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Handz-on Family Program
Every Sunday
1:00-3:00 PM |
Children ages 6 - 12 are invited to bring their favorite adult to the Ringling Museum for Handz-On! Guided by creative Museum educators, families will explore the galleries, enjoy family-friendly activities, and make fabulous works of art.
Location: John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Information: To reserve your space, call Janine Packard, Education Specialist at 941-359-5700 ex 1-3703, or email jpackard@ringling.org www.ringling.org |
Palm Singles
Every Monday
6:00 PM |
Over 50's singles group meets for dinner at 6 pm followed by a program. We also offer a full monthly calendar of events. This is a great time to come out and make new friends.
Location: Church of the Palms 3224 Bee Ridge Road
Information: For dinner reservation call 924.7430.Dotty |
Sarasota African Violet Society
Every 3rd Tuesday except June, July, August
10:00 AM - Noon
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Learn and share America's favorite and most recognized house plant,including monthly workshops.
Location: First Baptist Church 265 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey
Information: 941.343.0976 |
MOMS Club of Sarasota North
Every 1st Wednesday
10:00 AM
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We discuss club business and activities planned for the month while
children play or make a craft. You and your children are WELCOME to join us.
Location: St. James United Methodist, 2049 N. Honore Ave.
Information: 941.306.3649 or momsclubofsarasotanorth.com |
Mommy and Me at Mote
Every Thursday
10:00 AM |
Come and learn about amazing sea creatures using crafts, games, songs, role plays, and stories. Each week offers brand-new ocean adventures for kids ages 2-5 and their favorite adult! Advance registration required. Members: $12/pair, $4/extra child; Non-members:
$15/pair, $5/extra child
Location: Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Information: 941.388.4441 x 229 or
www.mote.org/families |
Preschool
Storytime
Every Thursday
10:00 & 11:15 AM |
For ages 3 and
up. Read-aloud stories, music, films, finger games, and community
guests.
Location: Selby Public Library, 1331 First St.
Information: 941.316.1181 |
Not-Two-Young
Storytime
Every Thursday
10:00 & 11:15 |
For 2-year-olds
and an accompanying adult. Read-aloud stories, music, films, finger
games, and community guests.
Location: Selby Public Library, 1331 First St.
Information: 941.316.1181 |
Positively Speaking Toastmasters
Every Friday
6:00 PM |
Do something different on Friday nights by challenging your mind and having loads of fun with a great group of people. Guests are always welcome.
Location: Episcopal Church of the Nativity, 5900 N. Lockwood Ridge Road
Information: 941.685.1614 or posspeaking.freetoasthost.org |
Art Walks on Palm Avenue
First Friday of the Month
6:00 - 9:00 PM
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Palm Avenue hosts a monthly Art Walk on the First Friday of each month. Browse the fine art galleries, jewelers, and restaurants of Palm Avenue while enjoying dancing, live music, and refreshments. A mainstay in Sarasota for many years, monthly special events make this a must-do.
Location: Palm Avenue in Downtown Sarasota |
Third Friday Towles Court Artwalk
Third Friday of the Month
6:00 -
10:00 PM |
Nestled at the edge of downtown Sarasota is a unique hidden treasure of artistic and culinary talent... the Towles Court Arts District. Wind through the paths under looming oaks and palms, where you will find an array of galleries, studios, jewelry boutiques, antique stores, gift shops and >> outdoor cafes to please every culinary appetite all housed within the original historical Old- Florida style architecture. For a night on the town, stroll through and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere
Location: Historic Towles Court Artist Colony, 1938 Adams Lane (2 Blocks South of Ringling Blvd. just west of Hwy 301)
Information: 941.955.4546 or www.towlescourt.com |
Downtown Farmers' Market
Every Saturday
7:00 AM - Noon |
Every Saturday, rain or shine, the Downtown Farmers' Market is is a potpourri of fresh produce, food, flowers and plants, fine artisanship,
friends and fun. It has become a community happening - a gathering place for
people to bring families, friends and even dogs to peruse the displays of
garden-fresh produce and unique craft products.
Location: Main St. and Lemon Ave. |
Mommy and Me at Mote
Every Saturday
10:00 AM |
Come and learn about amazing sea creatures using crafts, games, songs, role plays, and stories. Each week offers brand-new ocean adventures for kids ages 2-5 and their favorite adult! Advance registration required. Members: $12/pair, $4/extra child; Non-members:
$15/pair, $5/extra child
Location: Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Information: 941.388.4441 x 229 or
www.mote.org/families |
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Lady
May 9 - Jun 1
Tue-Sat 8:00 PM
Wed, Sat, & Sun 2:00 PM
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A New Play by writer of Six Feet Under and Dirty Sexy Money.In the woods outside their small midwestern hometown, three old friends come together on a hunting trip. But they quickly discover that the men they've become are very different from the boys they once were. In the light of their new lives, new responsibilities, and new conflicts - both personal and political - can old ties bear up? Or will the war in Iraq claim their friendship as its newest casualty?
