November

As Sarasota County gears up for the holidays, the arts scene provides a captivating backdrop of creativity and expression. 

Whether you're seeking the perfect holiday gift or simply wish to immerse yourself in the visual delights of the season, Sarasota's art scene offers a myriad of opportunities to celebrate the intersection of art and the holidays. In the enchanting month of December, Sarasota County's art scene comes alive with a flourish of creativity, offering an array of exhibitions, shows, markets and festivals that celebrate the spirit of the season. 

Over 1000 rowers will convene in Sarasota for Florida’s largest and most electrifying regatta.

Get ready for an unforgettable three-day baseball extravaganza as the second annual All-American Women's Baseball Classic tournament descends upon Ed Smith Stadium, spring training home of the 2023 AL East Champion Baltimore Orioles.

The five-day event will kick off with the President’s Match on Wednesday, November 8th.

When you want to unwind but can't escape to Sarasota County's soon enough, try these at-home care ideas from our local health & wellness community

Six reasons to step off the beaten track as meetings and events return

As we begin to get the pandemic under control, the common thinking is that smaller regional meetings will be the first to return. One benefit for planners is the chance to explore destinations and venues that they hadn’t considered before.

Whether it’s a beach getaway, mountain escape, or small-town retreat, small destinations have a number of benefits in synch with the new goals of social distancing and avoiding big groups:

An ideal location in Florida for when the time is right

A good laugh in Sarasota isn't hard to find at some of the area's established institutes for comedy acts (and art).

Mark Twain once said, “Telling the truth is the funniest joke of them all.”

And if truth be told, a good laugh in Sarasota isn’t hard to find. The city has numerous venues that offer open-mic nights where local comedians are sure to tickle your funny bone with some great material.

Sometimes you need to add some pizazz to your vacation clothes, so here are some favorite local shops where you can update your Florida fashion.

We’ve all been there.