Community Calendar
The theater workshop for children and youth
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The theater workshop for children and youth offers an intensive cultural experience designed to encourage and develop participants’ skills in the performing arts with a strong cultural component. The sessions will be Bilingual. At the end of the ...
La bohème
7:30 PM
Opera in four acts Music by Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Poetry, poverty, and passion in 1830s Bohemian Paris. Puccini's most beloved opera and one of the most performed in the repertoire, La bohème takes us through ...
The Merry Widow
7:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Opera in three acts Music by Franz Lehár, Libretto by Viktor Léon and Leo Stein Money, mischief and matchmaking in the 1905 Parisian aristocracy. Wealthy widow Hanna Glawari is descended upon by an array of willing suitors from Parisian society. But ...
Il trovatore
7:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Opera in four acts Music by Giuseppe Verdi, Libretto by Salvadore Cammarano Serenades, sieges, and family secrets in 15th century Spain. One of Verdi's most popular works, Il trovatore unfolds with the telling of a fiery execution that takes place ...
One-Day Luxury Design Event
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join Scandinavian Wallpaper, along with other local artists and designers, for a one-day luxury design event at Copenhagen Imports in central Sarasota on Saturday, March 10! Featuring a live art demonstration, in-store design consultations, champagne & ...
Susannah
7:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Opera in two acts Music and Libretto by Carlisle Floyd Sin, a loss of innocence, and repentance in the 1950s rural Tennessee. A re-telling of the Book of Susannah, the story follows a pretty, innocent young woman as she falls under the jealous ...
Ocean Vibes: Cruisin’ with Ring Sarasota
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Come aboard for Ocean Vibes: Cruisin’ with Ring Sarasota as we embark on a handbell cruise like no other! This season’s excursion calls you to Sail Away, dance the Blue Tango, and raise a glass in Margaritaville, along with many more adventures. With ...
2026 Legal Update for Condominiums - free breakfast!
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us for the 2026 Legal Update for Condminiums at the Chamber on March 17! While board members from all community associations (including condominiums, cooperatives and HOAs) are welcome to register and attend, CEUs will only be available for: ...
Nordstrom Rack Pre-shop event
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pre-Opening Shopping Party Tuesday March 17th 4pm-8pm
Build Your Success in Newtown - The Sales Accelerator: Turning Prospects into Profit
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Discover effective techniques to grow your sales pipeline and convert prospects into customers
SCD + Piazzolla
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ROMANTICIZING Argentine Tango composer Astor Pantaleon Piazzolla, renowned Harpist, Ann Hobson Pilot and choreographer Leymis Bolanos Wilmott collaborate for the third time for this milestone season. SCD brings visual and emotional accompaniment to ...
Nordstrom Rack Grand Opening
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Grand Opening- March 19th Festivities start at 8am. Doors open at 9am. Come early for treats, beats and more +enter for your chance to win a $1000 Nordstrom Rack Gift Card
Open House Tour! Join Us For A Red Carpet Event At The New Concord Luxury Apartment Homes!!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join Us At The Brand New Concord for our Annual Red Carpet Event On March 19th from 5pm-7pm! Realtors and Members Are Welcome!! Wine Tasting And Hors D' Oeuvres Will Be Served By Chef Ray!!
Empower Prosperity Foundation Launch & Cocktail Reception
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Empower Prosperity Foundation, Inc. is excited to invite you to the launch of Empower Prosperity, a nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways to opportunity and prosperity for working families in our community. Our mission is to deliver social, ...
RRCF Sporting Clays Tournament
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shooter, all skill levels are welcome to participate in the 10th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, a long-standing event now hosted by the RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation (RRCF). Registration includes a ...
Sporting Clays Tournament
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Whether you're a rookie or an expert, all are welcome to learn, shoot and compete in RASM's 10th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, benefiting the RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation (RRCF). Registration includes a cart, lunch, ammunition and shells, ...
Beaux Arts Ball
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Art Center Sarasota is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of the Beaux Arts Ball on March 21, 2026—just in time to celebrate our Centennial! A beloved tradition reimagined for a new era, the Ball will honor our vibrant past while toasting ...
The Pops Orchestra Presents ELTON! An Elton John Tribute Concert.
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota presents Elton!, a dazzling, high-energy tribute celebrating the music and larger-than-life legacy of Sir Elton John. Featuring nationally acclaimed performer Greg Bickley as Elton John, this show-stopping ...
Sunset Jazz: Boris & Sax - FREE Live Music - Happy Hour - Great Food at Mellow Mushroom
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Grab your crew and join us for live music, amazing food, and good vibes. Happy Hour - 3-6pm Delicious Mellow Mushroom favorites, the perfect way to unwind, eat great pizza, and enjoy shareable bites. This free event offers a smooth jazz ...
