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Sarasota County offers a variety of rewarding volunteer opportunities that allow you to connect with your community while making a meaningful impact.Visit Sarasota CountyVisit Sarasota County is looking for engaging customer-service personalities with basic Sarasota County knowledge, the ability to stand and sit for short periods of time, and some...
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Sarasota and Venice have some great waterfront dining restaurants! Check out a list of our favorite places to eat on the water. When the sunbathing hours draw to a sunset close, Sarasota County diners head to the bevy of beachfront or bayfront restaurants nearby for a sip and some sustenance...
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In Florida, the best table is usually the one by the water, and these waterside views will have you feasting your eyes as you fill your stomachs.Maybe your ideal beach vacation includes parasailing and jet skis, or maybe you like to relax and unwind with a great book by the...
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Be sure to tiki it up before or after the beach with a piña colada (or two)Tiki bars, often in their own kitschy ways, are reminiscent of exotic paradises. It should come as no surprise then, that Sarasota, an exotic paradise in itself, is scattered with them. The tiki culture...
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Sarasota's wine culture lures both seasoned oenophiles and casual revelers—and everyone in between. Whether you're seeking a bottle for a dinner party or a vibey spot to enjoy a glass, Sarasota’s wine scene is as dynamic as your favorite red blend. Scattered across the city’s neighborhoods, discover everything from boutique...
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Whether you're a local or a visitor on vacation, clock out for the day and take advantage of these hotel bar happy hours Who doesn't love a good happy hour? And with a myriad of hotels and resorts across Sarasota County, there are more hidden gems than you think just...
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The greater Sarasota area attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy the white beaches, cultural amenities, and great restaurants. Within the city limits of Sarasota is Pinecraft, a small working neighborhood that draws some of the area's most unique and special snowbirds – members of Amish...
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With a variety of local cafes and craft roasteries, it's up to you to pick your favorite caffeine fix in Sarasota!Although the aroma of freshly brewed coffee speaks a universal language that is recognizable to most people, true coffee connoisseurs know that the difference between a good cup of coffee...
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Here’s the latest report from fishing guides in the area.June Fishing Report—Capt. Rick GrassettRick Grassett is a Charter Captain with CB's Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta KeyTarpon should be plentiful in the coastal gulf this month as big schools of fish migrate along our beaches. Also look for cobia, tripletail and...