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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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Cool-weather months in Sarasota bring out some of the best in local and regional produce offerings, shark tooth hunting and sunsets galoreBrace yourself: Winter is coming.When the breezes are brisk and water temps in the Gulf of Mexico take a dip, it's clear that Florida's frigid season, when temperatures sometimes...
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We asked couples how they celebrate romance in Sarasota, inspiring some interesting date ideas for you and your loved one Celebrating love is not exclusive to couples. I know fathers and daughters who celebrate Valentine's Day, as well as mothers and sons, and even best friends. For couples, though, a...
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From frozen sangrias to Cuban Sandwiches to “Jetty Dogs,” save room for a tasty treat from one of Sarasota County’s unique beach concession menus In my book, beach snacks are mandatory. Sarasota County has many beautiful beaches, including one that you may have heard regularly wins awards: Siesta Key Beach...
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An easy and tasty homemade chocolate treat to celebrate a holiday, anniversary, birthday and more!If you’re thinking about making a treat for your special someone, how about chocolate bark topped with sweet and salty morsels? It’s easy to make, pretty to look at, and a welcome gift for the lucky...
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Adventure-seeking visitors to Siesta Key don't have to look far beyond the beach for an adrenaline rush If soaking up sun, surf and sand aren't your idea of spending a visit to the best beach in the U.S., don't worry. You can hop on a jet ski, go parasailing, wrangle...
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Choose your adventure in this laid-back coastal community Ever wonder what it might have been like to vacation in Florida in decades past? Then you'll want to head to Englewood, a place that oozes Old Florida, small-town charm. You won't find lots of Med Rev mega-mansions and sprawling strip malls...
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Birding & Wildlife Viewing Celery Fields in Sarasota offers more than 300 acres of wetlands, 100 of them restored, and upland habitat tours and opportunities to spot more than 200 bird species and 30 to 40 species of butterflies. Jim Neville Marine Preserve, an 118-acre preserve, made of mangrove islands...
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From Little League to Major League, Sarasota hits a home run with baseball players and fans with its ample baseball fields, venues, and events In this topsy-turvy latitude that is Sarasota, the season for frolicking outdoors is just beginning rather than ending. While much of the country is preparing to...
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Make friends jealous during your next virtual happy hour or video conference with a stunning beach background from Sarasota County If you're turning to video conference softwares like Zoom for a much-needed dose of social interaction with friends or coworkers, check out these free resources to spice up your virtual...