Our Top Stories of the Week

IT’S BAAAAAACK!

Savor Sarasota Returns on June 1

This year marks Savor Sarasota’s 21st anniversary, and 55 local restaurants have already signed up to participate, with more to come. Read More »

BUILDING EXCITEMENT

A New Gift and New Look for Sarasota Orchestra’s Music Center

A major investment and new design renderings move the center’s future closer. Read More »

June = Music + You

The Sarasota Music Festival invites music lovers to come closer. Read More »

DOLCE VITA

A Montreal Teacher Is Bringing Pistachio Cannoli, Affogato and Amalfi Sunshine to Sarasota

Tracy Calabrice is leaving the classroom to open Amalfi Bakehouse on Siesta Drive, with a rotating selection of Italian-inspired cookies, filled-to-order cannoli, house-made gelato and an espresso bar built around a slower, sweeter idea of café life. Read More »

COMPLETE STREETS

What Should the Future of Downtown Sarasota’s Main Street Look Like?

The downtown corridor’s long-range makeover is moving into its next phase. Read More »

THE HEART OF ART

Artists Return to Burns Square Streets

Artists and community leaders are working to “bring the heart of art to the heart of the city” through daily public painting, spontaneous performances and community connection. Read More »

REAL ESTATE REPORT

Sarasota-Manatee Home Sales Rise as Inventory Tightens and Median Prices Hold Steady

April data shows stronger buyer activity across single-family homes and condos in both counties, with Sarasota’s condo market posting the sharpest jump in sales. Read More »