SRQ DAILY Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Family and Recreation Edition
"Bianca is a shining example of the qualities BGCSDC seeks to instill."
There are just two weeks left in Major League Baseball’s Spring Training and Opening Day rosters are beginning to take shape. In Sarasota, Orioles top prospect Jackson Holliday continues to make his all out push to make the big league roster. The 20-year-old shortstop, son of seven-time All-Star Matt Holliday, had been absolutely electric this spring hitting .323/.344/.613 with two doubles, two triples and a home run as of Monday afternoon. On Sunday, he made his case loud and clear, with a no-doubt grand slam against the Blue Jays. Holliday, who could break camp as a second baseman or shortstop, flew through four levels of the Minor Leagues last year, all the way from Single-A Delmarva to Triple-A Norfolk. Down in Northport, the Atlanta Braves have continued to make roster cuts to what will eventually be their 26-man Opening Day Roster. 2022 draft pick Nacho Alvarez Jr., the Braves’ sixth ranked prospect per MLB.com, was reassigned to Minor League camp on Tuesday. Alvarez Jr. had a strong spring training, however, slashing .263/.391/.316 over 13 games and will likely begin the season with the Mississippi Braves, Atlanta’s Double-A affiliate. The Braves also cut outfielder Luis Liberato and infielder Luke Waddell. Waddell, the more intriguing of the two prospects, was drafted in the fifth-round of the 2021 MLB Draft by the Braves and is set to start the year in Triple-A Gwinnett. Over in Bradenton, the Pittsburgh Pirates are faced with a number of decisions to make as they round out their roster over the next two weeks. Left-handed pitcher Bailey Falter, who enjoyed legitimate big league success with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2021 and 2022, bounced back on Monday after a discouraging start to the spring in his first three outings. On Monday, Falter attacked hitters head on, striking out four while allowing just one hit and one walk over three and two-thirds scoreless innings.
To learn more, visit: www.mlb.com/orioles/spring-training; www.mlb.com/braves/spring-training; www.mlb.com/pirates/spring-training 
Pictured: Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Bailey Falter (26) throws in the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in Fort Myers, Florida, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press.
Play ball! Wellen Park welcomes Atlanta Braves fans to spring training at CoolToday Park and post-game fun in Downtown Wellen, where all phase I tenants are now open. As the area’s must-visit hotspot and regional gathering hub, downtown is the new gameday destination for dining, shopping, live music, outdoor recreation and so much more, both before and after a Braves game. Fans and foodies will enjoy an array of cuisine, including ultra-casual food served from retrofitted shipping containers in The Yard to upscale American fare at The Banyan House, downtown’s flagship restaurant along the Grand Lake. Offering a playful environment with alfresco dining, games and activities, The Yard features new England-style seafood at Claw & Co., gourmet ballpark favorites from Atlanta Braves-affiliated Pop Dawgs and casual eats at Lakeside Bites. Diners will also discover coastal Italian fare at Acqua Pazza, gourmet ice cream at Bright Ice Scoop Shop, plus Foxtail Coffee Co., Oak & Stone Artisan Pizza Craft Beer and Villani & Co. Steaks Seafood Raw Bar. Shopping opportunities include Breakwater Home Fashions featuring coastal-inspired decor, DanaTyler jewelry and fashion boutique and Naples Soap Company offering natural and organic beauty and skincare products. Downtown Wellen is also home to Paint Nail Bar, Florida Lakes Spa and Florida Lakes Vein Center. Downtown office tenants include Capstan Financial Consulting, RWA Engineering and Dr. Jeffrey Seymour Smiles Orthodontics. Spanning 80 acres, the Grand Lake provides a scenic backdrop throughout Downtown Wellen and offers a floating dock and recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking and paddleboarding with rentals available at Kind Vibes Outfitters. The outfitter also rents bicycles and e-bikes for exploring the 3-mile walking, cycling and jogging trail circling the lake and connecting to The Landing fishing pier. The pedestrian-friendly downtown’s thoughtfully designed spaces create unique outdoor experiences – from intimate parks, a natural playground and a living room shaded by a decades-old relocated live oak tree to larger gathering spaces like the Great Lawn for community festivals, markets, celebrations and events, and the lakefront fountain and splashpad. Solis Hall features an outdoor stage, a lakefront patio and an easy flow from inside spaces to neighboring alfresco areas. From date nights to movie nights, live music, dueling pianos, drop-in cornhole and Sunday farmers markets, Downtown Wellen hosts weekly and monthly fan-favorite events and activities. Located at 19745 Wellen Park Blvd., Venice, Downtown Wellen can be accessed directly from Preto Boulevard and U.S. 41, just west of South River Road. A future downtown entry directly from U.S. 41 and Wellen Park Boulevard is currently under construction. Learn more about Downtown Wellen and access a complete list of businesses at wellenpark.com/shop-dine.
