Oktoberfest!
Our celebration will include many of the typical items you actually get when you go to Oktoberfest including Large Bretzeln, White Radish, Haxn (possibly for pre order) and much more!
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Taste Of St. Armands
Over 19 restaurants are participating in the beautiful setting of St. Armands Circle Park, along with noteworthy wineries and microbreweries or maybe you’d like to try an exotic mojito from the mojito bar. Musical sounds will fill the air and set the mood for an evening of fine food, libations and perhaps…a little dancing.
$55
18th annual Morton’s Firehouse Chili Cook-Off
Morton's Gourmet Market 1924 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FLFifteen of Sarasota Fire Houses including firehouses from Englewood, North Port and Boca Grande will compete against each other for the title of the “Best Fire House Chili in Sarasota” and for the Best Booth.
Arlington Park Porchfest
Arlington Park SarasotaA grassroots community music festival where front porches become stages, yards become venues, and neighborly generosity and good will rule the day! Porchfest is exactly what the name implies. Around 40 local musicians of all genres will be performing on front porches from 3 to 8 p.m.
Beer Bar Bingo – Every Sunday
Mr. Beerys 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota, FLEvery Sunday at 5pm, stop in for a few beers, a few laughs, and a some tasty craft brew prizes...
Planning and Development Committee- Blue Pagoda
Blue Pagoda 655 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasotajoin the board as the recap the presentations from the four finalist planning firms.
Power Hour Lunch
Anna Maria Oyster BarHungry for new business? Leverage your lunch with the power of business referrals at Power Hour Lunch. At this event, each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business.
SBPO Special Board Meeting – Conference Call
Blue Pagoda 655 North Tamiami Trail, SarasotaToday the board is expected to select a finalist from the 4 urban design firms which are in the running for developing the bayfront Master Plan.
Moxie Productions Presents: Geri X, Sam Robertson
The Gator Club 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FLSam has recently returned to Sarasota after spending the last 6 years in Dallas, TX. Combining somber melodies and witty lyrics, the 24 year old transports you to a place of honesty and heart ache. Currently working with Surprise! records, she is in the process of recording and developing a new sound.
MYP October Networking Social
Fuzzy's Taco Shop 4808 14th Street West, Bradenton, FLYoung Professionals are invited to join Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests for casual business networking in a great social setting.
Beer School – Germans
Mr. Beerys 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota, FLThe prevalence of craft beer today has many people demanding beer with more flavor and complexity, so it's time for "Beer School" to go back in session! This expanded world of good beer can be overwhelming for people new to it, but also helps expand the knowledge of those more seasoned beer enthusiasts.
Ghost Tour of Downtown Sarasota
The Gator Club 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FLTake a spirited spin through downtown Sarasota with our bewitching ghost guide. Delight as we share stories of the supernatural and the shenanigans of our beloved city, from Sarasota's bootlegging and circus days to modern times.
$25
The Nightmare Before Christmas – Movie Night in the Beer Garden
JDub's Brewing Company & Tap Room 1215 Mango Ave, Sarasota, FLJoin us at sundown in our beer garden every 2nd Thursday for Movie Night! We recommend bringing a lawn chair or blanket to get comfortable in front of our 12ft movie screen! We have our usual beer garden tables available too.
2017 SRQHacks Hackathon
Ringling College of Art and Design 2700 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLStudents connect with mentors from the Technology, Design and Business industries to brainstorm and create a mobile app and business plan that addresses a community issue.
Foxall For Florida Campaign Launch
Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key 1250 Stickney Point Rd., Siesta Key, FLAlison Foxall has officially qualified for the February 13, 2018 FL HD 72 Special Election and we are ready to kickoff this campaign with an epic celebration.
Stay Angry My Friends – Art & Beer Show
We're teaming up with our good friends William Ralston, Mouthole BBQ and Angry Chair Brewing to bring you an evening of dark themed art, mean ass BBQ and sick craft brews so join us in supporting the local art scene!
The Allison Event
Calusa Brewing 5701 Derek Ave, Sarasota, FL100% of the profits from draft sales of Allison on 10/15/17 will be donated to Aloe Organics to help get the pending 501(c)3 charitable organization, Aloe Gives, up and running so that they can continue their mission of providing healthy, organic, immune supporting fruits and vegetables in a time of need.
SBPO Board Meeting
Blue Pagoda 655 North Tamiami Trail, SarasotaGeneral Board meeting for the SBPO
Open to the public
Ghost Tour of Downtown Sarasota
The Gator Club 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FLTake a spirited spin through downtown Sarasota with our bewitching ghost guide. Delight as we share stories of the supernatural and the shenanigans of our beloved city, from Sarasota's bootlegging and circus days to modern times.
$25
Artspace SRQ’s Survey Event!
Art Center Sarasota 707 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLPlease join us for the FREE LAUNCH EVENT for Artspace SRQ's ARTISTS SURVEY provided through the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County!
