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Top 10 Things To Do In Sarasota

February 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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Have you been spending a lot of time on Anna Maria Island? Looking for a change of pace? Experience the beautiful city of Sarasota, where there is a whole lot to do! These are the top 10 activities we’ve found south of Anna Maria…

1 ) John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art – The Ringling museum is the best bang for your buck in Sarasota. Costing only $25 for adults, your ticket gives you access to the entire Ringling “campus”, where you will get lost for hours wandering around the immaculately landscaped grounds. The actual museum of art runs special exhibits year round, and is packed with Asian, European, and American treasures. Be sure to make it out to the breathtaking 56 room Ca’ d’Zan Mansion, built in 1925, which overlooks gorgeous Sarasota bay. Last but not least, be sure to visit the Circus Museum. Built in 1948, it was the first museum to commemorate the robust history of the American circus. [Read more...]

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Sarasota – St. Armands Military Appreciation Day

May 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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Sarasota’s St. Armands Circle will be honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. On Memorial Day St. Armands Circle will be holding its Military Appreciation Day where participating businesses offer discounts and special offers to everyone who has served in the military with proof of service.

The participating businesses of St. Armand’s circle include: Lynches Pub & Grub, Island Pursuit Men’s store, Island Pursuit Women’s store, Dream Weaver, Destination Florida, Big Olaf, FantaSea Seashells, Terra Nova, Ivory Coast, Binjara Traders, Sahara, Ben & Jerry’s, Bennington’s Tobacconist, Edward Jones Investments, Dana Tyler, Tasti-D-Lite, Taffy’s, Baron D’Orr, The Flip Flop Shop, Uniquity, Oh My Gauze, The Spice & Tea Exchange, Casa Smeralda, The Giving Tree, Le Colonne Restaurant, Jude Connally, St. Armands Antiques & Gifts, Chase Bank, Jewelry By Cole, Sun Glas Hut, Cha Cha Coconuts, Natural Discoveries, Tommy Bahama Retail Store, Blue Dolphin Restaurant, Cafe L’Europe Restaurant, The Daiquiri Deck, Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Breezin’ Up, Touch of Africa, The Stadium Gallery and the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

 

St Armand’s Circle Association
300 Madison Dr #201,
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 388-1554

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Sarasota – The Ringling Art Museum Celebrates International Museum Day!

May 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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The Ringling Art Museum in Sarasota will be observing International Museum Day on May 18th. Enjoy free admission to the museum art and view the special exhibit, Herb Ritts: L.A. Style which closes on Sunday, May 19th.

While at the Ringling Museum make sure to take a stroll through the Bayfront Gardens. The gardens are open to the public from 9:30am – 6:00pm and does not have an admission price.

 

The Ringling Art Museum
5401 Bayshore Rd
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941)359-5700

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Tire Sculptures on Display in Sarasota

March 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment

ChakaiaBookerNew York artist Chakaia Booker’s unique sculptures are on display on the plaza and in the lobby of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune (1741 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236) in downtown Sarasota until April 7, 2013.

The sculptures are made nearly entirely of burnt and bent vehicle tires with just a bit of twisted steel. The display is part of the Herald-Tribunes’ “Conversations with Artists” program.

Booker has worked in the medium of tires for more than two decades.  She utilizes often overlooked grooves and surfaces of the rubber material to represent a wide assortment of  metaphors satisfying her aesthetic, political, and economic concerns.

 

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The 15th Annual Sarasota Film Festival starts April 5th!

March 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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The Sarasota Film Festival is returning for its 15th year to celebrate and showcase a wide variety of filmmakers and their work. From April 5 -14th, 2013, the Regal Hollywood 20 Theater will be running independent work of new and veteran filmmakers from all around the world.

Tickets go on sale March 15, 2013, for both show times and various events being held throughout the festival, such as the red carpet Cinema Tropicale Celebration and free kid-friendly “youthFEST”shows. Prices for individual shows vary from an $8 matinee up to a $20 ticket for the Spotlight or Centerpiece Films. Your run of the mill movie tickets goes for $12.50, but there are also Student Passport, Film Buff, and Film Fanatic packages available to purchase which can offer you up to twenty tickets at a discounted price. Box office hours are March 15 – 2013: 11am-6pm, Mon-Fri and Noon-5pm, on Saturday and Sunday, April 1-5: 11am-8pm daily, and April 6-14: 10am-10pm daily. Tickets can be purchased from the Hollywood 20 box office, the Sarasota Film Festival website, or by calling call (941) 366-6200 or toll free at 1-866-575-FILM.

This is one of the area’s favorite events, due in no small part to it featuring something for everyone including documentaries, shorts, and children’s movies. This year’s opening film will be Gabriela Cowperthwaite’s Blackfish at the Van Weezel Performing Arts Center on April 5th and the festival closes at The Sarasota Opera House on April 13th with Noah Baumbach’s Frances Ha. A film guide with synopsis of the movies being shown this year will soon be out in print and on the film festival’s website.

Celebrity guests are also expected to attend Sarasota Film Festival as part of the “In-Conversation With…” Series, which gives audience members a chance to learn about the filmmaking process from actors and directors that were involved in the movie they have just watched. This year’s lineup will include Mariel Hemingway, Lili Taylor, Griffin Dunne and Peter Bogdanovich. Other famous faces expected amongst the popcorn include Cheryl Hines and Christopher Abbott.

See you at the movies!

