Good morning, Sarasota.

A guide lists the top 10 May events to give Sarasota residents a chance to enjoy local arts, food, music, and family fun — complete with dates and venues for each event.

Residents can plan ahead for a vibrant month in their community.

All 4 the Members helps seniors and caregivers with $500 grants and essential resources—applications are online for Medicaid recipients.

The nonprofit supports fixed-income residents in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Herbie Hancock talked about his long music career and future projects in a recent interview and will perform at 7 p.m. May 9 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota (tickets cost $81-$126).

Junior outside hitter Cale Zeltwanger was named Sarasota Athlete of the Week after scoring 20 kills and 18 digs in the team’s April 24 loss to Keswick Christian.

He leads his season with 271 receptions, 251 kills, and 194 digs for Sarasota Christian.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a delightful evening with the eclectic sounds of singer-songwriter Scott Curts.

Fresh Fridays: Season 5 Finale

7-10 p.m. — Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor block party with live music and dining in downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota Kentucky Derby

4-8 p.m. — ALEUR-Event Collective — Check website for prices — Celebrate Derby Day in style with mint juleps, live entertainment, and contests.

Inside the Art World

11 AM - 12 PM — Sarasota Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the latest trends and gossip in contemporary art with expert Elana Rubinfeld.

VELVET CORE Women's Pilates Retreat

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Suncoast Therapeutic Equine Partners — Cost not specified — Embrace horses, sound baths, and pilates in a scenic outdoor setting.

Mother's Day Buffet Brunch

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Phillippi Estate Park — Cost varies — Celebrate moms with a delicious buffet featuring breakfast classics and fun activities for kids.

Poetry Mic Featuring Georgia Court and Judith Rosner

12-1 p.m. — Bookstore1 — Free entry — Enjoy local poets share their original works and engage in discussion afterward.

Jazz Thursday with Barbara King and The Spirit of Jazz

5:30-8 p.m. — Sarasota Art Museum — Check website for pricing — Experience lively jazz rhythms and delightful bites at this vibrant monthly gathering.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check venue for entry fees — Enjoy an eclectic musical experience with accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts and his loyal German Shepherd companion, Apollo.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of vibrant Puerto Rican-inspired music with local talent Bri Rivera.