Latest Events in North Sarasota(July Updated)

Guns N' Roses tribute band "Pretty Tied Up" with Chip Z'nuff on Bass performing all of Appetite For Destruction! Information Source: Big Top Live | eventbrite

"Estate in Vigna" - Summer in the Vineyard Come join us for a delightful evening at Arts & Central for our Estate in Vigna event featuring summer centric italian wines. Indulge in a 4- Course gourmet meal expertly paired with each glass. Don't miss out on this unforgettable tasting experience. Course 1: Collefrisio Abruzzo Doc, Sparkling "Brut Rose Le Cava Della Guardiuccia" paired with Grilled Oyster, Almond Butter Zabione, Rose Petal Brodo Course 2: Feudo Disisa Cataratto "Lu Bancu" , Sicily paired with Chilled aragosta & Pulpo Carpaccio, Pistachio Dust, EVOO, Lemon Basil, Roasted Grapes, Verjus Marinated Apple Course 3: Vuaria Nero D'Avola , paired with Porcini Tagliatelle, Roasted Garlic, EVOO, Parmesan, Charred Lemon, Riccio di mare, chives Course 4: In & Out Montepulciano , 2019 paired with Roasted Quail, Rosemary & Chocolate riduzione di vino, Leek Sugo Finto Information Source: Arts & Central Restaurant | eventbrite

Join celebrated Gee's Bend quiltmakers Loretta Bennett and Louisiana Bendolph for an enlightening conversation about generational art, cultural expression, and creative legacy. Hear first-hand from these accomplished artists about the rich quilting traditions of Gee's Bend, Alabama that have captivated the art world for decades. Then, learn about Bennett's and Bendolph's personal experiences translating their world-renowned quilting style into a new medium—printmaking—in collaboration with Paulson Fontaine Press. This conversation is led by Associate Curator Lacie Barbour and is inspired by SAM's exhibition, Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press. Loretta Pettway Bennett. Photo by Steve Pitkin. Louisiana Bendolph. Photo: Stephen Pitkin/Pitkin Studio, 2020. Information Source: Sarasota Art Museum | eventbrite

Join us on Saturday, August 2nd, for a double-the-fun Open House! Our Blended Open house gives you the best of both worlds: wine AND spirits! Come sip, savor, and mingle your way through over 50 wines and spirits from around the globe! There will also be a buffet of our delicious gourmet light bites to indulge in. Food, wine, and spirits...it's an event too good to pass up! Admission is $25 per person and includes DOUBLE POINTS for any purchase you make that day! Please sign up for our FREE loyalty program before attending the event. Turn the toggle ON for SMS Marketing to receive extra weekly deals exclusively for members! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP! Information Source: Michael's Wine Cellar | eventbrite

Doors open at 6:30 for dinner and drinks. Peformance starts at 7:30. 10% Ticket Discount for Jazz Club Members The Crew Hailing from the Florida West Coast music scene, The Crew comprises five professional musicians, united by their love of live performances. Formed in early 2021 after being offered a residency at The Floridian Social Club, the band quickly established a reputation for their captivating live performances. Every Sunday, The Crew reworked beloved songs from the Great American Songbook while branching out into soulful renditions of classic R&B, creating a sound that resonates with music lovers of all kinds. Each member of The Crew brings a unique background to the group: John C. O'Leary III (Mexico), Jean Bolduc (Canada), Alejandro Arenas(Colombia), James Suggs (U.S. with 8 years in Buenos Aires), and Bryan Hughes(Florida). This international mix creates a rich and diverse sound that comesalive in their performances, making every show a must-hear experience. Theiron-stage chemistry is undeniable, blending heart-touching music withgenuine camaraderie, delivering not just engaging performances butmemorable experiences. The Crew’s deep repertoire and varied arrangements make them a standoutact, and their combined talents have graced stages at prestigious venues,including the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, Newport Beach Jazz Festival, UmbriaJazz Festival, and Düsseldorf Jazz Rally, among many others. Their versatility isreadily apparent on their self-titled debut album, released in August 2024. Each musician in The Crew has impressive credentials: John and Alejandro arepart of the award winning trio La Lucha and are respected music educators atthe University of Tampa and St. Petersburg College respectively. James hastoured the world extensively, has a solo album under Arbors Records and iscurrently working on a second release. He also teaches at the University ofSouth Florida and St. Petersburg College. Jean is one of the most sought-aftersession drummers in Florida, while Bryan, with four solo CDs under his belt, iscurrently working on his fifth. Together, they form a group that thrives on thejoy of creating music—offering an unforgettable live music experience withsoul and passion. Click Here to Become a Jazz Club Member Information Source: Jazz Club of Sarasota | eventbrite

