Featured Events in Sarasota in November, 2024(December Updated)

Experience an evening of powerful storytelling at the Living Arts Festival featuring "The Caregiver," written and performed by the talented Blake Walton. This compelling performance will take place on November 10, 2024, at the Senior Friendship Centers - Adult Day Care in Sarasota, located at 1820 Brother Geenen Way. Join us as Walton brings to life the emotional journey of a caregiver, offering a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the challenges faced in caring for others. Tickets for this unforgettable event are priced at $20, providing an opportunity to witness a captivating blend of theater and personal narrative. Don't miss this opportunity to be moved and inspired by Walton's riveting performance at the Living Arts Festival.

An Exploration of Verdi's Life and Music Come join us for a fascinating journey into the world of Giuseppe Verdi, one of the greatest opera composers of all time! Maestro Victor DeRenzi has garnered Sarasota Opera international acclaim as having performed all of Verdi's music in Sarasota Opera's Verdi Cycle. He will share his insights into Verdi's life and music in this fascinating program. A culinary tour of the wine and food associated with the Parma region, Verdi's birthplace, will follow. To register, send a check for $40 per person, payable to SOG, to Julie Planck, 340 S. Palm Ave #512, Sarasota FL 34236. Or pay with a credit card on the link on this page. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into the life and music of a true musical genius! Information Source: Sarasota Opera Guild | eventbrite

Just off the coast from Sarasota, after a quick drive over scenic bridges, lies St Armands Key, an island away from all the activity of the mainland. Unique in concept, history, and beauty, St. Armands provides an unforgettable experience for visitors from all over the world. Set amidst a tropical paradise, St. Armands is an enchanting circle of fine shops and gourmet restaurants, sure to provide a memorable experience for all. The St. Armands Circle Art Festival hosts 200 artists in town annually. The event offers art from a broad spectrum of mediums including sculpture, photography, glass, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media and more! Howard Alan Events offer patrons the opportunity to personally meet with the artists, commission a work of art and learn what inspires the artists work. Sponsored by: Renewal by Andersen of Tampa Cutco Cutlery Leaf Filter Gutter Protection Life Guard Imaging Artist applications: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12392 Beware of scammers Information Source: Howard Alan Events (HAE) | eventbrite

Experience a captivating evening at Bookstore1Sarasota in Sarasota, Florida, with "Locker Room Talk" featuring Melissa Ludtke and Tommy John. Melissa Ludtke, an acclaimed journalist, will delve into her historic legal battle against Major League Baseball for gender equality, a battle that paved the way for women in sports media. Joined by former MLB All-Star Tommy John, the event promises an enlightening discussion about equal rights in the world of sports. Melissa Ludtke's book, "Locker Room Talk," chronicles her journey at the forefront of the renowned case that challenged the status quo in sports journalism. Through vivid storytelling, Ludtke reveals the obstacles she faced and the groundbreaking court ruling that granted her equal access. Tommy John, known for his impressive career in baseball and the revolutionary surgery named after him, brings a unique perspective to the conversation. The event is scheduled for November 14, 2024, at Bookstore1Sarasota and offers tickets ranging from $0 to $40, including options with a copy of "Locker Room Talk." Secure your spot for this enlightening discussion and relive a pivotal moment in the fight for gender equality in sports. If you are unable to attend after registering, kindly notify the organizers to accommodate those on the waitlist.

Look closely and learn more about this season's exhibitions with Sarasota Art Museum’s Senior Curator Rangsook Yoon. Our tour will feature a walkthrough of our current exhibitions. As this talk will be exploring works in the galleries, there will be standing room only. Information Source: Sarasota Art Museum | eventbrite

Look closely and learn more about this season's exhibitions with Sarasota Art Museum’s Executive Director, Virginia Shearer. Our tour will feature a walkthrough of our current exhibitions. As this talk will be exploring works in the galleries, there will be standing room only. Information Source: Sarasota Art Museum | eventbrite

Grab a partner, or come solo and join HaoleNaut 941 Cornhole and UTC for a social event and tournament for novice to advance players. Don’t have a partner? No problem, we’ll pair you up with one! *Registration starts at 6:00 PM *Music, raffle, food and drinks available for purchase *Outdoor tournament on The Green at UTC, across from Michaels TWO DIVISIONS 1. Social Division – BYOP ($10 Entry Per Team) – Novice/Intermediate –Double Elimination using Scorholio software –60% Cash Payouts to top teams –Download the Scorholio App to follow along 2. Competitive Division – Blind Draw ($10 Entry Per Player) – Competitive/Advanced –ACL Local Points – Double Elimination –90% Cash Payout to top teams –Anyone can play – Create an account on iplayacl.com BAGS Players are encouraged to bring your own bags. If you don’t have any, we will have plenty available to borrow or purchase. If you’re playing in the competitive division, they must be ACL approved. Please no corn filled bags GENERAL RULES –Race to 21 – No Bust Rule –Double Elimination Bracket, Single Game on each side –Cancelation scoring with three points for each bag in the hold and one point for each bag on the board. Contact Dustin Hoffman with any questions at dustin.hoffman941@haolenaut.com Information Source: University Town Center | eventbrite