Foundry Collective SRQ, opened by owner Holly Kuri in November, is introducing new athleisure brands and a small-business vibe to Downtown Sarasota, featuring a carefully curated collection and inclusive sizing options. It also features a wellness lounge, designed to provide recovery and a reset after a workout or a long day, as well as pop-up and on-location Pilates classes.

“I like to think of it as a haven, a safe space for people focused on community, elevated essentials and meaningful experiences,” says Kuri. “Even if you come in for five minutes to grab something quickly, or you're coming in for a 50-minute class, I just want it to be the best part of your day, no matter what.”

In the store space, Kuri has focused on bringing in women-owned brands, such as Ava Active, as well as popular Los Angeles and New York City brands like Spiritual Gangster. “I wanted to offer some brands that the rest of Sarasota hasn't heard of. Everything is curated with intention,” she says. “I brought different brands that are great quality, or maybe they're made in America, things that you can't find elsewhere, and I wanted to bring that elevated feeling to the space.”

Kuri previously spent her career in operations and planning client events for a clinical psychology office in Southern California before moving to Sarasota two years ago, but has also spent her free time working as a Pilates instructor. When she relocated to Sarasota, Kuri immediately felt at home with the active lifestyle and knew that she wanted to contribute to that community. “I've always been drawn toward creating meaningful client experiences, so I wanted to merge the structure of being Director of Operations and special projects, with the creativity of being a Pilates instructor,” says Kuri.

The store merges athleisure with this focus on Pilates, featuring a full wall of grip sock options and, since opening, free mat Pilates classes hosted on-location throughout November and December. This aspect, Kuri says, has helped bring the community together and kicked off the store’s opening months with a warm and welcoming feel. As she continues to find her place in the Sarasota business community, Kuri says she hopes to focus on increased wellness and Pilates programming as well as pop-up classes throughout the area.

“More than anything, I just really want it to be a place where people come together and feel good,” says Kuri. “When people walk by when we're doing our evening classes, they’re genuinely interested. And I always want people to feel safe and included when they come for a class or for shopping. That's what I'm trying to create.”

1266 N. Palm Ave, Sarasota, 949-415-9733. 

Pictured: Foundry Collective SRQ is focused on building an inclusive wellness and activewear community in Downtown Sarasota. Photo provided by Holly Kuri.

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While the holidays are festive, fun, and full of activities, there is something that comes along with them…stress! Stress is something we all deal with, but the holidays can add to it with visiting relatives, seeing friends, and holiday shopping.  Don’t let stress get to you! Turn to natural approaches to help control stress, from exercise and deep breathing to taking herbs for a gentle approach to calm your nerves. Available at Chamberlin’s Natural Foods, adaptogens, such as ashwagandha, rhodiola, and reishi mushroom, are herbs that increase the body’s resistance to stress by having a normalizing effect on the body, allowing you to handle stress more efficiently. This holiday season, don’t let stress get the best of you! Reach for adaptogens to help you keep your calm. Interested in learning more? Read more below, and stop by Chamberlin’s in Center Point Plaza and visit with our knowledgeable staff to find the right herbal adaptogen for your needs. 

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Michael Saunders & Company proudly announces the addition of Carol Fasick, an accomplished luxury real estate specialist, to its fast-growing St. Petersburg team. Fasick is the Team Lead/Brokerage Associate of The Dynasty Group, which includes team member Sarah Schnieders, who has also joined Michael Saunders & Company.  For more information about Michael Saunders & Company, please call 1-888-552-5228 or visit michaelsaunders.com.
 

On November 20, Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) began service from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL) in Ohio. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new route as low as $47. The new flights will operate up to twice weekly. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found only at Allegiant.com. 

Teen Court of Sarasota, Inc. celebrated a landmark achievement on Friday, November 7, 2025, as more than 260 guests filled Art Ovation Hotel for the organization’s first-ever Justice & Jammies gala. The event exceeded all expectations, raising over $300,000 to support Teen Court’s restorative justice, prevention, and youth development programs. Learn more at www.sarasotateencourt.org 

The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of its annual Buy Beaches First Holiday Gift Guide, a community driven initiative designed to inspire residents and visitors to buy beaches first, support small businesses, and keep holiday spending within the Tampa Bay Beaches. The digital gift guide features thoughtfully curated products, experiences, gift cards, dining options, retail items, staycations, event spaces, and more — all offered by Chamber members. With categories like For Her, For Him, Relax & Recharge, Family Fun, Finds Under $100, Home Goods, and Local Venues for holiday parties, and local holiday events to attend. The guide makes it easier than ever to find unique, meaningful gifts while supporting the businesses that make our beach communities vibrant. The Gift Guide is part of the Chamber’s larger Buy Beaches First initiative, created to encourage residents and visitors to support local businesses year-round. Every dollar spent locally strengthens the economic vitality of the region and helps preserve the character of the Tampa Bay Beaches. 

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Visit Sarasota County has recognized Mary Bensel, Executive Director of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, with the first Legacy Star Award at the annual Haley Hall of Fame Awards, celebrating excellence in hospitality and tourism leadership. Presented annually by Visit Sarasota County, the Haley Hall of Fame Awards honor individuals and organizations that demonstrate outstanding contributions to hospitality, tourism, and community excellence. The Legacy Star Award recognizes an individual whose longstanding contributions have profoundly shaped Sarasota’s tourism landscape and elevated the region’s cultural impact. Bensel, who is in her eighteenth season leading the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, has done exactly that — transforming the Hall into one of Sarasota County’s most vital cultural and economic drivers. Since joining the Van Wezel in 2007, Bensel has transformed the theatre into one of Sarasota’s most celebrated cultural landmarks. Under her leadership, the Hall shifted from a projected City of Sarasota subsidy of $1.8 million to generating a surplus and income to sustain programming. 

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Nurses, colleagues and volunteers who serve at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital and HCA Florida Venice Doctors Emergency collected non-perishable food items throughout the month of November. Close to 300 pounds of cans, boxes and bags of shelf-stable food items were donated. At Venice Doctors Emergency, the community was also invited to drop off their donations and almost 100 pounds were collected there. All the food was donated to All Faiths Food Bank, which serves those in need in Sarasota and DeSoto counties. 

Nine area residents have been named “Sustainability Champion” for their commitment to advancing or promoting strategies that help build resilient communities and address current environmental challenges.The honors were announced Nov. 6 by Sarasota County UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability during the organization’s annual Sustainable Communities Workshop. This year celebrated the 20th anniversary of the popular event that provides the latest expert information about creating thriving, livable, and lasting communities. 

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