Good morning, Sarasota.

Volunteers at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church cooked meals on July 23 for Resurrection House, preparing portions including sloppy Joes, vegetables, and cookies for 45 to 75 people.

The church plans to recruit more help in November for Kids Against Hunger meal packs — bolstering local efforts.

Sarasota-based Rita Chiha launched Arziya, a luxury resort wear brand featuring handcrafted kaftans + abayas inspired by her Lebanese childhood after spending 20 years as a stay-at-home mom.

The Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation invites residents to submit nominations for its annual Six to Save list until Sept.

15 (submissions can be made online) as it highlights historic resources at risk.

New College officials plan to dissolve their nearly 50-year-old alumni association and form an Alumni Engagement Committee— the Foundation board will vote on the change Wednesday, and alumni leaders may pursue legal action if approved.

Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday runs until Aug.

20 and exempts tax on school supplies and computer accessories that meet price limits — families in Sarasota preparing for the new school year starting Aug. 10 can shop in-store or online.

Sarasota County voters will choose among seven candidates for three open school board seats on Aug.

18 as the district faces falling enrollment and budget cuts. In Districts 1, 4 and 5, candidates propose reforms on literacy and funding transparency (with voucher system tweaks) to steer schools through fiscal challenges.

Rangeland High is planning an 800-900 seat auditorium that will serve community groups for live performances if extra funding is secured.

A funding decision is expected by December or January as the school project stays on track for August 2027.

After heavy rain flooded St. Armands Circle last week, county officials repaired a failed sensor and allocated $13.7 million to boost flood resiliency.

A design team will be contracted soon & construction-ready plans are expected by early to mid-2027.

Longboat Key Fire Rescue is repairing its state-loaned, high-water vehicle—a 1998 truck with leaks costing over $9,000—to prepare for floods, and the department has added a Jon boat as an alternative for reaching flooded areas.

Hospitals in Sarasota are expanding residency programs to train more doctors as the local population grows older and healthcare needs rise.

HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System have improved learning spaces with simulation labs & wellbeing amenities, aiming to boost local retention of new physicians.

Trevion Dixon, a rising senior, is set to play wide receiver this fall for Braden River High after switching from basketball.

He earned East County Athlete of the Week after recording 505 receiving yards last season (his first year) and he hopes to lead his team to a winning record.

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.