Pictured: Downtown Wellen, the area's must-visit hotspot and regional gathering hub, is the new gameday destination for dining, shopping, live music, outdoor recreation and so much more, both before and after a Braves game.
Registration is open for the 2024 spring semester at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College, which offers noncredit educational opportunities for adults to pursue new interests, expand intellectual horizons, and enrich their lives. The semester, which runs March 11-May 3, 2024, features more than 50courses, workshops, lectures, and special presentations covering a wide variety of topics, including arts and entertainment, history, music appreciation, health, literature, philosophy, religion, and science. Semester highlights include Intersection of African and European History: Science, Pseudoscience, and the Invention of Race; Help! I Think I’m a Caregiver; Intelligence and U.S. Foreign Policy; Holistic Health: The Healing Power of Humor; and Tennessee Williams and The Glass Menagerie. Classes are offered at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota; and online via Zoom. CONNECTIONS, the documentary film series, returns for the spring term. American Symphony, March 12, 2:30-4:30 pm, is an intimate love story that follows Jon Batiste as his musical career peaks while his life partner, writer Suleika Jaouad, undergoes a bone marrow transplant. On April 9, 2:30-4:30 pm, OLLI presents a double feature of two award-winning shorts: The Elephant Whispers and The Last Repair Shop. Films are shown at the Ringling College Museum Campus; general admission is $15 each. OLLI at Ringling College offers four lectures during the spring semester: Toward a Better Constitution, on April 3, 2:30-3:30 pm; Technology, the Individual and Society: What Do Advanced Technologies Such as Artificial Intelligence Portend for the Individual and for Society?, on April 12, 1-2:30 pm; Plastics and Human Health, on April 17, 1-2:30 pm; and A Generational Look at Election 2024, April 29, 2:30-3:30 pm. General admission is $15 each. Additionally, OLLI presents two free special presentations during the spring semester: Laughter Yoga and Difficult Conversations, on March 21, 2:30-3:30 pm; and Tidewell: Know Us Before You Need Us, on March 26, 2:30-3:30 pm. Pre-registration is required. To register, or for more information about becoming an OLLI member, visit www.OLLIatRinglingCollege.org or call 941-309-5111.
Put on your bunny ears and get ready for a hopping good time at our annual EGGstravaganza event happening on March 23rd at Waterside Park in Lakewood Ranch! This fun-filled morning event will feature the longest-running egg hunt in Lakewood Ranch, a chance to hang out with the Easter bunny, face painting, food and drink vendors, and much more! Check in for the event will begin at 9:30am-10:15am. Following check in, the egg hunts will start for children of all ages, with specific time slots for different age groups: 10:30am: children under 5 years; 10:30am: children with disabilities; 10:45am: children 6 years and up. At Lakewood Ranch Community Activities (LWRCA), we strive to make every event inclusive! That's why at EGGstravaganza, children with disabilities will have their own special schedule of activities, including an exclusive egg hunt area (10:30am-10:45am), bounce house time (11:45am-12:00pm), as well as Bricks4Kidz building with LEGO® bricks and photo opportunities with the Easter bunny (10:45am-11:45am). Don't miss out on this egg-citing event! Grab your tickets now and join us for a morning of joy and celebration at EGGstravaganza. Residents can participate for $10, while non-residents can join in on the fun for $20. For ticket information and event details, please visit LWRCA.org or contact info@lwrca.org.
The Hermitage Artist Retreat (Sarasota County, Florida) today announced new programs in April and May. Continuing its commitment to innovative year-round arts programming, these events will be presented throughout the Gulf Coast region, from the Hermitage’s beautiful beachfront campus on Manasota Key to the heart of Sarasota’s vibrant downtown arts scene in collaborations with Selby Gardens, Asolo Repertory Theatre, Oak Street Stage, and more. Frequently only an hour in length, Hermitage programs introduce world-renowned artists to Florida’s Gulf Coast community and invite audiences across the country to experience candid and engaging conversations, music performances, play readings, open studios, film screenings, and more.
