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City administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Residential curbside garbage, recycling and yard waste collection will be affected by the holiday. There will be no collection on Thanksgiving Day.
Collection will be delayed by one day:
- Thursday pickup will be collected on Friday, Nov. 24
- Friday pickup will be collected on Saturday, Nov. 25
All City facilities will be closed Thursday and Friday except for the Van Wezel Box Office, which will open at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 24.
The Bay Runner will have regular hours both days:
- Thursday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Friday: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
After receiving input from over 1,000 people last year regarding their preferences and vision for 10th Street and Boulevard of the Arts complete streets, we're seeking additional community feedback.
This time we’re asking for input via an online survey regarding preferred designs and placemaking elements for these unique east-west corridors.
Last year, the community envisioned Boulevard of the Arts as a “main street” with pedestrian safety a top priority, while 10th Street was identified as a gateway to The Bay Park needing safe multi-modal options. With the complete streets project, protected bicycle lanes and wider sidewalks are planned for 10th Street by repurposing lanes between Orange Avenue and U.S. 41.
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It should take less than ten minutes to take the survey. We encourage you to share your input that will help design these corridors.
Don't wait! The survey closes Sunday, Nov. 19.
Thank you for your participation!
Mark your calendars! The grand reopening celebration for the restored 18-hole Donald Ross-designed golf course and new nature park is set for Friday, Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. – noon. The nature park and golf course will be open to the public for tours only on Dec. 15. The course will open for play the following day Saturday, Dec. 16 at 7 a.m.
The restoration of the golf course and creation of the new nature park was an unprecedented collaborative effort including a new partnership with the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast to preserve the entire 300-acre property in perpetuity; funding and cooperation at the state and local levels; and significant community input spanning 5+ years.
The grand reopening celebration will kick off at 9 a.m. with remarks by those closely involved with the project, including our golf course architect Richard Mandell. He spent years getting to know our community and redesigning the course to reflect the original Donald Ross design while improving environmental needs. Without even reopening, this remarkable restoration effort already has been recognized by the American Society of Golf Course Architects with an Environmental Excellence Award specifically for increasing stormwater retention and drainage, while reducing the risk of possible flooding. Congratulations!
You won’t want to miss the ceremonial “tee off” with dignitaries at approximately 10 a.m. Then, from 10 a.m. to noon the golf course and nature park will be open for the public to explore and enjoy. Guided tours of the nature park will be offered by volunteer residents and local conservation and wildlife groups. Please note: The festivities will conclude at noon and at that time the golf course will be cleared.
Starting Dec. 2, tee time reservations will be accepted for the first day of golf on Dec. 16 via the redesigned Bobby Jones website www.BobbyJonesGolfClub.com
We look forward to seeing you at the grand reopening celebration Dec. 15!
You may have noticed trenching or boring going on recently in Arlington, Bayfront and Payne parks. Crews have been diligently working to install the conduit needed to ultimately offer free Wi-Fi in these parks.
With the conduit in place underground, fiber and copper lines are being pulled and poles installed for wireless access points. It is anticipated the work will be completed and free Wi-Fi available with full coverage throughout Arlington Park, Bayfront Park and Payne Park by March 2024. Signs will be posted in each park letting visitors know free Wi-Fi is offered.
Our free Wi-Fi in the Parks program launched last November in Dr. MLK Jr. Park. With more people seeking to spend time in safe outdoor spaces, the idea is to offer families, students, entrepreneurs and visitors a place to study or conduct personal or professional business online while enjoying a pleasant park setting in our community.
We’ll keep you posted!
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Looking for a fun and safe way to keep your kids engaged during Winter Break? Look no further!
Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex is offering two Winter Break Camp sessions (Dec. 26 - 29, Jan. 2 - 5) for kids ages 5* to 12. (*5-year-olds must be currently enrolled in kindergarten.)
Each session costs $120/week and provides a nurturing environment for children to learn, play and have fun. Campers will participate in various hands-on activities, such as themed winter crafts, sports, games and more. (If the weather allows, they'll even go swimming in our heated pool!)
Register online at www.LetsPlaySarasota.com or call 941-263-6732 for more information.
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And that’s a wrap! Congratulations to our Fall 2023 class for graduating from the Citizens Police Academy.
The Citizens Academy offers a unique opportunity to understand the inner workings of the Sarasota Police Department. Through informative sessions and interactive activities, participants develop a comprehensive understanding of police operations, procedures and community partnerships. Over eight weeks, the class heard from various departments within the agency, including the SWAT and K-9 teams, Traffic Homicide Unit, Criminal Investigations Division, Training Unit and more.
SPD Citizens Academy Fall 2023 class.
“The academy was truly eye-opening. It was a tremendous insight into the Sarasota Police Department and the trials and tribulations these officers face regularly,” said Ron Chawkins, Citizens Academy graduate. “The class was extremely informative, and more people should take advantage.”
We’re excited for the graduates and look forward to SPD continuing this informative program in the new year. If you’d like to be notified about upcoming Citizens Academy enrollment, please send an email expressing your interest to SPDcitizensacademy@sarasotafl.gov
Experience the extraordinary on Nov. 26 as we transport you into the enchanting world of the "Man in Black." Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking concert, where Johnny Cash's iconic songs and stories come alive with the magic of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected above the stage. With a live band and synchronized singers, the energy is electric as we revisit legendary performances, share Cash's memorable words, and celebrate the working men and women he championed. From "Folsom Prison Blues" to "Ring of Fire" and "I Walk the Line," the music never stops, and onstage vocalists add their unique twists to Cash's hits for an unforgettable experience.
The enchantment continues Nov. 29 at the Van Wezel with the Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour. Join saxophonist Dave Koz for a special holiday treat, reveling in a musical journey that spans three decades, nine Grammy® nominations and 11 No. 1 albums. This is more than a concert; it's a celebration of a stellar career marked by sold-out cruises, performances for U.S. presidents, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Let the magic of Dave Koz & Friends fill your holiday with joy and exceptional music. Don't miss this extraordinary evening of celebration!
Tickets for both shows are available and can be purchased online at www.VanWezel.org, by dialing the box office at 941-263-6799, or visiting the box office during operating hours: Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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