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| Historical Society of Sarasota County Monthly Meeting Tue. Feb. 9 7:00 PM |
Open to the Public, featuring internationally known, husband and wife writing duo, Kathleen O'Neal and W. Michael Gear, introducing their newest book, Coming Of The Storm, which deals with the landing of Hernando de Soto in 1539, practically in our own back yard. Book signing, refreshments. Free event!
Location: Crocker Church, 1260 12th St. Pioneer Park Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.366.1323 |
| Classes On The Back Porch Wed. Feb. 10 1:00 PM |
Braided Rug Class (Feb 10,17,24, Mar. 3), with teacher Kay Hyslop. Bring your materials to make an 8 Strand Braided Rug. Sponsored by Historical Society of Sarasota County. $50.00 for members, $60.00 for non-members.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| Valtine Lovebirds Food and Wine Tasting Wed. Feb. 10 6:00 PM |
Come join Save Our Seabirds for great food and wine provided by Whole Foods Market. The cost of the event is $35 and proceeds will benefit the rescue and rehabilitation of wild birds in the Sarasota area.
Location: 1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy Information: www.saveourseabirds.com or 941.388.3010 |
| Fabulous Arts Boutique Feb. 11 6:00 - 8:30 PM Feb. 12 & 13 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Feb. 14 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Exhibit and sale of wearable art, beaded jewelry, hand wovens, basketry, hand turned wood, needle weaving, decorative crafts and more. Opening Reception: Thursday February 11. Exhibit and sale: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday.
Location: Art Center Sarasota - 707 N. Tamiami Trail Information: www.fabsarasota.com or 941.923.8554 |
| Israel Ballet Thu. Feb. 11 8:00 PM |
The Israel Ballet is the only company in Israel performing the great classical and neo-classical ballets of the international repertoire. Founded in 1967, the company has a rich and varied repertoire including several neo-classical works by renowned choreographer George Balanchine as well as those by Christian Spuck, Krzysztof Pastor, Rudi van Danzig, Jan Lincolns, Lar Lubovitz and the company's founder and artistic director Berta Yampolsky. A dance critic from the New York Daily News called the company 'brilliant,' adding "their performance of the frequently seen Balanchine Serenade was one of the finest I have ever seen." Tickets: $60,$50,$40,$30,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Redirecting Children's Behavior, with Katherine Kvols Thu. Feb. 11 9 :00 AM |
Do you children fight? Refuse to listen? Talk back? Do you have power struggles in your home? If you answered yes to any of these questions this seminar is for you! Kathryn Kvols wrote the book on Redirecting Children's Behavior. Sponsored by New Gate School, she is coming to Sarasota!!
Location: Girl Scouts of SW FLorida Information: 941.922.5437 |
| Leaf Embossing On Card Stock Fri. Feb. 12 1:30 PM |
Make your own gorgeous cards, using leaves found in your garden. Instructor, Beverly Blair, a member of the International Nature Printing Society, will teach us the process. Sponsored by Historical Society of Sarasota County.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| Love is in the Aire Sat. Feb. 13 6:00 PM |
Eighth Annual Benefit Concert and Fundraiser, "Love is in the Aire" , in honor of the love of animals and people near Valentines Day. Includes dinner, silent auction, raffle,dancing, and a concert featuring international opera singers Carol Sparrow and her husband Randolph Locke. Sponsored by OASIS: Opera for Animals, Singing is Saving.
Location: Palm Aire Country Club Information: www.operaforanimals.org or 941.351.1007 |
| Detroit Orchestra Sat. Feb. 13 8:00 PM |
Leonard Slatkin, Conductor and Music Director
Sol Gabetta, Cello Leonard has an international reputation as one of the extraordinary conductors of our time. He combines incredible musicianship with enormous passion for his role as visionary orchestra leader. Tickets: $90,$80,$75,$65,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Musical Romance Sun. Feb. 14 5:00 PM |
This concert feathures teachers and students playing popular and classical love songs. Free will donations for the Allegro Music Academy Student Scholarship fund. FREE admission.
