Good morning, Sarasota.

The Humane Society of Sarasota reported a record weekend as a Florida Mega Adoption Event helped dozens of dogs and cats find homes, easing shelter crowding.

Reduced adoption fees encouraged families to bring pets home, creating space for incoming animals.

Two-week-old foal Nezuko (first born in eight years) was born June 7 at Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions in Myakka City, and Rebecca McCullough and her daughter Sydney plan to boost the ranch's breeding program with more foals next year.

Fourteen-year-old sisters Scarlett and Amelia Evancic use art to express identity, with Scarlett’s award-winning collage and Amelia’s digital sketches leading them to plan art classes at Lakewood Ranch High.

They credit their teacher for inspiring creativity (a boost from family passion).

World Cup tourists in Sarasota will soon enjoy local favorites such as Mai Tais limited to two per customer at Bahi Hut, free smoked fish dip at Walt’s Fish Market, feeding flamingos at Sarasota Jungle Gardens, and a quirky kissing statue that shows the city’s charm.

Newtown held a Juneteenth celebration on June 19 with a market featuring local businesses (offering treats and cuisine) where community members honored the end of slavery.

One attendee, Natasha Clemons, said she hopes the community can celebrate like this more often.

Yesterday at SCF Venice and SCF Bradenton, State College of Florida awarded over 1,000 degrees and certificates to 474 graduates amid nearly 2,000 guests; faculty also recognized academic achievement and military veteran service with awards.

Nearly 52,000 children and families joined 380 free learning events during Suncoast Remake Learning Days, held over 15 days in May across local counties including Sarasota.

Nearly 370 organizations, from schools to museums, hosted interactive sessions supported by The Patterson Foundation & Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading.

A new study ranks Holmes Beach, Anna Maria, and Siesta Key as top spots for bottlenose dolphin sightings in local Gulf waters.

The report shows the area’s appeal for wildlife enthusiasts today.

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.

Mystical Visions: Live Music Experience

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

Bri Rivera Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from Puerto Rican talent Bri Rivera.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check out a talented vocalist from Puerto Rico making waves in Sarasota's music scene.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Ryan Faraday, a versatile musician from Sarasota.