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After nearly shutting its doors for good, the Arts Alliance of Lemon Bay came roaring back with a grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting celebration! The evening was filled with art, live music, food, drinks, and plenty of smiles as supporters gathered to celebrate the gallery’s fresh start. Thanks to everyone who helped keep a creative heartbeat of Lemon Bay alive and thriving! PS: Remember them for holiday shopping!
Back by popular demand! The 5th Annual LB Baseball & Softball Slowpitch Tournament will take place Sunday, November 23, at the Englewood Sports Complex, located at 1300 South River Road. […]
Embracing Our Differences has appointed Michaela Stockhill as its new engagement director, bringing extensive experience in education, leadership, and community development to the role. Stockhill will oversee volunteer coordination, community […]
With youth mental health concerns rising nationwide, a free Mental Health First Aid training is being offered to help high school students learn how to recognize and respond when a […]
The Englewood Fire Department has upgraded Tower 75 to an Advanced Life Support truck, expanding its capacity to deliver critical medical care in emergencies. With the addition, four of the […]
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has asked Sarasota County commissioners for permission to assume ownership of its historic campus on Manasota Key, a move leaders say would save taxpayer dollars and […]
Sarasota Music FestivalEach June, the Sarasota Music Festival brings together 60 of the world’s most talented young musicians and more than 40 acclaimed guest artists for three weeks of inspiring […]
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will once again present their celebrated outdoor performance series, “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens,” now entering its sixth year. The 2025–2026 […]
Construction is underway on a new recreation center and pool at Port Charlotte Beach Park, marking another step in the county’s long-term recovery and resilience efforts. The County Commission will […]
Big Waters Land Trust proudly announces the jury selections and winners of its second annual Community Art Show, a vibrant celebration of Florida’s natural beauty through the eyes of local […]
A group of 14 middle school boys in Englewood has become the first class of the Young Gentlemen’s League, a new mentorship program created to teach respect, accountability, and leadership […]
SARASOTA COUNTY — Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources invites readers, writers and literary lovers of all ages to the 2025 Off the Page literary celebration, a monthlong literary celebration […]
HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency and the North port Police Department are teaming up to help Englewood residents safely dispose of unneeded medications. Building on a promising 27% decline in […]
Calling all photographers! Selby Gardens’ 45th Annual Juried Photographic Exhibition will be on view online from August 28 through September 30. Presented in partnership with Observer Media Group, this celebrated […]
Need ideas to keep the kids engaged? We’ve got educational outings, creative camps, and some old-fashioned summer fun… Family Movie NightGulf Cove United Methodist Church, 1100 S. McCall Road, Gulf […]
From youth achievements to family fun, September is full of opportunities for kids and caregivers to learn, imagine, and explore together. Sixteen-year-old Maddie Canty sets the tone with her Girl […]
The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on November 5, 2025, to consider a request for a special exception that would allow a wholesale plant nursery […]
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