Location: 241 Whitfield Ave Information: 941.358.8511 |
| Classes On The Back Porch Tue. Feb. 16 10:00 AM |
Water Color for Cowards! Tues. Feb 16,23,Mar 2, Mar. 9 Beginners are welcome to join instructor, Carolyn Daniele, certified Terry madden Teacher in this fun, non-threatening class. List of supplies may be purchased at Blue Line Ofc. Supplies.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| USF Sarasota-Manatee Lunch & Learn Prospective Student Information Session Fri. Feb. 19 12:00 PM |
Join us for a delicious and informative lunchtime event! Find out about our academic programs, the application process, and financial aid. Meet with an advisor about your academic program of interest and find out how you can achieve your educational goals with USF Sarasota-Manatee. Take a tour of our state of the art facility and enjoy lunch on us!
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee, 8350 N Tamiami Trail, Selby Auditorium Information: www.sarasota.usf.edu/students/prospective/RSVP.html or 941.359.4334 |
| Animal Rescue Coalition's Annual Best In Show Gala Sat. Feb. 20 6:30 PM |
An evening of music, food, drinks, dancing and more! This is ARC's biggest event of the year, and the need for our spay and neuter services has never been greater. The future of ARC is bright but we have much work to do. See our website for more details. Location: Michael's on East Ballroom, 1212 Southeast Ave. Information: www.animalrescuecoalition.org/events.htm or 941.957.1955 |
| The Value and Evolution of a Story Sat. Feb. 20 8:30 AM |
This year, USFSM, the joint Children's Literature Symposium and the Florida Association of Teacher Educators brings together presentations from educators, scholars, critics, librarians and graduate students that address shifts and developments in traditional genres of literature, explore new and emerging genres in children's and adolescent literature, and the blurring lines between children's and adult literature. Through this symposium, we seek to enrich understandings of the history of stories as well as evolutions in and of literature. Early-registration: General Public: $30.00; Faculty, instructors, alumni and teachers: $20.00; students of USFSM, SCF and New College: $10.00. Registration includes coffee/bagels and a lunch.
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee, 8350 N Tamiami Trail, Selby Auditorium Information: www.sarasota.usf.edu/ or 941.359.4217 |
| Benny Andersson & Bj'rn Ulvaeus Mamma Mia! Tue. Feb. 23 8:00 PM |
Part Of Subscription Series 2. Tickets: $90,$75,$65,$55,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Free Orientation for Interested Foster/Adoptive Parents Wed. Feb. 24 6:00 PM |
Interested Foster/Adoptive Parents are invited to a free orientation hosted by the Safe Children Coalition. For information contact: Theresa Voltolina at 866-661-5656 or e-mail tvoltolina@sarasota-ymca.org
Location: Children First Information: www.safechildrencoalition.org or 866.661.5656 |
| GuitarSarasota Sat. Feb. 27 7:30 PM |
Pablo Gonsales Jazey and Thomas Koch combine for a stellar evening of classical guitar. If you love guitar, this is your evening. Tickets are $20 each, $15 for GuitarSarasota members, and $5 student rush tickets. Location: St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 2256 Bahia Vista St. Information: www.guitarsarasota.org or 941.360.7399 |
| Duquesne University Tamburitzans Sun. Feb. 28 3:00 PM |
Don't miss the longest running live state show in America as the Duquesne University Tamburitzans present their exciting show of Eastern European song, music, and dance at the Glenridge Performing Arts Center. See the stage becomes a kaleidoscope of sight and sound! Footwork is articulated in hundreds of styles and songs are performed in many languages and dialects! The Eastern European hand-made costumes are historically accurate, vibrant and beautiful. The show is suitable for all ages. For tickets and more information call 1-877-826-6437 Location: Glenridge Performing Arts Center Information: www.duq.edu/Tamburitzans or 877.846.2787 |
| Autism Night at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre Sun. Feb. 28 7:30 PM |
Night of comedy, featuring Ron Shock, to raise funds and hope for local children with Autism. See website for ticket pick up locations. Must be 18 or older to attend.
