From John McCarthy of S.C.O.P.E.: [clearboth]At the recent Universal Design Coalition Forum held at the headquarters of the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee, I was reminded of how much our built environment influences our personal livability, comfort and...
Read MoreComing in June, the US Rowing Youth Nationals - an exciting event at Benderson - join in as a volunteer, an ambassador, or come out to see the action! [clearboth] Dear Nathan Benderson Park Supporters and Sport Enthusiasts, In just...
Read MoreSarasota Beaches will be in need of a good cleanup after the 4th of July - come on out July 5 and help Keep Sarasota County Beautiful!
Read MoreCome see some of our most fascinating residents - sit in the Urfer Pavilion and get acquainted with our colorful and clever snakes. [caption id="attachment_4253" align="alignleft" width="583"] Urfer Family Park: The Snakes of Florida[/caption]
Read MoreA monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events Birding Diversity at the Carlton Reserve Calling all birding enthusiasts! Be tantalized and wowed by the vast array of bird species and nature found at the beautiful Carlton Reserve. Join local birder,...
Read MoreApril is the coolest month - in Sarasota's parks A monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events Birding at Manasota Scrub Preserve Join avid birder, Nancy Edmondson, as you explore Manasota Scrub Preserve searching for spring migrant and resident birds,...
Read MoreThe 2015 Tour de Parks (TdP) will be held Sunday, March 22. The TdP features 15, 37 and 62-mile bicycle fun rides (not a race) with the three routes “visiting” forty-four City, County and State Parks. Rider support, rest stops with...
Read MoreHere's how to join in: Volunteers are needed around the county (view locations below) to help pick up litter and keep our community clean. T-shirts will be provided to the first 800 volunteers who register plus trash bags and...
Read MoreOn Nov. 1, come to Ken Thompson Park for a fun celebration of the importance of Sarasota Bay to the region! Saturday, November 1, 2014 @ Beautiful Ken Thompson Park 2013 Photo Slideshow 2012 Photo Slideshow Join the fun celebration...
Read MoreWe are pleased and excited to announce the opening of The Worthy Cause Store, a full-catalog Internet retailer, headquartered in Sarasota and wholly-owned by a growing number of community nonprofit organizations. Shop for Good. Shop our large and diverse...
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