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Discover Sarasota's history, wildlife, circus scene, ghost stories and the best restaurants in town with our local tour companies. Whether it's your first trip to Sarasota County or 100th time, there's always something new to learn about this pocket of Florida's Gulf Coast. Many tour operators have local in-depth knowledge...
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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...
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Check out restorative ways to relax and unwind while visiting Sarasota County. "Om" is the word representing an ancient sound or vibration that is often chanted as a mantra in yoga sessions. The rhythmic aural sensation is believed to touch a deeper chord within our souls reflecting a universal synchronicity...
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Nix the cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving—the only thing you need to make is a reservation. Want to taste fall flavors for Thanksgiving in Sarasota County without having to deal with the prep, cooking or—most dreaded—the cleanup? These local restaurants are dishing up special holiday menus for takeout or dine-in...
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Step into a magical world of awe-inspiring performances and holiday cheer as larger-than-life performers light up the arena. Wonderland is back with Believe, a never-before-seen production that promises to take audiences on a heartwarming and visually stunning journey weaving in the enchantment of the winter holidays and their unique traditions...
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Notice of Upcoming Meetings December 2025 VSC Executive Committee Meeting, December 2 at 3:00 pm via ZOOM VSC Partner Orientation, December 4 at 9:00 am via ZOOM VSC Partner After Hours, December 10 at 3:30 pm, Big Tiki Lounge VSC Board of Directors Meeting, December 11 at 8:30 am January...
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Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time to be here than when everyone else wishes they were. When much of the country is buried under blankets and hibernating, Florida's Gulf Coast is stretching out under 70-degree sunshine. Sarasota’s version...
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Step into the studios, stages and soundscapes of Sarasota’s inspiring artists and performers—each helping shape Florida’s Cultural Coast® with passion and purpose. Behind Sarasota's cultural vibrancy are the inspiring artists, curators, musicians and performers who make it all happen. Whether they were born here or drawn here, this community is...
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More than a season—a living legacy of dance, creativity and connection When the curtain rises on The Sarasota Ballet’s stage, audiences are transported—lifted by the grace, precision and emotion that define one of America’s most distinctive ballet companies. Yet what unfolds under the lights is only part of the story...
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A hidden haven awaits on Sarasota’s City Island. Save Our Seabirds offers an unforgettable experience for families, bird lovers and curious travelers alike. Wander the shaded Bird Walk, where parrots chatter and dance for fun, sandhill cranes lift their booming calls into the air and owls peer from their perches...