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Friday Fest: Sarasota’s Free Summer Outdoor Concerts at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Published on June 25, 2018 by Sandra Rubinstein

Free 2018 Friday Fest concerts are coming up on July 27, Aug. 17 and Sept. 14.

Friday Fest, the free outdoor summer concert series presented by the Van Wezel Performing Arts center, kicked off in June with the first of four free concerts. The concerts take place from 5 to 9 pm on the Bayside Lawn of the Van Wezel. Free to the public, the events include food & beverage vendors and beautiful sunsets over Sarasota Bay. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome at all Friday Fest concerts; in case of rain, the concerts will move indoors to the Van Wezel’s grand foyer or main stage.

If you missed the first summer concert on June 22, there are 3 more still to come:

Coming up on July 27 is Florida’s own 8-piece band Reverend Barry & the Funk, featuring 3 Grammy-nominated musicians. Reverend Barry & the Funk present high-energy original music and covers of popular funk & soul music including Earth, Wind & Fire, Commodores, Kool & the Gang, and Prince.

On August 17, Sarasota’s popular Rebel Heart will feature popular country songs as well as pop, rock, dance and blues hits. The 5-piece Rebel Heart presents a must-see country rock performance.

Wrapping up the summer series on Sept. 14 will be the Dr. Dave Band, featuring high-energy Southern Rock blended with bluegrass banjo and fiddle. The Dr. Dave Band received the 2018 Reader’s Choice Award for Best Musical Group from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.

For more information, visit http://www.vanwezel.org/boxoffice/.

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is located at 777 N. Tamiami Trail (route 41) near downtown Sarasota.

OPEN HOUSE: 2100 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR. #201FAI, SARASOTA, FL. 34236

Published on December 9, 2017 by Sandra Rubinstein

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2017: 1:30-3:30 pm

1172 Sq. Ft. 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS

Here is your opportunity to own in the boutique Gulf-front community of Lido Harbour South.

Finding Gulf front property on Lido in this price point is rare. Greet each Florida morning with a swim in the heated pool, enjoy peaceful walks along the beach and be awed by spectacular sunsets. This second floor unit with elevator access offers a furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath, with a combination living/dining room, a good sized kitchen and enclosed porch for comfortable year round enjoyment. Located in the Fairway House which has only 8 units per floor. Included is one covered parking space, extra guest parking, a storage closet down hallway and cedar storage off lanai. Community features include Fitness and Recreation Facilities, Heated Community Pool, Laundry Facilities, Public Beach Access. 1 month minimum leasing permitted, New AC 2004, New Hot Water Heater 2016.

Don’t forget that it is only a short bike ride to our world famous St. Armand’s Circle where you can enjoy casual and fine dining, galleries, outdoor year round festivals, great boutique shopping or just an after dinner ice cream.

MLS # A4198236: $442,000.00

Directions: https://tinyurl.com/y6vbx42h

Weekend Events Sarasota County December 9-10, 2017

Published on December 8, 2017 by Sandra Rubinstein

Fun Weekend Events: December 9-10, 2017

Take a break from the busy hustle of the Holiday rush to enjoy one or all of the special Holiday events that will be sure to please.

December 9, 2017: Siesta Key Beach is hosting The 41st Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run starting at 8 a.m. The “Run” will gather directly on the beach. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and a 1 mile fun or warm up run begins at 8 a.m. and a 5K run starts at 8:20 a.m. Registration fees vary by event and sign up date.

Siesta Beach Park, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key, FL. Call for more info: 941-861-5000

December 9, 2017: Get some boutique shopping done and then take a stroll through The 13th Annual Porsche’s in the Park car show in Circle Park on St. Armand’s Circle. Spectacular Porsche autos from owners all over Florida will be on display from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

December 9, 2017: The Suncoast Humane Society is sponsoring a Pet Walk to celebrate our pets and fund raise to benefit and support homeless pets throughout the 3 counties of Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee Counties Bring along your pooch to take part in the Pet Costume Contest. There will be prize drawings throughout the event and so much more-all for a very worth cause. All friendly pets are welcome, whether as spectator or participant.

Centennial Park, 200 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL. 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P,M.

December 9, 2017: It’s the Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade The parade will run the entire length of the island, starting at the north end (Bay Front Park) ending at Coquina Beach, where Santa will arrive and board the Privateers’ Flagship “Skullywag” when all the kids will be invited to sit on Santa’s Lap . Hotdogs, chips and soda will also be provided for all the kids. 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. All are welcome to join the Privateers for the Christmas Parade as a participant or simply as a spectator.

For more information contact: John “Capt’n Red Beard” Swager (941) 900-4141.

