Name: 2025 Shine On! Extravaganza
Start: 2025-04-25T18:00:00-04:00
Location: The Ora

The Ora

We invite you to join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration and impact.  Shine On! is Visible Men Academy's premiere Spring fundraising event uniting a vibrant community committed to empowering young scholars and expanding opportunities for those who need it most. Learn more at <a href="https://vmacademy.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vmacademy.org</a> and click on events in the upper right corner or use the QR code above.

Local Event: 2025 Shine On! Extravaganza

Sarasota County

Tiffany Razzano

Tampa Bay Area

Sarasota

Florida

2025 Shine On! Extravaganza

We invite you to join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration and impact.  Shine On! is Visible Men Academy's premiere...

Join the Fab Lab on April 24 from 8-10pm for a Star Party, a family-friendly astronomy night! Families and kids of all ages are invited to explore the first quarter moon and starry night sky using our telescopes, binoculars, and more. Get an up-close lunar look, learn fun moon and star facts, enjoy hands-on astronomy activities, and snack on astronaut ice cream made using the Fab Lab freeze dryer. It’s the perfect relaxed evening of skywatching, discovery, and cosmic fun for the whole family.
This FREE event is part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days and made possible thanks to the Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading. Registration is strongly encouraged.

Local Event: Fab Lab Star Party | FREE Astronomy night for families

Fab Lab Star Party | FREE Astronomy night for...

Join the Fab Lab on April 24 from 8-10pm for a Star Party, a family-friendly astronomy night! Families and kids of all ages are...

Fab Lab Star Party | FREE Astronomy night for families

Join the Springtime virtual 5k series presented by Rise Endurance.This is a donation based monthly virtual 5k series where your miles and donations go to a good cause. Plus, there will be raffle prizes &amp; a 5k training plan!The Springtime 5k Series consists of one 5k a month:March: March 27 - April 3April: April 24 - May 1May: May 22 - May 29Sign up at <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Sarasota/Springtime5kSeries?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExeUFkSFVUZmF0NjhjYzY4MnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6mWaOhEeMbMYZdbqNiHaCp5ckBQ_roxhqv399jsvUQKZBCiP9RrPNxbO8kSA_aem_53Rmkkon1Bgafs4srjeYPg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Sarasota/Springtime5kSeries</a>

Local Event: April Springtime Virtual 5k

April Springtime Virtual 5k

Join the Springtime virtual 5k series presented by Rise Endurance.This is a donation based monthly virtual 5k series where your...

Raffurty's Bar and Grill

Kick off at our registration party where you'll receive your taco tokens and detailed map. Then head to the other participating bars where you'll exchange your tokens for flavor-packed tacos while sipping on discounted handcrafted margaritas, smooth tequila, and ice-cold beer — all while vibing to DJ beats and soaking in that fiesta atmosphere.
Grab your ticket now--&gt; Sarasota Taco &amp; Tequila Bar Crawl
***𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻! 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 $𝟮𝟮.𝟵𝟵 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 $𝟯𝟳.𝟵𝟵 𝗩𝗜𝗣, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼 $𝟮𝟰.𝟵𝟵 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 $𝟯𝟵.𝟵𝟵 𝗩𝗜𝗣 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁.***

 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗼 &amp; 𝗧𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:
🌮 THREE mouthwatering signature tacos
🌮 Discounted drink specials at every stop
🌮 Taco &amp; Tequila Crawl Map to guide you
🌮 Professional photographer capturing the fun
🌮 Live DJ &amp; band entertainment
🌮 Free entry into the best staples in Sarasota

 𝗩𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗼 &amp; 𝗧𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:
🌮 Exclusive Taco Crawl T-shirt* (See design below)👇
🌮 An extra tasty taco tab (4 total tacos!)
🌮1-Hour early registration to skip the lines (Starting at 1pm)
PLUS
🌮 Everything included in the general crawl ticket!
*Our awesome Taco Crawl T-shirt is available in unsex sizes of Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL for our VIP ticket holders 😎

 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹:
🌮 Raffurty's
🌮The Office
🌮 Evie's Tavern
🌮 Molly's Pub
🌮 El Melvin
🌮 Fat Rabbit
🌮 Circo

 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 (𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹):
🌮 Best Tasting Taco
🌮 Best Margarita
🌮 Favorite Bar

 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 / 𝗙𝗔𝗤:
🌮 Taco Tokens: Your map will have tabs to tear off for your delicious tacos at participating bars/restaurants at fast service taco station
🍹 Drink Specials: Flash your lanyard to unlock exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials.
💃 Free-flowing Fun: No set schedule! Pick and choose your stops, all within walking distance.
🍻 21+ Event – make sure you’ve got your ID ready!
🎉 It’s a food crawl meets bar crawl ending in an epic fiesta.
🎟️ Rain or Shine – we party no matter the weather. No refunds within 7 days of the event.
💡 Pro tip #1 : Scout participating bars when we email you the map. Plan for your favorite tacos first then go from there.
🌮 Pro tip #2: If you are coming in large groups, divide and conquer! Some grab drinks while others grab tacos.
This is THE taco party you’ve been waiting for. Get your ticket before they're gone!
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𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗨𝗦𝗔:
We’ve been doing events (bar crawls &amp; festivals) since 2015 in over 20 cities. What separates us from the other crawl companies is that we are the creators of food &amp; booze events such as our famous Taco &amp; Tequila Crawl and our Boozy Brunch Crawl that date back to 2018-2019 when we took it nationwide. There may be others out there trying to imitate the events but be sure our event is the only crawl that includes tacos in every ticket type, VIP experience, &amp; so much more. Check our Facebook &amp; Google reviews for confirmation on just how much value and fun we bring.

