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Manatee County libraries could face cuts, reduced hours or closures after Amendment 3

LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. — Manatee County’s seven public libraries could face reduced hours, fewer employees, program cuts or even branch closures after the passage of Amendment 3, a constitutional amendment that will reduce property tax revenue available to local governments by increasing the homestead exemption. County leaders are...

Manatee County, FL · 2d

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Civil rights icon Ruby Bridges tells her story of breaking racist barriers to Sarasota kids

Ruby Bridges is 72 now, but she vividly remembers being a 6-year-old girl walking into an all-white school for the first time in November 1960. She was surrounded by federal marshals who escorted her past crowds of angry white people. She told a sold-out crowd at Booker High on Thursday...

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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This Year's Big List of Sarasota Holiday Happenings

This year's merry celebration features giant balloons, floats, marching bands, dance troupes and a special appearance by Santa Claus. The excitement continues with thrilling FMX stunts by Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland Circus, the lighting of UTC’s 50-foot holiday tree, fireworks and an after-party concert. Dec. 2-Jan.3. 1012 N. Orange...

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Hold my beer: Owner says Jannus Live concert venue not for sale

To paraphrase Mark Twain, news of the death of the Jannus Live concert venue has been greatly exaggerated. Real estate developer Tony Amico, who owns the 11,000-square-foot downtown courtyard where concerts have been staged since 1984, says a real estate listing announcing the venue for sale was in error. What’s...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Morgan Wallen kicks off stadium tour in Tampa

Morgan Wallen kicks off his 2027 stadium tour with two consecutive nights at Raymond James Stadium.

Tampa, FL · 3d

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Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade set for Nov. 14 at University Town Center

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Thousands of families will gather at University Town Center (UTC) on Saturday, Nov. 14, for Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade. The event includes entertainers, giant balloons, floats, fireworks and a free after-party concert featuring a nationally known headliner. The headliner will be announced later this month.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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Sarasota Dance Company Teams With Estate Auction House to Fund Its Next 21 Years

Sarasota Contemporary Dance has a new way to keep its studios running: your old stuff. The nonprofit dance company announced it has teamed up with Sarasota Estate Auction, an arrangement that turns donated items into direct funding for the group's performances and classes. According to FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the...

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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What is TheatreFor? This one’s for North Pinellas County

You’ll need both hands to count all the professional theater companies in the Tampa Bay area, those that pay their actors for their work, with staff and crew devoted 24/7 to the creation and production of comedies, dramas and musicals. By 2024 Graham Jones, a retired software designer and...

Pinellas County, FL · 1d

Axios Tampa Bay

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The story behind St. Pete's Skyline Building, now a SHINE mural canvas

St. Petersburg 's Skyline Building has lived many lives since it opened in 1961. Why it matters: This week, it's a giant canvas for artists participating in the 12th-annual SHINE Mural Festival . The big picture: By this weekend, four new murals will cover the cylindrical office building and surrounding walls on Dr. Martin Luther King Street North, said Helen French, executive director of the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance, which organizes the festival. Alyssa Marie with the Happy Mural Project worked with more than 500 locals to paint a floral-themed piece on the north wall of the property. The back and side walls of the building feature a moody black-and-white piece by REIVER , a self-taught artist from the United Kingdom, and a burst of color by Virginia artist Jon Murrill . And North Carolina-based artist Osiris Rain is painting the seven-story cylinder that, rumor has it, was inspired by the Guggenheim Museum in New York City, according to St. Petersburg Museum of History executive director Rui Farias. Community members work on the Happy Mural Project mural on St. Pete's Skyline Building. Photo: Todd Burgess Sunsation Media Artists REIVER and Jon Murrill work on their murals. Photo: Todd Burgess Sunsation

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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7-year-old makes waves on custom shoes designed for Bradenton’s top golfer Nelly Korda

The World No. 1 golfer, Nelly Korda, heads into a tournament weekend at The Annika in Belleair with custom designs on her golf shoes created by a talented 7-year-old.

Belleair, FL · 3d

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On Sunday, Nov. 15, Friends of Sarasota County History Center to host third annual fundraiser

Event planned from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Phillippi Estate Park. The Friends of the Sarasota County History Center will host its third annual fundraiser, Friends Fest 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, at Phillippi Estate Park, which stands at 5500 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, the nonprofit organization has announced.

Sarasota County, FL · 2d

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A huge Colombian Christmas fest is coming to St. Pete, headlined by GRAMMY-winning Grupo Niche

If the wild scenes for Colombian World Cup matches at Ferg’s looked like a good time, then this is a party to add to your calendar. El Parche St. Pete, in partnership with Ferg’s Pavilion, is hosting the Colombian Christmas Fest and Block Party at Ferg’s on Saturday, December 12, headlined by the Grammy-winning salsa sensation Grupo Niche.

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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‘Blank Space’ Taylor Swift tribute artist performs at Van Wezel for one night only

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - “Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute” is performing at the Van Wezel in Sarasota for one night only, at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. The artist, Olivia Moretti, joined us in studio for a preview of the show with a musical performance of ‘22′ by Taylor Swift.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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You're invited to the New College of Florida Chamber Orchestra's Holiday Spectacular!

The magic of the holiday season is almost here, and the New College of Florida Chamber Orchestra would love to celebrate it with you! You're invited to the New College of Florida Chamber Orchestra's Winter Concert — HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR. Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM Mildred Sainer Pavilion. New College of Florida, 5313 Bay Shore Road,Sarasota, FL 34243. Free admission — reservations required! From Pop Classics to Tchaikovsky's Winter Magic. Get ready for a spectacular evening where beloved pop classics meet timeless orchestral masterpieces, bringing together the joy, beauty, and excitement of the holiday season! Concert seats have filled quickly. We encourage you to reserve your complimentary tickets early to ensure you don't miss this special evening!

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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Sara Bay Country Club names Shane Fiala, PGA, as head golf professional

Sarasota, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2026) – Sara Bay Country Club—a member-owned private golf club holding a significant place in American golf history—announces the hiring of Shane Fiala, PGA, as its Head Golf Professional. Fiala becomes the 16th golf professional in the club’s 100-year history, joining a distinguished roster that began in 1926 with the legendary Tommy Armour.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay 28

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Florida Strawberry Festival 2027 lineup released

The Florida Strawberry Festival announced the lineup of artists performing on the Wish Farms Soundstage at the 2027 event.

Hillsborough County, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay Times

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What Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos look forward to visiting in Tampa Bay

Before Mark Consuelos was a famous actor or the husband and co-host of Kelly Ripa, he spent teenage summers bagging groceries and stocking the dairy aisle at a Hillsborough County Publix.

Tampa Bay Area, FL · 3d

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Symphony in Lights Returns to Wesley Chapel Tonight

WESLEY CHAPEL — The Shops at Wiregrass will kick off its annual Symphony in Lights celebration tonight, Saturday, Nov. 14, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. The opening celebration will feature more than 300,000 Christmas lights, a 300-drone holiday show, a tree-lighting countdown and Santa’s arrival aboard a Pasco County Fire Rescue truck.

Wesley Chapel, FL · 1d

Creative Loafing Tampa Bay

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Tampa Bay’s best live music and concerts happening November 12-19, including Jimmy Eat World, Fin Fest, Deer Tick and more

Jimmy Eat World's Tampa concert tops a new list of Tampa Bay's best live music, this time covering Nov. 12-19, 2026. The post Tampa Bay’s best live music and concerts happening November 12-19, including Jimmy Eat World, Fin Fest, Deer Tick and more appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .

Tampa, FL · 3d