Good morning, Sarasota.

A Longboat Key officer rescued three baby ducks from a storm drain on Saturday, June 6 near (525 Bay Isles Pkwy).

He called backup to safely free the ducks and reunite them with their grateful mother.

Michael Jordan’s exclusive 1000 North club is set to open in downtown Sarasota in October at 520 North Tamiami Trail.

The new venue spans over 23,000 sqft and will offer private dining, a dedicated wine lounge and curated menus similar to its iconic Jupiter location.

West Marine will close eight Florida stores as part of its nationwide restructuring following its Chapter 11 filing, though no closing dates have been set.

Customers can shop liquidation sales at these locations & continue using gift cards, rewards, and warranties as before.

With Florida’s SB 1134 set to bar local funds for diversity and inclusion events beginning in 2027, Wilton Manors is bracing for changes as its annual Pride festival on June 20 may lose key municipal support.

Officials say the law puts local celebrations at risk and could force funding choices.

Fifty-five Sarasota restaurants will continue to offer $25 two-course lunches & $45 three- or four-course dinners with wine pairings until the end of June; the deals extend the 21st annual Savor Sarasota event after its official run ended earlier this month.

Hundreds gathered at The Bay on June 14 for a FIFA World Cup watch party and community tournament where former competitor Trevor Sinclair joined local fans.

The event showed matches between Germany and Curaçao + Netherlands and Japan and ran a 3v3 soccer tournament by Sarasota Paradise.

The inaugural Hoop Vibe Summer League runs at Braden River High from June 2 to 25, featuring sixteen boys teams playing on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. The league gives local high school players a chance to gain game experience before their season begins.

Elliott Mathes earned Sarasota Athlete of the Week recognition for his role in helping Sarasota Crew’s U16 Men’s Eight capture bronze at the USRowing Youth National Championships on Jun.

14 at Nathan Benderson Park + the rising freshman from Pine View School clocked a time of 6:32.84.

Parrish Community High’s Emmaline Van Beck was named the Herald-Tribune Softball Player of the Year, and fans may vote until Saturday, Jun.

20 at 10 a.m. to confirm or change the choice on Instagram (voting details are available online).

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience eclectic sounds from an accomplished singer-songwriter in a relaxed atmosphere.

Towles Court Artwalk

4-8 p.m. — Towles Court Artist Studios — Free entry — Explore local art and meet creators in a vibrant community setting with live music and refreshments.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Experience the sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico, in an intimate live setting.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Experience the musical talents of guitarist and vocalist Ryan Faraday as he performs a mix of Roots, Blues, Rock, and Soul.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Visit Artist's Website — Experience the eclectic musical stylings of accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts accompanied by his loyal companion, Apollo.

Mystical Visions Concert

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of energetic pop/rock hits from the 60’s to today with a female-fronted band.

Sound Healer Certification Course

9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. — Wild Ginger Apothecary — $895 — Enhance your sound healing skills and confidently facilitate group sessions through this immersive certification training.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music by this talented Puerto Rican artist in a cozy setting.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check the site for cost — Enjoy a night of captivating music from a talented guitarist and vocalist.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a night of eclectic music with accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts and his loyal companion, Apollo.