The World's Oldest, Largest, & Best Speed Dating Company, Since 2001! Are you ready to make something happen? Try the modern, civilized way to meet someone wonderful. Singles across the country know the best way to meet - our IRL speed dating events. Simple, easy, effective. Don't waste time swiping left and right hoping for love to find you, the person you're looking for may be at our event. Get a ticket and find out! Find An Event HOW IT WORKS We introduce you to at least 5 and up to 12 potential matches, all local, quality people. You'll talk to each one during 6-minute "pre-dates" - just enough time to find out if you want to talk more and see if there's a spark. Tell us which person gave you those excited butterflies in your stomach, and we do the rest! You'll love the exciting energy and friendly vibe. Trust the experts at Pre-Dating to host a wonderful evening full of excitement and brewing romance -- a fun night out in a safe environment. You'll love this very efficient and fast way to date. No pressure, no games, just a great time. We've Hosted +38,000 speed dating events! Join the thousands of people that have found their person at our events. Will you be our next success story? Our events have been featured on CNN, BBC, The Wall Street Journal, CBS, Axios, Bravo, TLC's 90 Day Finace The Single Life, Miami New Times, Tampa Bay Times, Southbend Times, Citylink Magazine, Essence, Best of Baltimore, AM New York, Chicago Tribune, WINK FM, Woman's World Magazine, and 100s more! More Sarasota & Tampa Events Information Source: Pre-Dating Speed Dating and Lock & Key Events | eventbrite

Welcome to the **Pizza & Pop-up** event! Join us on **Thu Aug 07 2025** at **5:30 PM** at the South Gate Community Center for a fun evening filled with Cornerstone & Company's delicious wood fired overn pizza, fantastic libations, and exciting pop-up showcase from some of the best suppliers and trade services in the industry. Indulge in a variety of mouth-watering pizzas while enjoying the vibrant pop-up atmosphere. This in-person event promises to be a great time. Don't miss out on this unique experience! Exhibitor Tables are selling FAST! Be sure to sign up now. We've added a "split a table" option as well. We'll add your logo to our page when you sign up. Interior designers, architects, contractors, developers, and property owners are welcome to attend, but space is limited! Information Source: Holly Dennis & Company | eventbrite

Please join us for Art "therapy" fun-raiser with Prosecco! It will be a light hearted evening of relaxation, joy-filled painting with refreshments & nibbles. No paint experience - no worries! Our art instructors Debbie and Laurie will lead the way, with all supplies prepared for you. We'll begin with a social mixer and painting demonstration from 5-5:30pm. Then, each participant will have their own art station, canvas, paint & brushes. Art "therapy" is about the self-expression process. You'll depart with new friendships and a delightful floral painting (completed) to keep or gift! Laurie said money back guarantee, if you do not have fun :) Laurie's style is playful, the cool blue floral on our flyer is Laurie's painting. $55 covers all art supplies, prosecco/wine or sparkling water and individual charcuterie boxes of creative nibbles. This is a SFC Alumni Association hosted fun-raiser. Interested in learning more about the Alumni Association? Please contact Georgann Nugent, gnugent@friendshipcenters.org Information Source: Senior Friendship Centers | eventbrite

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN : My signature techniques that I use to create the most seamless bright blonde Understanding how to customize color/ placement for each client Social media tips and tricks to help build your brand How I edit / take my pictures for aesthetic content your followers will engage in Lunch will be provided Information Source: eventbrite

