Happy Tuesday, Sarasota. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Sarasota Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Prime medical buildings scored a multimillion-dollar condo deal, arts nonprofits landed $1.4 million in grants, and Art Center Sarasota kicks off its centennial year — catch up here.
State-level stories: Port St Lucie tops affordability charts, Indian River County boosts third grade reading to 90 percent, and L3Harris finishes its hypersonics expansion — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Housing sales slump worries the Feds, Idaho secures foster kids social security payments, and Mitsubishi recalls Outlanders for faulty liftgate gas springs — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Sample drinks and network with local businesses
- Celebrate 31 years of empowering Latin entrepreneurs
- Positively Speaking Toastmasters meets every Friday evening
- Women entrepreneurs learn wealth without burnout strategies
- Avoid surprises with $300 off auto repair coverage
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Coffee: Great coffee is more than just the roast, it’s the vibe, the people, and that perfect pastry on the side. These coffee shops around Sarasota hit all the right notes.
Economy: Florida might bring beaches and theme parks to mind, but its $1.7 trillion economy is big enough to be its own country. Check out the biggest Florida companies powering that growth.
Tools: If you’ve got these tools, you’re ready for whatever your home throws at you. A basic set of wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers turns you into the household hero. No more 11 PM calls to your neighbor for a leaky faucet fix.
Wine: Whether you’re a casual sipper who still calls everything “red or white” or the friend who won’t shut up about tannins and terroir, Block 15 Cork & Craft pours the good stuff. Come for the glass (or bottle), stay for the vibe that makes weeknights feel like weekends.
Hair: More than 50% of women experience hair thinning at some point in their lives. Whether it’s stress, aging, hormonal shifts, or genetics, there are more solutions than ever for boosting healthy hair growth. Take this free quiz to explore your options.
📆 Around town this week
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This week
🎨 Ringling Explorers: A Virtual Art Adventure | Tuesday (8/26) at 9:00am – Whether your homeschooling crew thinks glue sticks are medieval torture or they live for glitter explosions, this free Zoom adventure by Dr. Keller delivers fresh themes each week, from origami to close looking activities, so you can finally claim you’re educationally enriching them from home.
🎬 Art on Film | Eva Hesse @ Sarasota Art Museum | Thursday (8/28) at 2:00pm – Take a cinematic dive into the life and legacy of groundbreaking artist Eva Hesse. SAM’s Art on Film series pairs world-class art with the big screen, making this a perfect afternoon for anyone who loves creativity with a side of popcorn.
🌈 Joseph’s Coat: Skyspace @ Ringling Museum of Art | Thursday (8/28) at 7:35pm – Ditch your usual happy hour for a rooftop kaleidoscope by that wizard of light, timed perfectly for sunset. It’s equal parts meditation and cosmic light show through a 24-foot skylight. Bring a yoga mat, dress warm, and prepare to question your grip on reality.
🎸 Chris Otto @ Gilligans Island Grill | Friday (8/29) at 1:00pm – Kick back at Gilligans and let Chris Otto set the vibe with an afternoon of live music. Sun, sand, and laid-back tunes—it’s the perfect recipe for easing into the weekend. Grab a drink, snag a seat, and let the rhythm roll.
🧠 Mind Magic Live @ Sarasota Art Museum | Friday (8/29) at 7:30pm – Think your weekend’s too busy for a bit of brain gymnastics? Joshua Seth, the mentalist who’ll convince you he’s reading your mind using charm, wit, and a deck of cards, is back in town for a live show of jaw-dropping twists, sly misdirection, and zero cheesy rabbits.
This weekend
🍷 DutchCrafters Sip & Shop | Saturday (8/30) at 9:00am – Shopping for heirloom-quality furniture feels a lot more fun when there’s a glass of wine (or a craft beer) in hand. DutchCrafters pairs sips with solid wood showstoppers, plus expert advice to design your dream piece. Bonus: your pup can tag along for the browsing.
🐱 Cat Yoga @ Katy’s Cat Cafe | Saturday (8/30) at 12:00pm – Nothing beats a humble stretch surrounded by purring felines and mat-side sass. For $30 you get a full hour of yoga, props included, and the dubious approval of Julie’s cat squad, perfect for locals who appreciate authentic experiences and a dash of dry humor.
🍖 Fleetwood Mac @ Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse | Saturday (8/30) at 7:00pm – Weekend vibes demand live music and brisket, right? Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse is back with a Fleetwood Mac tribute that’ll have you singing “Go Your Own Way” between baby back ribs. Dust off those dancing shoes, and call ahead before they run out of napkins.
🎸 Phoenix 5 Live @ Big Top Live | Saturday (8/30) at 7:00pm – Think your favorite dive bar could use a soul injection? Head down for Phoenix 5’s free debut, where sticky funk, raw rock, and reggae breezes collide. These hometown hopefuls pack more grooves than a cross-country drive. Casual vibes, serious moves.
🥕 Farmer’s Market @ Waterside Park l | Sunday (8/31) at 10:00am – Picture a lakeside Sunday where 90 local stalls proffer organic veggies, fresh bread, honeysuckle honey, and jewelry your friends will shamelessly covet. Tunes drift by, there’s an art corner for pint-sized Picassos, and yoga on the grass serves as a perfectly acceptable stretchy-pants permit.
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🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/27 Justin Layman @ Siesta Key Oyster Bar – 1 pm
- 8/27 Scott Curts @ Marina Jack – 5 pm
- 8/27 Caleb Blocker @ Gilligans Island Grill – 6 pm
- 8/27 Steve White @ McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre – 7 pm
- 8/28 Alexander Ullman @ Art Ovation Hotel – 6 pm
- 8/28 Girl’s Night Out @ Gilligans Island Grill – 10 pm
- 8/29 Chris Otto @ Gilligans Island Grill – 1 pm
- 8/30 Shakey Pudding @ Gilligans Island Grill – 1 pm
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Listed by: Mark Lyda (GENEROUS PROPERTY)
A grand entrance, soaring ceilings, and a wall of glass set the stage for 8,000+ square feet of pure Florida drama. Four en suite bedrooms, a private elevator, and finishes like mahogany, marble, and coral stone keep things feeling equal parts luxe and laid-back. The kitchen flows right into the action, while a circular drive and three-car garage handle the comings and goings in style.
Out back, a colossal screened lanai wraps around the resort-style pool with not one but two spas, a bridge walkway, and plenty of room for sunset cocktails overlooking the lake and 12th fairway. All tucked inside Prestancia, just minutes from Siesta Beach and downtown Sarasota.
