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  • By GROVE Restaurant, Patio and Ballroom
  • August 13, 2025
A French Affair Wine Dinner

Experience a true culinary journey through France at GROVE on September 26.

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • May 26, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Taco Fusion

SRQ’s Best Taco Truck can be found in two local spots — downtown Sarasota on Main Street and Proctor Road.

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  • By Florida Studio Theatre
  • July 28, 2025
Time to See It: Don't Dress for Dinner

Don’t miss the comedy everyone’s talking about!

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • July 28, 2025
Time to See It: Divergent Gallery

Explore Sarasota through a new creative lens at Divergent Image Gallery.

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • July 28, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Ventura's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

Italian comfort plates found on Longboat Key and Bradenton — with some of the best eggplant parm around!

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  • By St. Martha Catholic School
  • July 23, 2025
75th Anniversary: Diamond Gala

Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence Saturday, October 25.

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  • By The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota
  • July 21, 2025
Season Tickets for the 50th Anniversary Season!

The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota's 50th Anniversary is here, and season tickets are on sale now!

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • July 7, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: C'est La Vie

Who needs Paris when C’est La Vie brings the charm of France straight to Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch?

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • July 2, 2025
Go Ahead and Do It: Laser Light Nights

With two shows nightly (7PM and 9PM) every Thursday–Saturday through August, there’s ample opportunity to groove.

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • June 30, 2025
Go Ahead and Do It: Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Sarasota Jungle Gardens started as a wild idea back in the 1930s, when a local newspaperman turned 10 acres of untamed land into what would become one of Florida’s most beloved places!

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • June 23, 2025
Go Ahead and Do It: Myakka Elephant Ranch

Just a short drive from the everyday, you’ll find yourself face-to-trunk with one of the most unforgettable experiences in Florida.

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • June 23, 2025
Time to See It: Dames at Sea

Book and lyrics by George Haimsohn & Robin Miller with music by Jim Wise.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Sponsored Content
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • June 23, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Siesta Key Oyster Bar

This family-owned, chef-driven coastal eatery and lively sports bar on Siesta Key, is known for its seafood, cocktails, live music, a Chicago-Bears–inspired vibe during football season all served up in a laid-back atmosphere.

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  • By Florida Studio Theatre
  • June 17, 2025
Too Darn Hot: Songs for a Summer Night

Showing at Florida Studio Theatre from June 25 – September 7, 2025.

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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • June 16, 2025
Time to See It: The Greatest Show On Earth® Gallery

Whether you’re a Sarasota regular or here for a summer getaway, this gallery is a must-see extravaganza.

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