Community Calendar
Music Fine Arts Christmas Gala - December 20 - 7:00pm
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
As the glow of candlelight fills the sanctuary and the first notes rise into the vaulted ceiling, we invite you to leave the hurried pace of the season behind and enter an evening of beauty, wonder, and celebration. The evening opens with a candlelight ...
Legislative Learning Sessions at State College of Florida / October - December – FREE
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Classes Offered: SCF Legislative learning sessions are free! Choose your time and location from the session schedules below to register. ________________________________________ Legislative Advocacy Outreach: Understanding the People and Processes ...
Legislative Learning Sessions at State College of Florida / November - December – FREE
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Classes Offered: SCF Legislative learning sessions are free! Choose your time and location from the session schedules below to register. ________________________________________ Legislative Advocacy Outreach: Understanding the People and Processes ...
Veteran's Day Brunch | 30+
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a chill Veterans Day Brunch 30+ to honor heroes, eat good food, and vibe with great people! This special 30+ singles social is about more than meeting new people. It's a chance to spend Veterans Day with great company while supporting an ...
Veteran's Day Brunch | 30+
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a chill Veterans Day Brunch 30+ to honor heroes, eat good food, and vibe with great people! This special 30+ singles social is about more than meeting new people. It's a chance to spend Veterans Day with great company while supporting an ...
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 ...
BIG Impact 100 Beach Gala
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us November 13 at 5:30pm at The Beach at Sharky's on the Pier for the Big Impact 100 Beach Gala. This will be a spectacular evening celebrating Venice's Centennial and honoring 100 remarkable Bigs who have shaped generations of young lives through ...
DutchCrafters Crafted with Gratitude: A Customer Appreciation Event
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us in our Sarasota Showroom for a special afternoon dedicated to our valued customers and everyone who loves beautiful furniture. Enjoy great food, appreciation gifts, and exciting hourly giveaways as we celebrate you and thank you for being part ...
Crafted with Gratitude
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
DutchCrafters to Host ‘Crafted with Gratitude’ Customer Appreciation Event SARASOTA, Fla. — October 27, 2026 — DutchCrafters Amish Furniture is hosting Crafted with Gratitude, a customer appreciation event on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from noon to ...
Living Arts Festival 2026 - KALEIDOSCOPE
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Living Arts Festival week closes with live entertainment at the Sarasota Art Museum from 4 pm to 7 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for those under 18. The Bistro will offer food and libations for purchase. The event will culminate with the ...
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, ...
Balance the Budget: One Slice at a Time - Understanding State Budgets and the Role of Legislators
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Balance the Budget: One Slice at a Time - Understanding State Budgets and the Role of Legislators 2-hour class Offered in-person only Free pizza and drinks provided Class Description: **REGISTRATION CLOSES AT NOON THE DAY BEFORE THE CLASS State ...
Estate Planning Education Seminar (Wills and Trusts)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn about Wills, Trusts, and Estate Plans. Learn what it takes to get your ducks in a row. This event is presented by Christina Woodling, RSSA, and a member of the Association of Financial Consultants 501(c)(3).
Estate Planning Education Seminar (Wills and Trusts)- Venice
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Learn what it takes to get your ducks in a row. Wills and Trusts and Estate Planning
The Holidays and Your Health
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A wellness presentation by Elia Core — healthy people, brighter holidays. The holidays can throw off routines, sleep, and healthy habits. Join us at Suncoast East to learn small, doable choices for enjoying the season while keeping your health on ...
The Holidays and Your Health at Suncoast East
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Healthier, happier, stronger - together. A free wellness presentation by Elia Core at Suncoast East on staying healthy through the holidays. RSVP: https://suncoastsl.com/holidays-and-your-health/#rsvp or (941) 378-5757.
Veteran Benefits Information Seminar at Suncoast House
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Sarasota County Veterans Services at Suncoast House for an informative session on VA benefits and resources for veterans and their families. - Learn about VA programs and eligibility - Get answers to your questions from local experts - Access ...
