NEW COLLEGE OF FLORIDA PUBLIC NOTICE The Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee will hold a public meeting in the form of a candidate presentation. Candidate: Jacob Eisensmith Presentation Title: “Early Modern Cross-Cultural Competition in the Visual Art of Puglia” Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Time: 5:00–6:15 p.m. Location: ACE 218, New College of Florida, Sarasota, FL This presentation is part of the candidate’s campus visit and will be open to the public. Two or more members of the Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee may be present at this event. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the College at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting Prof. Katie Brion at [email protected]. For more information, please contact Prof. Katie Brion at [email protected]. The post Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee Meeting appeared first on New College of Florida.

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HAHarvey Walden

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Sarasota-Manatee MPO Board Meeting Scheduled for May 20

Sarasota-Manatee MPO Board Meeting Location: Sarasota-Manatee MPO Date: Monday, May 20, 2024 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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HAHarvey Walden

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Smith Farms Hearing Oct 21, 2025

On Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 the Sarasota County Commission will be asked to consider a new proposal from developer D.R. Horton for a residential community on the Smith Farms property on Raymond Road. The company revised its plans and is now asking for an 85-unit subdivision, after an initial request for 170 units. Additionally, the design reduces the number of entrances from two along Raymond Road to a single subdivision entrance in the southwest corner of the property. This new proposal resulted from a state-authorized arbitration process that the company pursued after the County Commission voted unanimously on Feb. 12 to deny a rezoning petition that D.R. Horton had submitted to county staff. The discussion is No. 36 on the board’s Oct. 21 agenda. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the County Administration Center located at 1660 Ringling Boulevard in downtown Sarasota. When the agenda item is called there will be comments made by several on the Sarasota Audubon team. In an effort to streamline the process, we ask that other members attend, but please do not plan on speaking. A bit of history on this process: DR Horton filed a FLUEDRA (Florida Land Use and Environmental Dispute Resolution Act) motion stating the County Commission had failed to provide adequate reasons for its 5-0 denial of the Smith Family Farm rezone on Feb. 12, 2025 and further, that this denial unfairly burdened the landowner’s property rights. The proceeding took place Sept. 11, at the county administration building. The Sarasota Audubon as well as approximately 20 citizens were given an opportunity to speak after the attorneys representing each party made some opening remarks. It was once again made clear that any development at this location risks the safety and well-being of visitors of this beloved park and surrounding residents as well as jeopardizing the wildlife that the community and tourists from around the world come to enjoy. The parties then broke out into mediation, which was not resolved by the end of the allotted hearing time. The hearing was extended until Oct. 1 to continue to try and resolve the dispute through amendments to Horton’s plan. It is our belief that any development of this property beyond its current zoning would be irreparably disruptive to birds and wildlife of the Celery Fields. Increased traffic, lights, noise and pets post-development would increase risk for all those visiting the Celery Fields as well as its resident wildlife. During the hearing, the Special Magistrate asked if acquisition of the property has been considered by the County. Although it is not clear if this option was discussed during the mediation on that day, Sarasota Audubon wholeheartedly supports acquisition of this land for public purposes such as a park or stormwater facility, or a conservation easement that restricts use of the land in a manner that adequately protects and preserves the Celery Fields. The post Smith Farms Hearing Oct 21, 2025 appeared first on Sarasota Audubon | Sarasota, Florida.

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New College of Florida Art History Search Committee Meeting

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"NEW COLLEGE OF FLORIDA PUBLIC NOTICE The Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee will hold a public meeting in the form of a candidate presentation. Candidate: Jacob Eisensmith Presentation Title: “Early Modern Cross-Cultural Competition in the Visual Art of Puglia” Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Time: 5:00–6:15 p.m. Location: ACE 218, New College of Florida, Sarasota, FL This presentation is part of the candidate’s campus visit and will be open to the public. Two or more members of the Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee may be present at this event. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the College at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting Prof. Katie Brion at [email protected]. For more information, please contact Prof. Katie Brion at [email protected]. The post Art History Tenure-Track Search Committee Meeting appeared first on New College of Florida."

Airgas Sponsors Sarasota Welding Competition Aug 15

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"Airgas will be participating in the annual Sarasota Welding Competition on August 15, 2024, providing supplies and expertise to support the event. The competition showcases the skills of local welders and promotes the welding industry in the community."

Southside Baptist Church Hosts Trunk or Treat Event

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"Trunk or Treat Sun, Oct 27, 6:00 PM Southside Baptist Church · Sarasota, FL"

9th Annual Gran Fondo Sarasota

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"Join us for our 9th Annual Gran Fondo Sarasota!! JOIN US NOVEMBER 22nd AT THE FLORIDA FARM BUREAU PAVILION!! Choose from four different bike routes that range in distance from 5 miles to 100 miles. Join us after for an Epic Finish Line Party that will include music, catered food, and local vendors. 6:00 am Registration/Check In Begins, Breakfast Available 7:00 am 2026 Gran Fondo Sarasota 100-mile Gran cyclists begin 8:00 am 2026 Gran Fondo Sarasota 62-mile Medio cyclists begin 9:00 am 2026 Gran Fondo Sarasota 33-mile Piccolo cyclists begin 10:00 am 2026 Gran Fondo Sarasota 5-mile Cruiser Ride Cyclists begin 11:00 am Lunch The post 9th Annual Gran Fondo Sarasota appeared first on Team Tony Cancer Foundation."

Sarasota-Manatee MPO Board Meeting Scheduled for May 20

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"Sarasota-Manatee MPO Board Meeting Location: Sarasota-Manatee MPO Date: Monday, May 20, 2024 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM"

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