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MOD Weekend
10 a.m. at various locations
Price varies by event
Visit ArchitectureSarasota.org/mod-2024.
Architecture Sarasota hosts its annual MOD Weekend honoring the city's architectural heritage through events that include tours, gatherings and lectures. This year's event is devoted to the theme "Restoring a Sense of Place," the organization's disaster response program supporting recovery efforts, damage assessments, and guidance in rebuilding. Runs through Sunday.
Jazz Thursday at SAM
5:30 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail
Free to $25
Visit SarasotaArtMuseum.org.
Jazz Club of Sarasota presents the Sarasota Jazz Project with vocalist Katy Cristiani on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza. The evening features extended hours in the galleries, bistro and museum shop.
Off the Page: Rebecca Renner
6 p.m. at Selby Library, 1331 First St.
Free
Visit OffThePageFL.org.
Sarasota County LIbraries and Historical Resources has been knocking them out of the park with its Off the Page series. The latest arrival is Florida native Rebecca Renner, whose debut book “Gator Country” tells a true story of alligator poaching and its larger-than-life characters.
SunHAT Eco Fest Party with DJ Cavem
7 p.m. at The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Pay what you wish
Visit Ringling.org.
Haven’t heard about eco hip-hop? Find out firsthand what it’s all about at the SunHAT Eco-Fest party. Headlining the evening is DJ Cavem, who coined the term eco-hip-hop in 2007. Since then, he’s spread the word about climate change, food justice and plant-based foods through rap, with appearances at The White House, The Rachael Ray Show and others. The SunHAT Eco Fest continues through Monday.
‘Syncopation’
7:30 at Venice Theatre’s Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice
$15-$37
Visit VeniceTheatre.org.
Starring Megan Hendrick and Jared Inman, “Syncopation” is set in 1911 and tells the story of a meatpacker’s efforts to find a suitable partner to help him launch a career as a ballroom dancer. Runs through Nov. 24.
‘9 to 5: The Musical’
7:30 p.m. at the Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice
$15-$37
Visit VeniceTheatre.org.
This toe-tapping musical is based on “9 to 5,” a 1980 film about sexism in the office that featured the hit song of the same name written and recorded by Dolly Parton, who also starred in the film with Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda and Dabney Coleman. Runs through Nov. 24.
‘Off the Charts’
7:30 p.m. at FST’s Court Cabaret, 1265 First St.
$18-$42
Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
The creative team behind Florida Studio Theatre’s popular cabaret series is at again with “Off the Charts.” Richard and Rebecca Hopkins and Sarah Durham take the audience on a tour of 20th-century pop music with arrangements by Jim Prosser. Runs through Feb. 9, 2025.
‘Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition’
7:30 p.m. at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N. Orange Ave.
$22-$52
Visit WestcoastBlackTheatre.org.
Created and directed by Nate Jacobs, “The Soul Crooners” returns to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s main stage for the first time since its 2009 premiere. The opening show of WBTT’s 25th anniversary season celebrates the soul music of the 1970s. Runs through Sunday.
‘Waitress’
8 p.m. at FST’s Gompertz Theatre, 1265 First St.
$39-$59
Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
For fans of Sara Bareilles, Florida Studio Theatre’s production of “Waitress” needs no introduction. The Grammy-winning singer/songwriter wrote the music and lyrics for this hit Broadway musical based on a 2007 film of the same name. Spoiler alert: Pie is always the answer! Runs through Dec. 29.
The Event at Terranova
8 a.m. at the TerraNova Equestrian Center, 31625 Clay Gully Road, Myakka City
Free
Visit TerraNovaEquestrian.com.
TerraNova showcases the Olympic sport of eventing. Riders compete in dressage, cross-country and show jumping over three days of competition. VIP tickets are available.
Siesta Key Crystal Classic
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Siesta Key Beach, 948 Beach Road
$12; kids $6
Visit SiestaKeyCrystalClassic.com.
Watch a series of international artists compete to create the best sand sculpture over a period of three days, with eight solo sculptures and eight team sculptures. Other attractions include a speed sculpting contest, lessons and demonstrations, and an amateur sculpting contest. One-day parking passes are $55. Runs through Monday.
Jazz @ Two: Patricia Dean Trio
2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalists SRQ, 3975 Fruitville Road
$15-$20
Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
Jazz Club of Sarasota presents local jazz club favorite Patricia Dean on drums and vocs. Joining her are Jeff Phillips and Dave Trefethen.
SunHAT Eco Fest: Sakasaka with Compagnie Zolobe
4:30 p.m. at The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Pay what you wish
Visit Ringling.org.