Regal Hollywood 20
1993 Main Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 365-2000

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Sarasota Main Street

March 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Sarasota Main Street
Main Street in Sarasota has plenty of options to keep your taste buds salivating and your shopping going strong! You can visit the Sarasota Bayfront which is just a 5 minute walk from the west end of the Sarasota Main Street. The Unconditional Surrender Statue is along the way as well so stop by and snap your best imitation!

For dining and restaurants check out Marina Jack’s, Two Senoritas, Owen’s Fish Camp or Nancy’s Backyard Bbq! All are great choices and can sate any appetite.
Sarasota Farmers Market
Every Saturday from 7am to noon is a Farmers Market as well with plenty of fresh produce, breads, artwork and seafood!

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Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge at Mote Marine Aquarium

March 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge

Mote Marine Laboratory is hosting some very special guests from now until May 1, 2013.  Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge is a temporary exhibit currently running in The Aquarium featuring a trio of Patagonian sea lions who are very comfortable in the spotlight. This thirty minute show runs three times a day, seven days a week at 11:30am, 1:30pm, and 3:30pm. Admission is included in the regular Mote Marine ticket price, so you can enjoy all that Sarasota’s famous marine research center and aquarium has to offer – including some new sea lion themed features and goodies in the gift shop.

In between performances of Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge be sure to check out all the regular features at Mote Marine including a sting ray touch tank, shark tanks,sea turtles and manatee rehabilitation hospitals, The Deep Sea Diner, and even a preserved giant squid! Admission is $19 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and older, $14 for ages 4-12, and free for children under 3 years old.

Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge is a charming, family friendly and educational performance, which will keep little ones so enthralled they won’t even realize they’ve learned something when it’s over. Sea lions are members of the pinned family, which means “flipper footed” and includes seals, sea lions, and walruses. This narrated demonstration will teach you all about their natural athleticism, intelligence, and playfulness while also educating audiences on rescue and conservation efforts. This is a real treat for visitors and native Floridians alike, since there are no sea lions to be found in the Gulf of Mexico. They must not have heard how pristine and peaceful our beaches are.

The sea lions, affectionately referred to as “the girls”, are Stella, Rose, and Kitty. And they have a wide variety of tricks to show off including hand stands, back flips, and some rather impressive dance moves. But they haven’t let show business go completely to their head – after the show is over, you’ll have the opportunity to cuddle up with these friendly marine mammals and have your picture taken. They do have one rule – “don’t touch the sea lions, let the sea lions touch you”. Prints are available, at any extra cost, in three different sizes.

Florida is the world’s favorite place to vacation and that seems to have extended to our flipper footed friends as well! Be sure to stop by Mote Marine and check out Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge before they head back home at the end of April. We’re sure this educational show will gain your own seal of approval!

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-388-4441

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Sarasota Bayfront

February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment

So you made the trip from Anna Maria Island to Sarasota and now you’re interested in exploring the Sarasota Bayfront? There are a couple things to take in while you’re there!
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You will probably see the Unconditional Surrender statue just north of the Sarasota Bayfront park as you’re driving south on US-41. If you can find a parking spot near the Sarasota Bayfront Park you can make a short walk over to the statue for a picture or closer look.
Sarasota Bayfront Park
If you brought your kids along take them to the Sarasota Bayfront Park for some fun in the water or on the playground!

You can also check out Sarasota Main Street which has plenty of restaurants, bars, shops, art, a movie theater and more!

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Unconditional Surrender Statue

February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Unconditional Surrender Statue

Located along the Sarasota Bayfront right next to Marina Jack’s is the Unconditional Surrender statue! An iconic scene from newspaper headlines following World War II, the sailor kissing his beloved can be found in a larger than life form. Be sure to snap a shot of you and your loved one recreating the scene while the original couple does the same behind you.

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Sarasota Bayfront Park

February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Sarasota Bayfront Park

Located right along the Sarasota Bayfront there is a small water park with some fountains to play in, and there is also a playground for the kids to run around on after! Along the walk to the park you can take in some of the artwork on display created by local artists, or take a leisurely stroll around the 1/2 mile loop. There are plenty of boats and other scenery to take in along the way.

Sarasota Bayfront Park
1 Marina Plaza
Sarasota, FL 34236

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Sarasota Circus

February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Sarasota Circus
The Sarasota Circus keeps alive the rich legacy of the circus art form in spectacular fashion. Acts can be watched in the one-ring, five-star, European style big top featuring performances from the World Famous Wallendas and many other performers. As well as providing wonderful entertainment the circus directs approximately 80% of ticket proceeds to community outreach programs.
Sarasota Circus
Some of these are the Sailor Circus, Big Top Education, and Laughter Unlimited.

Sailor Circus

The Sailor Circus is a program taking students 4th to 12th grade and training them in numerous programs. Students in the program can expect to learn life management skills, interdisciplinary performing arts, psychomotor skills and much more. Many famous circus performing artists have traveled to the Sarasota Circus to train with the famous Nik Wallenda and other performers.
Sarasota Sailor Circus

Big Top Education

Big Top Education takes students and puts them in the circus environment all while learning! Science, math and technology are the cornerstones of the alternative education program and is a great way for kids to experience where their conventional education can be applied. Students can be expected to learn decision making skills in a group focused environment.

Laughter Unlimited

Laughter Unlimited brings the joy and laughter of the circus to those in assisted living and hospitals. The entertainers bring their best medicine, their humor therapy program, and alleviate stress, anxiety and leave a positive effect on those they perform for.

 

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