SRQ DAILY Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Dining and Food Edition
"We're a small brewery, so we're constantly releasing new brews and old favorites,"
Since opening in 2016, Calusa Brewing has become one of Sarasota’s most well-known and respected craft breweries. Calusa has built a reputation for its ever-rotating selection of innovative and consistently well-crafted beers. And with its welcoming, laid-back vibe and ongoing events, the Calusa taproom has become something of a community hangout.
On Friday, March 28th, Calusa will host a Night Market, something they try to do on the last Friday of each month during season. People are invited to come in, grab a beer, and browse offerings from local vendors including handcrafted candles from Beaver Wicks Candle Co., orchids from Blue Pagoda, plants and coffee from Roots & Roasts, natural handmade soaps from SoaPure and vintage records from Vinyl Vault. The event will run from 5pm-8:30pm indoors in the Calusa event space. Calusa will follow the Night Market with another gathering on Saturday, March 29th, for one of their frequent Can Release events.
“We’re a small brewery, so we’re constantly releasing new brews and old favorites,” says co-owner Vic Faulck. “We have maybe sixty brews that we rotate through, and then we try to mix it up and come up with new ones from time to time as well.”
Last week, Calusa brought back Skeleton Man, a double IPA that Faulck describes as “cult favorite”. This week’s can release will feature The Healer, a crisp, easy-drinking golden ale that was one of the first beers ever released at Calusa, and Peach Ring Bliss Berliner Weisse, a tart and fruity wheat beer made with real peach juice. All beers mentioned are available on draft and in 4-packs to go.
Really though, Calusa has something going on just about every evening. There’s the Monday Run Club with Scorch Fitness at 6pm (with $1 off beer for participants), game show nights on Tuesdays, Thursday trivia, and more. To keep up with what’s brewing, sign up for the biweekly newsletter on the Calusa website.
Calusa Brewing,
5377 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, 941-552-8846, www.calusabrewing.com. 
Pictured: Skeleton Man IPA is back at Calusa Brewing, along with limited-edition Skeleton Man t-shirts. Courtesy photo.
Sugar Champagne Bar, a sophisticated new lounge in downtown Sarasota, is set to open on Friday, March 28, 2025. Located at the corner of S. Pineapple Ave and Lemon Ave, this upscale venue offers an elegant experience with an extensive Champagne selection, fine wines, handcrafted cocktails, and caviar service—all in a stunning Old Regency Florida-inspired setting. For more information or to reserve your table, visit SugarBarSRQ.com or follow Sugar Champagne Bar on social media for more updates.
A new dining destination is making its mark in Southwest Florida. Rush Inn Bar & Grille opened its doors at Miromar Outlets Sunday, March 23. Expanding from its beloved roots in Northern Cleveland, Rush Inn brings its signature flavors, lively atmosphere, and live entertainment to Estero. For more information, visit miromaroutlets.com or call 239-319-5816.
Families are invited to a FREE day of fun, positivity, and inspiration at A Grandpa Joe Day! on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at The Yard at the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa. This free admission event will feature a live book reading and reenactment by children’s author Bill Shea, a kids’ concert by Corey Thornton, and exciting carnival-themed activities.
Break out the neon and big hair—Fresh Fridays is taking Sarasota back to the 80’s! On Friday, April 4, from 7 to 10 pm, Main Street transforms into a retro paradise with live music from Scarlet Drive, arcade nostalgia, and delicious bites from local favorites. This free, all-ages event is the perfect way to relive the decade of mixtapes and moonwalks.
Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources invite the community to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Gulf Gate Library’s new facility on Saturday, April 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 7112 Curtiss Ave., Sarasota. This free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, interactive activities and delicious refreshments in a festive luau-themed setting.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will happen at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, at Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. The Keith Farmhouse, originally built in 1916, is one of Sarasota County’s most significant historic structures, reflecting the county’s early development and cultural heritage. Over the years, the farmhouse has served multiple purposes, from housing estate staff to becoming a residence for artists.
