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Sarasota
Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lakewood Ranch CERT hosted the Celebrate Our First Responders event at Greenbrook Adventure Park on Feb. 7 so kids could learn CPR + meet first responders including members of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue. The event celebrated CERT’s 20th anniversary and urged new volunteers to join. Observer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A brushfire burned 120 acres in Saddle Oak Estates on Saturday, leaving scorched grass and prompting neighbors to worry about pet safety + fire crews quickly responded to the blaze. Officials advise homeowners to maintain defensible space to help ward off future fires. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds gathered for the Ukraine Festival in North Port to celebrate Ukrainian culture and raise funds for children in need, military hospitals and frontline evacuation groups — the event featured live Ukrainian music, food and art provided by the St. Andrews Ukrainians Cultural and Religious Center. ABC 7
- ➤ Circus veteran Mary Jane Miller, who began performing at 18 with no formal training, celebrated her 104th birthday on Saturday at the Showfolks of Sarasota Club — enjoying dinner, popcorn, and cake — and reflected on a lifetime of adventure. FOX 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local forecasters released updated beach and boating conditions for Sunday based on a Feb. 8 update. Sarasota residents should check wind speeds + water conditions as they plan their coastal outings. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local synchronized skating teams from the Southwest Florida Figure Skating Club will travel to Hershey to compete in their season's final synchronized figure skating contest. The three teams, each with about 15-member participants, are eager to perform in what Lucy Fulton described as their last hurrah. ABC 7
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Inside the Art World
11 a.m. — Sarasota Art Museum — Free entry — Explore contemporary art insights with expert Elana Rubinfeld in an engaging atmosphere.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy the sounds of professional guitarist Ryan Faraday as he showcases his talents in a lively setting.
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ABBA Nova Tribute Band Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tree Fort Productions — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying magic of ABBA with powerhouse vocals and stunning '70s costumes.
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Mystical Visions Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of classic and contemporary pop/rock hits performed by a vibrant female fronted band.
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38 Special Concert
8:00 p.m. — Thunder By The Bay — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying Southern Rock sounds of 38 Special.
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Live Performance by Bri Rivera
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a standout musician from Puerto Rico.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating music from a talented guitarist and vocalist.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of eclectic music styles from talented singer-songwriter Scott Curts.
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Mystical Visions Band Performance
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a lively night of pop/rock covers from the 60’s to today with the energetic Mystical Visions.
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Circus Sarasota
1-2 p.m. — Nathan Benderson Park — Various prices — Experience the thrill of Circus Sarasota with a variety of performances suitable for all ages.
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