Wellen Park invites the community to participate in its second annual Half Marathon and 5K, presented by Hotwire Communications. The 13.1-mile course is certified by USA Track & Field. Both races start and finish at Solis Hall in Downtown Wellen, with an awards ceremony to recognize male and female winners in the following categories: overall, masters, grand masters, senior grand masters, veteran grand masters and top three finishers in each age group. Attendees will also enjoy live music from Solis Hall’s outdoor stage, as well as beverages and food from different Downtown Wellen restaurants and The Yard eateries. The half marathon is open to runners 15 and older and the 5K is open to runners and walkers of all ages, with strollers and leashed dogs permitted. The half marathon and the 5K have also been cleared for disabled runners. The course is flat, paved and will be well-marked. Hotwire Communications is the presenting sponsor for the half marathon and 5K run. AMC Contracting Inc. is the gold level sponsor and silver level sponsors include Homes by WestBay, Jessica Costanzo Memorial Scholarship, Mattamy Homes, Stillwell at Wellen Park and West Villages Animal Clinic. College Preparatory at Wellen Park, Homes by Towne, Lennar, Pulte Homes and Streetsense have signed on as the bronze level sponsors for the race.
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 7:30 a.m. Half marathon begins, 7:45 a.m. 5K begins, 9:30 a.m. Awards ceremony, Solis Hall, Downtown Wellen, 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice.
UF/IFAS Extension South Florida Beef-Forage Program is hosting Ranching Foundations on Friday, April 26 from 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. This program is perfect for beginners new to ranching as well as established professionals looking to stay up to date on the latest research. Located at the Range Cattle Research and Education Center in Ona, participants will rotate through cattle management classes covering topics such as calf care, heifer management, cow management, bull management, and the legality of selling meat from the ranch. Admission is $40 per person and includes lunch and educational materials. Register at ranchingfoundations.eventbrite.com.
Anticipation is rising as the inaugural Sarasota Wine Festival gears up to captivate wine enthusiasts and community supporters alike. Launching Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Selby Five Points Park in downtown Sarasota, FL, the event will feature vineyards from around the world, live music, food trucks, tasting seminars and more. Event is rain or shine and will take place from 4-10PM. The event offers Free Admission for access to live music, food trucks and more. For those seeking an immersive wine experience, the festival has two tiers of ticketing, which are currently on sale: General Admission Ticket: Includes tastings from unique vineyards from around the world, a souvenir wine glass, tote bag, a food truck voucher, opportunity to vote for festival favorite, and access to an on-site pop up wine shop. Wine tasting window is from 5-9PM. VIP Ticket: Includes everything above PLUS exclusive access to a private area with tables, private bathrooms, special wines, exclusive access to sommeliers, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and a swag bag. There are a limited number of VIP tickets available. VIP Wine tasting window is from 4-9PM. Ticketed attendees will have the opportunity to explore a diverse array of wines, including an exceptional selection of reds, whites, and sparkling varieties sourced from unique vineyards around the world. There will also be a craft cocktail lounge featuring mixology classes, as well as a beer truck. Live music will kick off at 4:30PM with Suzanne Lucas and the Hot Boyz showcasing their electrifying three-piece jazz/blues ensemble. The festival headliners, Bynge will take the stage from 7-10 rocking through the decades. The Sarasota Wine Festival is proud to partner with the Harvard Club of Sarasota, a 501(c)3 organization. This year, proceeds from the wine festival will go directly toward providing scholarships to local nonprofit leaders, covering executive education tuition and expenses. By enhancing the skills and connections of our talented local leaders, the fundraiser aims to create tremendous opportunities for the Suncoast and our community. "Giving back to our community Is paramount," says festival Co-Founder, Cathy Kwon. "We are excited to be creating a new event that not only celebrates the artistry and connectivity of wine, but will make a meaningful difference in the lives of local leaders and the communities they serve.”
