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From trails, to parks, to wildlife and beyond, nature is always waiting just outside the front door in Sarasota County Picking wildflowers. Kayaking the mangroves. Listening for a new tune. Basking in the sunshine. Whether you prefer to be active, or "chillaxed," it's easy to make the most of spring...
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Enjoy this quick-hitting guide to some of the many fun statistics and accolades Sarasota County earns worldwide There are so many reasons to relocate to Sarasota County beyond just its beautiful beaches, friendly people and strong economic opportunities. We’ve collected some of the most fun and interesting facts, as well...
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Mark your calendars for Sarasota’s Virtual Eat Local Week this March featuring fun & informative tours, trivia, and other activities that highlight the cycle of our food system and our region's local food network. It's not every day you find an organization highlighting local food, farms, and a community’s efforts...
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Visit Sarasota County (VSC) is delighted to welcome Susie Bowie, President and CEO of The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation, to its Board of Directors. After seven years as the Executive Director of Manatee Community Foundation, Bowie became the President and CEO of the William G. and Marie Selby...
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There is quite the wide variety of attractions in Sarasota on Florida's Gulf Coast, and we've drawn up a shortlist of some our favorites. Whether it is an afternoon on the mini golf course or an evening on a sunset cruise, there is an entertainment option for every taste, age...
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Today the Visit Sarasota County (VSC) Board of Directors voted to appoint current VSC Vice President Erin M. Duggan, CDME as the new President and CEO of VSC effective September 30 when the current President, Virginia J. Haley, CDME retires. Duggan has been with VSC since 2005, serving first as...
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The Sarasota Baseball Classic steps up to the plate March 20-23, 2017 The Sarasota Baseball Classic is a tournament on the sunny shores of Sarasota County held in March 2017. For 32 years teams from the state of Florida and beyond hit the field for a tournament recognized by Baseball...
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The Giving Challenge is one of the easiest ways to support local nonprofits because it's all online! The Giving Challenge is a 24-hour online giving event where donations made to participating nonprofits will be matched up to $100 per donor, per organization. The event occurs from noon to noon, April...
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National Travel and Tourism Week was celebrated in conjunction with the kick-off of Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week at The Hyatt Regency Sarasota on the evening of May 8th with huge success. Amongst the mingling of over 100 members of the tourism industry, guests received samples from eight different restaurants that...
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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...