Rosemary District Association Meeting
Sarasota School for Arts and Sciences 645 Central Ave, SarasotaIf you have a passion for supporting your community, join us at these upcoming RDA meetings. Have your voice be heard; hope to see you there!!!
First Night – RIAF 2017
The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FLFirst Night kicks of RIAF 2017 with a celebration in the West Courtyard of the Museum of Art featuring a performance of WANTED by eVenti Verticali! Free beer, wine and hors d'oeuvres with DJ Imminent beginning at 6:30 pm (cash bar available), with the aerial spectacle WANTED at 8pm.
Good Morning Sarasota
Trustco Bank 5950 S. Beneva Road, Sarasota, FLJump-start your morning with Chamber business professionals at our new Good Morning Sarasota event held bi-monthly at various locations throughout Greater Sarasota.
Cycle 1 : Opening Reception
Art Center Sarasota 707 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLOpening Reception All 4 Galleries. Open and Free to the Public. Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions: On View October 19-December 1
Ringling International Arts Festival 2017
Experience the brilliance of internationally-acclaimed musicians, actors, and dancers!
Beer & Cheese Pairing
JDub's Brewing Company & Tap Room 1215 Mango Ave, Sarasota, FLWe strive to create a relaxed environment for people interested in beer and cheese alike. Our host and long time friend Jim Keaveney will be explaining why he chose to pair each beer and cheese together, what flavors to look for during tasting and how to enjoy beer with food in general.
Freedom of the Presses Opening Reception
Ringling College Letterpress and Book Arts Center 1229 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Way, Sarasota, FLFreedom of the Presses is a collaborative exhibition co-curated by Booklyn, Inc. and members of the Ringling College of Art and Design community, which will be on view at the Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery at Ringling College of Art and Design from October 20-December 2, 2017.
Main Street Block Party
Lakewood Ranch Main Street 8100 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FLThis block party will supply lots of fun. Vendor booths will line the street and there will be no shortage of beer, food and live music by Doug Deming and the Jeweltones.
5th Annual Haunted Trails
Friends of Oscar Scherer Park, Inc. 1843 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FLFeaturing three areas: Trick or Treat Trail, Haunted Trail, and Haunted Pavilion. Get our tickets early! This event will sell out!
Sarasota Pride Fest 2017
JD Hamel Park Sarasota, FLCome celebrate pride in Sarasota. There will be food, drinks, and lots of entertainment!
Celebration of the Arts
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLJoin the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County for their annual FREE Celebration of the Arts, the kick-off event of the 12-day-long fall celebration of arts and culture called InspireSarasota!
Planning and Development Committee
Blue Pagoda 655 North Tamiami Trail, SarasotaRegularly scheduled committee planning meeting
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Marketing On Main – Halloween Affair!
Get ready! This event IS FILLED with positivity, encouragement, motivation, and built for those who are looking to make a difference! If you are a small business, just starting out in business, a multi-million dollar conglomerate, a career seeker, or just someone trying to be the change they would like to see in Sarasota...then Marketing on Main is a must attend!
Rosemary District Association Meeting
Sarasota School for Arts and Sciences 645 Central Ave, SarasotaIf you have a passion for supporting your community, join us at these upcoming RDA meetings. Have your voice be heard; hope to see you there!!!
Movie Meetup: “Night of the Living Dead” SRQ Edition
Parkway 8 Cinemas 6300 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FLCelebrate the Halloween season and join the New Florida Cinema at 7PM on Wednesday, October 25th by watching the American classic "Night of the Living Dead" on the big screen. Whether this is your first or hundreth time seeing the film, come out for a night of fun and scares.
Speed Networking with YLA, YPG, MYP, and YPN
Gold Coast Eagle Distributing 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota, FLJoin fellow young professionals from the area at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing for a very special Speed Networking event. This is a great way to practice your elevator speech while making a bunch of great contacts!
Big Top Beer Dinner
Fins at Sharky's 1600 Harbor Drive S. North BLDG, Venice, FLCalling all craft beer lovers! Join us for a mouth watering 5-course beer pairing dinner featuring a variety of unique craft beers from Big Top Brewing Company
Rumking Tapping & Pumpkin Carving
Mr. Beerys 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota, FLGrab some friends and bring your pumpkins down for a fun fall evening carving them up over some tasty craft brews with other people! We'll even have a prize for the coolest carving!
Ghost Tour of Downtown Sarasota
The Gator Club 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FLTake a spirited spin through downtown Sarasota with our bewitching ghost guide. Delight as we share stories of the supernatural and the shenanigans of our beloved city, from Sarasota's bootlegging and circus days to modern times.
$25
MBG Movie Night
Mandeville Beer Garden 428 N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FLFREE POPCORN and HALLOWEEN CANDY starting and HOCUS POCUS