The Banned Book Club is led by Bryn Durgin. It is dedicated to reading and protecting the most important and threatened books for our generation. August's pick is Nineteen Minutes , bestselling author Jodi Picoult's most riveting book, a startling and poignant story about the devastating aftermath of a small-town tragedy. "Having the most banned book in the country is not a badge of honor - it's a call for alarm," Picoult said. " Nineteen Minutes is banned not because it's about a school shooting, but because of a single page that depicts a date rape and uses anatomically correct words for the human body." We will meet in person in the loft at our store at The Mark, 117 S. Pineapple Ave. The book club is $17.99, which includes a copy of Nineteen Minutes to be picked up at Bookstore1 any time before our meeting. ABOUT THE BOOK : Sterling is an ordinary New Hampshire town where nothing ever happens--until the day its complacency is shattered by a school shooting. Josie Cormier, the daughter of the judge sitting on the case, should be the state's best witness, but she can't remember what happened before her very own eyes--or can she? As the trial progresses, fault lines between the high school and the adult community begin to show--destroying the closest of friendships and families. Nineteen Minutes asks what it means to be different in our society, who has the right to judge someone else, and whether anyone is ever really who they seem to be. JODI PICOULT received an AB in creative writing from Princeton and a master’s degree in education from Harvard. The recipient of the 2003 New England Book Award for her entire body of work, she is the author of twenty-seven novels, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers House Rules , Handle With Care , Change of Heart , and My Sister’s Keeper , for which she received the American Library Association’s Margaret A. Edwards Award. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband and three children. Visit her website at JodiPicoult.com. About Book Bans: Book bans in public schools have recurred throughout American history, and remain an issue of concern to us at Bookstore1Sarasota. Over the past years, the scope of such censorship has expanded rapidly. In response, PEN America has collated an Index of School Book Bans, offering a snapshot of the trend. The index provides a comprehensive list of books banned in the first half of the 2022-2023 school year. Check it out and join us in our efforts to protect free expression and students' first amendment rights. You can view the index here: https://pen.org/book-bans/pen-america-index-of-school-book-bans-2023-2024/ . ............................................................................................. Click here to go to the Bookstore1Sarasota website. Information Source: Bookstore1Sarasota | eventbrite

FREE BOOKS. FREE LUNCH. FREE ADMISSION. This event will feature art activities, music making, and read-aloud featuring a mindful moment. Please Note: Once you RSVP for the event, you will need to fill out a once-a-year registration form. Click here to fill out the registration form. This forms helps us continue to provide free educational programming! Mr. Stevey & Friends is a free community program geared towards pre-school and elementary school aged children and their families to engage in mindfulness activities and create art in all its various forms! Local artists guide participants in activities and make-and-take art projects, and read-alongs. Each event includes a free, healthy lunch for the whole family, and each child will receive free books to help build their at home library, and a special prize to take home at the end of the day! About Mr. Stevey Programs This program is a collaboration with Newtown Nation, the Newtown Farmer’s Market, and Florida Arts and Culture. Mr. Stevey Jones is the 2023 Appleton Award Winner and certified mindfulness teaching artist for the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation. Come and join us! All are welcome! Information Source: Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation | eventbrite

Please join us for the 2025 Fall Counselor Workshop hosted by the Florida Board of Governors and State University System. This event is open to secondary school counselors, college counselors, and community-based organizations supporting high school students applying to college. T he 2025 SUS Fall Counselor Workshop is being hosted by New College of Florida at USF Sarasota. Other locations include USF Tampa, FAU in Boca Raton, and FIU in Miami. The location of this event does not replace the event being hosted in Tampa. USF Sarasota / Manatee is located at 8350 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34243 Information Source: FIU Office of Admissions | eventbrite

Join us to learn what UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County is doing around the region with composting, waste reduction and recycling. This workshop blends indoor lessons with outdoor, hands-on activities in our compost demonstration area, and includes live demonstrations of our biogas and vermicomposting programs. Please register for this event ONLY at ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com rather than any third-party websites, as they are not affiliated with our classes and events. Attendees will learn the basics of home composting, the benefits of composting, and how to build a home compost system. Plus, attendees will have the option to purchase a GEOBIN compost bin (see registration options, below). NOTE: There are two registration options for this workshop: Workshop PLUS a GEOBIN compost bin: $25 registration (includes bin cost), which must be made in advance of the workshop. Workshop with no GEOBIN: Cost is free. Make 2025 your year to start composting and reducing your impact on the environment! INSTRUCTOR: Randall Penn, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County waste reduction agent For questions or further information, please call 941-861-5000 or email sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . If you require special accommodations to attend one of our events, please contact us in advance at 941-861-5000 or sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . NOTE: Classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low registration or other circumstances, with full refunds issued for paid events. Similar classes or events often are offered on future dates. --- Type: Take a Class Topic: Waste Organization name: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Information Source: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County | eventbrite

