Good morning, Sarasota.

A Longboat Key resident thanked first responders last week with a pizza party after a cardiac emergency, sparking community pride.

The town will offer free CPR and AED training at Station 91, 5490 Gulf of Mexico Drive, at 10 a.m. on Aug. 17 (RSVP required for limited space).

United Way of South Sarasota County offers hundreds of thousands of dollars in disaster aid to assist homeowners with lingering damage from Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton as recovery efforts continue from the 2024 hurricane season.

Residents are encouraged to contact their case managers for support.

Visit Sarasota County is accepting tourism industry nominations through Aug.

28 for its annual Haley Hall of Fame Awards as local businesses honor star employees, volunteers, and leaders. The celebration will be held at the Indicators and Insights Summit on Nov. 19 at Art Ovation Hotel.

Sarasota theaters present a busy arts week with shows starting and ending soon.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe finishes its Marvin Gaye revue through July 24 while Florida Studio Theatre and Venice Theatre launch new productions, and Historic Asolo Theater hosts Summer Circus Spectacular through early August.

Dakin Dairy Farm is spending more on water and fuel because of the ongoing drought, increasing expenses on the Suncoast farm that has operated since 1973.

Rain is expected this weekend but will take weeks of showers to ease drought conditions.

A Venice homeowner was surprised on Tuesday when a 9-foot alligator slid through the screened pool enclosure in Toscana Isles — a Ring camera captured the incident and a trapper from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission safely removed the animal without injury.

The National Hurricane Center indicates low odds for tropical development in the Gulf over the next 48 hours but projects a 20% chance over the next week as First Alert Weather Days warn of rain, gusty winds, & higher waves on the Suncoast.

Residents should monitor updates.

Sarasota Motor Club plans to convert a 24,000 sqft former drone headquarters at 1060 Goodrich Ave into a private club with car storage, dining and event space.

City officials will review the proposal after a recent community workshop, and project plans include donating a nearby bungalow (1716 Tenth Way).

2-Day Sound Healing Certification with Tuning Forks

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Wild Ginger Apothecary — $895 — Deepen your sound healing skills with practical training in the art and science of tuning forks.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant musical performances by the Puerto Rican musician who stands out in Sarasota's local scene.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience the sounds of a talented guitarist and songwriter as he performs his unique blend of Roots, Blues, Rock, and Soul.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience the unique loop styling of accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts in a relaxed setting.

Mystical Visions Live

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

Trey Wanvig Band Live @Pop's Sunset Grill

6-10 p.m. — Pop's Sunset Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music from the Trey Wanvig Band while lounging by the water.

Nike Basketball Camp at Sarasota High School

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Sarasota High School — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills and build camaraderie at this complete skills camp.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Bri Rivera, a talented musician with Puerto Rican roots.

Sunset Yoga on The Green

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Green at UTC — Free entry — Enjoy relaxing sunset yoga with sweet treats from Raining Berries.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique loop stylings of an accomplished singer-songwriter in sunny Sarasota.