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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sam Goodwin, one of the few Americans freed by Syria’s Assad regime before its collapse, spoke at a Rotary Club event at the Urbanite Theater in Sarasota where he recounted his capture, 62 days in prison, and his near-complete quest to visit 193 countries. He signed copies of his book for local guests and urged travelers to prioritize safety—sharing his message of hope after a long ordeal. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Many top Sarasota restaurants will offer special Easter brunches and dinners on April 20, with menus ranging from carving stations to prix-fixe feasts. The events feature family-friendly touches and waterfront views — reservations are required for most spots. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Tammy Hauser runs Discover Sarasota Tours from a 1930s bungalow on Fruitville Road—offering trolley tours that share Sarasota's architecture, history and culture with local visitors. Her guided trips now also include tours in Venice and feature free parking and a gift shop for added convenience. Observer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three East County schools—Gilbert W McNeal Elementary, Carlos E. Haile Middle, and Dr. Mona Jain Middle—are set to compete at the Vex Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas from May 12-14, and the students will build robots to complete new challenges. Observer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A guide to eco-friendly fashion brands has been released to help Sarasota shoppers make sustainable choices this Earth Month — the list includes ethical clothing, eco-friendly shoes, accessories, and intimates. With Earth Day on April 22, consumers will shop for stylish items that support environmental efforts. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ A new NOAA report estimates Hurricane Milton caused more than $34 billion in damage—mostly in Florida—and said forecasts considerably underestimated its track and strength. The storm made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane at Siesta Key six months ago—complicating damage assessments in an area recently hit by Hurricane Helene. ABC 7
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Golf fans in Lakewood Ranch will see the Korn Ferry Tour’s LECOM Suncoast Classic from April 16th to 19th at Lakewood National, where the tournament will use the Commander course—changing the nines for the event—to test players with hard holes. Officials say holes 1, 11, 12 and 16 will challenge golfers as wind may change play. Observer
- ➤ Voters selected Makenzie Pandelo as the top midseason hitter and Isabella Yazzetti as the best pitcher in local high school softball—both from Parrish Community. Pandelo hit .500 with one home run, four doubles and nine RBI while Yazzetti held a 4—1 record with a 0.57 ERA and 29 strikeouts in 24.2 innings as of March 24. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a local artist rooted in Puerto Rican musical traditions.
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Venice Sharks Tooth Festival
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Centennial Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and fossil vendors at this community celebration.
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Sarasota Polo Club Popup
10 AM – 4 PM — Sarasota Polo Club — Tickets available online — Enjoy a vibrant day of polo and art with live entertainment and delicious refreshments.
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Architecture Walking Tour
1-2 p.m. — Sarasota Art Museum — Free entry — Discover the rich history of Sarasota’s architecture with expert insights from Marty Hylton.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Visit Artist's Website — Enjoy a vibrant evening with local musician Bri Rivera, celebrated for her heartfelt performances and musical heritage.
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Spring Concert
GCHFA, a non-profit in Sarasota that provides full band, orchestra, choral, recorder, and general music classes for homeschooled students, celebrates 15 years. Join us for our free Spring Concert at North Port HS PAC at 6:30 pm to see every group perform including alumni and teachers for our big finale!
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Elton John Tribute Concert in Sarasota
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a detailed re-creation of Elton John's iconic '70s performances with Rus Anderson.
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Rainbow Full of Sound Concert
10 PM – 2 AM — 975 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL — Cost info not provided — Experience a unique musical fusion of Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin performed by Waynard Scheller's band.
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Celebrate John Williams
7:30-9 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Tickets available — Experience the iconic music of John Williams from films like Star Wars and E.T. performed live.
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Dinner at Selva Grill
6-8 p.m. — Selva Downtown Sarasota — $3 contribution — Enjoy inventive Peruvian cuisine and cocktails in a chic setting.
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Sunset Day Party
4-8 p.m. — Georgies UTC Restaurant & Bar — $30 – $750 — Enjoy a lively sunset atmosphere with HipHop and R&B beats spinning by live DJs.
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