SRQ DAILY Feb 23, 2026
Monday Business Edition
"We do a closet review and personal shopping, where I help them build new outfits that are all chosen with intention through the lens of knowing what looks best on them."
Personal wardrobe stylist and color analysis expert Dina Scherer has always known that fashion would be part of her story. With training in advertising and fashion merchandising, and early experience in fashion forecasting, she developed a sharp eye for trends—then chose to build a career focused on finding the perfect style for her clients and started her own business, Modnitsa Styling.
After going back to school for image consulting—a styling method that focuses on analyzing color, style and body shape to help teach clients the best style for them—at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Scherer developed an approach to styling that blends expertise with education and self-discovery. “It's not just about your clothes and what you wear. It's about how it makes you feel, what kind of message it projects, how that helps you in life and what that does for your confidence,” she says.
Through color analysis sessions, Scherer helps clients identify their most flattering palette, providing a clear framework for shopping and building outfits with intention. Her signature “Style RX” sessions dive deeper, exploring fit, proportions and personality. “We work together so that clients get a lot of information about what looks best,” says Scherer. “And then we do a closet review and personal shopping, where I help them build new outfits that are all chosen with intention through the lens of knowing what looks best on them.”
Rather than projecting her own style onto clients, Scherer says she approaches each styling with an objective eye aimed at guiding clients towards their authentic style. “My work is a little bit of a cheerleader, a little bit of a mentor, a little bit like a style coach,” she says. “It's really cathartic for a lot of people to go through this, because they get an opportunity to unlearn their insecurities.”
Dina Scherer, modnitsastyling.com, Instagram: @modnitsa 
Pictured: Dina Scherer, owner of Midnitsa Styling, helps clients build a wardrobe that fits their unique personality. Photo provided by Dina Scherer.
Manatee County Habitat for Humanity is building its next chapter of affordable homeownership with King’s Cross Place, a 27-home community taking shape just east of Oneco in Bradenton. Designed for hardworking families earning between 50 and 80 percent of the area median income, these homes offer a true hand up through affordable mortgages, providing long-term stability, dignity, and opportunity during a continuing housing crisis.King’s Cross Place will feature a mix of three- and four-bedroom homes built with the sustainable, resilient practices Habitat is known for, paired with a more contemporary design. Infrastructure development for this community began in May 2025, and we've committed to starting one new home each month beginning in January 2026. On average, families will pay just $900 to $1,000 per month for a 30-year mortgage (not including taxes and insurance), making stable, affordable homeownership attainable for working families in Manatee County.Every home built represents a stronger future for local families, but this work is only possible through community support. Volunteers help build nearly 70 percent of Habitat homes, and every donated dollar goes directly toward construction. To get involved through volunteering or donations, visit manateehabitat.org/kcp.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, a Tom Fazio–designed course in Lakewood Ranch, has been recertified through 2028 by Audubon International’s Cooperative Sanctuary Program, recognizing the Club’s continued commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible land management. As Earth Month approaches, the recertification highlights the role golf courses can play in protecting local ecosystems through thoughtful, long-term environmental practices. Originally certified in 2008, this exclusive Golf Club is one of fewer than 1,000 golf courses worldwide to hold this distinction, underscoring a long-standing approach to preserving the natural landscape while delivering a premier golf experience. The designation reinforces the Club’s dedication to protecting local waterways, wildlife habitats, and natural resources while enhancing the overall member experience. The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club is exclusive to resort guests and members.
Shumaker welcomes Associate Jill M. Bowen to the firm’s Real Estate, Construction & Development Service Line. As Florida’s estate market continues to show robust activity, particularly in commercial transactions, Jill’s arrival strengthens Shumaker’s ability to support clients amid one of the most dynamic real estate landscapes in the country. At Shumaker, Jill will guide clients through nearly every facet of commercial and residential real estate transactions—from property acquisition, disposition, and leasing to private and traditional financing, lender representation, and development.
