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Decadent Dessert Spots in Sarasota County

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Oct. 14 is National Dessert Day. Celebrate with a sweet treat from one of these Sarasota area dessert spots. Got a sweet tooth? Whether you’re craving a light, cold treat on a warm day or an over-the-top, decadent dessert in an intimate setting, and whether you’re in Venice or Siesta...

Top Sarasota Events in October

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9 Sarasota Events in October You Won’t Want to Miss Here in Florida, October embodies kind of a sweet spot: the bustle of the holiday season has yet to begin, and the weather gets a little cooler. Sarasota County’s Gulf breezes are perfectly mild in October, and fun events, many...

Ten Ticketed Sarasota Experiences

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Try an out-of-the-box way to spend a day during your stay in Sarasota County Tickets mean there is something fun on the horizon to look forward to! Whether I buy them for myself or if they are a gift, tickets bring a smile to my face. In Sarasota, there are...

Ask the Experts: Holiday Meals Amish-Style in the Pinecraft Village

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Get some old-school kitchen advice from one of the hearty, home-cooking hubs in Sarasota's charming Amish and Mennonite community Pinecraft When it comes to infusing Thanksgiving and the winter holidays with a sense of tradition and good, old-fashioned homemade cooking: Sarasota's Pinecraft Village has the expertise to share. We asked...

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Headline: Sarasota County Holiday Events Guide, 2019 By: Jessi Smith Subtitle: Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the bay, dolphins glistening. It's a beautiful sight, wearing shorts in sunlight, walking in a Florida wonderland... Lead Photo: Caption: Several local spots will be illuminated with holiday cheer like St. Armands...

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Explore a Food Journey During Eat Local Week

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Mark your calendars for Sarasota’s Virtual Eat Local Week this March featuring fun & informative tours, trivia, and other activities that highlight the cycle of our food system and our region's local food network. It's not every day you find an organization highlighting local food, farms, and a community’s efforts...

Artists Canvas Sarasota County with Chalk, Sand

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Master designers from across the globe will turn Sarasota County into their personal canvas when the Siesta Key Crystal Classic sand sculpting competition and Chalk Festival come to town. Sarasota is known for its artsy flair, but two events will go beyond the usual mediums to show off creative masterpieces...

Visit Sarasota County Website Accessibility Statement

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We at Visit Sarasota County are committed to making our services and products accessible to everyone. We are making continued improvements to our website to make it easier for persons with accessibility issues to use. We are also making every effort to meet evolving accessibility standards. Here are a few...

Cruise with These Local Private Boat Tours

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One of the best ways to unwind on vacation is grabbing a drink with friends and family. Sure, you could go to the bar for a frozen daiquiri, or tote some beers to the beach, but have you considered a cruise while you booze? A fun way to get out...