The Giving Challenge Is Happening Now! | New Apartment Development Raises Questions in Gillespie Park

The Giving Challenge Is Happening Now! | New Apartment Development Raises Questions in Gillespie Park | Ganges Elevates the Flavors of India

PHILANTHROPY

The 2026 Giving Challenge Is Happening Now

The 24-hour online giving event connects about 750 nonproﬁts with donors and community members to support diverse causes in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties Read More »

GILLESPIE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD

A Proposed 324-Unit Apartment Development Raises Questions in Gillespie Park

At a Gillespie Neighborhood Association meeting last night, residents and business owners pressed developers for answers about timing, traffic and the future of a longtime cluster of small businesses near downtown Sarasota. Read More »

“Through the Eyes Of...” Local Performing Artists in Sarasota

Across their disciplines, Sarasota’s artists inspire growth, spark curiosity, and invite audiences to see the world in new ways. Read More »

ArtsBeat

FSU/Asolo Conservatory Casts a Spell With ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Jonathan Epstein’s staging is as colorful and spirited as theater critic Jay Handelman has ever seen it. Read More »

Restaurant Review

Ganges Restaurant & Bar Elevates the Flavors of India

The restaurant combines genius flavor combinations with beautiful plating. Read More »

The Child Protection Center Announces Expansion

Two Match Opportunities to Meet Growing Need for Child Abuse Services Read More »

Unity Awards

Nominate Someone Amazing for the 2026 Unity Awards!

With its 16th annual Unity Awards, Sarasota Magazine once again seeks to recognize individuals who build community. Read More »

Follow the Money

Where Do Your Donation Dollars Go?

We followed the money at these nonprofits to learn about the impact your donation–from $10 to $10,000–can make. Read More »