This weekend, November 15-17, 2025, the Sarasota, Venice, and Bradenton area is vibrant with a variety of events, including major art and sand sculpting festivals, live performances, and community gatherings. Area-Wide Events (Sarasota, Venice & Bradenton) Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival: This major four-day festival continues through the weekend directly on Siesta Beach, featuring […]
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Eliminate RE taxes: DeSantis
Sarasota News Events: As of November 2025, there is no single new, fully enacted “DeSantis homestead exemption” law that changes the base exemption amount statewide. However, Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed plans for significant property tax relief, and a minor change to the existing exemption amount for 2025 was made due to a voter-approved amendment. […]
Big Waters Land Trust Protects 13 New Acres
Sarasota News Events: Big Waters Land Trust Announces Permanent Protection of 13 Acres Adjacent to Crane Park in Manatee County Big Waters Land Trust is thrilled to announce the permanent protection of 13 acres of land adjacent to Crane Park on the Myakka River in Manatee County. This newly conserved property expands public access and […]
‘Come From Away’, Asolo
Sarasota News Events: Come from Away November 12 – December 28, 2025 Previews November 12 – November 14 Open November 15 Mertz Theatre Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Original Broadway Production produced by Junkyard Dog Productions Directed by Peter Rothstein Choreography by Kelli Foster Warder Music Direction by Angela […]
Local Real Estate Report September 2025
Sarasota News Events: Featured Photo is of Red Hawk Reserve, 152 homes, gated with lakes. SEPTEMBER 2025 REAL ESTATE REPORT The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has released its September 2025 real estate market report, offering a comprehensive analysis of key trends across both counties. According to data from Florida REALTORS®, the housing […]
Lido Beach Resort * Aweseome
Draft: Sarasota News: We just visited the Lido Beach Resort for a few-day staycation. It was wonderful! The facility and staff are amazing! Lido Key, just off the coast of Sarasota, Florida, has long held a place in people’s imagination: white sands, warm Gulf water, breezy palms, and that languid, old-Florida charm. Lido Beach itself […]
Protect Siesta Key Update 10/25
October 2025 Newsletter Update Donate to our Legal Defense Fund Does the Zoning Administrator have the authority to override the Comprehensive Plan? NO The PSK Board is continuously working behind the scenes on issues affecting Siesta Key. Part of our regular work involves reviewing hundreds of County documents and emails obtained through public records requests. […]
“Soul Of A People”
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL+19413661505boxoffice@westcoastblacktheatre.org Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is pleased to announce the first show in its 2025-2026 “Soul Of A People” theatre season: “Purlie.” The production runs from October 8 through November 9, 2025 in The Donelly Theatre of WBTT (1012 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota). In this fun-loving […]
2025-2026 Concert Series – Venice Theatre
Sarasota news events 2025-2026 Concert Series Get ready for the best live music on Florida’s Cultural Coast! Browse all concerts Swift Tribute Band Monday, OCT 13, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. Buy Learn MoreAre you having Eras Tour withdrawals? This high-energy tribute band has got you covered as they play the hits you love across all of […]
Florida Growth
Florida Realtors®: Census Data Shows Fla. Had Highest Net Migration Among States ORLANDO, Fla. – In 2024, Realtors® reported that their recent clients chose to move to a specific area primarily to be closer to family and friends (30%) and to get more home for the money (21%), according to a new report from the National […]
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