Sarasota County to Replace Trees Along Dearborn St
Sarasota County will begin removing 42 black olive trees along Dearborn Street in late August as part of an infrastructure and streetscape improvement project. Thirty-six trees on the west side […]
Sarasota County Offers Free Sandbag Pickup Aug. 10, Sept. 14
Sarasota County will offer free, voluntary, self-service sandbag stations Sunday, August 10, to help residents prepare for potential tropical weather during hurricane season. A second distribution date is set for […]
North Port to Host Enchanted Poinsettia Parade & Festival December 6
The City of North Port is inviting the community to celebrate the holiday season with the return of a popular tradition, the Poinsettia Parade & Festival, on Saturday, December 6, […]
Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens Announces 2025–2026 Season Dates
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 […]
Gift Boosts Public Access to Sarasota County’s History Through Digitization
A $100,000 anonymous donation is helping Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources expand access to its extensive archival collections through new digitization tools and public resources. The donation, made to […]
Nancy Wille Named Grand Marshal of Englewood’s Pioneer Days Parade
Nancy Wille, a lifelong volunteer, historian, and one of Englewood’s most devoted residents, has been named Grand Marshal of the 2025 Pioneer Days Parade in recognition of her decades-long commitment […]
Charlotte County Community Development Launches New Floodplain Platform to Improve Access to Flood Risk Information
The Charlotte County Community Development Department has officially launched Forerunner, a new online platform that gives residents quick, easy access to detailed flood information about their properties. This digital tool […]
Reading Buddies Luncheon to Celebrate Charlotte County Literacy Volunteers
Charlotte County Reads will host the Reading Buddies Luncheon on Monday, August 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Life Celebration Center of Punta Gorda. The event honors […]
SKYWARN storm spotter training offered Aug. 16
SARASOTA — Community members are invited to become the first line of defense against severe weather by attending a free SKYWARN® storm spotter training hosted by Sarasota County Emergency Management […]
Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces Fourth Season of Cross Arts Collaborative with New Local Commissions
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its fourth season of the Cross Arts Collaborative, an initiative that supports local performers expanding their creative practices. This year’s recipients are composer Shawn […]
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