Location: Mc Curdy's Comedy Theatre Information: www.Face-Autism.org |
| Free Orientation for Interested Foster/Adoptive Parents Mon. Mar. 1 6:00 PM |
Safe Children Coalition will host a free orientation for interested foster/adoptive parents. For information contact Theresa Voltolina by e-mail at tvoltolina@sarasota-ymca.org
Location: Safe Children Coalition, 5729 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton Information: www.safechildrencoalition.org or 866.661.5656 |
| Itzhak Perlman Mon. Mar. 1 8:00 PM |
Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman is beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent. He is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry, but also to his irrepressible joy of making music. Tickets: $85,$75,$60,$55,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra Tue. Mar. 2 8:00 PM |
Hobart Earle - Music Director and Principal Conductor. The brilliant Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Hobart Earle, returns to North America for the first time in over 10 years. The Chicago Tribune proclaimed "the orchestra showed that it could join the top rank of American orchestras without breaking step." For their upcoming U.S. tour, the orchestra will proudly present to U.S. audiences some of their Viennese fare, in a concert format that has become extremely popular - a (Viennese) classical symphony, followed by a selection of waltzes, marches and polkas by Johann Strauss after intermission. 'Earle and his orchestra have almost perfected the idiom of the Viennese waltz'. Die Presse, Vienna Tickets: $80,$65,$60,$55,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Environmental Economics Policy Forum Series Thu. Mar. 4 3:30 PM |
USF Sarasota-Manatee will once again host the Environmental Economics Policy Forum Series. The series is free. Dr. Tyler Volk, Associate Professor of Biology at New York University will speak on CO2 Rising: The World's Greatest Environmental Challenge. The presentation will track a CO2 atom through time from barley, to beer, to blood and back to the atmosphere. Emphasis will be on reviewing methods of energy production nations can adopt to provide future civilizations with adequate energy systems and processes to meet demands.
Location: Holiday Inn Sarasota - Bradenton Airport Hotel, 8009 15th Street East Information: www.sarasota.usf.edu/green/rsvp.php or 941.359.4602 |
| USF Sarasota-Manatee Dine & Discover Prospective Student Information Session Thu. Mar. 4 5:30 PM |
Join us for a delicious and informative evening event! Find out about our academic programs, the application process, and financial aid. Meet with an adviser about your academic program of interest and find out how you can achieve your educational goals with USF Sarasota-Manatee. Take a tour of our state of the art facility and enjoy supper on us!
Location: USF Sarasota-Manatee, 8350 N Tamiami Trail, Selby Auditorium Information: www.sarasota.usf.edu/students/prospective/RSVP.html or 941.359.4334 |
| Sarasota Folk Festival Mar. 6 & 7 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
This will be the seventh folk festival sponsored by the Sarasota Folk Club. There will be local and statewide musicians, lots to eat, many fine vendors selling excellent products, family music & fun for kids!
Location: Oscar Scherer State Park, Osprey Information: www.SarasotaFolkFestival.org |
| Make A Berry Basket In A Day Sat. Mar. 6 9:00 AM |
Instructor, weaver Nancy Weeks promises that you will take home your very own Berry Basket after her one day class. Bring your lunch, most supplies are included. See our website for more info.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| Joffrey Ballet Mon. Mar. 8 8:00 PM |
Founded in 1956 by Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino as a uniquely American company of dancers for whom they choreographed original and socially relevant ballets, today the venerable Joffrey Ballet is one of the leading national and international ballet companies. The Joffrey Ballet was the first American company to tour the former Soviet Union and the first dance company to perform at the White House. Tickets: $65,$55,$50,$45,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Water Color Journaling Wed. Mar. 10 9:30 AM |
Join instructor, artist,author Lucinda Hathaway in creating your own, one-of-a-kind, illustrated personal journal. Beginner artists welcome. More info available on our website. Sponsored by the
Historical Society of Sarasota County. Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| Internet Security Class Thu. Mar. 11 10:00 AM |
This 2 hour class explains the scope of the threats that currently exist on the Internet. It explains the layered approach to Internet security, the tools and techniques currently available and information on best security practices, how to keep data remains safe, and where to find help should problems occur.
