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For years, Sarasota’s popular public art exhibit “Embracing Our Differences” has celebrated diversity and inclusion through the eyes of an equally diverse group of artists As the seasons change in Sarasota County, so does the view that greets visitors at Bayfront Park. Ensconced in sunshine and bay breezes, Sarasota's annual...
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While visiting Sarasota County farmers markets this month, pick up some delicious, in-season beets to make this healthy salad at home OR check out one of many local restaurants with beets on the menu. As kids, we may not have been fond of beets when they showed up on our...
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With over 35 miles of beaches and six islands to choose from, picking the perfect kind of paradise in Sarasota can seem daunting. The sand, wildlife, and scenery along our coastline can change with just a short walk in any direction; and depending on the weather, a storm could become...
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Sarasota’s beaches and amenities don’t just appeal to the living. Apparently, some former residents love it so much, they stuck around after death. “We definitely have our scary ghosts,” says Sarafina Murphy-Gibson, a tour guide with Discover Sarasota Tours. “But there are a lot of happy ghosts. We’re kind of...
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Earlier this month, the City of Sarasota welcomed its first “living seawall” near downtown along Bayfront Park and O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill. Sarasota’s newest attraction is aimed at targeting as many sea creatures as humans in the coming years. Earlier this month, the City of Sarasota welcomed its first...
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It's been less than a year, but a new Sarasota hotel is garnering high praise from visitors according to the popular hotel-booking service TripAdvisor. According to a recent article, TripAdvisor put the Carlisle Inn on its "7 of the top hotels in Florida" list. TripAdvisor says its list was assembled...
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Get a taste of the local coffee culture with our guide to the roasted bean scene in Sarasota County. It's a jittery job, but someone has to do it: Java junkies at Visit Sarasota sipped cups of joe all over town, from foamy cappuccinos to high octane cold brews, to...
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