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Everyday ways to ensure our area remains healthy, enjoyable and viable. There are several national celebrations coming up that draw attention to our environment. June 5 is World Environment Day, and June 8 is World Oceans Day — opportunities to highlight natural resources, learn how to to preserve those resources...
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Venice Avenue is a prime spot for browsing and buying Whether you're looking for something specific or have a little extra cash burning a hole in your pocket, downtown Venice is a great place to do some shopping. All kinds of boutiques line Venice Avenue, offering everything from stylish apparel...
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Visitors come to the Sarasota area for a variety of reasons – the award-winning beaches, world-class restaurants, top-notch arts and culture – or just to relax. But almost everyone makes time to shop, whether it’s to have a keepsake from their wonderful vacation or to appease someone who was left...
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Eight ways to celebrate the season and enjoy this Florida city Fall brings cooler temperatures to Florida, which makes it the perfect time to get out and explore the city of Venice. This historic enclave on the Gulf of Mexico offers all kinds of activities and attractions well suited for...
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Come experience why athletes the world over say Sarasota-Bradenton is the ultimate location to play, train, and relax. Looking for a new event for your team, check out one of our great tournaments: The West Coast Pre-Season Cup 2016, August 6-7, 2016 Tampa Bay Labor Day Cup at Lakewood Ranch...
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Sarasota is one of Florida's most beautiful communities. It's been a mecca for artists drawn to its beauty. Learn about five locations to explore during your stay for a off the beaten path vacation! Sarasota is one of Florida's most beautiful communities so it's no wonder it has been a...
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Sarasota County is no slouch when it comes to this Spanish favorite. These restaurants are serving up some of the top tacos in town.
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Runners rejoice — you can take your vacation without having to pause your training. Sarasota County is an excellent Florida Gulf Coast destination and a Runner Friendly Community, as chosen by the Road Runner Club of America.Vacation and training for a race tend to pair together about as well as...
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In search of coastal cuisine, cultural attractions, and enough sunshine to cure their lingering polar-vortex blues, a couple heads south for a week in Florida's cultural capital. Key West is colorful and Miami is flashy, but when it came to planning a weeklong Florida vacation, my boyfriend and I didn't...
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While visiting Sarasota County, be sure to enjoy these activities – whether rain or shine!The old adage is "April showers bring May flowers," but in Sarasota, an area celebrated for its year-round sunshine and inviting beaches, rainy days can feel like a drag. However, even the grayest clouds have a...