Wellen Park is showcasing 23 fully furnished model homes during the Suncoast Builders Association’s Parade of Homes March 7 to 29 in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Parade of Homes models in Wellen Park highlight the latest in home design, construction and lifestyle living with entries competing for best-in-parade awards for model design, community and development. The homes reflect the community’s diverse neighborhoods and price points, from terrace condominiums, coach homes and villas to single-family and custom homes. Wellen Park is also hosting the Parade of Homes’ 2026 Sarasota Realtor Preview breakfast at Solis Hall Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. This Realtor-only event connects agents with the area’s leading builders, communities and developments while providing early access to parade models. For more information about Wellen Park, call 941-960-7805, go to www.wellenpark.com or visit the Welcome Center, open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 12275 Mercado Drive in Venice.
Jefferson Fit, a downtown Sarasota fitness and recovery destination, will officially celebrate its Grand Opening on Tuesday, March 3, from 6–8 p.m., with a free community Meet & Greet in partnership with I Love Downtown Sarasota (ILDS). The event will take place at Jefferson Fit’s brand-new downtown facility located at 1800 Second Street (at Links Ave.) A formal ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place promptly at 6 p.m., led by a City of Sarasota official. The celebration marks the return of ILDS Meet & Greets, and everyone is invited to tour the new fitness and wellness space, connect with neighbors and experience the facility firsthand. The Grand Opening event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to RSVP in advance at JeffersonFit.com/grand-opening.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is excited to celebrate five years of service by Southwest Airlines, which began operating at the airport on February 14, 2021. During the month of February, the airport will recognize this milestone with a celebration for employees and passengers. This month, Southwest will also surpass an impressive five million passengers carried to and from SRQ, a testament to the community embracing Southwest’s value proposition.
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has been named a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corp., becoming the only robotic surgery program in Sarasota County to earn the designation. The accreditation comes as the hospital marks a significant milestone. In December 2026, the program surpassed 2,000 minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgeries, underscoring its sustained investment in advanced technology and high-quality care for the community. The hospital operates three robotic units, enabling surgeons to perform a wide range of procedures including hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, total joint replacements and hysterectomies. Centers of Excellence meet nationally and internationally established benchmarks for patient safety, clinical quality and continuous performance improvement. Not all hospitals pursue accreditation, and not all that apply achieve the distinction.
Art immersion class for children ages 6-18. Small classes with fine arts materials. Visit linarinconart.com for more information and to register.
Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Creative Academy, 927 N Lime Ave., Sarasota, FL 34237
The summer 2026 exhibition at Selby Gardens will celebrate the creative collaboration between two legendary figures and longtime friends, photographer Lynn Goldsmith and singer-songwriter Patti Smith, who is Selby Gardens’ artist in residence. The exhibition will feature Goldsmith’s photographs of Smith, past and present, in the Museum of Botany & the Arts. The images will offer an intimate portrait of an iconic artist over the course of her remarkable career.
Selby Gardens, 1534 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Juana Romani (1867–1924) was one of the most fascinating and successful painters in late-nineteenth-century Paris. Born in Italy, Juana—whose given name was Giovanna Carlesimo—moved to Paris with her mother and stepfather at the age of ten. She took up painting, studying under the well-known painters Jean-Jacques Henner (1829–1905) and Ferdinand Roybet (1840–1920). Romani quickly earned both critical praise and significant fame for her deftly painted, richly colorful depictions of strong, sensual women adorned in lavish textiles.
Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
Mayer explores the impact of technology on the human body through this interactive sculpture series. Slumpies invites viewers to sit and slump on these sculptures, much like furniture, and find a place of comfort while using their technological devices.
Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236
This long-term installation in Gallery 10 of the Museum of Art showcases five outstanding examples of 17th-century Dutch painting on loan from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Featuring a dramatic seascape, an expansive landscape, and captivating portraits set in detailed interiors, this exhibition offers a window into the vibrant artistic production of the Netherlands as the small nation rose to global prominence in the 17th century. The five exceptional paintings from the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, complement The Ringling's holdings of Dutch art and provide additional perspective on the artistry, historical significance, and continuing appeal of Dutch painting from this period.
Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota
Join us for a weekly guided tour of the night sky in our state-of-the-art planetarium. As Earth moves around the sun, different objects come into view. We'll not only discuss what you can see this season, we'll fly you there!