December 9, 2017: The Annual Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade of Lights The annual awaited Holiday parade was started in 1986 and usually takes place the second Saturday evening of December, starting around 6 p.m. The boat parade starts from City Island and will be the perfect event to put you in the Holiday spirit.

http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/sarasota-holiday-boat-parade.html

December 9 – 10, 2017: Join Diversity: The Voices of Sarasota as they present the holiday concert, “Music for the Season.”

Dec 9 at 7 p.m., Dec 10 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $20. Both performances will be held at Glenridge Performing Arts Center 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota, FL.

More info and tickets here or call 941-915-9128.

For an expanded calendar or more information on fun things to do around the Sarasota/Venice coast please visit:

http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/december-sarasota-events.html

Open House: 4751 Sweetshade Dr., Sarasota, 34241 Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. 1:30 -3:30 P.M.

Published on December 2, 2017 by Sandra Rubinstein

Heated Pool, California Kitchen & Outdoor Shower

Adorned with beautiful mature oak trees, Secluded Oaks is a wonderful community of only 99 homes and is located just outside of the hustle and bustle of the Sarasota City life; yet is only minutes to all the Sarasota amenities that add to your quality of life. Is a beach day in order? The powder sands of Siesta Key Beach is only a 13 mile short drive.

This quality Maglich built one-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an office and both formal and casual living rooms. A heated kidney shaped pool and screened patio/lanai area with an outdoor summer kitchen and outdoor shower encourages your year round enjoyment. Gorgeous Brazilian cherry floors, travertine and ceramic tile, and a custom kitchen with an abundance of solid cherry cabinetry, granite counter tops ,dry bar with wine rack with a pass through to the dining room plus a gas fireplace is perfect for the creative “foody” or the occasional cook. The Master Bedroom Suite is comfortably well done with two walk-in closets, dual sinks, tub and separate shower. Other fine features include 9 ft plus ceiling heights, tray and custom coffered ceilings, crown moldings, aquarium window and French doors open to the outdoor screened lanai. Gas for fireplace, hot water and grill. Recent improvements of note include: re-screen lanai, hot water tank, pool heater, paver deck in pool area, ceiling fans, landscaping, interior paint and more. Hurricane shutters are included with the home for your peace of mind.

The owners have enjoyed every bit of living at Secluded Oaks and hope the new owners enjoy this home as much as they have.

MLS #: A4199968 $449,000.0k

Directions: https://tinyurl.com/y9kl86at

Weekend Events November 17-19, 2017

Published on November 17, 2017 by Sandra Rubinstein

Bishop Animal Shelter Canine Christmas Festival

November 18-19, 2017: ESTERO FINE ART SHOW: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM SATURDAY. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM SUNDAY

Location: Gulf Coast Town Center (Next to Bass Pro Shops {East Side Of Shopping Complex} (10040 Gulf Center Dr., Fort Myers, Fl. 33913)

Whether you have a serious interest in finding the perfect painting, photograph, sculpture, jewelry or other artwork for your winter residence here in Southwest Florida or your summer home some place else or you just enjoy browsing fine art under clear blue skies, the Estero Fine Art Show is for you. Organizer Hot Works LLC goes out of its way to “create an atmosphere that enhances the artwork and creates a relaxing environment for art lovers. Event Hotline: 941-755-3088. http://www.hotworks.org/esterofineartshow

November 18, 2017: 5th ANNUAL VENICE BLUES FESTIVAL 2017: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location: Maxine Barrett Park: 1800 Harbor Dr. S., Venice, Fl. 34285

This year’s fest will feature headliner Elvin Bishop and the Big Fun Trio, plus from Dallas, Texas, Andrew Jr. Boy Jones, from Buffalo, NY, the one and only Tommy Z, and Detroit’s favorite rocking blues woman Eliza Neals and Ce Ce Teneal. Tickets $30.00 – $125.00 (Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets) Click here For More Information: http://veniceblues.com/ (November Sarasota Events on Escape-to-Sarasota)

November 18, 2017: It’s the Annual Canine Christmas Festival and Adopt-A-Thon 2017! Canine Christmas is a fun festival for dog owners & their dogs and those looking to adopt a dog. Bring your well-behaved dogs on a leash and enjoy the festival events (dogs must have current inoculation tag). The festival features a parade of Adoptable Pets, Dog Fashion Show, games, contests, canine i.q. test, pet pictures with Santa, pet vendors and much more including Food Trucks with plenty of great food and drinks and fun for everyone. Admission is free. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bishop SPCA Animal Shelter grounds 5718 21st Ave. West, Bradenton. Click here for more info. (November Sarasota Events on Escape-to-Sarasota)

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