To purchase a rain barrel (or barrels), use the "Get tickets" button and then the Eventbrite "Purchase rain barrel(s)" add-on to order and pay for barrels. Purchase orders must be completed prior to the workshop (as noted in the add-on). To purchase after the class, please email request information to reportpollution@scgov.net, with the subject line as "Rain Barrel." ----- During this class you will learn how the use of rain barrels can conserve water, save money by reducing the use of potable water in landscapes (lower utility bills), and reduce stormwater runoff by storing and diverting runoff from impervious surfaces (like roofs). Practical tips on the construction and installation of rain barrels will be provided. After the workshop, we will have a Q/A session with the instructor, our Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ community educator, and a Sarasota County Air & Water Quality representative. Bring any questions you might have concerning UF/IFAS Extension or the environment. Please register for this event ONLY at ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com rather than any third-party websites, as they are not affiliated with our classes and events. --- Note: Each rain barrel is made of recycled, food grade-plastic barrel, holds up to 55 gallons, and measures 2 feet in diameter and 3 feet tall. Barrels ordered prior to the workshop will be available for pickup until 11:30 a.m. the day of the workshop. If you are unable to pick up your barrel(s) on the day of the workshop, or if you decide after the workshop to purchase a barrel, please email reportpollution@scgov.net , with the subject line as "Rain Barrel." --- For questions or further information, please call 941-861-5000 or email sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . If you require special accommodations to attend one of our events, please contact us in advance at 941-861-5000 or sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . NOTE: Classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low registration or other circumstances, with full refunds issued for paid events. Similar classes or events often are offered on future dates. ----- Type: Take a Class Topic: Nature, Water Organization name: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Information Source: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County | eventbrite

FREE BOOKS. FREE LUNCH. FREE ADMISSION. This event will feature art activities, music making, and read-aloud featuring a mindful moment. Please Note: Once you RSVP for the event, you will need to fill out a once-a-year registration form. Click here to fill out the registration form. This forms helps us continue to provide free educational programming! Mr. Stevey & Friends is a free community program geared towards pre-school and elementary school aged children and their families to engage in mindfulness activities and create art in all its various forms! Local artists guide participants in activities and make-and-take art projects, and read-alongs. Each event includes a free, healthy lunch for the whole family, and each child will receive free books to help build their at home library, and a special prize to take home at the end of the day! About Mr. Stevey Programs This program is a collaboration with Newtown Nation, the Newtown Farmer’s Market, and Florida Arts and Culture. Mr. Stevey Jones is the 2023 Appleton Award Winner and certified mindfulness teaching artist for the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation. Come and join us! All are welcome! Information Source: Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation | eventbrite

Join us on Thursday, July 4th, 2024 at 7:00 PM at The Westin Sarasota for an evening of Stars, Stripes, and Rooftop Delights . Celebrate Independence Day in style under the stars with panoramic views of Downtown Sarasota. Dance to the beats of the DJ, and immerse yourself in the stunning panoramic views from Sarasota's tallest rooftop. Included in your ticket cost is a BBQ buffet. Limited tickets are available, and they will go fast – secure your spot now for a Fourth of July celebration you won't want to miss! VIP Reserved Seating is available. Please contact us at brendan.obrien@westinsarasota.com for more information. *View of fireworks is not guaranteed. Information Source: The Westin Sarasota | eventbrite

This experience is designed to Raise our Frequencies! This is a full-spectrum, soul-level reset, designed to help you tune inward, align your energy, and unlock the most radiant, powerful version of yourself. We believe true transformation begins from within. That is when we heal our bodies, minds, and energetic field. Our lives on the outside start to reflect the power, peace, and passion we have cultivated inside. We will be blending healing, integrated health, high-vibration energy work, & aligned connection to create an afternoon that will leave you glowing-inside & out. Frequency-Raising Experiences You'll Be Part Of: Alignment & Authenticity, Realign your energy & calm the nervous system, Clear energetic blockages, Restore balance, Conscious breathing techniques to release trauma, energize the body and raise your vibration, Tap into intuition, Reset your mindset, Elevate inner awareness, Emotional healing and clarity, Detox & Recharge the body while booking cellular energy, Shift limiting beliefs, Reawaken feminine energy. Ticket Includes: Food & drink (1 complimentary drink + Hors d’oeuvres) DJ & Rooftop entertainment PowerPlay workbook Swag bag full of goodies! Interactive Frequency-Raising Experiences mentioned above. Interactive and Engaging Speakers: Hear from industry integrated Health experts, Sound Bowl Immersion Activations, High Vibe Comedian, and more surprises, coming soon. Each attendee will receive an interactive Powerplay Workbook, ensuring you leave with actionable insights, and memorable impacts from the event. Attire Be authentically YOU, (this is a roof -top outdoor event). Flow & wear what makes you feel most comfortable, and free. Experience Join us for an exclusive Wellness event at the Art Ovation, in Downtown Sarasota, Florida. Be ready to make Authentic Connections & Collaborate. Check out the Vendors, Delicious Bites, Drinks, and more! By purchasing a ticket to this event, you consent to the use of your name, likeness, and image in photographs, videos, or other recordings taken during the event for marketing and promotional purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, use in online and print advertisements, social media, and other promotional materials. Your purchase of a ticket signifies your agreement to these terms. Information Source: WPF: Gina Tedesco & Julianna Rose Bertrand | eventbrite