On March 1, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties presented its prestigious 2024 Youth of the Year title to local North Port High School student, Bianca D. during the annual Steak & Burger, Youth of the Year Celebration. Four other outstanding teens were in the running for Youth of the Year. Each exemplified the Boys & Girls Clubs’ mission and are proof of the impact the Clubs make in transforming lives: Ashley V., Venice High School, 12th Grade; Ava M., Pine View School, 11th Grade; Nishalle U., Pine View School, 12th Grade; Sierra M., Riverview High School, 12th Grade. Since 1947, Youth of the Year has been the premier recognition program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America that fosters a new generation of leaders, fully prepared to live and lead in a diverse, global, and integrated world economy. The program celebrates the extraordinary achievements of Club members across the nation. Candidates compete at the local Club, state, and regional levels before attending the national celebration. Youth who compete for these titles embody the values of leadership service, academic excellence, and healthy lifestyles. Bianca is a senior at North Port High School and a member of the Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club. She joined the Boys & Girls Clubs in 2021 through the Students Taking Active Roles (STAR) Leadership Program. Since 2015, the organization has had five State Youth of the Year, two state runner-ups, one state finalist, three Regional Youth of the Year winners, one regional runner-up, and one National Youth of the Year. Bianca's commitment to service extends beyond her participation in the Students Taking Active Roles (STAR) program. She has had active roles on the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, Youth Council, The Club’s Cultural Immersion Program, and Senate Page Program. In addition, she was invited to participate in the 2023 Summit for America’s Youth, BGCA’s premier youth advocacy event where Club members, alongside their adult mentors, have the opportunity to experience the Nation’s capitol, share ideas with members of Congress, and engage in training sessions.Beyond her involvement with Boys & Girls Clubs, Bianca serves as a Youth Leader for the EMCC Youth Choir and participates in the Speech & Debate Club, Student Government, Links Crew, and Key Club at North Port High School. She also serves as a General Assembly member of the National Honor Society. After high school graduation, Bianca plans to study Psychology & Theological Studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University and later hopes to pursue a career as a Marriage & Family Therapist, Entrepreneur, and Preacher. Learn more at bgcsdc.org.
Visit Fresh Harvest, the newly launched weekly farmers market in Downtown Wellen. Fresh Harvest offers a selection of local goods from nearly 40 local vendors. Fresh Harvest takes place every Sunday in Downtown Wellen from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees can peruse different vendor booths and stock up on a variety of goods. Vendors will offer a wide variety of locally grown and produced food, including herbs, spices, cut flowers, teas, canned and preserved fruits and vegetables, syrups, baked goods, pickled foods, fresh seafood, meats, poultry, eggs, milk and prepared food and beverages. A limited selection of craft vendors also participate in the farmers market. For a listing of participating vendors and more information on Fresh Harvest Farmers Market, visit wellenpark.com/events/fresh-harvest-farmers-market. Downtown Wellen, 19745 Wellen Park Blvd., Venice.
Geckos Grill & Pub’s Award-winning Trivia-Think While You Drink! If you love Trivia, join the fun at Geckos all year round. All Trivia starts at 7:30pm. We will have prizes, giveaways and specials plus the Geckos made-to-order fare, signature cocktails and hospitality you love. Monday trivia will be held at the Clark Road location in Palmer Crossing and on Tuesdays at the SR 64 location in Braden River Plaza. The SR 64 location will be taking a break from Trivia in October, but will start back up in April. On Wednesdays, trivia will take place at the Hillview Street location in Southside Village. www.GeckosGrill.com.
Head out to Waterside Place for a rocking evening as part of the Lakewood Ranch Sights and Sounds Program. Enjoy a live concert in partnership with Easterseals and EveryoneRocks, featuring artists who are rocking their spectrum. This event is free and open to the public; there is limited seating at the Plaza, but attendees are welcome to bring their own seats. Food and beverages will be available from numerous Waterside Place merchants. For more information on shows, dates, and times, visit lakewoodranch.com/sights-sounds/. Waterside Place, 1560 Lakefront Dr., Sarasota.
Connect with local business owners at every Thursday at Oscura. Lets Connect is a community of collaborative business professionals from the Manatee and Sarasota County areas. RSVP on Eventbrite to attend, admission is free.
Attention all business professionals, join us for a productive and inspiring coworking event at Panera Bread at the UTC Mall every Friday. Take advantage of this opportunity to network and collaborate with fellow professionals in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Limited spots available, so register now on Eventbrite. Panera Bread, 215 N. Cattlemen Road, Sarasota.
