- 5/19/2012 8:00 AM Kayak Poker Run Benefiting The Wildlife Center of Venice
Kayak 10-12 Miles down Myakka River. Begins at Ramblers Rest RV Resort (941-493-4354). Tent sites available for $20 (up to 4 people per site) per night during the event. Call the Wildlife Center of Venice (941-484-9657) for kayak registration. $10 per Poker hand. ... - 5/19/2012 8:30 AM Spring Youth Fishing Tournament
It's the Spring Youth Fishing Tournament for ages 1 -14, accompanied by a parent. It's just $1 to enter this "catch and release" contest which runs from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Nokomis Beach. Bring your own pole and tackle box, bait and prizes will be provided. Pre-register at 941-486-2780, day of registration begins at 8 a.m. and tournament is […] - 5/19/2012 10:00 AM Venice 85th Anniversary
Air Show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Venice Airport 1940s dance, 3:30 p.m., Venice City Mobile Home Park. See venicegov.com for more information. ... - 5/20/2012 7:30 PM "Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl," Asolo Repertory Theatre
Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl May 20, 7:30 p.m. Continues May 22-June 17 Before there was a Lucy or Ethel, Gracie Allen or Imogene Coca, Fanny Brice was the female comic superstar. At a time when the business was dominated by men, her gift for comedy and expressive singing made her one of the most beloved celebrities of the American […] - 5/21/2012 7:00 PM "The Tallest Building in the World," Florida Studio Theatre Play Reading Series
Three new works in staged reading series. May 7, May 12 and May 21 in the Keating Theatre at Florida Studio Theatre As part of the Sarasota Festival of New Plays, Florida Studio Theatre presents the annual Richard & Betty Burdick Play Reading Series. Be among the first to see three contemporary new plays, followed by talkbacks with the […] - 5/24/2012 5:00 PM Opening Reception - Art Center Sarasota
... - 5/26/2012 4:00 PM Venice Brew Bash
Come out to Miami Avenue on Saturday, May 26th, and celebrate the suds in downtown Venice, FL from 4 - 8 pm. Sample over 80 different craft and import brews while enjoying great music. This event is the perfect opportunity for beer aficionados, beer lovers or just the casual beer drinker. For just $25 advance purchase and $35 at the door, you'll […] - 5/28/2012 10:00 AM Sarasota Memorial Day Parade
... - 5/28/2012 10:00 AM Venice Memorial Day Ceremony
... - 5/28/2012 1:00 PM Myakka Blues Festival
... - 5/28/2012 5:00 PM "Salute to Veterans" Memorial Day Concert
... - 6/02/2012 10:30 AM Great Houses of New York, Viewpoint Lecture Series, Ringling Museum of Art
Michael Kathrens, author and independent scholar, will try to impart a glimpse into the unique American era at the end of the 19th century and the splendor of the houses that exemplify its power and taste. Join us immediately after the lecture for a reception and book signing. Tickets may be purchased for all Historic Asolo Theater events at […] - 6/08/2012 5:00 PM Yesterdayze, Friday Fest at the Van Wezel
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's free, family-friendly outdoor summertime music series is back and better than ever! This summer, kick back on the Sarasota bayfront and listen to outstanding bands play a range of musical styles that will please the whole family. FridayFest opens on June 8 with Sarasota's favorite for oldies, Yesterdayze . […] - 6/16/2012 8:00 AM Sarasota Sports Festival
FREE ADMISSION Family Fun Run/Walk Teddy Tennis, Strider Bike and BMX, Dis Golf, Skate Park Exhibitions, GIVE-A-WAYS, LOCAL CELEBRITIES AND ATHLETES! ... - 6/16/2012 8:00 PM Saturday Symphony, Sarasota Music Festival
... - 6/17/2012 2:00 PM "Taffetas," Summer Sizzler Series, Players Theatre
First of four plays in the Players Theatre's Summer Sizzler Series. June 14-16 at 7:30 p.m. June 17 at 2 p.m. July 12-14 at 7:30 p.m. July 15 at 2 p.m. A nostalgic tribute to the best music of the 1950s. Featuring songs from the McGuire Sisters, the Fontane Sisters, the Chordettes and other great girl groups of the 50s. ... - 7/01/2012 2:00 PM Lettice & Loveage at The Players
This English comedy asks: While touring historic homes, is it better for the guide to tell the truth and be bland or to exaggerate and entertain? ... - 7/04/2012 9:00 PM Freedom Festival, North Port High School
... - 7/04/2012 9:00 PM Fireworks, Sarasota Bay
... - 7/04/2012 9:15 PM 4th of July Fireworks - Siesta Key
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Event information courtesy of Sarasota Visitors and Convention Bureau.
