter, the Microsoft ecosystem of products. Their interactive and integrated tools are designed to help you store your documents, files, and notes in familiar places and have those sync to every device. We're only scratching the surface here, come out to this free event and learn how Microsoft's interactive and integrated tools can transform your business.
Circus Ring of Fame
The Circus Ring of Fame honors the legacy of St. Armands Founder, John Ringling, and Sarasota's long standing connection to the Circus and its incredible performers. Every year The Circus Ring of Fame Foundation inducts 5 new members into the prestigious "Ring of Fame".
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.
Taming the Leadership Elephant: Keys to Becoming Calm, Focused & Profitable
Station 2 Innovation 912 7th Ave East, Bradenton, FLThere are all kinds of Elephants in today’s world. The “Famous Five” are Avalanche (overwhelm), Hurricane (distraction), Tsunami (anxiety), Quagmire (feeling stuck), and Eclipse (feeling invisible). Any one of them can derail even the most seasoned leader. There is one simple key that will tame your “Elephants” and calm everyone else’s. The One Simple Key is what Jackie Simmons will be discussing at our January event.
Rosemary District Indie Market
Canned Ham Vintage 1435 7th St, Sarasota, FLJoin us every third Saturday where a group of local Artists, Farmers Entertainers, Bakers, Hand crafters, Designers, and Vintage Enthusiasts share their wares and inspiration.
Digital State of the Union 2017
Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association 2001 Shreve St, Punta Gorda, FLJoin us on January 21, 2017 for the first annual digital State of the Union in Punta Gorda Florida.
Two Sessions of speakers, panelists, educational break out rooms and more. (Yes, food and drinks available)
$20 – $35
Network & Learn – The Power of Podcasting & Your Business
Station 2 Innovation 912 7th Ave East, Bradenton, FLChris Krimitsos, Chief Creative Officer at Podfest Multi Media Expo, comes to Station 2 Innovation to share his expertise in Podcasting with our community. Become a fan of podcasts and take audio-on-demand seriously. They provide a steady flow of new ideas and inspiration, and are a great way to reach your audience at their desks and on the go. Take what you learn from Chris and start your own podcast!
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!
Featured
January 25th – Marketing on Main
Office Bar srq. 1989 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FLMarketing on Main is Sarasota's Premier Networking event; created by business owners for business owners! - Hosted by The Social Edge -Marketing Solutions
Masquerade Ball Vernissage
Southern Atelier 7226 21st St E, Sarasota, FLJoin us in costume for a magical evening to celebrate a showing of original masquerade-themed works by figurative artist Teresa Oaxaca at Miano Gallery. Our grand event will fill our lively hall with the sounds of music and laughter of revelers as we enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres and festive cocktails.
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.
Live with Paul Caragiulo
Sarasota Underground Studio 2627 Mall Drive, Sarasota, FLJoin us live with Paul Caragiulo as we talk about hot topics in Sarasota and discuss the future of this city we all love.
St. Armands 14th Annual Winter Art Festival
St. Armands Winter Art Festival is a juried Art Show with over 175 artists from around the country participating. Sculpture, pottery, ceramics, oil, watercolor, etc. will be on display.
Studio Open House
Burnt Orange Sound Studio 6003 28th St E, Unit B, Bradenton, FLWe are hosting our first open house. Bring your musician friends, authors or music lovers. Free tour of our recording studio. We will have food and drinks.
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
Glass: A Contemporary Musical Performance
Alfstad& Contemporary 1419 5th St, Sarasota, FLSarasota’s own contemporary music collective, ensemblenewSRQ, along with Alfstad& Contemporary and the LBK Center for the Arts: Glass Art Weekend, have joined forces to bring you a musical performance like no other, with musical works mirrored and inspired by the exquisite glass art that will be on display throughout Sarasota during the Art Glass Weekend.
Souper Tuesday- Trudy & Stewart Moon, Building A Business & A Family Legacy
Station 2 Innovation 912 7th Ave East, Bradenton, FLMaking a family business a family legacy requires planning, preparation, and a thorough examination of the unique issues that encompasses the family's goals and internal dynamics. Some successful planning strategies can be applied to nearly any situation and Trudy and Stewart Moon Jr. will reveal to us their insights and experiences as to what works and what doesn't.
YPG After Hours
Music Compound 1751 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FLCome join us on Thursday, February 2nd at Music Compound for the area's largest monthly networking event, YPG After Hours!
BarCamp After Hours Bradenton
3 Keys Brewing & Eatery 2505 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FLWant the opportunity meet and hang out with other members of our Bradenton & Sarasota Business, Tech and Education communities? No agendas. Just good people, good beer, good fun. This month we're meeting at 3 Keys Brewing and Eatery, 2505 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208.
Ringling Underground
The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FLA series of one night only events combining live music and experiential artworks in the Courtyard.
$15
Women in Data Sciences (WiDS) Conference
New College of Florida 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FLSarasota’s Women in Data Science Conference is part of a worldwide event led by Stanford University and held locally at New College of Florida.
$10 – $30
Treedomm at Darwin Brewing
Presented by Independent Jones, #GetOnMyLawn is a new weekly series highlighting local musicians of all genres. Enjoy DBC draft specials in an intimate outdoor setting with an on-site food truck.
Treedomm- "Treedomm is a Positive, Creative, Artistic, Musical Fusion and Spiritual Rejuvenation."
Main Street Live in Downtown Bradenton
This is downtown Bradenton's most popular street party! Old Main Street (12th Street West) between Manatee and 3rd avenues is closed to vehicular traffic as vendors line the streets and live music plays throughout the night.
Ballroom Blitz
Manatee Performing Arts Center 502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FLIndependent Jones is excited to presents Ballroom Blitz, with Denim Blue-Miclain Keith and Glass House Point to an ALL-AGES Bradenton audience
SIRSY & Holey Miss Moley at Ace’s Live
Aces Live Music Bradenton 4343 Palma Sola Blvd , Bradenton, FLIndependent Jones & Aces Live Music Bradenton partner up again to bring you a nationally touring act in SIRSY opening for one of our St. Pete/Orlando favorites (Holey Miss Moley).