Contains adult language, suited for mature audiences.
Location: Cook Theatre (In the FSU Center for Performing Arts - 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.asolo.org/Plays/Lady/tabid/83/Default.aspx
or 941.351.8000 |
Diana Lucas Leavengood
May 14 - Jul 5
Tue. - Sat.
11:00AM - 4:00 PM
Fri.
11-4 & 6-9:00PM
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This exhibition features new work by photographer Diana Lucas Leavengood inspired by the Holt, Rhinehart and Winston series "Rivers of America". Leavengood's new series American River began by exposing various legs of the Hillsborough River, which runs into Tampa Bay from its source in the Green Swamp.
Location: Katharine Butler Gallery
Information:
www.kbutlergallery.com
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Working A Musical
May 16 - Jun 8
Tue - Sat 8:00 PM
Wed, Sat, & Sun
2:00 PM
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Do you love your job? Or do you rush to punch out at the end of the day? WORKING, conceived by Stephen Schwartz, the creator of WICKED, is a powerful audience favorite featuring characters from all walks of life - trucker to housewife, fireman to executive. You'll surely feel at least one of them is singing your song! Suited for audiences 12+.
Location: Mertz Theatre, In the FSU Center for Performing Arts - 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.asolo.org/Plays/Working/tabid/84/Default.aspx
or 941.351.8000 |
Imaginique
Sat. May. 17
7:00 PM
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The Florida Ballet Arts Academy presents Imaginique. Imaginique includes classical excerpts from Paquita and Diana and Acteon, as well as exciting & original contemporary choreography by our esteemed staff in the styles of Ballet, Modern, and Jazz. Tickets: $30 - Adults / $15 - Students
Location: Players Theatre
Information:
www.floridaballet.net
or 941.365.2494 |
White On State 2
May 17
7:00 PM - Midnight
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Sarasota's White Party. This fabulous street party centers on the concept of "Home Design In Motion". For only $10.00 per ticket spectators will enjoy a fashion show on a 90 foot runway featuring 5 local boutiques and three home design companies. Displays of local art will butress the urban, metallic structure of the runway. Wander through the village of white, judge for yourself the best decked out vignette (designed by local organizations and businesses). Taste great food from our top restaurants. And if you're lucky you might just feel a chill in the air?
Location: State Street and Lemon Ave.
Information:
www.tinkerbellevents.com
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Swingin' Pops
Sat. May. 17
8:00 PM
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Clarinet prodigy Dave Bennett and his All-Star Sextet join the Florida West Coast Symphony for a jaw-dropping performance of swing hits, Benny Goodman-style.
Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Center
Information:
www.fwcs.org
or 941.953.3434 |
SSIS Spring Carnival
May 7
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Come have some clean family fum. Face painting, dunk tank, bounces and great food.We will also have pony rides and a petting zoo. Sponsored by Suncoast School for Innovative Studies.
Location: 1300 S. Tuttle Ave.
Information:
941.952.5277 |
Designing Women Boutique Summer Salon Series
Thu. May. 29
11:30 AM
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Mini-lecture & Luncheon & Style Show. Karen Koenig, Author "Quit Fighting With Food" $14 per person
Location: Designing Women Boutique, 1226 N. Tamiami Trail at 13th St.
Information:
www.designingwomenboutique.org
or 941.330.0109 |
Players Studio Spectacular Showcase
May 30 7:00 PM
May 31 2:00 PM
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An evening of scenes, song and dance in tribute to TV Land. All seats $8. NOTE: backstage volunteers needed for all productions.
Location: PLayers, 838 N. Tamiami Trail
Information:
theplayers.org
or 941.365.2494 |
Free Reiki/Craniosacral Therapy Share
Jun. 4
6:00 - 9:00 PM
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The Body Connection, an integrative Massage Therapy and Bodywork Practice to host a FREE Reiki/Craniosacral share. Come experience an introduction to the relaxing and restorative qualities of alternative therapies.
Location: 315 Julia Place
Information:
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Shakespeare's "The Tempest"
Jun 12 - 15
8:00 PM
Sun. 2:00 PM
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One of the Bard's final plays, presented in contemporary English. All seats $20. NOTE: backstage volunteers needed for all productions.