Ticket Price Includes: Exclusive rooftop access for fireworks show All Day Golf Pass Unlimited access to the gaming area Light Bites Fireworks start approximately at 9 PM Information Source: PopStroke | eventbrite

Welcome to the Silent Disco full pink moon ecstatic dance at sunset at the beach event! Join us at South Lido Key Beach Park on the Gulf for a magical evening of dancing under the full pink moon. Get ready to groove to the beats of our silent disco while watching the sun set over the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. This unique experience will leave you feeling ecstatic and connected to nature. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! Information Source: Ecstatic Dance Sarasota with dj kat | eventbrite

Thread Playback Theater: Your Stories Join us for an unforgettable evening at Westcoast Black Theater Troupe, where your stories come to life! Our actors will improvise scenes based on your experiences, creating a unique show right before your eyes. Whether you have a funny anecdote, a heartwarming memory, or a wild adventure to share, we want to hear it! Sit back, relax, and watch your stories transform into captivating performances. Don't miss out on this interactive and engaging event! Information Source: Olga Sanachina | eventbrite

Join our expert panel on a journey into insurance talent attraction and retention. Discover the power of dialogue and hands-on learning for a thriving workforce. Uncover the value of mentoring and work-life balance. Shape the future of insurance with our insightful discussion. Information Source: Sarasota Bradenton Claims Association | eventbrite

Join us for a Bonsai Lesson at Big Top Brewing! (Please provide your ticket confirmaton email or a print out to claim your beer) Are you looking to learn the art of bonsai in a fun and relaxed environment? Look no further! Our Bonsai Lesson at Big Top Brewing is the perfect event for bonsai enthusiasts aged 21 and over. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of bonsai as our experienced instructors guide you through the process of creating and caring for your very own miniature tree. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn a new skill and connect with fellow bonsai lovers. Mark your calendars for Mon Apr 21 2025 at 10:00 AM and join us at Big Top Brewing for an unforgettable experience! ticket includes: One beer is included in your ticket, the second beer is dicounted Gloves Soil Pots Trees to be worked on Shears, pebbles, wire, etc. Guests will take home their bonsai tree Information Source: Lous Bonsai | eventbrite

Suncoast Boat Show will feature various types and styles of all Cruisers, Runabouts, Bowriders, Sportfishers, Center Consoles, Motor Yachts, Inflatables and more. Shop tents full of electronics, accessories, jewelry, art, and clothing all in a festive atmosphere with food, drinks, music and much more. Profile for exhibit include Advanced water treatment systems, Boats - work boats, canoes, row boats, Deck fittings, Diving products & accessories, Fishing products, Luxury yachts, speed, power & pleasure boats, Marine accessories, Boat & yacht insurance, Boat charters, Yacht design/construction, Boat chandlers, Boat exhibition companies & boat show organizers, repair yards, Cruise holiday operators & aqua tourism service providers, Sailing, boating & water sports clubs. Information Source: Informa Markets | expotobi

Welcome Aboard! Join us for a delightful afternoon of jazz and sightseeing on Sarasota Bay aboard the Marina Jack II. Live entertainment featuring the Eddie Kinder Quartet with vocalist Samantha Jane.. Boarding is 2:30 pm from downtown the Sarasota Bayfront at the Marina Jack plaza on Tamiami Trail. Vessel departs promptly at 3:00 pm. Eddie Kinder Blues and jazz pianist Eddie Kinder is a New England native and Florida transplant. He discovered a love for music at an early age and has been performing with drums, piano and woodwinds for over 60 years. A self-taught pianist, Ed is also an alumnus of the Berklee School of Music Samantha Jane Samantha Jane is a vocalist in the Sarasota/Tampa metropolitan area. She performs a mix of jazz standards and popular music in a duo setting with talented local musicians Eddie Kinder, Nic Haas and Ethan Eckhard. Samantha Jane's vocal style is best described as a blend of Diana Krall and Vonda Shepard. Previously in the Hudson Valley, NY, she sang with the vibraphonist/marimbist Kurt Herman and also with the Samantha Jane Quartet. They had a great summer residency at Zada's Bar, as well playing gigs at The Coxsackie Sunday in the Park, The Station Bar & Curio in Woodstock, and The Blue Plate restaurant in Chatham, to name just a few. In the fall of 2022, they recorded an EP “Catskill Vibe” at Scott Petito Productions. In the fall of 2023 they recorded a second EP “All the Things You Are”. Both are available on Spotify and all other streaming platforms. Important Notes $5 Discount for Jazz Club members. Enter member code in promo box after clicking Orange "Get Tickets" button. Docked behind the Marina Jack restaurant, located on the Downtown Sarasota Bay front, the air conditioned salons and open air outside deck of the Marina Jack II will provide you with the best way to enjoy the water views while listening to the engaging vocals and instrumental of one of our favorite local jazz groups. The cruise features cash bar service. No food or drinks may be carried on board. THIS IS A SMOKE FREE VESSEL. IMPORTANT! Arrive at the departure dock at Marina Jack Plaza no later than 2:30 pm. The boat departs promptly at 3 pm. No Reserved Seating. This is a Rain or Shine Event. No refunds if you miss the boat. Information Source: Jazz Club of Sarasota | eventbrite

