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Travis Ray of Dapper Bowtique and Asa Thomas of Art Ovation Hotel discuss their collaboration and what it means for the community Those who make Sarasota a wonderful place to live, visit and enjoy find ways of working together through collaborative initiatives and projects within their own community. Whether you’re...
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FantaSea Venice invites you to stroll among hand-painted mermaids and sea horses throughout downtown. Looking for a selfie with a life-size mermaid? Then float on down to Venice. A whimsical, larger-than-life collection of colorful creatures of the deep, FantaSea Venice is bound to inspire visitors and locals alike to explore...
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Jenny Makowski Jenny Makowski, general manager of Snook Haven in Venice, loves going to work every day. “Whether you’re coming from the city or beach area, both of which have built up quite a bit in the last few years, all of the sudden you hit this dirt road,” Jenny...
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Howard Tsvi Kaplan Gulf Coast opera aficionados have long been delighted, not just by the soaring arias, but by the beautiful costumes that are part of each Sarasota Opera production. For 25 seasons, Howard Tsvi Kaplan and his staff have created those exquisite costumes for more than 100 operas. “I’ve...
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Danielle Mosteller Originally from the Philadelphia area, Danielle Mosteller moved to Sarasota 2 ½ years ago to accept a position as director of guest services and membership at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. She handles ticketing, Mote’s virtual reality program, its fossil creek and membership services. “We have a couple...
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Love to read on vacation? Then check out our catalogue of bookstores, poetry readings and places for young readers. Word on the street is that Sarasota is the place to be for bookworms of all ages, spoken word poets, and other literary-minded folks. Whether your love of the written word...
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Find the perfect spot and explore the destination with this Sarasota County Neighborhood GuideFinding the right neighborhood for you can be a daunting task. When you relocate to Sarasota County, you might ask yourself what is important. Is it school district? Proximity to beach? Walkability to shops and restaurants? Quiet...
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You may need more than one weekend to explore the 10 different farmers' markets and downtown gatherings of Sarasota County.Looking for fresh produce, artisan baked goods, the finest flowers and unique art? Then look no further than one of the many farmers markets found right here in Sarasota County. At...
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Get your steps in as you check off your list. From farmer’s markets brimming with unique goodies to avenues lined with sophisticated boutiques, here are some fun, open-air shopping experiences in and around Sarasota. Downtown SarasotaIf you’re looking to spend a whole day conquering your holiday gift list, this should...
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The greater Sarasota area attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy the white beaches, cultural amenities, and great restaurants. Within the city limits of Sarasota is Pinecraft, a small working neighborhood that draws some of the area's most unique and special snowbirds – members of Amish...