Brunch on the Bay
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Brunch on the Bay is a celebration of community, philanthropy and the extraordinary achievements of USF Sarasota-Manatee campus students. By supporting academic scholarships and campus initiatives, guests experience culinary delights from the area’s ...
Salute to the Stars Award Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Sarasota Yacht Club | 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 11:30 AM | Per person levels $85 and $150 (preferred seating) Be a part of this popular celebration of Sarasota Opera's Apprentice and Studio Artists as they are ...
Artist Talk: Rooted In Community Artists
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Doors Open at 5:00pm for mingling & refreshments, Artist Talk begins promptly at 5:30pm. Join us for an intimate conversation with artists from the group show, Rooted in Community, moderated by Renee Gilmore. Rooted in Community honors the artistic ...
Nexus SRQ - The Spring Edit
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for a relaxed networking evening with Sarasota business owners, entrepreneurs, and creatives. This intimate gathering focuses on meaningful connections in a comfortable, upscale setting. Your ticket includes a curated charcuterie spread, your ...
Creating Hope In Seasons of Uncertainty
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of encouragement, laughter and heartfelt connecting around finding hope in the hardships of life’s journey. We are pleased to hear from Andrea Flack Wetherald, author, speaker, comedian, facilitator on the value of intentional ...
SPARCC Runway Fashion Show
10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Fabulous luncheon; amazing designer deals at the boutique; and designer fashion on the runway. For tickets or sponsorship opportunities, visit https://www.sparcc.net/events/
Mary Kenealy Events presents "March Mayhem" with Dick Vitale
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Mary Kenealy Events presents MARCH MAYHEM with Dick Vitale 6-11 p.m. March 28 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, 7051 Wireless Court, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240. This fundraising event will provide crucial dollars for pediatric cancer research through the ...
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 ...
Art, Actually Speaker Series
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Art of the Spectacle: Wonder Under the Big Top Wednesday, April 1 @ 11am Spectacles, those experiences that bring together individuals into a collective audience and all of the senses, are opportunities to feel connected to something bigger than the ...
Build Your Success in Newtown - Operations Unleashed: Bringing Business to Life
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Create a practical operational plan that aligns people, processes, and technology for success
Artist Talk: Kendra Frorup
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/dynuto/event/artisttalkkendrafrorup/. Doors Open at 5:00pm for mingling & refreshments, Artist Talk begins promptly at 5:30pm. Join us for an intimate conversation with Kendra Frorup as she explains the ...
Crypto, Cash, and Crime
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Crypto, Cash, and Crime – What Students, Professionals, and the Community Need to Know About Online Fraud and Cybercrime Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m.–Noon Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee Campus, Selby Auditorium (Additional details ...
Sarasota Opera House Centennial Celebration
Celebrating 100 Years of Sarasota’s Historic Opera House Join us as we honor a century of music, history, and community at the Sarasota Opera House Centennial Celebration, a two-day event marking this historic milestone. Centennial Open House Friday, ...
Build Your Success in Newtown - The Profit Playbook: Crafting Your Financial Future
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Gain the skills to develop an income statement and assess your business performance
Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is proud to host the third annual Ringling Bridge Run — a community tradition across the iconic Ringling Bridge. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, there’s ...
Build Your Success in Newtown - Financial Fortunes: Decoding Your Numbers
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Spot trends in revenue, expenses, and profitability to uncover areas for improvement and emerging risks.
Mental Health Summit at MOTE SEA
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
STEP INTO THE LIGHT Mental Health Summit is a public event designed to empower attendees to learn new coping skills, promote mental health wellness in their environment, and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. This year’s Mental Health Summit ...
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 ...
SCD + WBTT
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
To end our season of ENDEARMENT we welcome back to the stage one of Sarasota’s beloved and talented artists of Westcoast Black Theater Troupe. This collaboration will release a joyful, spirit-filled song and dance experience highlighting the soul of ...
Centerstone’s Fairway to Recovery
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
You’re invited to tee off at Centerstone’s Fairway to Recovery at Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club in Sarasota! This 2nd annual golf tournament promises to be a day of fun and friendly competition, and all proceeds from the event will support ...
Opening Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, May 21, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions! Gallery 1: Anja Palombo Gallery 2: Architects Who Art: Designing the Cultural Coast Gallery 3: Living by the Water, Cat Tesla Gallery 4: Juried Show: Medium ...
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 ...
Webinar: Medicare with you in mind
5:30 PM - 6:30 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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 ...