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Wednesday, Aug. 24
2016 YPG Summit: Launch
Runs from 8 a.m. to noon at Sarasota Opera House, 61 Pineapple Ave. Young professionals seeking to expand their networking pool and take on leadership roles can take advantage of panels that include local business leaders. Tickets are $30 for members; $45 for nonmembers. Visit sarasotachamber.com.
Friday, Aug. 19
Tuskegee Airman speaks
Starts at 10:30 a.m. at Campus Center at Church of the Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Road. Tuskegee Airman and member of the 332nd Fighter Group of the U.S. Army Air Forces George Hardy, will give a presentation. Tickets are $10 and include lunch. Visit churchofthepalms.org.
Sarasota YMCA Splash Bash
Runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at Evalyn Sadlier Jones Branch, 8301 Potter Park Drive. Bring your swimsuit for the Sarasota YMCA Splash Bash. Enjoy entertainment, face painting and food that will be available to purchase. Admission is free.
Friday Aug. 19 to Sunday, Aug. 21
Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show
Runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail. with lots on display to see from dealers from around the country selling gems, jewelry, beads, crystals and more. Admission is $4. Visit frankcoxproductions.com.
Saturday, Aug. 20
Ready to Party with One Night Rodeo
Starts at 9:30 p.m. at White Buffalo Saloon, 5377 McIntosh Road. A portion of ticket sales from this event will benefit the Nov. 12 Rock for a Cause. Cover is $5. Visit thewbsaloon.com.
Sarasota Beer Fest
Runs from 5 to 9 p.m. at Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd. Enjoy unlimited samples of 80 different beers and food sampling from local restaurants. Also featuring live music, a photo booth and non-alcoholic beverages. Proceeds will benefit military personnel and families. Tickets are $30. Visit eventbrite.com.
Sunday, Aug. 21
Unitarian Universalist Open House
Runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Road. Families interested in learning about religious education programs are invited. A waterslide, games and food will be provided. Staff will be available to answer questions. Registration is not required. Call 371-4974.
Saturday Aug. 27 and Sunday, Aug. 28
Medieval Fair Auditions
Starts at 9 a.m. at Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd. All ages are welcome to audition for the Sarasota Medieval Fair's general cast and other categories of players. Participation is free. Visit sarasotamedievalfair.com.
Friday, Aug. 26
Friday Fest: Rebelheart
Bringing a contemporary blend of country music is Sarasota's Rebelheart. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Visit VanWezel.org.
