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Sarasota
Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Promise of South Sarasota County broke ground on a new shelter in Venice by renovating a former assisted living facility to house four to six families in its Bridge Housing program. The renovation—now costing $700,000 with $150,000 still needed—is slightly ahead of schedule and will finish in 18 to 20 weeks while a fundraising gala is set for Oct 11 at Plantation Golf & Country Club. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists, business leaders and officials will meet on Nov. 13 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at Selby Auditorium on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to discuss how warming is reshaping ecosystems — the conference is organized by the Sarasota-based Climate Adaptation Center. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy the captivating sounds of musician Bri Rivera, a standout talent from Puerto Rico, as she performs live on the waterfront.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Marina Jack — Check event page for details — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico making waves in Sarasota's music scene.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program
2-8 p.m. — American Graphics Institute — Check for tuition details — Enhance your design skills with a comprehensive graphic design certificate course.
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Weekend Psychic & Holistic Expo
9 AM – 6 PM — Sarasota Sahib Shrine Event Center — Admission varies — Explore the realms of spirituality with psychics, mediums, and holistic products.
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Community in Motion 5K & 1 Mile Walk
8:30-11:00 a.m. — Nathan Benderson Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate fitness and community spirit at this annual 5K and 1 Mile Walk event.
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Justin Layman Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — The Ugly Grouper — Free entry — Experience an evening of Folk, Rock, and R&B from the talented Sarasota singer-songwriter Justin Layman.
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Stories of Sarasota: A Conversation & Book Signing with Jeff LaHurd
6-7 p.m. — Bookstore1 — Free entry — Explore Sarasota's transformation with acclaimed historian Jeff LaHurd in an engaging book signing event.
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We’ve Got Short Shorts at Sarasota Jewish Theatre
1:30-3:30 p.m. — The Players Centre for Performing Arts — $24 — Enjoy two contemporary comedic plays exploring faith and identity in a lively theatrical setting.
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Cabana Dogs Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — $ — Dance to high-energy beach rock and soulful tunes by Sarasota's own Cabana Dogs.
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Tyler Farr Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Big Top Live — Tickets available — Experience the electric country-rock sounds of Tyler Farr with his chart-topping hits and engaging stage presence.
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