Good morning, Sarasota.

A Sarasota teen, Tyler LaPlaca, founded a new Leo Club after rallying 20 local volunteers at Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy.

The club now includes 30 members from local schools (promising future community service) and is supported by the Bradenton Lions Club.

Saks Sarasota will remain open after Saks Global & Simon Property Group held productive talks amid Chapter 11 restructuring.

The store continues to serve shoppers at The Mall at University Town Center.

A longtime restaurant reopens at its new Gulf Gate location, offering locals the familiar menu and updated décor in a fresh setting.

Local author Katie Alyx, who is legally blind (with guide dog Quincey), is set to release her new scary book 'Reality' soon in Sarasota after six published works in the past year.

Longboat Key will install 56 banners featuring a classic American flag design on Gulf of Mexico Drive ahead of July 4 to support town preparations for its 250th celebration.

Town officials chose the design to allow year-round reuse and help keep costs down.

Sarasota residents can beat the heat with frozen cocktails today.

O’Leary’s serves a classic piña colada at Bayfront Park, Wicked Cantina features a popular mango margarita on N. Tamiami Trail, and Whitney’s on Longboat Key offers a sweet frosé made with rosé wine.

Between May 18 and 22, a Country Club home at 13318 Palmers Creek Terrace topped Lakewood Ranch residential sales at $3.2 million—sold to local buyers Amit Gupta and Bharti Jasra.

The FHSAA proposed a new Open Division playoff format for high school team sports using MaxPreps rankings and a round robin system for football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, baseball, and softball.

The format, set to start in the 2026-27 season, was released ahead of the board meeting on June 7-8.

Venice High pitcher Carter Cox was named the Herald-Tribune All-Area Baseball Player of the Year on Tuesday, June 2, with the team featuring top players from Sarasota and Manatee counties.

The honor recognized outstanding baseball performance from the region.

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.

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.

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.

Bri Rivera Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info unavailable — Experience the vibrant sounds of Puerto Rican music with local talent Bri Rivera.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of eclectic blues and rock with professional musician Ryan Faraday.

2026 USRowing Youth National Championships

Four days of elite racing — Nathan Benderson Park — General Admission 4-Day Pass: $94 — Watch the nation’s top young rowers compete for national titles in a vibrant atmosphere.

Mystical Visions Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy the energetic sounds of a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60s to today.

Lady Disdain: A Hilarious Fantasy Romance

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Asolo Repertory Theatre — $31.50 — Experience a witty romantic comedy with a battle of wits and voices between rival audiobook narrators.

Tasting the City - Sarasota Food Tasting Event

5:30-8 p.m. — BMW of Sarasota — $100 — Discover culinary delights from local restaurants while enjoying live entertainment and giveaways.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of tropical tunes from a rising star in the local music scene.