Location: Sarasota Extension Office Information: 100311internetsecuritysarasota.eventbrite.com/ or 813.744.5519 x107 |
| Nature Printing On a Tee Fri. Mar. 12 1:30 PM |
Using leaves and nature findings you will create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind tee shirt, in one afternoon. More info on our website. Sponsored by the Historical Society of Sarasota County.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| ShamRock Festival Mar. 13 Noon - 7:00 PM |
Free fun filled family day out featuring traditional Irish entertainment, food & beverages, children's games & fun - moon walks, wall climbing, trampoline, face painting, pony rides & much more!
Benefiting Agape Flights serving Haiti.
Location: Hillview Street Information: shamrockfestivalsrq.com or 941.706.7605 |
| Cirque Le Masque Mar. 14 1:00 & 6:30 PM |
In their newest production Carnivale, Cirque Le Masque brings an exciting new dimension to circus arts. Drenched in colorful light and oblivious to the forces of gravity, Cirque Le Masque is a European-style circus complete with lavish costumes and props, music and special effects. Carnivale follows the journey of a young artist with big city dreams. Through various trapeze and high-flying acts, aerial twirling and feats of strength, the story evolves. Cirque Le Masque is a perfect blend of live theatrical entertainment and cutting edge special effects to thrill audiences of all ages. Tickets: $50,$45,$40,$35,$10 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Family Tree To Best Seller Fri. Mar. 19 10:00 AM |
In two classes (Mar. 19 & 26), Venice resident, and author of 5 historical novels, Clarissa Thomasson will lead us through the exciting process of turning your family memoirs into a publishable short story or novel. Sponsored by the Historical Society of Sarasota County.
Location: Bidwell House, 1260 12th St. Information: www.hsosc.com or 941.364.9076 |
| Beach Bash 2010 Sat. Mar. 20 6:30 PM |
Bradenton Auditorium will be transformed into a giant beach bash. Everyone will be invited to dress comfortably in casual clothing. Food will be available at points throughout the auditorium as well as cash bars. Silent and live auction items. Location: Bradenton Auditorium Information: www.manateeglens.org or 941.926.6025 |
| Guitar and Banjo Con Sun. Mar. 21 3:00 PM |
Featuring Jeff Magnus and Jack Gessley. Free Admission, Free will donations to benefit the Allegro Music Academy Scholarship Fund. Sponsored by Allegro Music Academy.
Location: 241 Whitfield Ave. Information: 941.358.8511 |
| Guitar and Banjo Concert Sun. Mar. 21 3:00 PM |
Guitar and Banjo concert featuring Jeff Magnus and Jack Gessley. Free admission.
Location: 241 Whitfield Ave. Information: 941.358.8511 |
| WoodWorks Marimba Ensemble Sun. Mar. 21 5:00 PM |
FREE Concert. A group of classically trained musicians with a goal of promoting interest in the marimba and other percussion instruments. They encourage audience participation and strive to provide an enjoyable and educational journey through history and to visit different cultures through the music of percussion instruments. Location: Pine Shores Presbyterian Church, 6135 Beechwood Ave. Information: pineshorespres.org/concert_series.html or 941.922.1579 |
| Fuzion Dance Artists Dream Series Mar. 27 8:00 PM Mar. 28 2:00 PM |
Featuring choreography by guest artists Millicent Johnnie, Elizabeth Higgins, Pamela Pietro as wess as Directors Leymis Bolanos Wilmott and Rachael Inman. This magical concert has several collaborators to bring the "dreams alive" with music by Sarasota Music Academy. Tickets $15 - $25. Location: Historic Asolo Theater at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Information: www.fuziondance.com or 941.360.7399 |
| Free Orientation for Interested Foster/Adoptive Parents Tue. Mar. 30 6:00 PM |
Safe Children Coalition will host a free orientation for interested foster/adoptive parents. For information contact Theresa Voltolina by e-mail at tvoltolina@sarasota-ymca.org
Location: Safe Children Coalition, 1500 Independence Blvd., Ste. 210 Information: www.safechildrencoalition.org or 866.661.5656 |
| Lang Lang, Piano With Christoph Eschenbach Conductor-together With The Schleswig-holstein Festival O Tue. Mar. 30 8:00 PM |
Tickets: $110,$95,$80,$70,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Dance Art Food Festival Apr. 10 2:00 - 10:00 PM |
This event features both individual & group dance performance competitions spotlighting the premier talent of Florida's West Coast. In addition there will be extraordinary works of local artists including glass art, & body painting. Enjoy many of the authentic ethnic cuisines.