Join Us at the 2025 ABPA Annual Meeting and Business Conference! 2025 ABPA Annual Meeting and Business Conference, Sarasota, FL The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is thrilled to announce our highly anticipated 2025 ABPA Business Conference, set to take place from May 19-21, 2025, at the luxurious Westin Sarasota. Following the success of our previous events, this year’s conference promises to be even more engaging and insightful, offering unparalleled networking opportunities, cutting-edge industry insights, and innovative solutions to the challenges facing the automotive body parts industry. Why Attend the 2025 ABPA Business Conference? Unmatched Networking Opportunities Connect with industry leaders, manufacturers, distributors, and other key stakeholders. Our conference is designed to facilitate meaningful connections that can lead to strategic partnerships and business growth. Past attendees have consistently highlighted the value of the relationships formed during our events. Expert Speakers and Panel Discussions Gain insights from top experts in the automotive body parts industry. Our carefully curated lineup of speakers will share their knowledge on current trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Topics will range from supply chain management and regulatory updates to sustainability initiatives and market forecasts. Interactive Workshops and Sessions Participate in hands-on workshops and interactive sessions that provide practical solutions to everyday business challenges. Learn from case studies and real-world examples that can be applied directly to your business operations. Product Showcases and Exhibitions Explore the latest products and services from leading suppliers and innovators in our comprehensive exhibition hall. Discover new technologies and solutions that can enhance your business efficiency and competitiveness. Beautiful Venue The Westin Sarasota offers a stunning backdrop for our conference, with top-notch amenities and services. Enjoy the beautiful Florida weather, pristine beaches, and vibrant local culture, making your conference experience both productive and enjoyable. Registration Registration is a two-step process. You will need to reserve your room at the Westin, and then register for the Conference itself. Step 1: Hotel Reservation The ABPA is proud to partner with The Westin Sarasota for our 2025 Conference. ABPA attendees will enjoy a special $249 per night rate using the link below. https://book.passkey.com/e/50762807 Step 2: Conference Registration The ABPA has partnered with Eventbrite to provide registration services for the 2025 Conference. Buy your tickets here on Eventbrite. Special Events Rooftop Welcome Reception – Monday 5/19/25 Attendees will enjoy panoramic views from the top of the Westin. The ABPA has reserved the entire rooftop to welcome attendees on the evening of Monday, 5/19. Cocktails and heavy appetizers will be available. Annual ABPA Golf Event – Tuesday 5/20/25, Bobby Jones Golf Course The 2025 ABPA Golf event will take place on Tuesday 5/20/25 and will be held at the beautiful Bobby Jones Golf Course. For $109, ABPA golfers will have lunch, drinks, cart, and a round of golf. What a deal and always a great time! To ensure your spot, select the Golf ticket add-on during the registration process. Club rentals are extra. Offsite Dinner – Wednesday 5/21/25, PopStroke Sarasota (Sponsored by Tong Yang Group) Wrap up the ABPA Conference at our highly anticipated off-site dinner and networking event at PopStroke! This is your opportunity to enjoy dinner, drinks, and mini golf with your industry friends and associates. SPACE IS LIMITED - to participate, select the free Popstroke event ticket during checkout while they last! Transportation will be provided to and from the event. Schedule of Events Monday (5/19/2025) 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Board of Directors Meeting 3:00 pm Registration opens 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Exhibitors Tabletop Setup (Triton Ballroom) 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Welcome Reception (Roof Top) sponsored by Micro Group Tuesday (5/20/2025) 6:30 am Registration re-opens 7:00 am Golfers Depart (Lobby) Not golfing? Take the time to explore the beautiful Sarasota waterfront! Please make sure you get back to the ballroom by 3PM for the opening session! 7:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast Buffet (Triton Ballroom) sponsored by CAPA / Intertek 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Business Session with Keynote Speakers (Triton Ballroom) Speakers 3:00 - 3:30- Ed Salamy, ABPA Executive Director - Welcome to Attendees and Association Update 3:30 - 4:30 - Greg Horn, PartsTrader - “Collision Industry Update: What You Need to Know ” In this segment, Greg will provide the latest on general automotive trends, an update on tariffs and collision parts use trends. 4:30 - 5:00 - Justin Rzepka, CAR Coalition - Legislative & DC Update from the CAR Coalition 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm - Cocktail Reception (EVOQ Terrace) Sponsored by PartsTrader – Take some time to grab a drink, network, and explore the various vendor tables prior to dinner. Special thank you to the PartsTrader team for sponsoring this event! 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm - Tradeshow Dinner (Triton Ballroom) - Sponsored by TYC Americas Wednesday (5/21/2025) 6:30 am - Registration re-opens 7:00 am – 9:00 am - Breakfast (Triton Ballroom) - Sponsored by GoParts 8:00 am – 4:00 pm - Business Session with Keynote Speakers (Triton Ballroom) Speakers 8:00 am - 8:45 am - CAPA / Intertek - Update on the CAPA Program 8:45 am - 9:30 am - Dr. Blaire O'Neal - Dr. O'Neal will review the ABPA Consumer Research Project, "High Costs, Hard Hits" which illustrates how consumers are affected by the rising costs of auto repair. 9:30 am - 11:00 am - Panel Discussion -"Total Loss: What Does it Mean to Me?" ABPA Chair Chris Northup will engage in a fireside chat with industry leaders Don Hermanek & Ken Rosen to discuss the implications of increased total losses on the repair ecosystem. 11:00 am - 11:45 am - Bill Brower, Solera - "Touchless Claims: Streamlining Auto Claims for Maximum Customer Convenience. How this will impact parts suppliers." 11:45 am - 12:00 pm - Sean Kennedy, ABPA - Introduction to Board Candidates 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - ABPA Awards Lunch (pre function Coral Bay) Sponsored by Partslink 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm - Eric Horton, CCC Intelligent Solutions - " How can Aftermarket suppliers better embrace technology to meet the needs of independent shops and mega MSOs in this rapidly evolving market landscape while keeping their own identity." 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Chris Vanderzyden, Legacy Partners - " Equity to Liquidity : How to Execute a Profitable Exit Strategy" The vast majority of businesses brought to market fail to transact. Join Chris as she presents the 6-step process that prepares a business owner for a successful exit. Her session will bring clarity, insight, and guidance on what is often perceived to be a complicated process. 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Panel Discussion - "Automobile Insurance Insights and the Impact of Increased Collision Repair Costs" - Ken Weiss, Empire (moderator), Brian Fening - Liberty Mutual, & Scott Kohl - Kemper Afternoon Break - Thank you to our sponsors! 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm - NABC Vehicle Giveaway (Front Parking Lot) Join the NABC in this wonderful event where a veteran will received a refurbished vehicle! 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm - Offsite Dinner – PopStroke Sarasota Wrap up the ABPA Conference at our highly anticipated off-site dinner and networking event at PopStroke! Sponsored by Tong Yang Group. Shuttle buses will be available to take attendees to and from the event. Attendees will need to wear their ABPA badge. Sponsors Several levels of support are available. See the Tabletop and Sponsorship Application section below for details. All sponsors will get their name, website link, and logo (depending on the support level) added to this page! Tabletop and Sponsorship Application https://www.autobpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ABPA-Conference-Sponsorship-Application-2025-1.pdf Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 ABPA Conference are available! As an ABPA sponsor, you will receive the highest rated industry exposure for your business. In addition, you will be supporting the Association and making the 2025 Conference a success for all attendees. Information Source: Ed Salamy | eventbrite

