For the first time, a slime convention is coming to Sarasota.
“Ding” Darling Day celebrates the birthday of the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s namesake, father of the Federal Duck Stamp pr…
The Tour de North Port fundraiser bicycle ride sponsored by People for Trees, a nonprofit native tree advocacy group formed in 1997, is celebr…
Business and Professional Women of Englewood and Venice will have its annual “Passport to Your Future” fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 1…
O’zapft is! Welcome to Cape Coral’s Wiesn, where you’ll experience Southwest Florida’s biggest party of the year — the 34th Annual Cape Coral …
While it’s true that Venice Beach has been proclaimed to be the “Shark’s Tooth Capital of the World,” there are also other area beaches that p…
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Key Chorale are coming together for an exuberant collaboration with “American Roots: The Gospel Experience.…
If you’re looking for a boatful of laughs tap on over to the Off Broadway Palm Theatre for “Dames at Sea” playing through Nov. 2.
Roaring Lions Productions, presents their debut event “A Night to Remember,” running Oct. 18-20 at the Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda.
Legendary musician Billy Joel will return to Tampa to perform at Amalie Arena at 8 p.m. Feb. 7. Joel has sold out Amalie Arena in 2014, 2016 a…
Everyone’s favorite pig will be in the spotlight as Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre presents “Charlotte’s Web” playing on select dates throug…
One of the many things that is fabulous about living in Southwest Florida is that if you want to get outside and exercise in the fresh air, th…
Visani Theatre will present Greggie And The Jets, a tribute to Elton John, in concert on Oct. 15 and Dec. 3.
Florida Studio Theatre opens its fourth annual Children’s Theatre Season with “Pinocchio,” a new, fast-paced adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s tim…
The Long Run presents “A Journey Through The Music of The Eagles” at 7 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Venice Institute For Performing Arts.
Staff Report
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota launches its 24th season with the return of acclaimed vocalist Jennifer Sheehan in “I Know a Place,” her tr…
If you have a dog, you know that sometimes, your pup just needs to get outside and run around. Since we don’t all enjoy the luxury of having a…
The Venice Symphony Youth Orchestra launched its second season with rehearsals beginning at 3:30 p.m. every Friday, at building 42 at the Veni…
Your mission is waiting for you at the Military Heritage Museum’s STEM at the Speed of Sound workshop for students Oct. 26.
Florida Studio Theatre is proud to announce its lineup for the 2019-2020 Winter Mainstage and Cabaret Seasons. On the Mainstage, FST presents …
Sept. 26: Phil Collins. Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-2500 or www.amaliearena.com.
The Venice Institute For Performing Arts is proud to present Cruising Steady: The Music and Friendship of Aretha Franklin and Smokey Robinson …
Grab your flip flops and head to Venice Beach on Sept. 28 for Venice MainStreet Inc.’s 4th Annual Venice Beach Party. This entertaining outdoo…
The people who are closest to me would have no problem telling you the two activities that make me happiest are drinking a good glass of wine …
What’s better than laughing? Laughing a lot in back- to- back unique weekend comedy shows at 7:30 p.m. Sept 28 and 2 p.m. Sept 29 at Englewood…
Driving north on U.S. 41 Bypass South in Venice, you might run into road construction just before Wee Blew Inn and Brick Yard Plaza. Don’t let…
Florida Studio Theatre announces “Dangerous Ladies Shindig” as its annual fundraiser, set for Feb. 24, as part of the theatre’s Suffragist Project.
Just think of a dinner show featuring a tribute to Elvis, Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Dolly Parton and Patsy Cline, all on one stage. Then …
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A Country Western dance fundraiser is set for 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Englewood Elks Lodge, 401 N. Indiana Ave.
The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants are coming to Punta Gorda to perform two free concerts Oct. 23 and Oct. 24 at the Charl…
Art Center Sarasota presents “Florida’s Finest,” a juried exhibition of works by Florida artists, through Oct. 4.
BOGOs, summer specials and shortened hours.
The Venice Institute For Performing Arts will present NightBird in “The Ultimate Tribute to Stevie Nicks” at the Venice Performing Arts Center.
By Lynne Matthews
By Connie Gean
By Trudy Gerhardt
Saturday: Amy Grant. Southwest Florida Event Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Road S.E., Bonita Springs. 239-245-9910 or swfleventcenter.com.
By Dan Mearns
By Melissa Vogt
The Venice Chorale is inviting singers from fourth grade to post-retirement to join them for their 2019-20 season.
SunCoast Metropolitan Community Church announces the Second Annual Venice PRIDE Festival on Nov. 2. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to …
Are you a survivor?
By Natasha Herrera
By DEBBIE FLESSNER
By Daniel Sutphin
By ROGER BUTTON
By SUE WADE