Location: Outside and inside The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: www.nvproduction.net or 941.366.3757 |
| Environmental Economics Policy Forum Series Wed. Apr. 14 3:30 PM |
USF Sarasota-Manatee will once again host the Environmental Economics Policy Forum Series. The program is free and the third lecture in the series will be presented by Dr. Donald Leal, Senior Fellow and Research Director, PERC and Advisory Board member, Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council who will speak on Fencing the Fishery: Evolving Rights in Marine Fisheries. Dr. Leal will review the state of worldwide, regional and local fisheries and their importance as food sources to the world's population. Emphasis will be placed on how "sustainability" is determined in fisheries and the processes that can be used to maintain the fisheries for future generations.
Location: Mote Marine Laboratory Information: www.sarasota.usf.edu/green/rsvp.php or 941.359.4602 |
| Xanadu Tue. Apr. 20 8:00 PM |
Put a bunch of smash hit songs, Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane and the cutest couple in town into a Broadway musical comedy blender, and what do you get? "Heaven on Wheels" says The New York Times. Taking audiences back to 1980 California, this hilarious new musical follows the beautiful Kira, who travels to earth to inspire a struggling young artist named Sonny, as she helps this aspiring painter to find his voice, discover true love and build the world's first roller disco (not necessarily in that order). Tickets: $70,$60,$55,$45,$30 Location: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Information: VanWezel.org or 941.953.3368 |
| Ready, Set, Grow! Infant to Kindergarten Family Fair Aug. 7 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
FREE Informational Fair for young children and families presented in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition, the Healthy Start Coalition and the Sarasota Partnership for Children's Mental Health.
Location: Westfield Sarasota Square Mall Information: www.uwsrq.com or 941.366.2686 |
| Repticon Sarasota Nov. 20 - 21 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Repticon Sarasota is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise. Participate in free raffles held for enthusiasts, animal seminars, and kid s activities. Admission: Adults - $8, Children (5-12) - $5, 4 & under Free
Location: Sahib Shrine, 600 N. Beneva Rd. Information: www.repticon.com/manatee.html |
| Recurring Events | |
Handz-on Family Program |
Children ages 6 - 12 are invited to bring their favorite adult to the Ringling Museum for Handz-On! Guided by creative Museum educators, families will explore the galleries, enjoy family-friendly activities, and make fabulous works of art. Location: John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Information: To reserve your space, call Janine Packard, Education Specialist at 941-359-5700 ex 1-3703, or email jpackard@ringling.org www.ringling.org |
| Palm Singles Every Monday 6:00 PM |
Over 50's singles group meets for dinner at 6 pm followed by a program. We also offer a full monthly calendar of events. This is a great time to come out and make new friends. Location: Church of the Palms 3224 Bee Ridge Road Information: For dinner reservation call 924.7430.Dotty |
Free Yoga On Siesta Beach |
Bring your own mat and water to the Siesta Beach Main Entrance. Taught by Avananda (with 36 years of teaching experience in Hawaii and around the world, certified E-RYT-500) 941-320-6693 or email yogaonsiesatabeach@yahoo.com hathayogalesson.com |
| Jazzercise Every Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 9:15 AM |
Jazzercise is a Dance Fitness program using the most up to date top hit music, with choreographed routines for aerobic, strength training and stretching. One hour packed full of fun and motivation. Location: Faith Lutheran Church InformationPhone: 941.966.4471 |
| Sarasota African Violet Society Every 3rd Tuesday except June, July, August 10:00 AM - Noon |
