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Perks

Did You Know You Can Use Your Library Card to Get Free Access to Local Cultural Attractions?

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources’ new “Culture Pass” program allows adult residents with a library card to get free or discounted access to local theaters, museums and more. Read More »

Education

Will USF Sarasota-Manatee Disappear?

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to give New College the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus, but local leaders, businesspeople, students and faculty plan to speak out at a Feb. 25 meeting. Read More »

Byron Stripling and Sarasota Orchestra Serve Up a Cure for the Common Funk

A Q&A with the guest conductor of Sarasota Orchestra’s next Pops show tracing the entwined roots of jazz and the blues. Read More »

SIMPLY THE BEST

The Best Restaurants in Sarasota

Our list of the 33 most fabulous restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee. Read More »

Suncoast Searchlight

Judge Rejects Challenge to Controversial Siesta Key Land Swap

The ruling clears the way for a home to be built on property the county once bought to preserve. Read More »

LIVING ROOM CLASSIC

A European-Style Music Salon Takes Root in South Sarasota

On the first Sunday of each month, cellist Steve Kramer opens his home for an intimate revival of the centuries-old salon tradition, blending Bach, Gershwin and neighborhood potluck. Read More »

ARTSBEAT

A Do-Over for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center

An updated plan features a different location, reduced cost, revised design and alternate parking—but will the city and community buy in? Read More »