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One of the many benefits of living more sustainably is that it builds community. Volunteer, take a class or tour, attend an event, speak up for a cause. You’ll find satisfaction in making community connections and sharing in building community health and prosperity. Our Community Events Calendar is the only one of its kind bringing all of these local Suncoast opportunities to you in one place. Want to connect with local environmental organizations directly? Check out the online directory for a full list of organizations and the solutions they are working towards.

Armchair Adventure with Cookbook Author Dalia Colon

    May 15 10:00AM

    Dalia has written a cookbook, The Florida Vegetarian, that is so much more than just a gathering of recipesCome Friday, May 15, 10:00 am -noon , for a Sarasota Master Gardener...

    Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

    • Food
    May 15 10:00AM

    Shop handcrafted goods, connect with local artists, enjoy live music, and experience wellness events that embody the Sarasota spirit.

    Cooking Up Health the Mediterranean Way (webinar series)

    • Food
    May 15 11:30AM

    Curious about improving your diet? Don't know where to start? Register to learn simple steps, kitchen hacks, and recipe preparation!Overview The Cooking Up Health class series...

    Cooking Up Health the Mediterranean Way (6-Part Webinar Series)

    • Food
    May 15 11:30AM

    Curious about improving your diet? Don't know where to start? Register to learn simple steps, kitchen hacks, and recipe preparation!Overview The Cooking Up Health class series...

    Cooking Up Health the Mediterranean Way (6-Part Webinar Series)

    • Food
    May 15 11:30AM

    Curious about improving your diet? Don't know where to start? Register to learn simple steps, kitchen hacks, and recipe preparation!Overview The Cooking Up Health class series...

    Cooking Up Health the Mediterranean Way (6-Part Webinar Series)

    • Food
    May 15 11:30AM

    Curious about improving your diet? Don't know where to start? Register to learn simple steps, kitchen hacks, and recipe preparation!Overview The Cooking Up Health class series...

    Newtown Farmers Market

    • Food
    May 15 12:00PM

    Sarasotas Newtown Farmers Market is an affiliate of The Newtown Nation and was established to promote, support, and provide healthy produce for our community while also providing...

    Sarasota Farmers Market

    • Food
    May 16 07:00AM

    Our mission is to create a social opportunity for residents and visitors to gather and interact, to bring foot traffic to downtown Sarasota supporting the economic viability of...

    Venice Farmers Market

    • Food
    May 16 08:00AM

    Join the Venice Florida Farmers Market community every Saturday year-round, rain or shine. Enjoy live music from local entertainers, food and drinks, local produce and handmade...

    Bradenton Public Market

    • Food
    May 16 09:00AM

    Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, music, and free family activities on Old Main Street.

    Rain Barrel Workshop

    • Water
    • Nature
    May 16 10:00AM

    Learn more about the benefits of rain barrels, and purchase a recycled, food grade-plastic rain barrel for your property. (Q/A afterward)To purchase a rain barrel (or barrels),...

    Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

    • Food
    May 16 10:00AM

    Shop handcrafted goods, connect with local artists, enjoy live music, and experience wellness events that embody the Sarasota spirit.

    Newtown Farmers Market

    • Food
    May 16 10:00AM

    Sarasotas Newtown Farmers Market is an affiliate of The Newtown Nation and was established to promote, support, and provide healthy produce for our community while also providing...

    Siesta Key Farmers Market 

    • Food
    May 17 09:00AM

    Located in Siesta Village every Sunday 9am- 2pm. Fresh produce, baked goods, coffee, food, unique gifts and much much more.

    Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch

    • Food
    May 17 10:00AM

    The Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch was voted number 1 in the US and has fast become a favorite weekly tradition for people from all over the region seeking farm-fresh produce,...

    Newtown Farmers Market

    • Food
    May 17 12:00PM

    Sarasotas Newtown Farmers Market is an affiliate of The Newtown Nation and was established to promote, support, and provide healthy produce for our community while also providing...

    5/17 Clothing Swap to Save the Drops!

      May 17 02:00PM

      Bring donated clothing items to participate in our Clothing Swap to Save the Drops! All ages welcome.Clothing Swaps Save the Drops—Join us for a sustainable fashion event!Did you...

      Demonstration Garden Tour: Twin Lakes Park

        May 18 10:00AM

        Join Sarasota County Master Gardener Volunteers the third Monday of the month to explore the Florida-friendly gardens at Twin Lakes ParkJoin Master Gardener volunteers on the...

        A Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Success Story: The Tale of Atala & Coontie

        • Nature
        May 18 10:30AM

        The history of the Atala butterfly and its host plant, the coontie cycad. The story of how they were almost wiped out and how you can help!The Anthropocene era has caused the loss...

        Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance (LCLM) Certification Review

          May 19 08:00AM

          Review for the LCLM pesticide exam - CEUs available!This is a REVIEW-ONLY class. As of October 1, 2025, UF/IFAS Extension no longer is offering pesticide exams. Exam registration...

          Energy Upgrade: 5 Steps to Energy Savings

          • Energy
          • Water
          May 19 01:30PM

          Learn about energy-, water-, and cost-saving strategies and available financial assistance. Receive a DIY kit to get started on saving!Join us at Energy Upgrade: 5 Steps to Energy...

          Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Foodscaping for the Suncoast

            May 19 02:00PM

            Many people want to grow more of their own food, but do not consider our unique options when starting a garden. Fruits, nuts, and more!Concerned about rising food prices, limited...

            Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Planting for the Bees

            • Nature
            May 20 09:00AM

            Learn how to landscape for, attract and identify bees found on the Florida Suncoast.Learn how to attract and ID local bees. Learn how to identify a few of the most common and...

            EcoWalk: Meditation in the Parks – Urfer Family Park

            • Nature
            May 21 09:00AM

            Join us for an exploration of finding peace within nature along a mostly silent walk.***Meet next to historic Dr.'s house adjacent to bathrooms. Join us for a contemplative walk...

            Englewood Farmers Market

            • Food
            May 21 09:00AM

            Local and Organic Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Meats, Seafood, Dairy, Plants, Herbs, Prepared Foods, Honey, Syrups, Sauces, Salsa and more.

            Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

            • Food
            May 21 10:00AM

            Shop handcrafted goods, connect with local artists, enjoy live music, and experience wellness events that embody the Sarasota spirit.

            Newtown Farmers Market

            • Food
            May 21 12:00PM

            Sarasotas Newtown Farmers Market is an affiliate of The Newtown Nation and was established to promote, support, and provide healthy produce for our community while also providing...

            Sustainability in Sports (webinar)

            • Waste
            May 21 02:00PM

            Join us for a unique webinar discussing the impact of sports on our environmentThe sports industry is much more than the teams that are taking the field. In today’s world of...

            Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Planting for the Bees

            • Nature
            May 21 02:00PM

            Learn how to landscape for, attract and identify bees found on the Florida Suncoast.Learn how to attract and ID local bees. Learn how to identify a few of the most common and...