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce the lineup for its 2025 Burdick New Play Festival, featuring three staged readings of new works by contemporary American playwrights. This year’s Festival presents My Brother Jake by Dave Osmundsen, Zoom Therapy by Lucile Lichtblau, and Dog Mom by Tate Hanyok. Readings will take place on April 18, April 25, and May 2 at 3PM in FST’s Keating Theatre.
Ringling College Galleries and Exhibitions, in conjunction with the 16th Annual Richard and Barbara Basch Glass Exhibition, proudly welcome Donna Davies, Executive Director of Pilchuck Glass School, for an engaging lecture and meet-and-greet on March 24 at 1:30 PM in the Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery. To RSVP, please email the number of seat you’d like to galleries@ringling.edu or call 941-359-7563.
The Perlman Music Program Suncoast welcomes the return of PMP alumni, the Renaissance String Quartet, for a highly anticipated series of performances in March. Known for its dynamic musicianship and innovative approach to classical repertoire, the Juilliard-trained ensemble will take the stage for three concerts, including a special collaboration with Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.
Monday, March 24, with Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe; Wednesday, March 26, at Manatee Performing Arts Center; Thursday, March 27, at First Presbyterian Church.
We’re back with the incredible 2025 TGIF | BEST OF SRQ LOCAL PARTY celebrating the winners recognized and voted on by our readers in SRQ Magazine’s epic 2025 Best of SRQ Local Readers Competition. Join us on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 5-8 pm at the Aloft Hotel in Downtown Sarasota to taste and experience some of this year's "Best of SRQ Local" restaurants and cocktails. Share a hip evening with our area’s passionate localvores and foodies.
Aloft Sarasota, 1401 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Robert Gibbs is considered one of the foremost urban retail planners in America. For more than two decades, his expertise has been sought by some of the most respected mayors, renowned architects, and successful real-estate developers in the country. Profiled in The New York Times and The Atlantic, Gibbs is said, “to have a sensibility unlike anything possessed by the urban planners who usually design downtown-renewal efforts.” He is also a founder and recognized leader in the Congress for the New Urbanism, having pioneered the implementation of its sustainable principles of Traditional Town Planning as an antidote to suburban sprawl. For the past 20 years, Gibbs has taught “Urban Retail Planning” at the Harvard Graduate School of Design Executive Education program. He has been active in developing innovative methods for applying traditional urban planning principles to more than 500 new town centers, cities and universities across the Americas and Pacific Rim. Gibbs lectures frequently throughout the country, is the author of Principles of Urban Retail Planning and has contributed to numerous books and publications. In January 2025 Hoyt Architecture Lab opened the 2025 Urban Studies Speaker Series with Jarrett Walker, urban transit expert and author of Human Transit: How Clearer Thinking about Public Transit Can Enrich Our Communities and Our Lives. Upcoming scheduled speakers in the 2025 Urban Studies Speaker Series line up include Chuck Marohn (founder and president of Strong Towns) and traffic engineer Wes Marshall (author of Killed by a Traffic Engineer.) Sponsored by the Downtown Improvement District (DID). Media Sponsor: SRQ MEDIA.
Aloft Sarasota Hotel, 1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota
Think while you drinks! Gather your friends, co-workers or family and join us for a fun-filled evening. Prizes and specials each night. Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm. Gecko’s on Clark – Monday ; Gecko’s on SR64 & Stickney Point – Tuesday ; Gecko’s on Hillview – Wednesday.
Gecko's Grill & Pub, Multiple Locations
Tripletail Seafood & Spirits is thrilled to announce the launch of its much-anticipated Sunday Brunch. Guests are invited to indulge in a delightful brunch experience on our beautiful covered patio or casual dining room with nautical touches. Our new brunch menu features a variety of mouth-watering dishes created by Chef Cesareo Cardenas, including his decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast, savory Steak & Eggs, succulent Lobster Benedict, the flavorful Tripletail Brunch Burger, and Crab & Shrimp Omelet. To complement your meal, guests will receive a complimentary Bloody Mary or Mimosa with the purchase of any entrée.
