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Sarasota
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Temple Beth Israel members joined a guided tour of the free Embracing Our Differences exhibit at Sarasota Bayfront Park on March 13. The outdoor art show — featuring 50 billboard-sized prints from around the world — now offers Saturday tours at 10 a.m.— registration is required for groups. Observer
- ➤ On March 12, Sarasota Jungle Gardens hosted Hello Pretty Bird at historic Leonard Reid House in Newtown, where parrots performed interactive acts for local students from Star Lab and Precious Jewels Academy Learning Centers (which celebrated community heritage). Brian Reid discovered new family ties to Leonard Reid. Observer
- ➤ The Sarasota Wine Festival returns on Saturday, Mar. 21 at Five Points Park. The event will offer wine tastings, craft cocktails, live music, food trucks, and vendor booths with free access for veterans. Sarasota Magazine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Mar. 17, gas prices in Florida jumped by about 13 cents overnight, pushing regular gasoline above $4 in West Palm Beach-Boca Raton while Sarasota-area stations averaged about $3.91 — AAA data shows the surge was driven by supply issues linked to the Iran war. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ February data shows Sarasota’s single-family sales increased 6.1% to 625 with a 5% price drop to $475,000, while condo sales jumped 35.9% amid high inventory; meanwhile, Manatee’s single-family sales rose 10% with a 2.9% price increase. Local agent Lisa Otte said buyers are now more methodical. Sarasota Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high schools in Manatee and Sarasota held close baseball contests from March 16-21. On March 17, Palmetto beat Sarasota 1-0 — Tampa Prep won 1-0 in 10 innings as Venice edged Riverview 6-5 by key hits. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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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.
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Open Mat
6-7 a.m. — TeamAlves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school — $20 mat fee for non-team members — A welcoming occasion to grapple and refine your techniques from the week.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music from local sensation Bri Rivera, steeped in Puerto Rican tradition.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Entry fee unknown — Enjoy an evening of diverse musical styles from an accomplished local artist.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of music as Scott Curts performs live, accompanied by his German Shepherd, Apollo.
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Mystical Visions Concert
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.
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Get Your Mutt Movin' 5K Run & Walk
8-11 a.m. — Payne Park — Fundraising for animal rescue — Help support Satchel's Last Resort Animal Rescue while enjoying a community 5K run and walk with your furry friends.
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Polo Match at Sarasota Polo Club
1-6 p.m. — Sarasota Polo Club — Check the event page for ticket prices — Enjoy a beautiful day of polo action and festivities at the Sarasota Polo Club.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Experience the captivating sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented Puerto Rican musician making waves in the Sarasota music scene.
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Ringling Underground - April Showcase
8-11 p.m. — The Ringling Grillroom — $15 / Free for Members & Students w/ID — Experience captivating live music and a showcase of emerging student artists in a vibrant museum courtyard.
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