Community Calendar
The theater workshop for children and youth
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The theater workshop for children and youth offers an intensive cultural experience designed to encourage and develop participants’ skills in the performing arts with a strong cultural component. The sessions will be Bilingual. At the end of the ...
The Ballroom Blitz Gala 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ballroom Blitz is an electrifying evening where the art of dance meets the power of philanthropy, all in support of Parkinson Place Center for All Movement Disorders and its mission to improve the lives of those living with Parkinson's disease all at ...
"CC" PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR 40-HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE - SCF Bradenton
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The Spring Fling Social At Coopers Hawk
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join other like-minded singles at Coopers Hawk wine tasting 40+ Indulge in an exquisite evening of Wine Tasting & Food Pairing at Cooper’s Hawk. Discover a curated selection of fine wines, perfectly complemented by delectable culinary creations. This ...
Meet the Artist Night: Rosy's Ice Cream
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🎨✨ Join us for a colorful afternoon as we celebrate the artist behind our beautiful new mural, Josselyn Egas-Ryan! Come sip, snack, and soak in the creativity while enjoying live music, lite bites, and Florida-made ice cream. Get an up-close look at ...
Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is proud to host the third annual Ringling Bridge Run — a community tradition across the iconic Ringling Bridge. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, there’s ...
Boris & Sax Sunset Jazz - Mellow Mushroom
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Experience an evening of smooth rhythms and atmospheric melodies at Mellow Mushroom in Sarasota. This Sunset Jazz performance features live music by Boris & Sax, creating the perfect backdrop for delicious bites and refreshing drinks. Whether you're ...
Build Your Success in Newtown - Financial Fortunes: Decoding Your Numbers
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Spot trends in revenue, expenses, and profitability to uncover areas for improvement and emerging risks.
Mental Health Summit at MOTE SEA
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
STEP INTO THE LIGHT Mental Health Summit is a public event designed to empower attendees to learn new coping skills, promote mental health wellness in their environment, and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. This year’s Mental Health Summit ...
Art, Actually Speaker Series
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders. “Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the ...
Florida Highwaymen at Bay Preserve 2026
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
We are pleased to invite you to meet a Florida Highwaymen legacy artist for a special, one-afternoon-only exhibition of their stunning work. The featured artist will be in attendance, with artwork available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds will ...
Florida Highwaymen at Bay Preserve 2026
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
From the early 1950s through the 1980s, a group of twenty-six African American artists known as the Florida Highwaymen used vivid, vibrant colors to capture scenes of Florida’s natural beauty. Excluded from galleries and museums during the Jim Crow ...
SHRM-Sarasota Annual Conference "When it matters most-Preparing HR for Crisis, Compliance & Cyber Threats"
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for the SHRM Sarasota Annual Conference 2026—a powerful day dedicated to equipping HR professionals with the tools, insight, and confidence to navigate today’s most critical workplace challenges. Cost; $150 for Members and $200 for non-members ...
Broadway Sing-Along
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
Sarasota Rising is gearing up for an exciting night of music and community, and we invite you to take center stage. We are hosting a lively musical theater event this spring, and we welcome you to participate. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Art Ovation ...
2026 Arts Summit
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Arts Summit returns with an energizing afternoon designed for everyone committed to a thriving cultural community in Sarasota. Join us at the Mertz Theatre for thought‑provoking presentations on the issues shaping the future of the arts, along with ...
SCD + WBTT
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
To end our season of ENDEARMENT we welcome back to the stage one of Sarasota’s beloved and talented artists of Westcoast Black Theater Troupe. This collaboration will release a joyful, spirit-filled song and dance experience highlighting the soul of ...
Centerstone’s Fairway to Recovery
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
You’re invited to tee off at Centerstone’s Fairway to Recovery at Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club in Sarasota! This 2nd annual golf tournament promises to be a day of fun and friendly competition, and all proceeds from the event will support ...
Opening Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, May 21, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions! Gallery 1: Anja Palombo Gallery 2: Architects Who Art: Designing the Cultural Coast Gallery 3: Living by the Water, Cat Tesla Gallery 4: Juried Show: Medium ...
Art, Actually Speaker Series
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders. “Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the ...
2026 Community Art Show Opening Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join Big Waters Land Trust for the opening reception of our third annual Community Art Show! This juried art exhibit focuses on paintings and drawings and showcases local protected lands through the eyes of our conservation community. All art selected ...
Webinar: Medicare with you in mind
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
As you near retirement, you’ll face important Medicare decisions. Everence® is here to help you navigate the process. Join us for this free informative webinar, where our experienced Medicare specialists will guide you through the key steps to ...
Opening Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, August 20, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions! Gallery 1: Molly Duff-Clarke Gallery 2: Shaping Sarasota: A Century of Art Gallery 3: Antoine Williams Gallery 4: Juried Show: Icons, juried by John Pirman The ...
Art, Actually Speaker Series
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders. “Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the ...
Webinar: Navigating Medicare Part D
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
We invite you to join our webinar to walk through the process of reviewing your Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Part D insurers often change their prescription plans each year, so it's useful to compare your current plan with other options. ...
Webinar: Medicare with you in mind
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
As you near retirement, you’ll face important Medicare decisions. Everence® is here to help you navigate the process. Join us for this free informative webinar, where our experienced Medicare specialists will guide you through the key steps to ...