Experience some of the best food and flavors of the region with more than 100, and still growing, curated vendors. The Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch has fast become a favorite weekly tradition for people from all over the region seeking farm-fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, and specialty items and gifts. Aside from all the goodies you can shop at the Farmers Market, find your flow in a free yoga class or have the kiddos get creative during weekly-hosted workshops. 1561 Lakefront Dr., Lakewood Ranch.
Realize Bradenton is happy to announce the return of the Bradenton Market to its weekly schedule. This beloved community gathering will be held Saturdays through May 25, 2024 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm on Old Main Street in Bradenton. Founded in 1979, the Market has expanded to include more than 90 local vendors. In addition to the weekly shopping and music, the Market hosts special event days throughout the season. Halloween at the Market will be held on Saturday, October 28. This family-friendly event includes trick or treating with vendors, face painting with Manatee School for the Arts Academic Team from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, and a dance performance by Slick Motion Studios at 10:00 am. For more information, visit RealizeBradenton.com.
Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens will be on view through August 31, 2024 at the Historic Spanish Point campus. Selby Gardens is excited to present the extraordinary imagery of photographer and conservationist Clyde Butcher throughout the grounds of the Historic Spanish Point campus. Large-scale prints on aluminum of Butcher’s beautiful photographs of plants, animals, and habitats of Florida will be exhibited amid the natural landscape of the 30-acre waterfront preserve, enabling the public to engage with the artist’s work like never before. In the tradition of earlier landscape photographers like Ansel Adams, Butcher captures the beauty and majesty of America’s natural treasures in dramatic black and white. The unique environments of Florida have been subjects of particular interest to Butcher since the 1980s, when he was first introduced to the magic and mystery of sites such as Big Cypress National Preserve and Everglades National Park. Nature Through the Lens will include Butcher’s photographs of regional locales such as Myakka River State Park and Casey Key. This exhibition is presented in partnership with the Clyde Butcher Gallery & Studio in Venice, Florida. For more information, visit selby.org.
Join us for our Coffee With A Scientist series, a free public event held on Tuesdays in Boca Grande and hosted by Mote Marine Laboratory. Hear from Mote scientists on January 16, February 13 and March 26 as they share with you the latest in their groundbreaking research and their plans for the future with a Q and A session to follow. On Visit mote.org/pages/coffee to sign up and for more information.
Enjoy the extraordinary opportunity to experience the work of contemporary artist Shinique Smith in conversation with the collection of European art at The Ringling. Unfolding across six galleries of the Museum of Art, the exhibition creates a series of unique stories that together form an abstract narrative of the parade as a metaphor for life. Well known for her monumental sculptures created from an array of materials, including luxurious textiles, personal clothing, dyed fabrics, ribbon, and wood, and for her abstract paintings of calligraphy and collage, Smiths work in this exhibition speaks to various facets of the European artistic tradition, such as classical drapery and religious iconography, while foregrounding notions of Black femininity and the history of the circus. Learn more at ringling.org.
Trivia is back at Hamlets Eatery in 2024 with a twist. Not Your Typical Trivia with co-hosts Mark Klecka and Scott Malouf of Sarasota Street Talk Podcast starts Wednesday, Jan 10. These two will not only test your knowledge but keep you entertained throughout the night. There will be Weekly prizes for 1st, 2nd and Place and surprises throughout the night. You can also join the cool kids club and win prizes just for coming each week. Doors open at 5:45 for dinner. Trivia starts at 6:30pm and will end at 8pm. Reserve a table for your team by calling 941-445-1938. Hamlets is located in the courtyard of The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime. 821 Apricot Ave. Seating is outdoors under a covered patio. For more info visit www.Hamletseatery.com.
Embracing Our Differences celebrates its 21st anniversary this year. Visit the exhibit at the downtown Bayfront Park in Sarasota. The winning artworks combine a deep understanding of both medium and message. Awards are given for Best-in-Show Adult, Best-in-Show Student, and Peoples Choice categories, with the last chosen by visitors to the exhibit. Adult winners each receive $2,000, and students receive $2,000 to be split with their school’s art or writing program. The statements accompanying each artwork are also vital and provide insight into our common humanity as well as the differences that make us all unique. For more information, visit www.embracingourdifferences.org.