Learn and share America's favorite and most recognized house plant,including monthly workshops. Location: First Baptist Church 265 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey Information: 941.343.0976 |
| MOMS Club of Sarasota North Every 1st Wednesday 10:00 AM |
We discuss club business and activities planned for the month while
children play or make a craft. You and your children are WELCOME to join us. Location: St. James United Methodist, 2049 N. Honore Ave. Information: 941.306.3649 or momsclubofsarasotanorth.com |
| Mommy and Me at Mote Every Thursday 9:50 AM |
Ocean education for small fry! Kids ages 2-5 and their favorite adults learn together through marine-themed games, songs, stories, crafts, role plays, and guided visits to the Mote exhibits. Pre-registration is required. Meet at the Aquarium Entrance at 9:50 AM. Location: Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway Information: www.mote.org/mommyandme |
| Preschool
Storytime Every Thursday 10:00 & 11:15 AM |
For ages 3 and
up. Read-aloud stories, music, films, finger games, and community
guests. Location: Selby Public Library, 1331 First St. Information: 941.316.1181 |
| Not-Two-Young
Storytime Every Thursday 10:00 & 11:15 |
For 2-year-olds
and an accompanying adult. Read-aloud stories, music, films, finger
games, and community guests. Location: Selby Public Library, 1331 First St. Information: 941.316.1181 |
| Positively Speaking Toastmasters Every Friday 6:00 PM |
Do something different on Friday nights by challenging your mind and having loads of fun with a great group of people. Guests are always welcome. Location: Episcopal Church of the Nativity, 5900 N. Lockwood Ridge Road Information: 941.685.1614 or posspeaking.freetoasthost.org |
Art Walks on Palm Avenue |
Palm Avenue hosts a monthly Art Walk on the First Friday of each month. Browse the fine art galleries, jewelers, and restaurants of Palm Avenue while enjoying dancing, live music, and refreshments. A mainstay in Sarasota for many years, monthly special events make this a must-do. Location: Palm Avenue in Downtown Sarasota |
| Third Friday Towles Court Artwalk Third Friday of the Month 6:00 - 10:00 PM |
Nestled at the edge of downtown Sarasota is a unique hidden treasure of artistic and culinary talent... the Towles Court Arts District. Wind through the paths under looming oaks and palms, where you will find an array of galleries, studios, jewelry boutiques, antique stores, gift shops and >> outdoor cafes to please every culinary appetite all housed within the original historical Old- Florida style architecture. For a night on the town, stroll through and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere Location: Historic Towles Court Artist Colony, 1938 Adams Lane (2 Blocks South of Ringling Blvd. just west of Hwy 301) Information: 941.955.4546 or www.towlescourt.com |
| Downtown Farmers' Market Every Saturday 7:00 AM - Noon |
Every Saturday, rain or shine, the Downtown Farmers' Market is is a potpourri of fresh produce, food, flowers and plants, fine artisanship,
friends and fun. It has become a community happening - a gathering place for
people to bring families, friends and even dogs to peruse the displays of
garden-fresh produce and unique craft products. Location: Main St. and Lemon Ave. |
| Historic Burns Square Artists' Market Every Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Local artists display/sell handmade works of art to also include jewelry, greeting cards, pottery, quilts and so much more. Meet a local author. Taste a Chicago Hot Dog. This is a free outdoor event that runs every Saturday through May 8. Location: Pineapple & Laurel Streets Information: 941.927.6845 or artistsmarket |
| Mommy and Me at Mote Every Saturday 9:50 AM |
Ocean education for small fry! Kids ages 2-5 and their favorite adults learn together through marine-themed games, songs, stories, crafts, role plays, and guided visits to the Mote exhibits. Pre-registration is required. Meet at the Aquarium Entrance at 9:50 AM. Location: Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway Information: www.mote.org/mommyandme |