The Banned Book Club is led by Bryn Durgin. It is dedicated to reading and protecting the most important and threatened books for our generation. May's pick is Flowers for Algernon , winner of both the Hugo and Nebula Awards. It's a classic story about a man who receives an operation that turns him into a genius (and introduces him to heartache). The book has been challenged because of "explicit language" and "sexual content." We will meet in person in the loft at our store at The Mark, 117 S. Pineapple Ave. The book club is $18.99, which includes a copy of Flowers for Algernon to be picked up at Bookstore1 any time before our meeting. About the book : Charlie Gordon is about to embark upon an unprecedented journey. Born with an unusually low IQ, he has been chosen as the perfect subject for an experimental surgery that researchers hope will increase his intelligence-a procedure that has already been highly successful when tested on a lab mouse named Algernon. As the treatment takes effect, Charlie's intelligence expands until it surpasses that of the doctors who engineered his metamorphosis. The experiment appears to be a scientific breakthrough of paramount importance, until Algernon suddenly deteriorates. Will the same happen to Charlie? Daniel Keyes (1927 - 2014) was born in Brooklyn, New York, and received his B.A. and M.A. degrees from Brooklyn College. He was the author of eight books, including the classic Flowers for Algernon, first published in 1966, which would go on to sell more than five million copies and inspire the film Charly. He also worked as a merchant seaman, fiction editor, high school teacher, and university professor, and won the Hugo and Nebula awards for his work. About Book Bans: Book bans in public schools have recurred throughout American history, and remain an issue of concern to us at Bookstore1Sarasota. Over the past years, the scope of such censorship has expanded rapidly. In the 2023-2024 school year, PEN America counted more than 10,000 book bans in public schools. And everywhere, it is the books that have long fought for a place on the shelf that are being targeted. Books by authors of color, by LGBTQ+ authors, by women. Books about racism, sexuality, gender, history. PEN America pushes back against censorship and the intolerance and exclusion that undergird it. Learn more here: https://pen.org/banned-books-list-2025/ . ................................................................................................. Click here to go to the Bookstore1Sarasota website. Information Source: Bookstore1Sarasota | eventbrite

