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Explore Sarasota's top animal attractions, from lazy manatees and flamingos to majestic elephants and big cats. Are you amazed by animals? Or do you feel particularly connected to them and jump at every chance to be close to them? Well then, Sarasota County is a great place to be! We’ve...
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There is plenty of family fun to be had in Sarasota County. Enjoy a list of 11 activities featuring wildlife, physical activities and natural entertainment. As any parent will tell you, on a vacation with children, it's clear who's running the show. Sure, you're the adult "making the decisions," but...
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There is quite the wide variety of attractions in Sarasota on Florida's Gulf Coast, and we've drawn up a shortlist of some our favorites. Whether it is an afternoon on the mini golf course or an evening on a sunset cruise, there is an entertainment option for every taste, age...
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If you want to ensure you see reptilian basking beauties, Sarasota can make that happen, be it in their natural habitat, at a protected enclosure, or in your arms. “Attention students, the school is going on a limited lockdown due to an alligator traveling on campus.” This is no social...
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Source fresh local produce at Sarasota's U-pick farms, or various pick-up destinations, where the crop list and growing season are enviably long. Something’s always growing in Sarasota. Fruits and vegetables of all colors, shapes and sizes flourish in our climate. The trick is to know what’s in season when and...
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With a rich legacy steeped in passion, precision and a global reputation that precedes it, The Sarasota Ballet is one of America’s leading Ballet companies. The Sarasota Ballet continues to define itself as a Company that bridges legacy and innovation—bringing the world of dance to Sarasota and Sarasota to the...
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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...
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VSC Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 (No Meeting) June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 (No Meeting) February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 (No Meeting) November 2024 October 2024 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May...
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Visit Sarasota County Organizational Chart Erin Thomas Duggan, CDME President & CEO [email protected] (941) 356-0432 Kelly M. Harb, CMP Vice President of Marketing & Communications [email protected] (941) 702-0124 FAM & VIP Guest Form Andrea Hunt Vice President of Finance & Administration [email protected] (941) 955-0991 Ext. #102 Pete Harvey Director of...
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Dive into discovery with your first look at Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA), Sarasota’s next-level aquarium. Ever wanted to swim with the sharks but never quite worked up the nerve? Get a feel for having sharks slip over your head — along with paddling sea turtles and gliding rays —...