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'Beyond Van Gogh' Exhibit + Black Filmmakers Scholarship + St. Regis Groundbreaking

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‘Beyond Van Gogh,’ a traveling immersive exhibit, will be coming to Sarasota soon.
‘Beyond Van Gogh,’ a traveling immersive exhibit, will be coming to Sarasota soon. (Courtesy of Paquin Entertainment Group)

Hey, neighbors! Here's a fresh edition of the Sarasota Daily.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warm. High: 86 Low: 67.

Here are the top stories today in Sarasota:

  1. The Visions of the Black Experience Film Festival is introducing its first scholarship for young filmmakers in Sarasota and Manatee counties. (Sarasota Herald-Tribune)
  2. Sarasota County Schools board member Jane Goodwin participated in a Zoom conference hosted by Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried and discussed being harassed about school mask mandates and other COVID-19 protocols. (Florida Phoenix)
  3. 'Beyond Van Gogh,' a traveling immersive exhibit, will be coming to Sarasota soon. (Sarasota Patch)
  4. Developers broke ground on St. Regis Hotel and Residences in Longboat Key — where the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort once stood — Monday morning. (Sarasota Herald-Tribune)
  5. Career burglar sentenced to 15 years in prison for a 2019 break-in, which he committed a month after being released from prison for another burglary. (WWSB)

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Today in Sarasota:

  • Spirit Week - Safari Day/Tacky Tourist Day (12:00 AM)
  • Robinson Preserve - Sarasota Audubon Society (8:00 AM)
  • Celery Fields Cleanups - Sarasota Audubon Society (9:00 AM)
  • School Advisory Committee Meeting - Sarasota High School (2:30 PM)

Sarasota Patch Notebook

  • Sarasota Police Department: "We collected 14.75 pounds of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs while partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA during the annual National #TakeBackDay on Saturday! 💊🚔 Thank you to eve..." (Instagram)
  • Sarasota County Emergency Services: "Lt. Jay Nilson was recognized for 20 years of service to SCFD." (Facebook)
  • Humane Society of Sarasota County: "Did you know if you order takeout from Irish 31 Pub House & Eatery, HSSC gets 20% of the proceeds? They even have a menu dedicated to dogs! Carryout for Critters is still happening! Go check it out😃 #irish31sarasota #carryoutforcritters..." (Facebook)
  • Sarasota Police Department: "We're looking forward to joining in on all the fun this Friday for Trunk-Or-Treat 👻🚙🚗🎃🚔 We hope you can join us Friday at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex (RLTCC) from 5:30pm to 7pm 👻🚙🚗🎃🚔" (Facebook)
  • Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County: "Congratulations to the Town of Longboat Key on the final approval for The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort ! Without question this will be a catalyst for our entire region, as well as a true jewel in luxury living and travel." (Facebook)
  • Visit Sarasota County: "Spooky. Scary. Fun. 🎃💀👻 Here are some #Halloween events coming up this week 👇 #mysarasota 🧟‍♂️ Nathan Benderson Park Trick or Treat On The Lake on Tuesday from 5:30 - 8:30pm 👻 North Port Parks & Rec Trick or Treat on Friday, Octobe..." (Facebook)
  • City of Sarasota, Government: "BLVD BIKE RIDES 🚲🚲🚲 - Grab your bike and helmet, pump up your tires and join us for a fun, free guided ride around downtown Sarasota on Nov. 2! Registration for the event is now open and space is limited, so reserve your spot today! D..." (Facebook)
  • UF IFAS Extension Sarasota County: "Learn solutions to slow climate change and what you can do locally to help during the Drawdown webinar this Wednesday, October 27. Register for this free, interactive webinar now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1... Sarasota County..." (Facebook)
  • Library Foundation for Sarasota County: "Looking for a fun outdoor activity? Our libraries can help! 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐛 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞-𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝟕 𝐩𝐦. Learn more..." (Facebook)
  • Sarasota County Government: "Sarasota County has added public meetings in October to gather your input on new community projects. ➡️ Oct. 27, 6-7 p.m., Artur's Restaurant 70 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood ➡️ Oct. 28, 6-7 p.m., William H. Jervey, Jr. Venice Public Librar..." (Facebook)
  • UF IFAS Extension Sarasota County: "Don't miss this great, free event on Saturday, Nov. 6th! It will be held outdoors at Southface Sarasota at the Florida House from 4-6 p.m. Acclaimed Florida environmental author, Cynthia Barnett, will be joining to discuss and sign her n..." (Facebook)

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