October

Check out the ghost stories and some popular folk lore of prominent Sarasota places, such as Historic Spanish Point, and the Ringling Estate.

Attention ghost hunters: 'tis the season when spooky things are afoot in this sunny, seaside circus town.

Now is when Florida’s citrus is ripening on the trees dotting the landscape with colorful orange and yellow hues, and reminding us of our state’s bounty. These reminders give us special reason to add citrus to our holiday menus.

Looking for some family fun in the sun? You’ve come to the right place.

There are lots of family-friendly ways to explore and enjoy Sarasota County. Whether you’ve got toddlers, tweens or teens in your traveling party, Sarasota County offers all kinds of options for the young (and young at heart).

Here are 10 kid-approved activities to add to your vacation itinerary:

If you’re looking for gently used and/or repurposed items, check out these nifty spots in the Sarasota area.

Browsing for second-hand items is a slice of Americana that we should all experience at least once in our lifetimes. Yard sales are great, but flea markets, swap meets and salvage shops bring the task of shopping for gently used treasures to a whole new level. 

Keep the little ones – or the big ones – engaged and entertained with a Sarasota Scavenger Hunt. How many can they find? #MySarasota.

At the Beach

(Remember: If the creature is alive, please observe and enjoy, but handle carefully and return to its home safely)

Learn about the local and unique Florida wildlife that exists in Sarasota County and have made this sub-tropical environment their home.

Sarasota abounds with wildlife, both big and small, on the land, in the sea, and in the sky. Many are unique to the region and, while enjoying Sarasota, various critters may cross your path that make you wonder “What did I just see?” Here are your answers for many of the common, misunderstood, or unusual of the Floridian faunae.

Find out what one organization is doing to draw attention to our growing local food community.

For some time we’ve been hearing about the importance of “eating local,” but what does that really mean? 

We go to grocery stores to stock up on items, many of which are found on a year-round basis, like strawberries, tomatoes and lettuce. Their sources could be from North Carolina, California, Florida, Mexico, Chile or any number of growing regions, but if we can find them in our local markets, aren’t we ‘eating local?’ Not necessarily. . .

Sarasota’s abundant beaches, coves, bays, and creeks, are the perfect place to hop on a stand up paddleboard (SUP). Meander silently and slowly, like an ocean-dwelling ninja, so the fish don’t dart, the birds don’t fly, and the sea mammals come say hi.

Learn what’s happening at this gem in our community

Our community boasts many amazing businesses, non-profits and organizations. But there’s one that’s a bit unique, off the beaten path, chock-full of learning opportunities, and always a fun place to visit. So, what is it?!?