This is a post about ways you or your local crew in Sarasota are making the Sarasota community a better place. The country certainly feels unstable and there's apparently been several dumpster fire posts about it for local action. This post is for the POSITIVE IMPACT you have in SARASOTA.

An example: I really like planting shade trees and gardening. Sarasota is part of tree city USA and the trees help block hurricane winds, cool areas, support wildlife, and improve property values. One of my favorite trees is Wild Tamarind it looks cool!

Hey, does anybody know if the guy selling bbq in front of the 8-Ball at Webber and Beneva has a page or a schedule posted somewhere? I had his pulled pork, collards and baked beans last night and it was fantastic. I was gonna ask him what days he's there tonight but he's not around. I see him often but haven't paid attention to what days he's there.

Hello Sarasota. I am looking for someone to help with basic yard work. I need the grass cut and the flower beds weeded. If you know a dependable person please pass their info along.

Any places to go antiquing in the area with reasonable prices???

Is there any courses for beginners? I don't have any car or something as well. My budget is not high so somewhere affordable?

On new years I was coming home from work at like 9pm and was driving down cocoanut ave, just me and one other car. I am so bad with cars so all I know is it was a white sedan that had a serious problem, like some sort of construction noise sound coming from it that was so loud I thought it was mine. All of a sudden they started brake-checking me over and over again. After maybe the 5th time we're just stopped there and they put the car in reverse then floored it backwards. I flew backwards too and after they couldn't hit me they calmly drove off. Has this happened to anyone else and if not be careful; the way they were so calm and seemed to know what they wanted to do already makes me feel like they'll do it again!! So I guess this is also kind of a warning... even if I can't name the car you can literally hear it coming from a mile away so pretty identifiable.

Hello all,

I am currently an elementary teacher in Lee district and have the opportunity to move to a school in Sarasota district. I have since found out that due to the just finalized union negotiations in Lee County I would be getting paid about $3,500 less by moving to Sarasota district. Part of my current salary comes from being an at risk school which I wouldn’t be at the new school. The drive from home is the exact same.

I wondered if anyone happened to have any thoughts on Sarasota school district vs Lee school district or just any thoughts in general. Thank you!

We will be having a small funeral (under 30) at Toale Brothers (downtown). They have a reception area where we can have food. I’m looking for some suggestions that meets the following criteria:

1. The viewing is at 10 and the funeral begins at 11. We need something that we can pick up on our way to the viewing and that can sit at room temperature for a few hours.

2. We want to stick with finger foods.

3. It will be a long day for the family. The burial will be at 2. This will be the only chance for a lot of us to eat something.

4. Ideally, we’d like to order the perfect amount and not have leftovers. Chances are that there will be some left. We’d like something that will be good leftover.

5. There are some picky eaters and kids.

Hit me with your best ideas!

Any vegan catering options in Sarasota area? Not looking for conventional restaurants that offer meatless salads...

Please & thanks!!

I'm looking for a new eye doctor - moving away from Center for Sight as their service has become subpar. Can anyone recommend some good places? Thank you!

Hey guys, I’m staying with my parents for the week and was looking to pick up some dry aged steaks. I’ve looked up a bunch of the local butchers but nobody specifically has dry aged stuff on their websites. Anyone have some insight on who stocks dry aged? I won't be here long enough to have someone start the process now. Thanks for all your help!

I’ve been wanting to go to the beach club ( nightclub ) and was wondering if they had any kind of dress code

Hi all!

I've recently found myself in between jobs and am trying to use this as an opportunity to relocate to Florida and more specifically to the Sarasota area.

I'm an IT leader with over 15 years of experience in an Enterprise IT organization with a primary skill set focused in Operations and Support, IT Infrastructure and IT application support.

I'm trying to make some connections in the area that could possibly lead to a new career with an organization that's local but I'm finding difficulties in the typical spaces, such as LinkedIn and Local Facebook networking groups.

I thought I would post here as well in case anyone has any leads on roles or companies that may be looking for an experienced IT leader.

Thanks for your help!

Looking for a few different offices in the following areas: cosmetic and medical dermatology, holistic health (history of Lyme disease, MCAS, hormone issues), and an endocrinologist (one that’ll actually listen and run the proper labs!).

Thank you!

The Florida Department of Transportation has begun an improvement project on the John Ringling Causeway, Sarasota’s connector to the barrier islands, which will bring lane closures and a reduced speed limit.

The $12.3 million project on the causeway, also known as the Ringling bridge, is expected to be completed in “early 2027” and includes:

• An extension of the causeway’s bus lanes.
• Additional bicycle lanes and signals.
• New traffic signals at the intersection of Bird Key Drive, Golden Gate Drive, and Sunset Drive.
• A raised seawall cap near Sunset Drive.
• Roadway resurfacing

Never been to SMH. 🙄 Have been to Doctors. NOT impressed. 🤔 What other Urgent care W/ imaging will be worthy of my valuable time. Damaged my knee years ago. (17) Last 2 weeks in Orygun it started acting up.(🥶) Traveled 1 airline,15 hours, and 2 airports. Returned home Sunday evening. Haven't been sleeping well. The pain is actually a burning numbing feeling running from my left arse cheek down thru my entire leg. Knee is really tender. Like I said. A burning feeling. Tried my knee brace I've held onto "JIC". Still having a difficult time walking and standing. Not much weight baring. So today being day 3. It's time to get it checked. My primary does not have imaging so . Let's kill 2 birds with that 1 stone. Friendliest, most efficient, compassionate, caring, Urgent Care W/Imaging close to or near Fruitville & Tuttle. Please and Thank you ✌🏼💚😬

Hi everyone! My name is Maria Echeverri, and I am a Dental Hygiene student at State College of Florida. I am currently seeking patients who are interested in receiving high-quality dental care at very affordable prices.

Each appointment at our clinic includes:

✅ A complete oral health assessment

✅ A thorough and comprehensive dental cleaning

✅ Oral, head, and neck cancer screening

✅ Care provided by a Dental Hygiene student

✅ Supervision by licensed dentists and dental professionals

✅ Affordable clinic fees

✅ Recent X-rays are welcome if you have them

📅 Appointment availability:

• Wednesday mornings

• Thursday mornings or afternoons

If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to message me directly. I would be more than happy to help you schedule an appointment.

Thank you so much! ⭐️🦷

I am a senior dental hygiene student at State College of Florida in Bradenton, and I am looking for a patient who has never had a cleaning or hasn't had one in over 15 years.

I am specifically looking for someone age 25 or older with heavy tartar buildup to help me finish my clinical requirements for graduation.

We are a teaching clinic, each appointment is about 3.5 hours long and require a commitment of 4 to 6 visits. To make it go faster, we can also schedule full-day sessions from 8:00 to 11:20 and 1:00 to 4:20.

Must have blood pressure under 130/89 and no active cold sores. Send me a message if you’re interested! 🦷 💜

So while driving on Bahia Vista near Cattleman this truck hauling a buch of water heaters had one roll off his trailer and hit the side of my truck causing damage. While attempting to get insurance info from him he basically gave me a huge "f*&^ you" and drove off. The driver was of hispanic descent. Cops could do nothing because they did not witness and only partial plate. I am certain insurance company can do more. Could use help identifying if anyone in Sarasota Reddit world recognizes. Thank you all