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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.

Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

  • Food
Jul 10 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
Jul 10 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
Jul 11 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
Jul 11 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...

EcoWalk: Meditation in the Parks – Red Bug Slough

  • Nature
Jul 11 09:00AM

Join us for an exploration of finding peace within nature along a mostly silent walk.Join us for a contemplative walk where we will practice mindfulness, breathwork, and using all...

Rain Barrel Workshop

  • Water
  • Nature
Jul 11 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
Jul 11 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
Jul 11 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
Jul 12 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
Jul 12 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
Jul 12 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...

7/12 Clothing Swap to Save the Drops!

    Jul 12 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...

    Sustainable Food and You Lunch-and-Learn (webinar)

    • Energy
    • Food
    • Waste
    Jul 15 12:00PM

    Join UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County as we examine how grocery shopping habits can reduce food waste.Join UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County as we partner with Manatee County to...

    EcoWalk: Meditation in the Parks – Urfer Family Park

    • Nature
    Jul 16 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...

    Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

    • Food
    Jul 16 10:00AM

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

    Keeping the Pressure Down (4-class webinar series)

    • Food
    Jul 16 12:00PM

    Join our interactive 4-week program and learn how the DASH Eating plan can help you keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.Overview Keeping the Pressure Down: Discover DASH...

    Keeping the Pressure Down (4-class webinar series)

    • Food
    Jul 16 12:00PM

    Join our interactive 4-week program and learn how the DASH Eating plan can help you keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.Overview Keeping the Pressure Down: Discover DASH...

    Keeping the Pressure Down (4-class webinar series)

    • Food
    Jul 16 12:00PM

    Join our interactive 4-week program and learn how the DASH Eating plan can help you keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.Overview Keeping the Pressure Down: Discover DASH...

    Keeping the Pressure Down (4-class webinar series)

    • Food
    Jul 16 12:00PM

    Join our interactive 4-week program and learn how the DASH Eating plan can help you keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.Overview Keeping the Pressure Down: Discover DASH...

    Vermicomposting 101 (webinar)

    • Waste
    Jul 16 12:00PM

    Join UF/IFAS Leon and Sarasota County to learn the basics of using worms to turn your kitchen scraps compost castings.Please join us for a Vermicomposting 101 workshop. Did you...

    Newtown Farmers Market

    • Food
    Jul 16 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...

    Color Your Landscape: The Magic of Caladiums

    • Water
    • Nature
    Jul 16 05:30PM

    Caladiums, with their wide variety of bright, contrasting colors, can make your garden POP with color!Caladiums, native to the tropical regions of South America, are prized for...

    Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

    • Food
    Jul 17 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
    Jul 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...

    Sarasota Farmers Market

    • Food
    Jul 18 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
    Jul 18 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...

    Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

    • Food
    Jul 18 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
    Jul 18 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...

    Bug-Off: BioBlitz – Moth Edition

    • Nature
    Jul 18 08:00PM

    Join us at Urfer Family Park to observe moths in celebration of National Moth Week.Join us for an exciting, Animal Crossing-inspired "Bug-Off" BioBlitz at Urfer Family Park!...