Tripletail Seafood & Spirits , 4870 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231
Every Wednesdat at 6 pm a 5k Fun Run starts and ends at 99 Bottles. Course runs through Downtown Sarasota and along the Bayfront, all skill levels, all fun. Each time you finish a run, you must get yout card punched to get an attendance credit and receive 99 bottles prizes. All runners are expected to obey all traffic laws, be courteous to other runners, pedestrians, cyclists, animals, etc.on the route and to know your limits - running and/or drinking!
99 Bottles, 1445 2nd St Sarasota, FL 34236
Join us for an enchanted evening affair in the Museum of Art Courtyard. This elegant dinner party will feature an extravagant multi-course meal with expert wine pairings, a champagne cocktail hour, and live music under the stars.
Museum of Art | Courtyard, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
Reel the rhythm, taste the flavor, and soak in the sunshine at the Sarasota Reggae & Food Festival, happening March 28-30, 2025! This free, three-day celebration at promises an unforgettable fusion of irresistible island beats, bold flavors, and good vibes—all set against the beautiful Sarasota backdrop.
Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Introducing, Booked for Lunch: Supporting Manatee Libraries 2025. The Library Foundation of Manatee County is thrilled to announce our return to our in-person author events this spring! Join us for a luncheon celebrating and supporting Manatee County's wonderful public library system. While guests enjoy a beautiful lunch prepared by GROVE, our Library Services Manager, Tammy Parrott, will moderate a fireside chat with our special guest, Jenna Bush Hager. Attendees will have an opportunity to get a photo with and/or a book signed by Jenna at the conclusion of the luncheon.
Grove Ballroom, 0670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch at Selby Gardens! Ticket price includes a hot and cold brunch buffet catered by Michael’s on East featuring an omelet and pancake station, carvings station, dessert bar, plus coffee, tea, and water. All other beverages will be available for purchase. Your brunch ticket also grants you full access to our Downtown Sarasota Campus to view the gardens and Spring Exhibition, George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life, before or after your seating time.
Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Indulge in a magical experience at our inaugural luncheon where you can step into your own wonderland and immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Holiday House SRQ. Proceeds from the lunch will directly fund the 2025 Holiday House Season.
Sarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Enjoy Easter Brunch at Selby Gardens! Ticket price includes a hot and cold brunch buffet catered by Michael’s on East, featuring an omelet and pancake station, carving station, dessert bar, plus coffee, tea, and water. All other beverages will be available for purchase. Bring the kids for a fun Easter egg hunt and balloon twisting. Your brunch ticket also grants you full access to our Downtown Sarasota Campus to view our Spring Exhibition, George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life, before or after your seating time!
Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
With Peter Rothstein, producing artistic director of Asolo Repertory Theatre. When Peter Rothstein stepped into Michael Donald Edwards’ shoes, his vast experience gave him just the background he needed to guide Asolo Rep to exciting new heights. Rothstein will share his vision for Asolo’s future.
Sarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
This incredible evening will feature inventive cocktails, an elegant dinner, and a one-night-only Pops performance by YOUR Sarasota Orchestra. The performance will feature sensational songs by Marvin Hamlisch and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber.
The Ora, 578 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota FL 34232
Jump into Spring at the Meadows Market! Catch the Easter Bunny on the lawn for a Family Photo or search for the Golden Egg at the Egg hunt
The Meadows, 5041 Ringwood Meadow Sarasota, FL 34235
Join The Market on Dearborn every Friday evening from October 2024 - May 2025 from 3pm-7pm on Historic Dearborn Street in Englewood, Florida as we launch an evening market to expand opportunities for local entrepreneurs and provide an additional family-friendly event for local residents and guests of Englewood
The Market on Dearborn, 232 W Dearborn St., Englewood, FL, United States, Florida 34223
At Children First’s 25th Anniversary Fairytale Ball: Magic is All Around, enjoy a timeless experience like never before. Step into a world of imagination and whimsical beauty where fairytales bring our mission to life. Learn about your collective impact on our children and families through heartfelt stories and enjoy a delectable dinner and libations from Michael’s On East.
Michael's On East , Michael's on East Ballroom
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