Holiday

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Showing your mother how much you love her is easy thanks to these special activities and offerings going on all weekend around Sarasota County.

Motherhood looks a little different in every family, but most of us can agree: whether she's the woman who brought you into this world, your Grandma, or another special someone whose love and support gives you life, moms deserve a round of applause.

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Dads deserve to feel the love too! Here are some ideas for a weekend fit for fathers and the rest of the family too.

If you’re spending Father’s day weekend with Dad or Grandpa in southwest Florida, you’re in luck! Whether it's admiring antique automobiles, eating belly-busting brunches or meeting sports stars — there are abundant opportunities to hone in on Dad's favorite hobbies.

2020
June

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Check out the best New Year’s Eve events for 2020 from pineapple drops to firework shows

At the end of each year, Sarasota County is among those buzzing with talk of fireworks and festive falling fruits; champagne toasts with sparkling bruts.

From swanky soirees to casual beach bashes, block parties and family-friendly marshmallow roasts—there are all kinds of ways to say "goodbye" to 2019 and welcome the New Year in Sarasota County.

Where will you be when the clock strikes midnight in 2020?

2019
November

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Get some old-school kitchen advice from one of the hearty, home-cooking hubs in Sarasota's charming Amish and Mennonite community Pinecraft

When it comes to infusing Thanksgiving and the winter holidays with a sense of tradition and good, old-fashioned homemade cooking: Sarasota's Pinecraft Village has the expertise to share.

2020
October

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Savor the warm winter nights and holiday cheer this holiday season in Sarasota and the surrounding areas

Make this holiday season on the Suncoast one to remember with these holly jolly al fresco events – from captivating boat parades, family-fun movie nights and a 5K "glow run" to photos with Santa at the farmers' market and ice-skating under the warm starlit sky. 'Tis the season for bright lights and festivities – and there's no better place to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year than where you can wear a light jacket in Florida's "winter" weather.

2024
November

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Nine hyper-local shopping districts (with dining options, too!) to support Small Business Saturday this November.

We've all heard of Black Friday and even Amazon Prime Day these days. We're well aware of the fantastic shopping deals they provide and one-day-only sale prices. However, in between those two days is another special day to shop, and that's Small Business Saturday – aimed at celebrating artisan makers and independently owned shops to further support small businesses during the busiest shopping time of the year. 

2024
October