Join us to learn what UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County is doing around the region with composting, waste reduction and recycling. This workshop blends indoor lessons with outdoor, hands-on activities in our compost demonstration area, and includes live demonstrations of our biogas and vermicomposting programs. Please register for this event ONLY at ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com rather than any third-party websites, as they are not affiliated with our classes and events. Attendees will learn the basics of home composting, the benefits of composting, and how to build a home compost system. Plus, attendees will have the option to purchase a GEOBIN compost bin (see registration options, below). NOTE: There are two registration options for this workshop: Workshop PLUS a GEOBIN compost bin: $25 registration (includes bin cost), which must be made in advance of the workshop. Workshop with no GEOBIN: Cost is free. Make 2025 your year to start composting and reducing your impact on the environment! INSTRUCTOR: Randall Penn, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County waste reduction agent For questions or further information, please call 941-861-5000 or email sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . If you require special accommodations to attend one of our events, please contact us in advance at 941-861-5000 or sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu . NOTE: Classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low registration or other circumstances, with full refunds issued for paid events. Similar classes or events often are offered on future dates. --- Type: Take a Class Topic: Waste Organization name: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Information Source: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County | eventbrite

The Dinner Society Co. is a company that will be hosting quarterly events to build long-lasting friendships and create a community that can not only better our lives, but the place we all call home. And, what better way to start your summer than coming to our very first mixer! Ticket Includes: Glass of Bubbly (or Mocktail) + Sushi Light Bites! DJ & Violinist Entertainment Poppy’s Corner Sweet Treats Build-Your-Own Bouquet Bar to take home Opportunity to Network and get together with an amazing group of women! Pop-Ups & Extras: T.Georgiano's Boutique Pop-Up Table J&R Trucker Hat Bar Pop-Up Table Specially Curated Al A Carte Food and Drink Menu by Rose & Ivy Attire As this is an outdoor garden event, comfort is key! We are going for a garden/summer theme, so wear whatever makes you feel your best. Experience Join us for an exclusive women’s networking event at the Rose & Ivy, in Downtown Sarasota, Florida. We will also have a raffle at the end to win a basket full of goodies!! Be ready to have fun! We are so excited to hangout with you all! Information Source: The Dinner Society Co. | eventbrite

FSGA Gulf Coast Annual Fall Conference Topic: Benefits & Resources Speakers: To Be Determined - Guardian Law CEUs will be offered CEUs and CLEs available. Breakfast and lunch provided. Pre-registration is mandatory; no walk-ins accepted. Information Source: FSGA Gulf Coast Chapter | eventbrite

FSGA Gulf Coast Annual Fall Conference Topic: Benefits & Resources Speakers: To Be Determined - Guardian Law CEUs will be offered CEUs and CLEs available. Breakfast and lunch provided. Pre-registration is mandatory; no walk-ins accepted. Information Source: FSGA Gulf Coast Chapter | eventbrite