Whether you’re traveling to escape the chilly winds of the north, or taking a day trip from your Florida residence, Sarasota is the place to find lots to do. Here is just a summary of the entertainment, events and fun you can find around the downtown area for the weekend of February 12, 2011:
02/12/11 – Celebration on the Bay Concert with Sarasota Orchestra- 02/12/11 – Sarasota Opera presents Don Giovanni
- 02/12/11 – Historic Trolley Tours from Crocker Memorial Church
- 02/12/11 – Clay Aiken – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- 02/12/11 – Anniversary Celebration– Alumni Reunion Weekend – New College
- 02/12/11 – Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market
- 02/12/11 – New College at 50 Festival
- 02/12/11 – Greek Glendi – St. Barbara Church
- 02/12/11 – The Sound of The Beatles – Sarasota Classic Cars Museum
- 02/12/11 – OtherShore – Historic Asolo Theater
To view details on each event, simply “mouse-over” the link (don’t click), and you’ll see a description.
While you’re making plans to visit Sarasota, why not plan on staying at the Hotel Ranola….downtown’s best kept secret! One a beautiful weekend like this, you’ll enjoy the option of walking all over the city to experience dining, shopping and night-life, the way it was intended to be. No need to get a cab or drive all over.
Reserve a spacious suite for your stay in Downtown Sarasota at "The Hotel Ranola."
Downtown Sarasota has some of the best eating spots in the country! Here’s just a few suggestions:
Barnacle Bill’s Seafood
http://www.barnaclebillsseafood.com – 1526 Main Street, Sarasota - (941) 365-6800
Bijou Cafe
http://www.bijoucafe.net – 1287 1st Street, Sarasota - (941) 366-8111
Yoder’s Restaurant Inc.
http://www.yodersrestaurant.com – 3434 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota - (941) 955-7771
Marina Jack
http://www.marinajacks.com – 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota - (941) 365-4232
Columbia Restaurant
http://www.columbiarestaurant.com – 411 Saint Armands Cir, Sarasota - (941) 388-3987
Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar
http://www.creekseafood.com – 5353 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota - (941) 925-4444
Melting Pot Restaurant
http://www.meltingpot.com – 1949 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota - (941) 365-2628
