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Sarasota
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 100 golfers played on Saturday, May 16 in Lakewood Ranch at the inaugural Valdez Veterans Services Golf Tournament, a fundraiser to support local veterans outreach and advocacy programs. The event brought together veterans, community leaders & supporters to honor military service. ABC 7
- ➤ Jeff Toale, vice president at Robert Toale & Sons, now leads the Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation and plans to double last year's $125,000 giving goal to $250,000 this year — adding volunteer programs and new services that support local nonprofits. Observer
- ➤ All Faiths Food Bank launched Margie’s Market in Newtown to bring fresh, culturally selected foods to a community long without a full-service grocery store; the one-year pilot operates Tuesday through Saturday with extended hours based on local feedback to help residents shop with dignity. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Community members gathered Saturday at JD Hamel Park on Bayfront Drive from 6 to 7 p.m. for a national Day of Action defending the Voting Rights Act & voicing concerns over changes in voting laws. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Four bronze bells, crafted in Italy, were blessed and named by Bishop Frank J. Dewane on Friday at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. They will be installed within a new 75-foot bell tower in the coming months, marking a lasting symbol of faith for the community. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Riverview High School held its graduation ceremony Saturday morning, May 16 at Robarts Arena where 627 graduates received their diplomas from local administrators. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Venice Baseball beat Vero Beach 4-2 on Friday at Lee Health Sports Complex, advancing to the Class 7A State Championship game set for Saturday at 5 p.m.—the team will now face Stoneman Douglas as it chases a seventh state title. ABC 7
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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.
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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.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an evening of live music from a talented guitarist and vocalist hailing from Boston, now based in Sarasota.
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Live Music with Scott Curts
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy eclectic performances from singer-songwriter Scott Curts as he captivates with his unique loop style.
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Mystical Visions Concert
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check venue for entry details — Enjoy the energetic vibes of a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60s to today.
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2-Day Sound Healer Certification with Tuning Forks
9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Wild Ginger Apothecary — $895 — Explore the art and science of sound healing using tuning forks over two immersive days.
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Sarasota Fine Art Show
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Sarasota Art Museum — Free admission — Discover a vibrant juried art show featuring diverse original works from talented artists.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience the unique loop stylings of singer-songwriter Scott Curts with his charming companion Apollo.
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Asian Food Festival
2-11 p.m. — JD Hamel Park — Free entry — Experience Florida's largest Asian food festival with 80+ vendors, live entertainment, and cultural showcases.
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A Day Out With Dad
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — The Mall at University Town Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled Father's Day event with activities for the whole family.
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