Introducing Newsies — the Observer's membership program.
Our 100% local content helps you stay engaged and connected with your community. And now we've created this program to allow readers to form a stronger connection with our newsroom and each other.
Your membership supports independent local journalism here, at home, in your neighborhood.*
Membership benefits include:
Unlimited access to our email newsletters and website.
Invitations to member-only events (see the growing list of events below) to learn more about local issues and the community.
Opportunities to connect with our journalists and give feedback
Get our e-Newspaper app on your laptop, smartphone or tablet all in our new, easy-to-use app. Scroll through the pages of the paper on anydevice, and take us with you, where you go. ($50 value)
2023 Upcoming Events
Jan.: Opportunity to receive Arts & Entertainment tickets to area events
Mar.: Observer Cup, opportunity to win tickets to exclusive polo Event
Mar: Wine & Wisdom – New York Times journalist Geraldine Fabrikant
Apr.: Wine & Wisdom – Behind-the-Scenes tour of The Bay Sarasota
Aug: Donuts and Downloads, how to use the new Observer e-Newspaper app
Oct.: Wine & Wisdom – Behind-the-Scenes tour of the Sarasota Opera House
