Good morning, Sarasota.

Dawson, a calm and well-trained 3-year-old Staffordshire mix, is seeking a forever home at Sarasota County Animal Services (8451 Bee Ridge Road).

Adopters are encouraged to bring current pets for a meet-and-greet to see if Dawson is the right match.

This week’s concerts include a Friday show at Fogartyville with Ford and Smothers, today’s event at Encore Live featuring Greg Billings, Sunday’s performance by Rev.

Billy C. Wirtz, a reggae set at Beach Club by Jah Movement, and a Thursday blues gig at Celtic Ray in Punta Gorda.

Sarasota-born singer Naarai Jacobs backed up Mick Jagger on the Rolling Stones’ album Foreign Tongues, recorded in Los Angeles in August 2025 and released this month.

The veteran vocalist, who also worked with Beyoncé, will focus on her own songwriting after her tour with Daniel Caesar ends in September.

New College Foundation will vote on a plan to dissolve its nearly 50-year-old alumni association (replacing its voting chair with a new Alumni Engagement Committee) at a board meeting on Wednesday, July 29.

Alumni leaders say critics may be sidelined and legal action could follow if the changes are approved.

The Sarasota City Commission granted final approval on July 20 for Sarasota Youth Sailing’s new $3 million operations center at City Island in Ken Thompson Park; the two-story, sustainably designed facility will replace an RV office + metal shed by providing open-air boat storage, classrooms and offices for youth programs.

The city approved a $51 million plan to modernize its 12th Street wastewater facility with new equipment, rebuilt clarifiers, and upgraded piping.

Rehabilitation will begin in summer 2027 to finish by end of 2030 — a move to boost resilience and protect the bay.

Today on Suncoast View, registered nurse Lynn Gordon explained how to safely wash produce to avoid the cyclospora parasite.

She recommended scrubbing firm fruits and veggies under cold running water and cleaning surfaces — cooking remains the only proven way to kill the parasite.

Booker High School dismissed athletic director and football coach Carlos Woods Friday morning after his debut season and named girls volleyball coach Angie Byrd as athletic director.

Non-contact practice begins July 27 with contact starting Aug. 1, leading to the season opener against Venice on Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

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.

Mystical Visions Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check website for admission — Enjoy a lively performance by a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.

Caleb Wayne Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check artist's website — Enjoy a dynamic mix of country, rock, and original songs from aspiring Sarasota musician Caleb Wayne.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check out musical talent from Puerto Rico bringing her sound to Sarasota.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of accomplished guitarist and songwriter Ryan Faraday as he performs a mix of roots, blues, and rock music.

Detroit Mike & Trey Wanvig Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — JR's Old Packinghouse Cafe — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of blues with Trey Wanvig in a lively local setting.