Kirsten says: “Fashion, fast cars, live music and a barbecue on the beach! Sounds like a summer blockbuster movie intro, coming to theaters near you. But no, my friends, that is what’s happening this weekend in Sarasota.”

BREAKING NEWS: In support of DEATH METAL ANGOLA, MUSICWOOD and other SFF music films, come to Growler’s Pub Sarasota on Wednesday night from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM where you will be barraged by DUNE TRAIN and HAIL DALE, two of our areas hottest bands. Meet SFF and Sarasota Music Scene staff, directors and filmmakers. Trailers will be screened and you WILL be rocked! Growler’s Pub, 2831 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL. (941) 487-7373. Special thanks to our friend Ed Midler at the always amazing SARASOTA MUSIC SCENE! DEATH METAL ANGOLA (part of our Documentary Feature Competition) director Jeremy Xido is at the [...]

Kirsten writes: “Spring is in my heart! The sun sets later, flowers are in bloom, the weather is getting warmer and the Sarasota County Fair is here! Whether you attend for the rides, fried food, shows, animals or just to people-watch, it’s a tradition to kick off spring at the fair!”

Kirsten writes: “I am so proud to be a part of such a wonderful group of people here at This Week in Sarasota. We will be celebrating our success and giving back to Resurrection House of Sarasota County this Saturday at our first annual TWISfest! YES!

Kirsten writes: “The Academy Awards are this Sunday with fun ways to view the show. It’s entertaining to watch Hollywood, but I hope everyone is making the most out of their own lives in the starring role! Get out there this weekend and enjoy it all.”

This Week In Sarasota has been a leading source for community news, entertainment, events and opinion for seven years now—and we think it’s high time to celebrate how far we’ve come. That’s why we’re inviting you to the first-ever TWISFest, a meet-the-team bash and community showcase!