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Don't miss your favorite sports teams play or tournament unfold while you're on vacation, or out on-the-town for business, by always having these game-watching hotspots in Sarasota in your back pocket. Whether an out-of-state sports fan or local fan, there's no reason to miss a can't-miss football game, highly anticipated...
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See what catches your eye while exploring Sarasota County’s shopping scene Looking to give your credit card a workout? There are plenty of places in Sarasota County where you can browse and buy everything from high-end handbags to beachy souvenirs.Burns CourtBurns Court is an enclave of historic, 1920s-era bungalows and...
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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...
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Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them is along the coastline of Venice, Florida.It's a picture-perfect morning on Southwest Florida's Venice beach, as the cloudless royal blue sky meets the far-off horizon. The emerald-green Gulf of Mexico gently laps...
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Take a journey through this cultural treasure to discover an enchanting celebration of arts, history, and creativity.Much of Sarasota’s picturesque landscapes and fascinating history is situated north of downtown, tucked away along the shores of Sarasota Bay at a world-renowned institution known as The Ringling. A destination that stands as...
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The annual Venice Sharks Tooth Festival invites marine lovers to discover magnificent fossil collections and jawsome finds!Sharks. The mere mention of these carnivorous creatures makes some people cringe. In Venice, however, it's actually cause for celebration. The Sharks Tooth Festival, which first began in 1992, returns every year to Venice...
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Turn hours of fun at a Baltimore Orioles Spring Training game into a full day of activities at these nearby restaurants and attractions.Let’s play ball! It’s Spring Training time again, which means the Baltimore Orioles are back at Ed Smith Stadium and ready to knock it out of the park...
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It's time to cheer on your favorite baseball teams in Sarasota and North Port again, with yet another exciting spring training season on the horizon.Season schedules for Ed Smith Stadium, the spring training home of the Baltimore Orioles, and CoolToday Park, the training grounds for the Atlanta Braves, have been...
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2025 marks the 15th season for the Orioles at "Birdland South" in Sarasota CountySnowbirds aren’t the only ones flocking to Sarasota in February. The Baltimore Orioles kick off their 15th spring training season in Sarasota this February when they play the Pittsburgh Pirates at Ed Smith Stadium.2025 Spring Training Home...
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When not in the pool, here’s where a top swimmer likes to spend time outdoors in Sarasota CountySarasota native and champion swimmer Emma Weyant is, not surprisingly, often in the water. In the Sarasota area, that means doing laps at spots like the Selby Aquatic Center near Potter Park.But when...