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Headline: Sarasota County Holiday Events Guide, 2019 By: Jessi Smith Subtitle: Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the bay, dolphins glistening. It's a beautiful sight, wearing shorts in sunlight, walking in a Florida wonderland... Lead Photo: Caption: Several local spots will be illuminated with holiday cheer like St. Armands...
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Winter is now in the rearview mirror and a road trip is always a good idea Defrost those winter muscles with a little vernal sunshine—springtime is approaching and the mile markers are calling. So mark some OOO on the calendar, jump in the car and hit the wide-open road. Depending...
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Sarasota remains a leading tastemaker in Florida's Midcentury Modern, Mediterranean Revival, and contemporary architecture scene.Getting acquainted with local architecture is a great way to explore the history of Sarasota and to get a taste of the 'Florida lifestyle' of a bygone era—before the days of residential air conditioning. With a...
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Trying to get funky? From jazz to folk, trop-rock to classical and much more, the Sarasota County area has a spot to experience every genre during the warmer months.There’s a reason so many songs are about summertime – “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” “Summer Breeze,” “Summer Nights,” “Summer in the...
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The Newtown Alive trolley tour leaves no stone unturned in celebrating over a century of African-American history in Sarasota. When passengers load upon the Newtown Alive trolley tour they can expect to be greeted with laughter, praise & worship, and of course Vickie Oldham. Oldham, the mastermind behind Newtown Alive...
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From larger-than-life murals to sculptural works of fine art, spot a sundry of public art pieces as you road trip or stroll Sarasota County.Truly an art lover's paradise, especially for those who'd rather stumble upon public art outside in nature instead of inside the walls of a museum or gallery...
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A deep dive into the shallow waters and changing tides of Sarasota's sneaky sandbars dotting the coastline. For those keen to explore Florida's Gulf Coast beauty from the deck of a boat or anchored ashore a remote (albeit, temporary) island, Sarasota’s sandbars offer an experience beyond the 40 miles of...
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Turn a regular day of shopping into a memorable experience with these local tips for things you can do when you visit some of the popular retail stops around Sarasota County.Downtown SarasotaIn Downtown Sarasota, Main Street and its offshoots are home to national retailers, art galleries, antique shops and trendy...
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With over 6,200 hotel rooms, it's time to shine the spotlight on some of Sarasota County's top hotels. From beachfront, rooftop and secluded, we have a diverse collection waiting for you. Planning your next family vacation, business meeting, special event, or secluded staycation getaway? Get acquainted with these unique or...
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Feasts and festivities abound to suit any dad’s style this Father’s Day. Here are some ideas for a weekend fit for fathers and the rest of the family, too.If you’re spending Father’s Day weekend with Dad or Grandpa in Southwest Florida, you’re in luck! There are loads of gatherings in...