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St W, Bradenton
Award-winning Hermitage Fellows offer a unique glimpse into their creative process, sharing original works in process with our Gulf Coast audiences. These free hour-long programs take the shape of musical performances, playreadings, concerts, visual art demonstrations, panel discussions, master classes, exhibitions, open studios,and more. The presentations are often works in process, giving Hermitage audiences a look into the creative process before these works go on to leading theaters, concert halls, and museums around the world.
Hermitage Artist Retreat, 6660 Manasota Key Rd, Englewood, FL 34223
Showcasing 100 rare posters along with sculptures, cocktail shakers, and furniture pieces, this exciting exhibition celebrates the centennial anniversary of Art Deco and the artistic significance it brought to the early 20th-century.
Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236
Selina Román blends photography, abstraction, and self-portraiture to explore themes of beauty and the politics of size. Roman’s photographs transform the gallery into a space of quiet resistance, subverting traditional ideas of feminine beauty.
Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236
If you are oyster curious or just craving the fresh coastal seafood & hand-crafted cocktails from your new Rosemary District favorite, join us at Lefty's for our daily Happy Hours Monday - Friday from 4 pm - 6 pm and our Late Night Happy Hours every night from 9:00-Close. With seafood offerings from the Steamer and Buck-A-Shucks on oysters plus our extensive wine, specialty and seasonal cocktails and draft beers, Lefty's has your recipe to get happier and explore our menus. Join us every day for Lunch, Happy Hours or Dinner and for our downtown neighbors and Hospitality industry colleagues, we'll have live music and keep the light on for you on the weekends!
Lefty's Oyster and Seafood Bar, 428 N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Rooted in Latino folklore and mythology, Wolf at the Door is a haunting fairy tale about power, survival, and resistance. Isadora finds the courage to defy her abusive husband, Septimo, when he imprisons the very pregnant Yolot against her will. Through poetic storytelling and rich symbolism, the play dives into the darkness that can reside in domestic spaces, and the fierce strength needed to escape it.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory, 5555 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota
Tradition Reimagined brings together a diverse group of Illustration Department faculty whose practices are rooted in traditional painting techniques while actively challenging and expanding their boundaries. This group exhibition celebrates the enduring power of representational art while highlighting each artist’s unique approach to storytelling, process and visual interpretation.
Galleries of Ringling College of Art and Design, 2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234
When President Kennedy vowed to put a man on the moon, the task landed in the hands of a band of maverick engineers – once the misfits of American science. With no rulebook, they embraced “blue-skying,” drawing inspiration from Buck Rogers, Greek myths, Louis Leakey, and even Snoopy and the Red Baron.
Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
A Hollywood film star and her entourage descend upon a quaint English village to film an epic period drama. But when the glamorous opening reception ends in a chilling murder, everyone becomes a suspect. Leaving Agatha Christie's beloved sleuth, Miss Marple, to untangle a web of ambition, deceit, and stage fright. One of the Queen of Mystery's most celebrated novels finally makes it to the stage in this new adaptation by Rachel Wagstaff.
Asolo Repertory Theatre , 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
An exhibition showcasing the recent work of Sarasota-based artist and Ringling College alumnus Tom Stephens (Class of 1996). Known for his expressive use of color, gestural brushwork, and emotionally charged compositions, Stephens’ paintings explore the tension between abstraction and representation. His dynamic surfaces reveal a deep engagement with process and intuition, resulting in works that resonate with both personal introspection and universal human experience.
Galleries of Ringling College of Art and Design, 2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234
This exhibition highlights contemporary Native design, craftwork, and art that employ the formal and aesthetic elements of abstraction as meaningful motifs and coded tools of Indigenous expression to communicate tribal cultures and histories, ancestral knowledge, and the lived experiences of the artists and their communities. Explored in a variety of media, including basket weaving, beadwork, collage, clay, textiles, photography, metalwork, and printmaking rooted in ancestral technologies, their work shares similar stylistic and social concerns, such as vibrant color, hard-edged geometries, curvilinear patterns, and bold mark-making, all infused with personal stories and those of their kin.
Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
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