What’s On Suncoast? 3.25 – 4.1
The Suncoast Post asks, “What’s On, Suncoast?” Here are some ideas for things around the area this week of March 25 -April 1, 2022!
The Will Rogers Follies
The Will Rogers Follies
Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
You don’t want to miss this musical that has gorgeous costumes, toe-tapping music, and fantastic choreography! THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES stands out among musicals because of the magic of the story of this iconic American. Will Rogers’s tale captures his accomplishments, his philosophy, which espouses respect and confidence in the goodness of his fellow man, and his many talents. Winner of six Tony Awards in 1991, including Best Musical, this show is an upbeat celebration of this folk hero who made the world a whole lot better place than it was before he entered it.
Masks are optional at the performing arts center. Concessions are currently closed but you are welcome to bring bottled water to your performance. The show runs through March 27, 2022.
The Stein & Vine
The Stein & Vine
827 W Bloomingdale Ave Brandon, FL 33511
The Stein & Vine is a neighborhood craft beer and wine bar located in Brandon, FL at the corner of Kings & Bloomingdale Ave. It is run by Ty Mathis and his lovely wife Lacey, who have turned this small pub into a culinary masterpiece full of flavors and tastes you’ll crave long after you leave. They maintain an exclusive selection of craft beers and wines from all over the world. Only the best will do when it comes to the menu full of delicious dishes like “Pig Wings” or the “33 1/3” which is one-third bacon. Just one taste and you’ll never want to leave. So stop soon and don’t forget to bring your taste buds!
Fresh Fridays – Downtown Sarasota
Fresh Fridays – Downtown Sarasota
Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34234
The downtown block party continues with ART ON THE BLOCK. Located on LEMON AVE between Main and First Streets, this arts-themed block party features dancing, free live entertainment, free signature party favors, free light bites, beverages al fresco, and more! The musical headliner is The Alan Grant Band, one of the city’s most rockin’ and talented blues/Americana/rock bands playing classics and originals. Also taking the stage will be two artists from The Players Centre performing a Janis Joplin tribute and more. Both The Alan Grant Band and the Player’s performances will provide a festive soundtrack to all the fun programming happening at street level.
Artists Brandon Thrift and Victoria Gomez Mayol will be doing live painting and letting event-goers see how they produce their beautiful works. Thrift is best known for his “Spread Love” paintings and murals that have since become a regional and national brand. Mayol produces colorful impressionist paintings that celebrate family, femininity, and Florida charm. Finally, ART ON THE BLOCK will feature circus performers mingling in the party, showing off an assortment of classic skills from juggling to stilts and helping turn Lemon Ave into the most creative event of the season. Join us from 7-10 p.m. and enjoy new sights and flavors from new vibrant downtown partners.
Sarasota Grill & Pizzeria
Sarasota Grill & Pizzeria
5674 Palmer Blvd Sarasota, FL 34232
Looking for an amazing, casual place for some good food and a cold drink? Look no further than Sarasota Grill & Pizzeria.
This is a small family-owned business that enjoys serving the people of Sarasota and the surrounding area. They offer dine-in & carry-out and feature a great menu of pizza, appetizers, and salads that is sure to fill you up. No fancy food options, just amazing comfort food in a great atmosphere right here on the Suncoast. Check it out and see if this place isn’t just what your tastebuds have been craving.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday: 11 am-8 pm
Thursday and Friday: 11 am-9 pm
North Port Farmers Market @ Dallas White Park
North Port Farmers Market @ Dallas White Park
5900 Greenwood Blvd North Port, FL 34287
Looking for a great way to get out and enjoy fresh air, shop and have a little fun this weekend? Check out the North Port Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. The market features, fresh produce, local vendors, artisans, crafts, and food vendors every January 8th through April 30th at Dallas White Park in North Port! Take Highway US 41 to North Port Blvd. The market is located across from the Art Center. Spend your Saturday mornings supporting your local farmers market and local artisans. Come have a picnic in the park or bring the kids to the playground. Join us for this great community event!
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