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There's nothing sleepy about this must-visit spot that deserves its frequent praiseSarasota County's Siesta Beach has received all kinds of accolades over the years, from glowing press to a host of honors and awards from various organizations. It gained major national attention when it was named the best beach in...
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Spending a Saturday morning at the Sarasota Farmers' Market has been a downtown tradition since 1979, and attendees cross county lines to take part in it.From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. all year long, about 85 vendors gather along Lemon Avenue, between First Street and South Pineapple Avenue. They sell...
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Looking for something special to plan a trip around? Consider the one-two combination of Sarasota County's Gulf Coast beaches and one of these great events this spring.Sometimes you need a reason to take a vacation in the spring. It's that not-quite-yet-summertime-but-beautiful-weather sensation. The winter holidays are long gone, and there's...
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Follow these tips to find the best places in Venice for a photo. Share your #MySarasota masterpiece on social media or a picture frame to make audiences green with vacation envy.Historic downtown Venice is a Sarasota County treasure with charming streets, stores and beautiful beaches nearby. Its ‘Old Florida’ charm...
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Sarasota County has a ton of arts offerings for everyone to enjoy. Take a 36 hour tour to get a preview of just some of the shows, exhibits and galleries in the area. Here is a scenario for new-to-Sarasota visitors, or for locals seeking to rediscover the glory of home...
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Parks, eateries, arts and more. Englewood, Florida is one of Southwest Florida’s best kept secrets for those who want to escape the crowds. Good morning! It’s a beautiful day in Englewood, Florida. Wondering how to spend it? You’ve come to the right place! Here are our suggestions for what to...
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The Historic Downtown Village of Sarasota provides hands-on, kid-friendly creativity with the no-planning-or-cleaning relaxation that vacation demandsSarasota is a city of creativity. Between the museums, art schools, dance performances, chalk art festivals, sand castle contests, and circus shows, anyone visiting Sarasota County is easily inspired to create. When the creative...
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Pristine beaches, vibrant circus culture, boutique shopping and fine dining are a few of the first things that spring to mind when most people think of Sarasota, but for quilting enthusiasts, the area is attractive for a reason that others usually overlook.With more than 700 members spread across three quilters'...
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From the moment she realizes that we’re approaching a paw park, my 10-month-old pug, Cali, has trouble holding still. By the time we hit the parking lot, she is whining impatiently and attempting to claw her way out of the car window. We live in a downtown Sarasota apartment and...
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Get a taste of what’s cooking in Sarasota County Sarasota County is home to award-winning chefs and 21 Zagat-rated restaurants. Among the many different types of cuisine in Sarasota County, here are just a few of our highly recognized establishments.Wine about it The Crow’s Nest Restaurant & Tavern in Venice...