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Experience Sarasota County
March 2021
By Compass Rose History Experiences In 1899, Cornelius Van Santvoord (C.V.S.) Wilson, the owner of the Manatee County...
March 2021
By Compass Rose History Experiences Nearly four decades before Sarasota became a county, a group of Scottish immigrants...
February 2021
Did you know Sarasota was nearly home to a “Winter White House?” Every U.S. president since 1976 has...
February 2021
The creative spirit of Sarasota seeps into its every nook and cranny, including unique playgrounds where kids can...
January 2021
Year-round Florida home of the Baltimore Orioles. Since 2009, the Baltimore Orioles have referred to Sarasota County as...
December 2020
Learn about Palmer's extraordinary agricultural innovations, her commitment to horticultural science and livestock-raising methods, and her savvy business...
November 2020
A good laugh in Sarasota isn't hard to find at some of the area's established institutes for comedy...
August 2020
Find out how to find those favorite backdrops from the show and stars' social media pages around Sarasota...
June 2020
In search of coastal cuisine, cultural attractions, and enough sunshine to cure their lingering polar-vortex blues, a couple...
Check current Sarasota County beach conditions, surf updates and weather and safety information before visiting. With over 35...
Unlock Sarasota County's many beautiful beaches and barrier islands–from Longboat Key down to Manasota Key Whether you prefer...
As you explore area beaches, unlock the Beach Pass to earn an exclusive prize! The Sarasota Beach Pass...