February

Here are five places away from the beach in Sarasota County with a little bit for the parents, a little bit for the children, and a whole lot of happy for everyone.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 

For Adults

From August 22 to 24, the Fabulous Independent Film Festival at Burns Court Cinemas in downtown Sarasota honors diversity in the community with three days of some of the best independent cinema in the world.

Enjoy for out-of-the-box romance ideas for visitors in Sarasota County.

Spring comes early in Florida. Even in February a bright yellow sun in the clear blue sky warms orange groves glistening with fruit. Honeybees buzz about pollinating the orange blossoms. Birds flit from tree to tree, gathering twigs for their nests.

Valentine's Day is almost here, and with inspiration from the birds and bees, we've created four "romantic dates" for you – all with an authentic Florida twist.

Tennis and pickleball are year-round passion plays here in Sarasota County.

Perfect your backhand and ace your racquet game in Sarasota — a tennis town with bragging rights that extend as far back as 60 years. Public courts and tennis clubs attract pros and players from around the world, including Andre Agassi, Monica Seles and Venus and Serena Williams. Iconic 1960s venues laid the foundation for today’s extensive network of 130 courts and a thriving “set and social” scene that embraces its sister sport, pickleball, as well.

Your family can search for more than just shark teeth in the Shark Tooth Capital of the World

At first glance, Venice Beach may not seem distinctly different from many of the others in the nearby area. Like Lido Key and Turtle Beach, the area boasts stunning turquoise waters and views galore.

Sarasota and Manatee Counties have a wealth of natural, beautiful resources that harbor authentic memorable experiences. Go off the beaten path with Ecko Tours.

Siesta Key is one of the most popular destinations on the Florida Gulf Coast for good reasons — one of which is that it is very photogenic. Here are 5 spots you'll want to visit for a photo on Siesta Key.

Cool-weather months in Sarasota bring out some of the best in local and regional produce offerings, shark tooth hunting and sunsets galore

Brace 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 drop as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit, has arrived. It is our duty to warn you: those bracing temps may stick around for a month, or even two, as winter holds its not-so-icy grip on sunny Sarasota.

Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR  |  Communications Manager
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Sarasota County Beaches

Six barrier islands hug Sarasota County's 40 miles of coastline. The barrier islands, many called "keys," each have their own personality. The beaches along the coasts of these areas range from calm and tapered to lively and expansive.