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Events checked Tuesday, October 13.
This week in Sarasota
All 155 events →7:30 AMThe Y: Primetime+The Bay Sarasota
Enjoy a low impact cardio session paired with resistance work that welcomes active older adults and beginners. This total body workout highlights the core, focusing on muscles such as the abdominals and glutes. Expect creative bodyweight movements that build strength for better posture and balance and help with everyday activities. Free parking is available around the site, including along Blvd of the Arts and near the Van Wezel, Municipal Auditorium, and Blue Pagoda. Please avoid areas reserved for the Sarasota Orchestra. Construction in the new Town Square is in progress and can change pedestrian routes between the parking lot along N. Tamiami Trail and venues west of Van Wezel Way, including The Bay park, Van Wezel, and Holley Hall. Follow posted signs and allow extra time to walk to and from your vehicle. All pets must be non-aggressive, on a leash at all times, and owners should clean up after them. To report risky or unsafe behavior, contact Sarasota Non-Emergency Police at (941) 316-1199. This activity takes place rain or shine. Final location decisions may be made closer to the start based on weather. In inclement conditions the class will move indoors, and if an indoor space is not available it will be cancelled. Any changes or cancellations will be shared through The Bay website calendar, Eventbrite, Facebook, and Instagram. Friends of The Bay help care for the park’s green spaces and support a wide range of free community events.
1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota
9 AMVenice City Council MeetingVenice City Hall
Council members gather for an official Venice City Council meeting to discuss city business and consider items before the council.
401 Venice Ave W, Venice
10:45 AMFlorida Treasures with A.C.T. for YouthTampa
A.C.T. for Youth presents an interactive stage adventure that begins when two travelers uncover a chest of historical treasures, sending them on a lively journey into Florida’s past. Audiences laugh and learn about Ponce de Leon, the early settlement of Pensacola, the founding of St. Augustine, and the original Pocahontas story. The performance blends literature, music, theater, and history, highlights character education, and invites plenty of audience participation. Designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, it aims to entertain while teaching.
4537 Lowell Rd, Tampa
11 AMTaco TuesdayEllenton
Taco Tuesday at JJ’s Backyard Bar & Grill spotlights tacos in crunchy or soft shells with margaritas to pair, all set in a lively atmosphere centered on salsa and spice. Guests can pick their favorites or sample a bit of everything for a flavorful experience.
3503 US-301 N, Ellenton
11 AMTequila Tuesdays 🍋🟩 at Florida Cracker Fish CoTampa
Celebrate Tequila Tuesdays with $5 margaritas served all day at Florida Cracker Fish Company.
7604 Ehrlich Rd, Tampa
11 AM📚🖤 MISFITS LIBRARY DAY — TAMPA! 🖤📚Town 'N Country Regional Public Library, Tampa
A relaxed reading day for homeschool families comes to Town ’N Country Regional Public Library in Tampa. Children can browse the shelves, discover new books, and spend time in the children’s area alongside fellow homeschoolers while adults connect nearby. There is no formal lesson, no assigned reading, and no pressure... just an easygoing time to read, make friends, and learn at a natural pace. All homeschool styles are welcome, all ages are invited, and new families are encouraged. Bring a library card if you already have one, although it is not required to take part. The Homeschool Misfits community is open to everyone, exactly as they are.
7606 Paula Dr, Tampa
11:30 AMNew Tampa Business Networking Lunch~ Connect your business~Bring 28 business cards~ All WelcomeGlory Days Grill (Tampa, FL)
This networking meeting in New Tampa brings local professionals together under the Revenue Growth Alliance. Since 2010, RGA has supported entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners in building trusted relationships that lead to real revenue growth. The format encourages open networking without seat restrictions or competitor lockouts, features 10-minute member spotlights for sharing expertise, and keeps participation flexible with no referral quotas or attendance penalties. Attendees can also explore broader opportunities through RGA, including regional business expos, pitch events, and author platforms. Professionals from any industry are welcome, such as real estate, finance, marketing, technology, healthcare, and local services. Guests can participate at no cost for their first two visits. For the best experience, it is recommended to bring 20 to 30 business cards, prepare a brief 30-second introduction, and come with a collaborative mindset.
17508 Dona Michelle Dr, Tampa
11:30 AMFree Intro Jazzercise ClassSarasota
Explore the fundamentals of Jazzercise in a free introductory session created for newcomers and new members. The class covers the basics, breaks down common movements, and explains what to expect, with time to try things out in a welcoming, beginner-friendly setting. Bring a friend if you like. Spots can be reserved in advance. All are welcome.
6265 Lake Osprey Dr, Sarasota