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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...
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It's a blissful day on Siesta Key. I am at the intersection of "beach" and "ocean" avenues, and debating which path I want to take to one of the best beaches in the U.S. (and the world!). For now, I make up my mind and go right – down the...
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Where there's a beach, there better be ice cream, and you'll never be far from a frozen treat with these delicious, locally-owned shops around Sarasota County There’s nothing like a cool treat on a warm day, and some ice cream is the perfect way to finish a little fun in...
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So many bars, so little time. Let us help you pick the best stops in downtown Sarasota for a crisp craft cocktail. It’s hot down here in Sarasota, and we are always searching for great ways to beat the heat. From beachside activities to luxurious spa days and everything in...
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The charm and appeal of Historic Spanish Point can be easily summed up in four P’s — Prehistoric, Pioneers, Palmer, and Plants. Nestled far back off Tamiami Trail in sleepy Osprey lies a verdant oasis rich with history. The 30 acre parcel of waterfront land has been inhabited by humans...
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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...
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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...
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A look at how it all started. How it all began ... Sarasota first became a "modern" town in the 1880s, after it was promoted in Scotland by the Florida Mortgage and Investment Co. in 1885. It was a breath of fresh air, promising an abundance of fertile land, plentiful...
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Get ready to groove as we unveil the rhythm-rich heartbeat of Sarasota's buzzing live music scene! Picture this: salty sea breeze, good vibes and killer tunes. We've rounded up eight must-hit spots across the county where the beats are as diverse as the crowd. From cozy jazz joints to beachfront...
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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...