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VSC Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes February 2025January 2025December 2024 (No Meeting)November 2024October 2024September 2024August 2024 (No Meeting)July 2024June 2024May 2024April 2024March 2024 (No Meeting) Executive Committee Meeting MinutesApril 2025March 2025February 2025January 2025November 2024October 2024September 2024August 2024July 2024June 2024May 2024 Finance CommitteeAugust…
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Explore different venues where you can catch stand-up comedians, plays or improv locally.Are you ready to LOL (laugh out loud) during Sarasota's vibrant performing arts season? Whether you want to giggle, guffaw or belly laugh, Sarasota has options to tickle your funny bone. McCurdy's Comedy TheatreSarasota has its own comedy...
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We’ve listed this many activities to do with the kids in Sarasota in an effort to eliminate the dreaded “I’m bored” declarations If you’re drawing a blank and can’t remember any of the myriad of fun things you were hoping to do with your little ones this summer, you’ve come...
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Here are five places away from the beach in Sarasota County with a little bit for the parents, a little bit for the children, and a whole lot of happy for everyone.Marie Selby Botanical Gardens For AdultsAcres upon acres of pristine botanical plants, ranging from massive banyan trees to exquisite...
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Sand and saltwater free, bring your kids to these splash areas and playgrounds to give them a day filled with refreshing fun and laughter.Simmer down your summer and head to one of our family-friendly parks with water features for your kids—without the entrance fee of waterparks and aquatic facilities. Splash...
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Here are five family-friendly beaches worth a visit when exploring Sarasota's keys.No family trip to Sarasota County and her barrier islands is complete without spending some time on the sand. Whether you have toddlers or 'tweens in tow, there are local beaches that are great for kiddos of all ages...
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Catch a ride on the brand-new Sarasota Bay Runner, an open-air trolley service to make sure you vacation more and drive less for an easy-breezy transit experience Ding, ding—that shiny white trolley you may have spotted cruising around town is here to provide an enjoyable experience that reduces travel time...
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Notice of Upcoming Meetings May 2025VSC Partner Orientation, May 1 at 9:00 am via ZOOMVSC Executive Committee Meeting, May 6 at 3:00 pm via ZOOMNational Travel and Tourism Week Celebration, May 6 at 4:30 pm, SRQ AirportVSC Board of Directors Meeting, May 8 at 8:30 amVSC Partner After Hours, May...
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EligibilityThis contest is open to individuals aged 18 and over. To participate, users must sign up for the Savor Sarasota Pass via SavorSarasota.com and check in at participating restaurants during Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week, taking place June 1–20, 2025.How to EnterSign up for the free Savor Sarasota Pass at SavorSarasota.com...
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Jennifer Dolgetta joins the local tourism bureau with more than a decade of customer service and hospitality operations experience.From beach escapes to hidden gems, Jennifer Manzanilla Dolgetta is now a go-to guide as she steps into the role of Visitor Experiences Coordinator at Visit Sarasota County. Dolgetta will oversee the...