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Sarasota’s most anticipated culinary celebration is back! The Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival, now in its 19th year, will take place from January 19–26, 2026, and promises a weeklong feast of wine, food, and unforgettable experiences across the Suncoast. Hosted by the Sarasota-Manatee Originals, this renowned festival showcases world-class wines and the finest […]
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This story was posted on Facebook this morning, 7/8/2025 Cortez Stone Crab Festival 2025: After much thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision not to host the Cortez Stone Crab Festival this year. The aftermath of last year’s hurricanes brought significant challenges to our beloved historic village. Among the impacted was the Cortez Bait […]
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Gulf Coast towns don’t move fast unless they have to. It’s not stubbornness. It’s a habit. People here are used to things changing only when they stop working altogether. Over the past few years, that quiet resistance has been meeting something else: small tech upgrades that actually help. Not gimmicks. Not pilot programs that go […]
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Get ready, Sarasota! SRQCon 2025 returns on Saturday, June 7, bringing a full day of free, family-friendly pop culture fun to Selby Library, located at 1331 First Street in downtown Sarasota. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is hosted by Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Now in its latest edition, […]
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LocalShops1 is proud to highlight how Tampa Bay businesses are stepping up for Earth Day 2025, showcasing sustainable products, eco-conscious initiatives, and community-driven events. From zero-waste shopping and upcycled art to a full-on Day at the Farm, here’s how you can support local and celebrate the planet this April. Day at the Farm with Sans […]
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The Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is closing out its vibrant 29th season with two spectacular performances this May, featuring the award-winning Sinta Quartet and internationally acclaimed Beijing Guitar Duo. Known for delivering top-tier classical and chamber music, Artist Series Concerts will finish the season on a high note, offering Sarasota audiences unforgettable musical moments. […]
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Get ready to mark your calendars and bring your appetite—because one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved annual events is making its much-anticipated return April 18th – 20th! The Punta Gorda Seafood & Music Festival™ 2025 is set to bring together the freshest coastal cuisine, an incredible lineup of live music, and a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere […]
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The 27th Annual Sarasota Film Festival wrapped up in style on Sunday, April 2, 2025, marking another successful year filled with powerful films, inspiring discussions, and community-driven events. This year’s closing night featured a heartfelt screening of LOVERS by Taylor McFadden, followed by a musical performance from Executive Producer and singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff. The film […]
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If your perfect weekend includes great food, live music, and good vibes, then you won’t want to miss the Sarasota Reggae & Food Festival! Happening March 28th-30th, 2025, this free, three-day outdoor celebration will bring the rhythms of reggae and the flavors of incredible cuisine to Sarasota, FL. Come hungry and get ready to indulge […]
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Welcome to the 2025 Sarasota Film Festival! What was supposed to be a celebration of cinema, creativity, and community has instead ignited heated debate. The 2025 Sarasota Film Festival is making headlines for different reasons this year—not for its lineup of films, but for its official promotional poster. As the Film Festival official website developer […]
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The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) announced today the full slate of programming for the upcoming 27th annual edition. Live and in-person screenings and events will take place across Sarasota April 4 through April 13, 2025. The 27th Sarasota Film Festival will feature a lineup of films that includes 37 features, with 4 World Premieres, 10 […]