Sarasota Calendar 8.27.15

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Sunday, Aug. 30
Bow-Tie Challenge 
Runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at JDub's Brewing Co., 1215 Mango Ave. JDub's, in partnership with Cat Depot, will host an event in honor of Cat Depot’s “spokescat,” Bow-Tie. A specially crafted beer called Bow-Tie’s Brew will be available. Guests who wear a bow tie will receive $1 off their first beer. The event will feature adoptable kittens, outdoor games and a food truck. Admission is free. Visit the event Facebook page for Cat Depot x JDub's Brewing - Bow Tie Challenge.

Business
Thursday, Sept. 3
Plan your Future: Career Fair
Runs from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Selby Public Library, 1331 First St. High school students, recent graduates and members of the community are invited to meet with professionals and higher education representatives about career options and education programs. Admission is free. Call 861-1131.

Thursday, Sept. 3
YPG After Hours
Runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Seasons 52, 170 University Town Center Drive. The Young Professionals Group invites interested professionals to join for the area's largest monthly networking event. Make new friends, secure new clients and learn more about what Sarasota has to offer over drinks and bites. Admission is free for members and $10 for guests. Contact Mimi Fleck at [email protected].

Friday, Sept. 4
Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce Networking Lunch
Runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 6700 Tamiami Trail. Meet fellow chamber members, and learn about other membership benefits. Tickets are $12 for members. Reservations are required. Call 349-3800.

Community
Thursday, Aug. 27
United Way Campaign Kickoff
Runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Michael’s On East, 1212 East Ave. Celebrate the start to a new campaign year for United Way Suncoast, and learn what new projects are in store. Tickets are $250 for a table of 10 and $25 for individual tickets. Contact Sandy Keeton at [email protected] or 328-6974. 

Saturday, Aug. 29, and Sunday, Aug. 30
Auditions: Sarasota Medieval Fair
Start at 9 a.m. at Ringling Woods, behind Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd. Open auditions will take place for the Sarasota Medieval Fair. Re-enactors, players and combatants are welcome to participate in the 14th century battle between the Scots and the English. No weapons, kilts or monologues are required. The festival will hold auditions for colorful, interactive and playful people that wish to assist in the daily performances of entertaining guests of all ages. Visit sarasotamedievalfair.com.

Saturday, Aug. 29
ReptiDay
Runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sarasota County Fairgrounds Potter Building, 3000 Ringling Blvd. ReptiDay will feature classes, animals and fun for reptile enthusiasts. Admission is $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5 to 12. Visit reptiday.com/sarasota.html.

Sunday, August 30
Back to School Bash
Starts at 10 a.m. at Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St. This year marks the 4th annual Back to School Bash at Ed Smith Baseball Stadium. There will be 1,500 backpacks handed out along with school supplies and lunch for families in attendance. Admission is free. Visit backtoschoolbashfl.com. 

Welsh Society Sunday Brunch
Starts at 1 p.m. at Turtles on Little Sarasota Bay, 8875 Midnight Pass Road. The Gulf Coast St. David’s Welsh Society invites members of the community to join for brunch on Siesta Key. Cost to attend is $9.99 per person and includes a mimosa. Reservations are required by Friday, Aug. 28. Contact Ronnie Crain at 922-4801 or [email protected].

Monday, Aug. 31
Meals on Wheels Sarasota
Runs from 4 to 9 p.m. at Cafe L’Europe, 431 St Armands Circle. Cafe L’Europe will donate 25% of every dollar spent to Meals on Wheels of Sarasota. Seating is limited, and guests must mention Meals on Wheels when making reservations. Call 388-4415. 

Thursday, Sept. 3
Photographing Cuba
Runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at Waldemere Fire Station Meeting Room, at 2070 Waldemere St. The international exchange club Friendship Force of Sarasota invites the community to learn more about its island neighbor to the south with a travel talk about Cuba. Fine art photographer lynne Buchanan will present “Photographing Cuba” from a 10-day trip. Admission is free. RSVP to Gary at 320-6557. Visit friendshipforcesarasotaflorida.org.

Friday, Sept. 4
Cine Selby: Brazil
Starts at 2 p.m. at Selby Public Library, 1331 First St. “Found Memories,” a film by Julia Murat is about an encounter between a village bread maker and a visiting photographer that has a profound effect on the two women's lives. The event will also commemorate Brazil’s Independence Day. Admission is free. Call 861-1175.