Please visit our blog on how to be a Taco &amp; Tequila Crawl expert at the event. Click link here: Bar Crawl USA<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/129774/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Sarasota Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl: 6th Annual, April 25th

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Sarasota High School Theater

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes, heartfelt moments, and a whole lot of trouble—with a capital “T”! This beloved Broadway classic tells the story of fast-talking salesman Harold Hill, who arrives in River City, Iowa, with a plan to con the townspeople into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he has no intention of organizing. But things get complicated when he falls for the town’s sharp-witted librarian, Marian. Packed with unforgettable songs like “76 Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” and “Till There Was You,” this charming and high-energy musical is fun for the whole family! ======== April 22 @ 7:00 PM | April 23 @ 7:00 PM | April 24 @ 7:00 PM | April 25 @ 2:00 PM | April 25 @ 7:00 PM ========
Seating is reserved for this performance, and tickets are assigned. We strongly encourage purchasing tickets in advance to ensure the best available seating. To reserve your seats, please visit our online ticketing page: <a href="https://sarasotahighschooltheatre.ludus.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sarasotahighschooltheatre.ludus.com/</a>
Remaining tickets will be sold at the box office on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning 1 hour before each show ----------------------------------------------------------
We are offering special group rates for the Saturday Matinee to nursing homes, residential care homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities. -- Please reach out for more information
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Thank you for supporting the Arts in our schools! This program is not funded by SHS or the Sarasota County School Board, so we rely on the generosity of supporters like you to keep this meaningful program thriving and accessible for our students.

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Local Event: Sarasota Orchestra Pops 3: Bond and Beyond

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Savor our authentic Portuguese and Italian dishes, immerse yourself in the cozy fall vibe, and make lasting memories.
Why you should drop by:
- 🌿 Fresh, flavorful dishes crafted from the finest ingredients
- 🎼 Live music that adds a magical touch to your dining experience
- 🍷 The perfect setting for a memorable night out with loved ones. 15% Off all bottles of wine&nbsp;
Reserve your table now and let’s make this weekend extraordinary! (941)383-1111

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✨ We’re thrilled to welcome you back to Amore Restaurant! 🌟 This Saturday, join us for an enchanting evening with Allan Souza...

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The Music Man!

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NO FLOOD * NO CDD * VOLUNTARY $35/YEAR HOA PROVIDES FINE DINING ACCESS at the Sara Bay Country Club.
AIRPLANE ENTHUSIASTS TAKE NOTE!
This bright and spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom + den + bonus room contemporary home sits on an oversized fenced corner lot and offers soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and move-in-ready peace of mind.
RECENT UPGRADES INCLUDE: Hurricane impact windows (2024) Solar panels (2024) Roof (2016) Hot water heater (2025) Refrigerator (2024) Dishwasher (2019) Garbage disposal (2021) Washer (2019) Dryer (2020) HVAC (2017) Irrigation pump (2023).
Located in sought-after Whitfield Estates, this unique neighborhood is in Manatee County while maintaining a Sarasota address. Conveniently positioned near Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, residents enjoy exceptional access to everything the area has to offer. Neighborhood highlights include: 5-minute Uber to the airport 5-minute drive to multiple colleges and universities 12-minute drive to downtown Sarasota 20-minute drive to the white sands of Lido Key Beach Not a golfer but love upscale dining?
Whitfield Estates residents may choose to pay the optional $35/year HOA fee, granting eligibility for a culinary membership at the exclusive Sara Bay Country Club. With its size, location, and convenience, this property also presents a strong opportunity for short-term rental income, Airbnb potential, or student housing investment.

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1 - Course Monte Branco, Vinhas Novas, White, Portugal *22 Lobster Claws &amp; Crab Salad Lobster Claws and Crab meat over avocado, onion, red bell peppers, tomato and cucumber salad.
2 - Course Quinta Arrobe, Mensagem, Tinto Reserva, Portugal '14 Steak Diane Seared Filet Mignon scaloppini finish with a delicious classic Diane sauce, shallots, garlic, mustard, cream, worcestershire, and brandy with fondant potatoes and asparagus.
3 - Course Super Tuscan, VOLPOLO, Podere Sapaio, Bolgheri *20 Rack of Lamb ala Rosmarina New Zealand Rack of Lamb Lollipops, marinade wine rosemary &amp; garlic, w, garlic polenta cake with gorgonzola cheese
4 - Course VIN SANTO, Badia di Morrona, Italy '16 Profiteroles Mini Italian cream puffs, filled with vanilla cream, in a bed pastry cream and topped with rich chocolate sauce, $140.00 per person all-inclusive
Limited seating available. Reserve now:(941)383-1111

Local Event: Wine-Pairing Dinner "New Spring "

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