Join us for live jazz at Sarasota Art Museum, hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota, featuring Hot Club of SRQ, and extended hours in the galleries, Bistro, and SHOP. Sip on refreshing cocktails and enjoy small bites in the Bistro. Each second Thursday of the month features a different style of jazz, from straight-ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing-programmed in partnership with Jazz Club of Sarasota. Galleries are open until 7 pm on Jazz Thursdays. Learn more and purchase tickets at sarasotaartmuseum.org.
2024 marks the 53rd anniversary of Sarasota Institute of the Lifetime Learning Global Issues series. This hard-hitting series, which runs January 9-March 29, features 24 internationally renowned experts discussing a vast range of domestic and global issues. The lectures are presented on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Sarasota; Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m. at the Venice Community Center in Venice; and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 5 p.m. at the Cornerstone Church in Lakewood Ranch. Lectures will also be available for purchase on video. https://sillsarasota.org/index.htm.
The 2024 season of Sarasota Institute of the Lifetime Learning Music Monday Series presents performances and lively conversations with renowned and emerging performers, January 8-March 25, on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. at Church of the Palms in Sarasota; and Mondays at 3 p.m. at Venice Presbyterian Church in Venice. https://sillsarasota.org/index.htm.
Join your friends, after-work buddies and the team at Geckos for our new Late Night Happy Hours. Every Friday and Saturday from 10 pm to Midnight, we will offer food, wine, cocktails and beer specials sure to prolong your weekend fun. Join us and ask your friendly barkeep or server about our Late Night Happy Hours. ONLY at Geckos on Hillview Street in Southside Village. GeckosGrill.com.
Siesta Key Rum runs free year-round tours for guests to learn the story of the craft distillery, the awards they have won and the secret to how they make their rums taste so good. During our 30-45 minute tour we will discuss the following topics: history of Siesta Key Rum, an overview of the awards our small company has won, what makes our rums taste so good, the rum-making process from mashing and fermentation to distillation, barrel aging and bottling of our rums. After the tour, we welcome you to sample a freshly made Siesta Key Rum cocktail, stock up on your favorite rums and browse our gift shop. 2212 Industrial Blvd., Sarasota.
Irish dancers and musicians from Edmonds Herbert W. Armstrong College and Armstrong Dance will embark on their fifth U.S. tour beginning May 5, visiting 10 states over seven weeks with their show Celtic Throne, The Royal Journey of Irish Dance. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall will host a one-night performance at 7:30 p.m., June 2. Celtic Throne, The Royal Journey of Irish Dance explores the ancient origins of Irish step dance and celebrates the millennia-long journey of a music-and-dance-loving people as they migrate from the ancient Near East to Ireland, Scotland, England and the United States. Tickets to Celtic Throne, The Royal Journey of Irish Dance begin at $25 and can be purchased at VanWezel.org. For more information, please visit celticthrone.com.
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is excited to welcome Kenny G to Sarasota on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 7pm. Tickets start at $40 and can be purchased at www.VanWezel.org, by calling the box office at 941-263-6799 or by visiting the box office Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact 941-263-6726. Pre-show dining is available through Mattisons at the Van Wezel which is located inside the theatre. Reservations can be made on VanWezel.org or through the box office.
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is excited to welcome The Concert, A Tribute to ABBA to Sarasota on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 8 p.m. The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most iconic hits from ABBA, including Mamma Mia, S.O.S, Money, Money, Money, The Winner Takes All, Waterloo, Gimme, Gimme, Gimme, and Dancing Queen. Tickets are $30-$75 and can be purchased at www.VanWezel.org, by calling the box office at 941-263-6799 or by visiting the box office Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact 941-263-6726. Pre-show dining is available through Mattisons at the Van Wezel which is located inside the theatre. Reservations can be made on VanWezel.org or through the box office.
Prepare for an awe-inspiring journey into the world of birds. The prestigious Bird Photographer of the Year exhibition has landed at The Bishop, showcasing winning and finalist images that capture the beauty, drama, and intricate details of avian life. Travel to remote corners of the globe through stunning photographs: witness eagles soaring, hummingbirds hovering, and penguins waddling. Each image is a testament to the skill and passion of the photographer, offering a unique window into the lives and wonders of these feathered marvels. Beyond a visual feast, the exhibition is a powerful reminder of our interconnected planet and the importance of bird conservation. Prepare to be captivated, and inspired, and leave with a renewed appreciation for the birds that share our world. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit bishopscience.org.
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