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Grabbing a blanket and packing some PB&Js makes for a simple beach picnic, but what if you want to get a little more creative?Your dream picnic can be just as magical as the ones you see on TV. Sarasota's scenery makes it simple. Enjoy a long picnic lunch in the...
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From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions feature new exhibits that change our perceptions, allowing us to experience something old in a new way.From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions – Mote Marine, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Ringling Art Museum - feature new...
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Fine dining, farmers markets, breweries and much more. Dining in Sarasota County isn’t just another meal, it’s an adventure of culinary tastes. Sarasota County is home to award-winning chefs and 21 Zagat-rated restaurants. Beyond fine dining, however, is a treasure trove of culinary experiences. Enjoy fresh produce from a Farmers...
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Six barrier islands hug Sarasota County’s 40 miles of coastline. Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR | Communications Manager 941-955-0991 Ext. 103 Sarasota County Beaches Six barrier islands hug Sarasota County's 40 miles of coastline. The barrier islands, many called "keys," each have their own personality. The beaches along the coasts of...
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There are several specialty food resources in the Sarasota area to satisfy a multitude of cultural backgrounds, and you don’t have to look hard to find them!We all have favorite dishes - many that even connect to our ancestral roots. Some celebrate special occasions, others simply provide comfort when we’re...
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Location On Florida's west coast between Tampa to the north and Ft. Myers to the south, Sarasota County is between Manatee County (north) and Charlotte County (south) and is located on the Gulf of Mexico. Communities Casey Key, Englewood, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Manasota Key, Nokomis, North Port, Osprey, Siesta...
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Located in Venice, Fla., Fox Lea Farm is one of the few privately owned equestrian facilities in the state. While many of the events held at the facility are owned and managed by Fox Lea Farm, Inc., it is also available for rental to outside organizations. Hunter jumper, quarter horse...
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Sarasota County is a beautiful place, ripe with things to enjoy such as arts and culture, fine restaurants and romantic beaches. With a mix of residents from all over the country and the world, Sarasota County is a open and diverse atmosphere. It is an excellent place for the LGBT...
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In addition to a state-of-the-art, multi-sport complex and stadium, IMG Academy offers 16 multi-purpose fields, 4 baseball fields, 12 indoor and outdoor batting cages, an IAAF-regulation 8-lane, 400m track with long and triple jump runways and a dedicated throw area, an 18-hole golf course with driving range and putting greens...
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Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key. Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key. These laid-back spots are home to mom-and-pop businesses and all kinds of ways to...