Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
Good morning, Sarasota.
💼 Business
Jeff's Bagel Run, a national bagel shop chain based in Orlando, will open two new shops in the Sarasota area.
The first shop at 14624 State Road 70 E.—set to open this summer—will be run by Sarasota natives Chris and Megan Matras.
🎭 Culture
Sarasota artist Gil Elvgren painted more than 500 oil paintings of pin-up girls that appeared in calendars, ads and on military bombers — he lived and worked on Siesta Key from the 1950s until his death on Feb.
29, 1980.
🏈 Sports
High school baseball teams in Sarasota and Manatee counties started the 2025 FHSAA district tournament on Monday with quarterfinal games — championship games will be held Thursday — as local teams earned byes after strong regular season wins.
The U21 Golf Croquet World Championship started on April 14 at Wellfield Park in Venice and will run until April 18 as players take turns to score the next hoop.
Twenty-eight international competitors, including six from the United States, are showing their skill in this unique sport.
Tomorrow at Lakewood National Golf Club, 156 professional golfers will tee off in the LECOM Suncoast Classic on the Korn Ferry Tour as they compete for a $1 million purse and a $240,000 top prize on Saturday.
Admission starts at $20—military, first responders, teachers and children under 17 can attend free.
🎉 Sarasota Events
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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!
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.
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.
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.
Dinner at Selva Grill
6-8 p.m. — Selva Downtown Sarasota — $3 contribution — Enjoy inventive Peruvian cuisine and cocktails in a chic setting.
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.
Guided Walks at Glebe Park
12-2 p.m. — Glebe Park — Free entry — Explore the natural beauty of Siesta Key while observing migratory birds in the shade.
Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance by Puerto Rican musician Bri Rivera in the heart of Sarasota.
Trivia Night
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Hillview in Southside Village — Gecko's Bucks prizes — Gather for a fun filled evening of trivia with friends and family.
Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of original music and covers by the talented Scott Curts accompanied by his loyal dog Apollo.
City of Sarasota Tree Giveaway at The Bay
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Nest at The Bay — Free entry — Discover tree care tips during a lunchtime discussion with local arborists.
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