Good morning, Sarasota.

The Curran Foundation began its Florida chapter in Lakewood Ranch by awarding three grants to local nonprofits in Manatee and Sarasota counties to support children’s education, athletics and health.

It will give away $250,000 by year’s end as it builds community partnerships.

Reel Equals Film Festival will run March 5-10 at Ringling College of Art and Design, the Sarasota Art Museum and online to showcase films on motherhood and mental health.

Screenings include 'Hello, Mother' and '24 Days Without You,' and Anxiety Club opens with a filmmaker Q&A.

USF Sarasota-Manatee and New College of Florida remain separate as each school receives federal funding for key projects—a Center for Entrepreneurship at USF and a greenway trail at New College—with Rep. Vern Buchanan saying this plan meets our community's diverse educational needs.

City staff reported that 14,000 gallons of raw wastewater spilled into Sarasota Bay at Ringling Causeway Park Monday morning due to a shifted concrete vault (likely from soil erosion during hurricane season) and they clamped the break, applied lime, and began cleanup while taking water samples.

Olympic success has spurred youth hockey in Sarasota and Manatee counties as teams like the Sarasota Ice Rays and Lakewood Ranch High gain local attention.

A public-private agreement for a new rink at Premier Sports Campus North may expand ice access soon.

Braden River High wrestling will send eight wrestlers to state championships from March 5-7 at Silver Spurs Arena (in Kissimmee), matching their program’s record from last season.

Mystical Visions Live

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy great tunes — A female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.

Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles Spring Training

8:05 AM – 2:05 PM — Ed Smith Stadium — Free trial available — Catch the Minnesota Twins take on the Baltimore Orioles live in spring training action.

The Mirror Crack'd

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Asolo Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling performance showcasing mystery and drama.

A Night with Janis Joplin

Mar 11-26 — Keating Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the explosive energy of Janis Joplin and the legendary artists who inspired her.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a night of eclectic tunes from an accomplished singer-songwriter accompanied by his German Shepherd.

Sarasota Ukulele Festival & Concert

11:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Sarasota Orchestra — $35+ — Enjoy workshops, a champagne reception, and a lively concert featuring Them Uke Boyz and Uke 66.

Beginning Bird Photography Workshop

8:30-10:00 a.m. — Sarasota Audubon Nature Center — $10 – $20 — Enhance your bird photography skills in a beautiful natural setting with experienced guidance.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy the captivating sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented Puerto Rican musician, as she lights up the local music scene.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with the talented Ryan Faraday showcasing his musical talents.

Spring Training: Pirates vs. Orioles

2:05-7:05 p.m. — Ed Smith Stadium — Cost unknown — Enjoy a split squad matchup as the Pirates take on the Orioles in an exciting spring training game.