The Ringling's SunHAT Eco Fest continues with Compagnie Zolobe performance of "Sakasaka," which means “thirsty” in Malagasy. Using just a mop, bench and buckets, three clowns will have you in stitches with their efforts to drink a cup of water. You’ll be laughing so hard that the issue of water scarcity will seep in as if by osmosis. The SunHAT Eco Fest continues through Sunday.
The Music of Giuseppe Verdi
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera, 61 N. Opera House
$35-$105
Visit SarasotaOpera.org.
Sarasota Opera renews its love afffair with the Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi with a concert featuring sopranos Rochelle Bard and Virginia Mims, tenor Victor Starsky, baritone Jean Carlos Rodriguez, bass Young Bok Kim and the Sarasota Orchestra, conducted by Victor DeRenzi. Highlights will include selections from “Aida,”” La traviata,” “Un ballo in maschera,” “Attila,” “La forza del destino,” “Rigoletto” and other Verdi works. Continues on Sunday.
Venice Symphony: Instrumental Influencers
7:30 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center,1 Indian Ave building 5, Venice
$38-$70
Visit TheVeniceSymphony.org.
Under the direction of maestro Troy Quinn, the Venice Symphony starts its season with “Instrumental Influencers, “ with timeless works from Beethoven, Vivaldi, Hadyn and Brahms. After being forced by the hurricanes to delay the start of the season, Venice Symphony is dedicating its Nov. 16 performance to first responders and their families. They will be able to attend the concert at a special rate of $15. Continues Saturday.
St. Armands Circle Cars and Coffee
8-10 a.m. at Lynches Pub and Grub, 19 North Boulevard of Presidents
Free
Call 941-388-5550.
Join Lynches for Cars and Coffee on St. Armands Circle. No need to register. All makes and models are welcome.
Sarasota Medieval Fair
10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Woods of Mallaranny, 29847 S.R. 70, Myakka City
$24.95; seniors, students and military $21.95; children $14.95
Visit SarasotaMedievalFair.com.
The Sarasota Medieval Fair continues its 2024 run, which continues every Saturday and Sunday in November, along with Veterans Day. A wide range of family-friendly activities include jousting and human chess performances, fun food (including the classic turkey legs), a children's realm area, local artesans and craft demonstrations, rides and games, and vendors.
Patti Smith: A Book of Days
10 a.m. at Selby Gardens Historic Spanish Point, 401 N Tamiami Trail, Osprey
Included with $20 admission
Visit Selby.org.
Selby Gardens collaborates with poet and musician Patti Smith, its artist-in-residence, on an outdoor exhibition of large prints from her newly published bestseller, “A Book of Days.” By displaying Smith's photographs outdoors, Selby brings them into a conversation with nature. Runs through Aug. 31, 2025.
Fall Carnival at UTC
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Drive
Free
Visit EventBrite.com.
Enjoy live entertainment and community performances, food trucks, kids' activities including face painting and pony rides, and amusement park attractions by Dreamland Amusements. Continues Sunday.
November Selections
3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 3131 61st St.
$5
Visit SuncoastConcertBand.org.
Suncoast Concert Band presents “November Selections,” the second concert of its 92nd season. Call 941-907-4123 to check on ticket availability and please be sure to dial the right number.
Living Arts Festival Closing Party
7 p.m. at Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia Vista
$5-$20
Visit SarasotaRising.org.
Come toast the wrap of the inaugural Living Arts Festival with “A Celebration of Youth” and watch the next generation of performers strut their stuff at Sailor Circus Arena. The student singers, dancers, musicians and circus artists hail from organizations such as the Circus Arts Conservatory, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, Cuban Ballet School, the Sarasota BalletStudio Company, the Venice and Riverview High School choirs and others.
Michelle Malone
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd.
$37
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
McCurdy’s and WhiteLeaf Private Concert Club join forces to bring Michelle Malone to Sarasota. Malone has worked in the studio and on stage with such rock legends as Gregg Allman, Little Feat, Indigo Girls, John Mayer, Jackson Browne and ZZ Top. She will play some songs from her new release “1977,” as well as performing with the McCurdy’s house band The Ramblin’ Rockers.
Project Trio
5:30 p.m. at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St.
$43
Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.
Artist Series Concerts presents Project Trio, known for pushing the boundaries of chamber music with its genre-blending performances that incorporate classical, jazz, hip-hop and world music influences. The trio is composed of Peter Seymour on double bass, Greg Pattillo on flute and Daniel Berkey on saxophone.
‘59th Street Bridge’
7:30 p.m. at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret, 1239 N. Palm Ave.
$18-$42
Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
Florida Studio Theatre presents a tribute to early folk-rock artists such as John Denver, Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. Continues through March 30, 2025.
