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Living Arts Festival Brings a Creative Week to Sarasota

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Music, theater, dance and family activities connect the Cultural Coast November 8–15

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Sarasota Weekend Guide: Fresh Fridays and Ferraris

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Art on Palm Avenue November 6 and automotive design on St. Armands Circle November 7

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Sarasota Medieval Fair Opens November 7

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Jousting, live performances and an artisan village return to Myakka City for five weekends

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Pets and Halloween Candy: A Sarasota Guide to Safer Celebrating

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Keep chocolate, xylitol and discarded wrappers away from dogs and cats, and know when to call for help

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Deep Sea Fishing Charters: A Sarasota Guide to Getting Offshore

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Compare shared and private trips, understand the costs and plan a comfortable day on the Gulf

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Halloween Safety: A Practical Guide for Sarasota Families

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Simple costume, street and candy precautions for a fun Saturday night on October 31

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Halloween Weekend in Sarasota: Five Ways to Celebrate

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Plan October 30–November 1, 2026, with local costume celebrations, Spooky Point lights and free Sunday music at The Bay.

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Sea Turtle Season Isn’t Over Yet on Sarasota’s Beaches

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Small evening habits can help protect nesting habitat through October 31

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Halloween Around Sarasota: Family Fun Before October 31

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Daytime treats downtown and evening lights in Osprey offer two ways to celebrate

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Fall Vegetable Gardening: Sarasota’s Season to Get Growing

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A small bed or a few patio containers can be a practical October project

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Sarasota Arts Weekend: Film Music, Ballet and an Artist Talk

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Three upcoming options put October 23–25 on the local cultural calendar

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Day Trips from Sarasota: Set Sail on Key West Express

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An island adventure across the Gulf, plus easier nature and museum escapes when you want a shorter day

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Sarasota Housing Market: Fewer Listings, Costlier Financing

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The latest released local data shows different conditions for single-family homes and condos as buyers weigh October mortgage costs

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Holiday Events in Sarasota: A Season of Suncoast Cheer

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October–December 2026 concerts, festive outings, waterfront gatherings, and New Year's Eve plans across the Suncoast

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Midnight Pass Shows Staying Power in Sarasota, Florida

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Tidal inlet stability gives coastal inlet monitoring a new long-term focus

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Fall Lawn Care in Sarasota: Adjust Before You Add

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Smarter mowing, watering and fertilizer decisions as grass growth slows

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Sea Turtle Nesting on Sarasota and Venice Beaches

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What the nest counts tell us and how to protect the shore through October

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Women’s Hair Care in Sarasota: Build a Gentler Routine

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Practical washing, styling and salon conversations for everyday care

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Air Conditioner Service Before Winter: A Sarasota Checklist

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Check cooling, heating and drainage before the next change in weather

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Halloween Fun and October Outings Around Sarasota

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Hayrides, pumpkin festivals, Boo! at The Bay and Morton’s chili cook-off

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Why Did the Bee Swarm Land on My Car?

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What a honey bee swarm on your vehicle means, what not to do and when to call a beekeeper

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Sarasota Caterpillars Find Their Inner Rock Stars

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A Sarasota guitar session turned unexpectedly funny when monarch caterpillars appeared to bounce with the vibrations.

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Microgreens: Tiny Greens Making a Big Splash in Sarasota

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Microgreens bring fresh flavor, concentrated nutrients and small-space growing possibilities to Sarasota kitchens.

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Local Pets: Natural Treats With a Sarasota Touch

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Sarasota pet owners can find locally made natural dog treats and locally sold cat treats, with ingredient labels worth a closer look.

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Only in Sarasota: The Ice Cream Truck That Took to the Water

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A floating ice cream boat brings frozen treats and an unmistakable jingle to Sarasota beaches and waterways.

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