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Traveler's Guide to St. Armands Circle on Lido Key

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From retail therapy to wildlife viewing, spend a perfectly relaxing weekend on Lido Key. Retail therapy, wildlife viewing, gourmet dining and Gulf-side relaxation come together on Lido Key and St. Armands Circle. Powdery sand invites beachgoers to dig for shells, while diverse flavors tempt every palate. Explore mangroves, shop local...

A Day in the Southside Village

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Shop and dine at the chic locations hidden in this quaint district along Hillview Street just south of downtown Sarasota A mere mile south of downtown Sarasota, lies a sprawling neighborhood known as Southside teeming with families in both new and historic homes. This family friendly community has influenced the...

2nd Annual All-American Women’s Baseball Classic Tournament Returns to Ed Smith Stadium,

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Get ready for an unforgettable three-day baseball extravaganza as the second annual All-American Women's Baseball Classic tournament descends upon Ed Smith Stadium , spring training home of the 2023 AL East Champion Baltimore Orioles. Hosted by American Girl's Baseball, an affiliate organization of the All-American Girl's Professional Baseball League Players...

Ways to Social Distance in Sarasota County

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Try these six different ideas for enjoying Summer responsibly and saving money with limited-time deals during Sarasota Big Pass Whether your idea of living responsibly is more than six feet away from strangers or so far off-grid another stranger isn’t even in sight, here are some sensible ways to get...

See Why Sarasota was named Best City for Vegans in America

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Special diet? Make your next trip stress free by choosing one of these local restaurants serving up delicious and creative animal-free meals The vegan diet is popular for its health and environmental benefits, and Sarasota County is riding that wave of popularity with more than 40 vegan-friendly restaurants. Sarasota was...

Sarasota County at a Glance

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Find out everything you want to know about our little coastal city of SRQ. Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR | Communications Manager 941-955-0991 Ext. 103 Location Sarasota and her string of eight islands are tucked into the Gulf coast of Southwest Florida, 60 miles south of Tampa and 75 miles north...

Spotlight on South County: Performing Arts South of Siesta

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South Sarasota County may surprise you with its palette of performing arts. When it comes to the arts in Sarasota County, there's a lot more to explore beyond the bustling cultural scene of Downtown Sarasota. While this vibrant hub often remains in the limelight of Florida's Cultural Coast®, further south...

Fresh Sarasota milk, cheese, eggs, and chicken at local farms

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Load up for your next meal at Dakin Dairy Farm and Grove Ladder Farm. Food that’s fresh from a farm makes all the difference in taste—and two Sarasota area farms make it easier to whip up memorable meals full of flavor. Dakin Dairy Farms in Myakka City produces milk, cheese...

Make it a Museum Day in Sarasota County

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Enjoy some arts and culture at these six local spots In the mood to do a little museum hopping? There’s lots to see and experience in the area, from artwork both serious and lighthearted to cool fossils and artifacts from long ago. The Ringling The Ringling complex in Sarasota is...

A Guide to Neighborhoods in the Sarasota Destination

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Find the perfect spot and explore the destination with this Sarasota County Neighborhood Guide Finding the right neighborhood for you can be a daunting task. When you relocate to Sarasota County, you might ask yourself what is important. Is it school district? Proximity to beach? Walkability to shops and restaurants...