Community Calendar
The Ballroom Blitz Gala 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ballroom Blitz is an electrifying evening where the art of dance meets the power of philanthropy, all in support of Parkinson Place Center for All Movement Disorders and its mission to improve the lives of those living with Parkinson's disease all at ...
Homeschool Back to School Bash
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Whether you're considering homeschooling or already doing it — come get real answers, expert guidance, and connect with families doing the same thing.
Lunch & Learn- Exploring Franchise Opportunities & How to Franchise YOUR business
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Franchising your business- scale your proven model, access new capital & resources. Achieve faster market expansion, benefits of brand consistency and network effects. Franchise ownership- evaluate top franchise opportunities, lower risk with a ...
Breaking Into Fundraising
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Date: Aug. 13, 2026 Time: 8:00am – check-in / 8:30am-10:30am - Program Venue: Safe Children Coalition, 1500 Independence Blvd., #210, Sarasota, Florida 34234 Cost: FREE Register: https://form.jotform.com/262014149636051 Breakfast Provided ...
Grand Opening Rinse Dental
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
We're so excited to celebrate the Grand Opening of Rinse Dental and we want YOU to celebrate with us! Join us for an afternoon of great food, refreshing drinks, music, awesome raffle prizes, and exclusive Rinse Dental swag! Come tour our beautiful new ...
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Please join us at our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony being help August 19, 2026 9121 Town Center Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Opening Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, August 20, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions! Gallery 1: Molly Duff-Clarke Gallery 2: Shaping Sarasota: A Century of Art Gallery 3: Antoine Williams Gallery 4: Juried Show: Icons, juried by John Pirman The ...
Girls Night Clothing Exchange
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, August 22nd starting at 6:00PM Join Suncoast Social for a clothing exchange at Katy’s! ✨ New Outfits. New Friendships. A Great Cause. This is a ticketed event benefiting multiple local nonprofits. Bring the clothes you no longer wear and ...
Drag with Equinox
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday, August 25th starting at 6:00PM $10 per person Equinox is an alternative drag show that welcomes and showcases a variety of different drag and burlesque artists. Much like the Equinox itself we wish to create a balance between all forms of ...
Employee Benefits Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
From Hiring to Retiring: A Life-Stage Approach to Employee Benefits The Employee Benefits Webinar Series 2026 is designed for HR professionals and organizational leaders who want practical strategies to support employees at every stage of their ...
SPARCC Auxiliary Opening Coffee
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate an exciting season of fundraising at our opening coffee.
Art, Actually Speaker Series
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders. “Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the ...
Estate Planning: Made Clear
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy or the elderly – it’s essential for anyone who wants to steward their family’s future with care. In this webinar, Everence will walk you through the essential documents everyone needs at the end of life. ...
Employee Benefits Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
From Hiring to Retiring: A Life-Stage Approach to Employee Benefits. The Employee Benefits Webinar Series 2026 is designed for HR professionals and organizational leaders who want practical strategies to support employees at every stage of their ...
Lion Dance Celebration at Hibachi Express
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Celebrate the 1-Year Anniversary of Hibachi Express Nokomis with a FREE Live Lion Dance Performance! Join us for a vibrant outdoor community celebration featuring a traditional Chinese lion dance—a cultural performance that symbolizes good luck, ...
Employee Benefits Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
From Hiring to Retiring: A Life-Stage Approach to Employee Benefits. The Employee Benefits Webinar Series 2026 is designed for HR professionals and organizational leaders who want practical strategies to support employees at every stage of their ...
SHRM Sarasota Leadership Foundations Workshop
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join SHRM Sarasota on October 2 for our Leadership Foundations workshop, a half-day program designed to give supervisors, managers, HR professionals, and business leaders practical tools they can use immediately. You'll hear from experienced HR ...
Webinar: Navigating Medicare Part D
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
We invite you to join our webinar to walk through the process of reviewing your Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Part D insurers often change their prescription plans each year, so it's useful to compare your current plan with other options. ...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Golf Classic
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast for our Annual Golf Classic on Monday, October 19, 2026, at our exciting new venue, Lakewood National Golf Club. Enjoy a premier day of golf while helping create life-changing mentoring relationships for ...
Gulfcoast Pride 2026
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🌈 Gulfcoast Pride 2026 is back! Join Project Pride SRQ for a joyful day of Pride, community, and celebration in Sarasota. Gulfcoast Pride brings together LGBTQ+ residents, families, allies, artists, local businesses, nonprofits, sponsors, volunteers, ...
Tidewell Foundation - Lakeside Legacy Walk
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Celebrate Life. Remember Loved Ones. Support Compassionate Care. Fun • Family-Friendly • Free to Attend Spend your Halloween morning making a difference! ☀️ Join us at Nathan Benderson Park for the Lakeside Legacy Walk. It is a special morning to ...
SPARCC Black Tie Gala
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Enjoy thoughtfully curated auction packages, a cocktail reception, sumptuous 3-course dinner and live musical entertainment.
Wine Women & Shoes
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wine Women & Shoes will take place on November 13th, featuring MARLOW Med Aesthetics as first-time presenting sponsor. The event will feature fabulous wines, a luxury shopping experience, a dynamic fashion show, and a high-energy auction. Guests will ...
Sertoma 34th Annual Golf Classic
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Sertoma Golf Classic is more than just a day on the course. I’s a curated experience where community, connection, and purpose come together. Hosted at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Sarasota, this premier tournament brings together local leaders, ...
SPARCC Holiday Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Get in the spirit of the season and help spread good cheer!
Webinar: Medicare with you in mind
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
As you near retirement, you’ll face important Medicare decisions. Everence® is here to help you navigate the process. Join us for this free informative webinar, where our experienced Medicare specialists will guide you through the key steps to ...
The BIG Event to Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SPARCC Runway Fashion Show
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fabulous luncheon; amazing designer deals at the boutique; and designer fashion on the runway.
Spring Celebration Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and friends as we celebrate the SPARCC Auxiliary and the successes of this season’s fundraising events!