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The Limelight District is for Edgy Art & All That’s Local in Sarasota

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For those who yearn for unique, expert and sometimes quirky small business experiences, the budding sector of Limelight District on the fringes of downtown Sarasota more than delivers. Anchored in an edgy creative arts scene that includes mouth-watering eats, hand-crafted treats and local hotspots with distinct services, there’s always something...

Here Are 7 Things a Sarasota Native Says You Must Do When Visiting the Area

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Emma Weyant’s not only a championship swimmer for Team USA. She’s also a Sarasota native who loves the place where she grew up. As a true local, she’s got her favorite spots in the area, both her longtime haunts and newer finds. And luckily for us (and you), she’s willing...

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

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Theater… Music… Visual Art… Literature… Dance… …where it all begins. Click here to learn more. The Hermitage is a leading national arts incubator and multidisciplinary artist retreat dedicated to championing bold and impactful new work, supporting the creative process, elevating the artist experience, and enriching the lives of audiences and...

Shopping in Southwest Florida: Charmed Times Three

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Experience a day of strolling, shopping and eating in historic districts throughout Southwest Florida. Find truly one-of-a-kind items in these locations, which combine merchandise with artisanal food and drink. On a day when strolling, shopping and eating in a historic area feels like the thing to do, there are a...

How to Spend a Day Around Ed Smith Stadium

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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...

Toast to the Coast: Outdoor Dining on the Water in Sarasota

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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...

Flea Markets, Swap Meets & Salvage Shops

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If you’re looking for gently used and/or repurposed items, check out these nifty spots in the Sarasota area. Browsing for second-hand items is a slice of Americana that we should all experience at least once in our lifetimes. Yard sales are great, but flea markets, swap meets and salvage shops...

Reptiles to Flowers: Exhibits and Activities in Sarasota

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From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions feature new exhibits that change our perceptions, allowing us to experience something old in a new way. From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions – Mote Marine, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Ringling Art Museum - feature...

Joe and Dough

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Where to find the best cup of coffee (and doughnut to match) in Sarasota Like Sonny and Cher, Romeo and Juliet, Forest and Jenny, doughnuts and coffee are a natural pairing, destined to be together. Finding the best in each area is a traveler’s mission and, once you have a...

Get to know Historic Newtown, Sarasota’s cultural heritage center, this Juneteenth

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Tucked away between the lapping shores of Sarasota Bay and the charming, yet growing, downtown sector lies a cultural hub long shaped by the city’s Black pioneers and residents — the historic community of Newtown. Recently added to the National Register of Historic Places in May 2024, Newtown is home...