Good morning, Sarasota.

The 39th Holiday Boat Parade of Lights runs Saturday, Dec.

13, at 7 p.m. on Sarasota Bay—attendees are encouraged to view at Bayfront Park and bring cash or toy donations. Visitors may reserve tables at Marina Jack or enjoy live music at O’Leary’s Tiki Bar and Grill.

The Sarasota Ballet will perform Jazz Calendar, Divertimento No. 15, and Mozartiana (its company premiere) at the Sarasota Opera House on Dec.

19 and 20. Tickets start at $35 and are available online.

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch released a coffee table book, Lakewood Ranch — A Legacy of Living with the Land, that tells the story of the community’s growth and rich history.

The book is available for $29.99 at the Information Center, on Amazon, or at the Farmers Market.

Selby Gardens' Lights in Bloom is open through Jan.

3 on select nights, showing over 2 million lights, kids' games, balloon art, face painting, food and drink (cash bar available) and holiday photo opportunities at the downtown campus; Green Orchid offers a special holiday menu from 5-9 p.m. each evening.

The City of Sarasota straightened a 60 ft osprey perch at the bay side edge of Ken Thompson Park on City Island last week after Hurricane Milton damaged it as part of ongoing repairs.

Hudson River Foods recalled 12-ounce packages of Doughy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough — sold in 15 states including Florida — for potential salmonella contamination per an FDA report.

The recall applies to products with a best by date of July 4 and remains in effect.

Between Nov. 24 and Nov.

28, a Siesta Key home at 3916 N. Shell Road — featuring four bedrooms, a pool and 4,087 sqft — sold for $3,542,800 to top local residential sales. Other properties in nearby communities sold for varied prices and sizes.

Lakewood Ranch teen Gabriella Rawles, recovering from a torn labrum, committed to the Notre Dame women’s tennis program on Nov.

26 and will join the team in January to rebuild her game with fresh energy (she aims to perform at her best this season).

Open Mat

6-7 a.m. — TeamAlves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school — $20 mat fee for non-team members — All welcome for grappling and practicing techniques from the week.

Sarasota's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Joe's On Main — Tickets required — Celebrate the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater while enjoying festive activities and prizes.

Sarasota Half Marathon & 5K

7:00-10:30 a.m. — Nathan Benderson Park — Register for lowest price online — Experience a picturesque run while enjoying the scenic beauty of Sarasota.

Wheel of Fortune LIVE!

7 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Valet parking available — Experience America’s Game® live and spin the iconic wheel.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes from a seasoned guitarist and vocalist, Ryan Faraday.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Entry info not specified — Experience eclectic live music from a talented singer-songwriter accompanied by his loyal canine friend.

Open Mat Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Session

6-7 a.m. — TeamAlves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school — $20 mat fee for non-team members — A great opportunity for grappling and practicing techniques in a welcoming environment.

Live Music with Ben Jacobs

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Entry fee not specified — Experience a soulful pop-rock fusion with Ben Jacobs as he delivers an electrifying performance.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

6-9 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Check website for pricing — Experience a magical holiday extravaganza with Cirque Musica in Sarasota.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the vibrant musical talents of Puerto Rican artist Bri Rivera in Sarasota.