Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
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🏘️ Community
Parrish United Methodist Church is hosting a distribution drive to supply essential items for local families in need.
Church representatives said the event will allow residents to pick up supplies later this week—providing support where it is needed most.
Knights of Columbus hosted the 7th annual Car Show and Cookout at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Lakewood Ranch on Nov.
1 to raise donations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, with about 150 car enthusiasts in attendance. Grand Knight Gordon Shellhaas said the group hopes to raise about $13,000 this year for the hospital.
On Nov. 1, the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch hosted the 23rd Suncoast Food and Wine Fest at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch, drawing nearly 2,000 guests and showcasing food samples from over 50 local restaurants.
More than $150,000 was raised for community grants with help from over 200 Rotarians who volunteered before, during, and after the event.
📰 Lifestyle
Trattoria Bella Napoli opened on Main Street in December 2024 and is run by Naples native Cesare Di Iorio with his family team, serving authentic Neapolitan dishes.
The menu features signature pizzas and handmade pasta cooked in a 900-degree oven—bringing traditional Italian flavors to the community.
🏈 Sports
Florida State snapped its four-game losing streak by beating Wake Forest—while Florida lost to Georgia and Miami fell to SMU in overtime.
UCF was also routed by Baylor, leaving Florida college football with mixed results this weekend.
🎉 Sarasota Events
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Puerto Rican musician Bri Rivera in the heart of Sarasota.
Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Entry details not provided — Experience the soulful tunes of a Berklee-trained musician now performing in Sarasota.
Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the unique loop styling of accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts and his loyal companion, Apollo.
Bri Rivera Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Marina Jack — Visit Artist's Website — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician hailing from Puerto Rico.
St. Armands Circle Art Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — St. Armands Circle — Free entry — Explore a vibrant gathering of local artists and their unique creations in a scenic island setting.
Scotty Wright Quintet Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — John C. Court Cabaret — Tickets on sale September 1 — Experience an evening of captivating jazz with Scotty Wright and his talented quintet.
Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the vibrant tunes of Bri Rivera, a rising star in the Sarasota music scene.
Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the musical talents of Ryan Faraday, a seasoned guitarist and vocalist from Sarasota.
Off the Page: Isaac Eger
6-7:30 p.m. — Selby Library — Free entry — Author Isaac Eger explores Florida's ranching history and the significance of the Great Florida Cattle Drive.
Bri Rivera Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Marina Jack — Admission details unavailable — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico, in the heart of Sarasota.
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