Known for our white sand beaches and vast cultural attractions, Sarasota has once again been included in AmericanStyle Magazine’s annual list of Top 25 Small Cities for Art in America. The city’s uniqueness and commitment to the arts were just a couple of the reasons why we rose from number 11 last year to number 4 this year. Here’s to #1 next year!!! To view the AmericanStyle Magazine Top...

This weekend is sure to be filled with fun! Not only are we expecting gorgeous and sunny weather, perfect for a day at the beach, but it is also Mother’s Day weekend. Here’s a quick run down of what’s happening this weekend in our area: -Friday 5/7 Palm Avenue First Friday Walk - Downtown Saraota (6pm):  Enjoy gallery openings, dining, antiques, specialty shops and live performances as member...

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Head on down to Siesta Fiesta, Siesta Key’s annual street party in the Village! This Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm the streets of Siesta Key Village will transform into an all day street fair complete with arts & crafts booths, food vendors and live music. This party is a Siesta Key tradition and is not to be missed! The weather will be GORGEOUS...

Held annually since 1999 in Sarasota, Florida, the Sarasota Film Festival has become one of the top ten independent festivals in North America. Held in April each year, the festival’s mission is “to present unique and high-quality cinema in a festival atmosphere for the purpose of educating, stimulating and entertaining audiences.” Here is a little bit of history on the festival: In July 1998,...

This weekend hold’s one of the area’s most exciting food and wine events - Forks & Corks! Jan. 29 - Feb. 1, festival goers will be able to experience an array of palate-pleasing meals from 45 local restaurants and sample wines from visiting winery owners from across the world. Weekend events are as follows: Jan. 29 & 30 - Winemaker and Brewmaster Events at Participating Local Restaurants...

COMBINING THE JOYS OF THE GULF WITH THE CHALLENGES OF GOLF Written By: Maureen Florio   Most of our guests to Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key long for the warmth of the sun and beaches of the Gulf of Mexico particularly during the cold, dreary and long months of any given Winter Season.  Relaxing on the pristine beaches along the Gulf of Mexico is the perfect way to forget those cold days and make you the...

On yesterday’s Today Show, Barbara Corcoran, real estate correspondent for the Today Show told Al Roker in an interview that Sarasota, Florida is “one of the top 10 places to buy a home today!” Citing the area’s beautiful beaches, vast cultural and art opportunities, and big-city feel, Ms. Corcoran said prices have stabilized in Sarasota after a huge drop and are on the way back up. In fact,...