Are you a “Sarasota Traveler?”

Whether you come to the Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida area for business or pleasure, its sandy white beaches, or because it’s one of the most artistic and culturally rich cities in America, you have a new resource for networking with like-minded people. “The Sarasota Traveler” is a brand new LinkedIn Group that is an excellent tool for networking, connecting and sharing information, reviews, deals, event details and news specific to Sarasota. There’s never a cost to participate, and members will be “in-the-know” on what’s happening around town.

Before you make your trip, be sure to place your reservations early for Hotel Ranola; downtown Sarasota’s best kept secret. Stay in a home away from home, that’s literally within walking distance to the Bayfront, Selby Gardens, entertainment venues, the downtown night-life and more!

Here’s what’s happening around Sarasota this weekend:

Friday, July 29, 2011
Babe Ruth League Southeast Regional Tournament – Babe Ruth Field – time varies
Fox Lea Grand Prix – Fox Lea Farms – Venice – Starts in the A.M.
Film Firdays: Morning Light – South Florida Museum – 6pm
Sarasota Firefighters 4th Annual Casino Night Fundraiser – Bentley’s Resort – 6:30pm
Over the Tavern – The Players Theatre – 8pm
Stephen Harlan Show – Wyland Gallery – 10am

Saturday, July 30th, 2011
Babe Ruth League Southeast Regional Tournament – Babe Ruth Park – time varies
Fox Lea Grand Prix – Fox Lea Farms – Venice – Starts in the A.M.
Cinéma Vérité: The Paintings of Matt Coombs – Clothesline Gallery – 4pm
Tribute to Johnny Cash – Sarasota Classic Car Museum – 5pm & 7:30pm
Duane Freeman of Kool Breeze – Bentley’s Resort Hotel – 6pm
STQ On the Beach – Lido Public Beach – 7pm
Over the Tavern – The Players Theatre – 8pm
Southeastern Guide Dogs “Follow the Paw Prints” Art Project – 10am
Stephen Harlan Show – Wyland Gallery – 10am
Christmas in July – The Loft Ristobar – 10pm
Southeastern Guide Dogs Puppy Love at the Discovery Center – 11am
Hip Hop & Bboy Workshop – Sara Dance Center – 12pm

Sunday, July 31, 2011
Babe Ruth League Southeast Regional Tournament – Babe Ruth Park – time varies
Fox Lea Grand Prix – Fox Lea Farms – Venice – Starts in the A.M.
Our Son’s Wedding – Florida Studio Theatre – Call for times
Over the Tavern – The Players Theatre – 2pm
Innerwave @ Osprey Beach Tiki Bar and Grille – Bentley’s Resort Hotel – 5pm
Live Music with James Cademan @ Mr. Beery’s – 6pm
Stephen Harlan Show – Wyland Gallery – 10am
Sunday Fun-Day for the Cure – North Bridge Tavern – 12pm