Location: PLayers, 838 N. Tamiami Trail
Information:
theplayers.org
or 941.365.2494 |
USF Sarasota-Manatee Lunch & Learn Prospective Student Information Session
Thu. Jun. 12
12:00 PM
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Join us for an informative lunch time event! Find out about our academic programs, the application process, and financial aid. Meet with an advisor about your academic program of interest and find out how you can achieve your educational goals with USF Sarasota-Manatee. Take a tour of our state of the art facility and enjoy lunch on us! Our undergraduate application deadline for the Fall 2008 semester is July 1st. Graduate application deadlines vary please check with the department for deadlines. RSVP today!
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee Selby Auditorium 8350 Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.sarasota.usf.edu/StudentServices/InfoSession.htm
or 941.359.4334 |
Menopause the Musical
Tue. - Sat.
8:00 PM
Wed.,Sat., & Sun.
2:00 PM
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It all starts with four women at a lingerie sale with nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, brain skips, hot flashes, night sweats, chocolate binges, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This joyful music parody set to 28 classic babyboomer songs from "I Heard it Through the Grapevine, You'll No Longer See 39" to that disco favorite "Stayin' Awake, Stayin' Awake" will have you cheering at your seat and dancing in the aisle! It's definitely not The Silent Passage anymore! Suited for audiences 12+.
Location: Mertz Theatre, In the FSU Center for Performing Arts - 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.asolo.org/Plays/MenopauseTheMusical/tabid/298/Default.aspx
or 941.351.8000 |
ABC 7 Health & Fitness Show
Jun. 14
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Be prepared for the 2008 Hurricane Season. See the latest in Hurricane protection & safety products, plus get valuable information from ABC 7 Meteorologists Bob Harrigan & John Scalzi, Sarasota & Manatee Emergency operations, The Red Cross, & many other community agencies. Free Admission. Free Parking.
Location: Sarasota Bradenton International Convention Center
Information:
www.mysuncoast.com
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USF Sarasota-Manatee Dine & Discover Prospective Student Information Session
Thu. Jun. 19
5:30 PM
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Join us for an informative afternoon event! Find out about our academic programs, the application process, and financial aid. Meet with an advisor about your academic program of interest and find out how you can achieve your educational goals with USF Sarasota-Manatee. Take a tour of our state of the art facility and enjoy a meal on us! Our undergraduate application deadline for the Fall 2008 semester is July 1st. Graduate application deadlines vary please check with the department for deadlines. RSVP today!
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee Selby Auditorium 8350 Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.sarasota.usf.edu/StudentServices/InfoSession.htm
or 941.359.4334 |
Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix Festival
Jun 28 - Jul 4
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Golf Tournament, Fishing Tournament, Parties, Parade, Fireworks and of course Powerboat races. Truly something for everyone.
Location: Various
Information:
www.suncoastoffshore.org/events.htm
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Feline Flair
Jun 28
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Feline Flair, sponsored by ARC, will be a large-scale adoption event with 200 cats up for adoption in collaboration with more than ten local animal welfare organizations represented. Participating organizations include Cat Depot, Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary, Honor Sanctuary, Humane Society of Manatee County, Humane Society of Sarasota County, Manatee County Animal Services, Puffy Paws Kitty Haven, Sarasota County Animal Services, Sarasota in Defense of Animals, St. Francis Animal Rescue, and Suncoast Humane Society. In addition to adoptions, there will be seminars and lectures, unique vendors, a kids' art contest, and a King and Queen of Strays will be selected. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, $8 for a family or couple. Children 10 and under are admitted for free.
Location: Sarasota Municipal Auditorium
Information:
www.arcsarasota.org
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USF Sarasota-Manatee "Gear Up For Grad School Workshop"
Sat. Jul. 12
9:30 AM
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This workshop is geared to assist prospective graduate students in getting over the hurdles associated with applying to graduate school. Like a 10-speed bicycle, prospective graduate students will be guided through 10 gears or topics to help them with their graduate school planning. RSVP today!
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee Selby Auditorium 8350 Tamiami Trail
Information:
www.sarasota.usf.edu/StudentServices/GradWorkshop.htm
or 941.359.4334 |
Read to the Reds
Wed. Jul. 30
10:30 AM
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Professional baseball players from the Sarasota Reds are coming to visit with patrons ages 6-17. Participants will have a chance to read to a Sarasota Reds player. They will receive a reading certificate with an autograph of the Red they read to.
Location: North Sarasota Library, 2801 Newtown Blvd.
Information:
sclibs.net
or 941.861.5000 |
Bud Light AVPNext National Championships
Oct. 18 & 19
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Beach Volleyball Tournament for players of all levels. This tournament is the final tournament of the 2008 AVPNext season and will attract players from 22 states and Canada.
Location: Siesta Key Beach
Information:
631.728.0397 |
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