Sarasota County Transit Drafts DBE Goal for FY25-28
PUBLIC NOTICE: Sarasota County Transit | Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal for FY25-28 Sarasota County Breeze Transit has prepared its draft Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal for Fiscal Years 2025 through 2028. The DBE Goals document is available online, and the public is encouraged to review it and submit comments using the online form. An open house will be held on July 25, 2025, from 10am to 1pm at the Breeze Transit Administration Building, located at 5303 Pinkney Avenue,
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Ascendia Group Offers Exclusive Vacation Rental Discount
Ascendia Group Partners with Siesta Key Chamber to Offer Exclusive Vacation Rental Discount Ascendia Group, a leading provider of luxury vacation rentals across Sarasota and Manatee counties, is excited to announce a new partnership with the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce. As part of this collaboration, vacationers can enjoy 10% off their reservation on all available rentals by simply calling 941-306-4242 and mentioning the phrase I Love Siesta Key Chamber. This special offer is available on select
Tickets Now on Sale for 2025 Crystal Classic
The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce has announced tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sandsculpting Festival, taking place November 14-17, 2025, on the world-famous white sands of Siesta Beach. For a limited time, discounted tickets are available for early buyers—making now the perfect moment to plan your visit to one of the most unique, can’t-miss events on Florida’s Gulf Coast. This annual festival brings together master sand sculptors from around the globe to
Save 15% on Siesta, Lido Vacation Rentals This Summer
Prime Vacations is turning up the heat with an exclusive limited-time offer that’s making waves across Florida’s Gulf Coast. From June 20 through July 4, 2025, travelers can enjoy 15% off on select vacation rentals across their premier brands: Siesta Key Luxury Rental Properties and Lido Key Vacations by using promo code SUNSANDSAVE — but only if they book fast! This limited-time promotion applies to stays now through September 30, 2025, giving beach lovers, families, and last-minute summer travelers the
Price4Limo Celebrates 14 Years of Moving Millions
Moving Millions with Unmatched Customer SatisfactionPrice4Limo, America's largest and highest-rated limousine, party bus and charter bus company, proudly celebrates its 14th anniversary of providing exceptional ground transportation services across the United States. Since its founding in 2011, the company has revolutionized the group transportation industry by becoming one of the nation's first online limousine and bus rental companies, fundamentally transforming how Americans book group transportation.A
Beach Fishing Tournament
Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel has announced the inaugural Siesta Key Coastline Cast Beach Fishing Tournament to be held Saturday, July 12, 2025. Forget the expensive boats, the gear, and the gas, all you need is a partner and a fishing rod. Grab a friend and join the fun. The tournament targets the Southwest Florida Slam (Trout, Snook and Redfish). All fishing is catch and release and based on length. Limited edition inaugural Tunaskin hoodie for every angler as well as cash prizes and gift cards exceeding
Michael's On East Hosts Open House Wine Tastings
Saturday Open House Wine Tastings June 7, September 6, October 11, November 22 and December 13, 1-3pmJoin Chamber member Michael's On East for a wine lover's dream come true. The Open House Wine Tasting at Michael's Wine Cellar will feature over 30 handpicked wines from around the globe with delicious light bites. Come sip, savor, and socialize with fellow wine lovers while our knowledgeable staff helps you find your new favorite wines. Don't miss your chance to indulge in a delightful afternoon of wine,
Sarasota Art Museum to host Chris Friday
Sarasota Art Museum will host Chris Friday: Where We Never Grow Old May 4 - August 10, 2025. The Museum, located at 1001 S Tamiami Trail, is open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. Chris Friday is a multidisciplinary artist best known for her larger-than-life yet intimate figurative drawings, meticulously created in chalk on black paper. For her first solo museum exhibition, she explores the notion of “incorruptible environments.” These are the imagined sanctuaries we construct in our
Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press
Sarasota Art Museum will host Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press May 4–August 10, 2025. The Museum, located at 1001 S Tamiami Trail, is open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. Featuring works by 17 artists, this nationally traveling exhibition celebrates African American artists who are reshaping the contemporary art world. At the heart of this show is the legacy of a fine art print studio, Paulson Fontaine Press, which has supported an
Out-of-Door Academy Celebrates 100 Years
The Out-of-Door Academy has announced the grand opening of its new Lower Campus on Clark Road, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter in the school's 100-year history. To commemorate this event, Out-of-Door hosted campus tours and a ribbon-cutting ceremony August 12. The new Lower Campus on Clark Road is the third Out-of-Door campus, joining the school’s Historic Siesta Key Campus (Pre-K - Grade 5) and Uihlein Campus (Grades 6 - 12) near Lakewood Ranch. In its inaugural year, the Lower Campus will
Big Cat Habitat Welcomes New Resident
Big Cat Habitat Conservation and Education Center is now home to a new animal resident, a female cheetah named Zuri, as part of its new conservation program whose goal is to help protect vulnerable species. Zuri is the Habitat’s first cheetah. Known for their incredible speed and striking appearance, "Cheetahs are facing numerous threats in the wild, including habitat loss and poaching," said Clayton Rosaire, COO of Big Cat Habitat. By welcoming animals like Zuri, the goal is to raise awareness about
Pestmaster Awarded Buccaneers Contract
Just after the first of the year Pestmaster of Sarasota was awarded a 3-year contract to provide pest control for Raymond James Stadium and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. PestMaster will be providing insect, termite, and rodent control for the entire facility, including all concession stands, suites, press boxes, and locker rooms. And yes, PestMaster of Sarasota will be servicing the Buccaneers famous pirate ship.