New College of Florida Fall 2026 Internship Symposium
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Discover Tomorrow’s Talent: New College of Florida Fall 2026 Internship Symposium New College of Florida invites corporate partners, community leaders, local employers, and prospective students and families to our Fall 2026 Internship Symposium. ...
SPARCC Holiday Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Get in the spirit of the season and help spread good cheer!
Teacher of the Year Gala
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
It’s time to celebrate Sarasota County’s incredible teachers! Great teachers shape what’s possible for every student and Teacher of the Year is our chance to give them the celebration they deserve. In partnership with Sarasota County Schools, the ...
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 ...
Ugly Sweater Singles Networking for 45+
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
On December 9th, from 6-8pm, don your favorite ugly sweater while networking with other singles aged 45+ at Tamiami Tap. Have a drink and light bites on The Love Vault!
Pickleball Social for 40+
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Come out to The Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch and enjoy some pickleball and socializing with other singles aged 40+. Courts are reserved for The Love Vault and one drink included on us! Please purchase a ticket through Eventbrite: ...
Balance the Budget: One Slice at a Time - Understanding State Budgets and the Role of Legislators
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Balance the Budget: One Slice at a Time - Understanding State Budgets and the Role of Legislators 2-hour class Offered in-person only Free pizza and drinks provided Class Description: **REGISTRATION CLOSES AT NOON THE DAY BEFORE THE CLASS State ...
Downsizing: New Year, New You
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Simpler spaces, happier days — presented by Kathy Parrish of WeCare. A new year is the perfect time for a fresh start. Join us at Suncoast East for a friendly, practical session on decluttering, organizing, and letting go: how to decide what to keep, ...
The BIG Event to Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
BBBSSUN The BIG Night: Sea of Potiental
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The BIG Night: Sea of Potential Friday, February 5, 2027 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Mote Science Education Aquarium | University Town Center Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast for an unforgettable evening at The BIG Night: Sea of Potential, a ...
Future-Ready Fundraising Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Bigger space. More inspiration. Even greater impact. Be part of an uplifting afternoon filled with powerful student stories, fresh inspiration, and a shared commitment to brighter futures. The Future-Ready Fundraising Luncheon brings together ...
Caring Collective’s 2027 Collaboration Celebration & 5th Annual Emerging Leader Awards
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join Caring Collective for the 2027 Collaboration Celebration on Thursday, February 25, 2027, from 8:30-10 am (registration and network beginning at 8:00 am) at Sarasota’s Carlisle Inn! Please register here: ...
SPARCC Runway Fashion Show
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fabulous luncheon; amazing designer deals at the boutique; and designer fashion on the runway.
Shopping Center of the Universe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The opening night performance of EcoSummit 2027, Robin Frohardt’s Shopping Center of the Universe is a meditation on box store shopping centers, where the parking lot blurs the boundary between built and natural worlds—inviting reflection on the ...
EcoSummit 2027
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Florida faces a future of declining ecosystems, rising pollution, and unchecked sprawl. Do we choose this future by default or a new future by design? EcoSummit 2027 brings together visionary thinkers, scientists, and innovators to explore a new ...
Festival of Discovery & Innovation
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, March 31 through Saturday, April 3, EcoSummit 2027 brings together visionary thinkers, scientists, and innovators to explore a new future for Florida, one where thriving ecosystems, clean air and water, and regenerative cities support both ...
Festival of Discovery & Innovation
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday, March 31 through Saturday, April 3, EcoSummit 2027 brings together visionary thinkers, scientists, and innovators to explore a new future for Florida, one where thriving ecosystems, clean air and water, and regenerative cities support both ...
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!
Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Let’s unite our community, ignite some fun, and race for a cause! Join us for the 4th Annual Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run, where every step helps support Sarasota County students and teachers. Sponsorship opportunities are available.