All Faiths Food Bank to hold monthly food distribution
Area hunger relief organization partnering with The Bay Sarasota and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall to fight the continuing hunger crisis In 2020 – due to the economic fallout from COVID-19 – All Faiths Food Bank distributed 60% more meals than 2019, with a 53% increase in new clients at food distributions. The number of users visiting the organization’s website to find food increased by more than 360%. The need continues to be unspeakably large. To help those who are struggling to put food on the table,
GEM Travel Live at Sandals Antigua
GEM Travel is going LIVE at Sandals Antigua, Friday, March 26, 11 a.m. Pre-register. Or simply join us online at 11. Join Lexi Huff and Brent Miller from GEM Travel Consultants LIVE from Sandals Grande Antigua, where we will be chatting with resort personnel and exploring all the luxuries and inclusions that Sandals and Beaches Resorts has to offer! We'll also be offering booking bonuses through your Travel Advisor if you choose to place a $98 deposit on your next getaway (dates available up to 2 years
All Faiths Food Bank fighting rural hunger, meeting crucial need
Through its Food and Resource Center, All Faiths serves as the epicenter for critical social services to lift residents out of poverty In Sarasota County – with its beautiful beaches, luxury homes, high-end shopping, and glittering galas – it can be easy to overlook the struggles of those who may be less fortunate. But head east from downtown Sarasota for about an hour, to DeSoto County, and those struggles become crystal clear. Paradoxically, in rural areas that grow most of our nation’s food,
Hauling for Good
On a sunny mid-February afternoon Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce member College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving extended a simple act of kindness to fellow Chamber member Our Y, a local 501(c)3 serving the residents of Sarasota. Earlier in the week Sharon Stephens, owner of Stitchin' Memories (also a Siesta Key Chamber member) was looking for a way to get a large screen tv she wished to donate, from her house to it's new home at Our Y. While at a Chamber networking event that week Sharon meet two crew members
Our Y Kindness Campaign with Flanzer Trust Match
Through March 31, 2021 Our Y is hosting its Kindness Campaign. The campaign goal is to raise $200,000 in support of Our Y’s mission to provide the greater Sarasota community with access to programs that benefit body, mind and spirit. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your gift to Our Y, Inc. is tax-deductible. Donations may be made online at OurYSRQ.org. To further support Our Y, the community is invited to participate in the 2021 Flanzer Contribution Matching Program. The Louis & Gloria Flanzer
CB's Announces Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing School Winter 2021 Schedule
CB’s Saltwater Outfitters will hold Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing schools Saturdays Jan. 16, Feb. 13 and March 13, 2021. The course, designed for beginning and intermediate fly casters, will focus on basic fly casting principles, improving casting skills and correcting faults. Instructor Capt. Rick Grassett, will also cover saltwater fly fishing techniques, leader construction and fly selection. Cost for the class, which will run 8:30 AM to 2 PM, is $195 per person and includes the use of Orvis fly tackle,
Rebecca Centeno joins Fishermen’s Village as VP of PG Hospitality
Fishermen’s Village is proud to announce Rebecca Centeno has joined the Fishermen’s Village Management Team as Vice President of PG Hospitality. Rebecca was born into the field of hospitality and has had Punta Gorda as her stomping grounds since the 80’s. She loves Fishermen’s Village and Punta Gorda. Most recently, she was a General Manager overseeing 180 rooms in Charlotte County. Many may remember Rebecca as the little girl from local Punta Gorda restaurant Elena’s working the cash register, putting a
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Light Up Siesta Key
The holidays may look a little different this year, but it is more important than ever to support local small businesses. On November 28, Siesta Key will celebrate Small Business Saturday, and kick off the holiday season. Even though the traditional Siesta Key Holiday Parade is canceled, we are still lighting up the Key with festive décor, a storefront and window decorating contest, and tree lighting at the gazebo in Siesta Key Village. Local businesses are encouraged to create their own holiday specials
Serbin Printing Among First in Nation to Offer Printed Material with Antimicrobial Coatings
In the Fight Against Dangerous Bacteria and Viruses,New Application Keeps Documents 99.9% Free of Harmful Microbes* Printed documents are commonly used and distributed inside sensitive, at-risk environments such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools. What can be done to make these printed forms safer against the transmission of bacteria and viruses? Serbin Printing is proud to announce PrintShield Antimicrobial Printing, an EPA registered process by which printed documents are coated with a protective
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Siesta Key Sports & Physical Therapy Celebrates Ten Years in Sarasota
Dave and Kristy Ochsendorf opened the doors to their practice, Siesta Key Sports & Physical Therapy, ten years ago. Since then, they’ve grown their family with two daughters as well as their business, adding state of the art equipment, hiring teammates, and expanding into a larger footprint. Like many small businesses, COVID-19 has made 2020 a challenging year for this family-owned business, but the Ochsendorfs are proud of how they’ve continued to safely serve their patients. “We space out patient visits,
2020 Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Festival Canceled
After much deliberation and consultation, the Siesta Key Crystal Classic committee, and the Siesta Key Chamber Board of Directors have decided to cancel the 2020 Siesta Key Crystal Classic, which was scheduled for November 13-16 on Siesta Beach. Given all the factors that must be considered, and the high level of uncertainty due to COVID-19, this decision seems the wise and responsible choice. The Chamber and event committee sincerely appreciate all of the support from sponsors, volunteers, and
Beach Named No. 1 in the Country, No. 11 in the World
Siesta Key Beach Named No. 1 in the Country, No. 11 in the World by TripAdvisorSarasota Magazine reported August 24, 2020, Our beloved beach once again received big honors. Siesta Key Beach is no stranger to awards, and now it can add two more to its long list. Our beloved beach was named the No. 1 beach in the country and the No. 11 beach in the world in TripAdvisor’s annual Traveler’s Choice Awards. The awards are based on TripAdvisor users’ reviews, ratings and saves; besides beaches, categories also
Siesta Key Chamber to Launch New Website
The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce has announced it will soon launch its new website. The Chamber's board of directors anticipates a summer 2020 launch. For information about marketing your business through the Chamber's new website call 941-349-3800.
Siesta Key Chamber Celebrates 60 Years
It’s time to Shake, Rattle, and Roll Like It’s 1959! In celebration of its 60th anniversary, the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce will host a 1950’s/60’s themed party, Friday, October 4, 2019, 5 to 9 p.m. at Gilligan’s Island Bar & Grill in Siesta Key Village. The event is open to the public. Tickets are $19.59. Advance tickets are required, and include food buffet, dessert, discounted drink specials, music, dancing, and more! Guests are encouraged to dress in 1950’s and 1960’s attire. The Chamber also has
