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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Jacksonville Sporting Club

    Wednesday, May 13th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Jacksonville Sporting Club Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an ope…

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    Mom & Me Flower Make + Take at The Juice Pod

    Thursday, May 14th 11:00AM - 12:00PM

    Mom & Me Flower Make + Take 🌸 Join us for a sweet and creative afternoon at this special Mom & Me (or Your Favorite Grown-Up!) Flower Make + Take event! Little ones will create a cute keepsake by designing their own cardstock vase and filling it with mini blooms from our neighborhood flo…

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    In-Store Trunk Show at Rooted and Free - Doohickies & Such

    Saturday, May 16th 10:00AM - 12:00PM

    We’re so excited to welcome Christa of Doohickies & Such to the shop for a trunk show! This woman-owned, local jewelry brand is rooted in creativity, joy, and purpose. Each handcrafted piece (or “doohickie”) is thoughtfully designed to bring a little extra happiness into your everyday and …

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    She & Me - The Nourished Girls Club at The Wellness Space

    Saturday, May 16th 10:00AM - 11:30AM

    The Nourished Girls Club is a Sarasota-based wellness community for girls in grades 3–7, built on the belief that every girl deserves a shame-free, supportive space to grow up in. NGC programming covers body confidence, puberty education, emotional wellbeing, and nourishing habits — always warm,…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. South Georgia Tormenta SC

    Saturday, May 16th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs South Georgia Tormenta SC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open…

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    Resin & Rose: Pet Suncatcher Edition at Grove

    Wednesday, May 20th 4:00PM - 6:30PM

    Join us for a creative afternoon at GROVE as we partner with Shattered Glass DIY for a hands-on glass and resin art experience. Guests will design their own 12" x 12" Pet Suncatcher, choosing from four beautiful designs, Pittie, Corgi, Bulldog or Schnauzer, while unwinding with wine and good compa…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Rise Above Performing Arts

    Friday, May 22nd 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us for a celebration of local visual, musical, and performing arts. Each month will feature a different group spanning from live music and theater to orchestras and more, so every experience is different. This eve…

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    The Sourdough Society

    Tuesday, May 26th 5:30PM - 6:30PM

    🥖 Sourdough Society of LWR We’re excited to continue growing the Sourdough Society and take things to the next level at our upcoming gathering! This meeting will dive deeper into the art and science of sourdough. We’ll walk through a guided PowerPoint presentation covering key elements…

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    Our Lady of Guadalupe Wine Dinner at GROVE

    Friday, May 29th 7:00PM - 9:00PM

    Experience an immersive evening celebrating the coastal character and craftsmanship behind Our Lady of Guadalupe, the premium Sta. Rita Hills label founded by acclaimed winemaker Dave Phinney. This chef-curated, five-course wine dinner features a thoughtfully selected range of wines, paired with an …

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. New York Cosmos

    Saturday, May 30th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs New York Cosmos Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air setti…

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    Knit & Sip: Hand Knit Blanket Workshop at GROVE

    Tuesday, June 2nd 4:00PM - 6:30PM

    Join us for a cozy, hands-on workshop as we welcome Deb, founder of TDog ChunkyHandKnits, for a guided hand knitting workshop. In this interactive class, you'll learn the fundamentals of hand knitting while creating your own soft, oversized blanket. Perfect for beginners, this experience walks …

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    Mosaic & Merlot: A Hands-On Tile Workshop at GROVE

    Thursday, June 11th 4:00PM - 6:30PM

    Join us at GROVE for a creative, hands-on evening as we welcome Connie of Sun & Fun Mosaics for a guided mosaic workshop experience. In this interactive class, you will design and create your own mosaic tile piece using colorful tiles and professional tools. Choose from four design options,…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Lakewood Ranch Big Band

    Friday, June 12th 6:30PM - 7:30PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us for a celebration of local visual, musical, and performing arts. Each month will feature a different group spanning from live music and theater to orchestras and more, so every experience is different. This eve…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, June 12th 7:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. June 12th: Lilo and Stich (Live Action) Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE Snow Cone…

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    In-Store Trunk Show at Rooted and Free - Coastal Life

    Saturday, June 13th 10:00AM - 12:00PM

    Join us in store for a special Coastal Life Trunk Show, featuring faith-based apparel inspired by the beauty of the beach and the wonder of God’s creation. Each piece is designed to be more than just something you wear, it’s a walking billboard meant to spark conversations, plant seeds, and poin…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Union Omaha

    Saturday, June 13th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Union Omaha Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air setting b…

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    Summer Wine Walk at GROVE

    Tuesday, June 16th 5:30PM - 7:30PM

    Join us for an immersive walk-around wine tasting experience featuring tasting areas hosted by a collection of industry experts, with light bites included throughout the evening. Our supplier partners of leading national and imported brands are returning to the Grove Ballroom, offering guests t…

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    Create + Pour: A Candle-Making Experience at GROVE

    Thursday, June 18th 4:30PM - 6:30PM

    Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and custom scents at GROVE. In collaboration with Jennstone Candle Company, we're hosting a hands-on candle-making workshop where you'll design your own signature scent and pour a 10 oz. candle to take home. Each guest will be guided step-by-step …

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    Macrame Workshop at Rooted and Free

    Friday, June 19th 6:30PM - 8:30PM

    Bring the beach vibes home and add a little coastal magic to your space in this hands-on macramé workshop. You’ll learn the basics of macramé in an easy, instructor-led class designed for beginners and creative hearts alike. We’ll walk you step-by-step through simple knots and techniques wh…

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    Star-Spangled Spectacular at Waterside Place!

    Saturday, July 4th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    Get ready to light up your 4th of July at the Star-Spangled Spectacular at Waterside Place! From 6 to 9 PM, the fun is non-stop with jaw-dropping circus acts 🤹, classic carnival games, a whimsical kids' zone, mouthwatering local eats 🍔, and festive vibes all around. Then, at 9 PM, look to the …

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Pops Orchestra Jazz Combo

    Friday, July 10th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us for a celebration of local visual, musical, and performing arts. Each month will feature a different group spanning from live music and theater to orchestras and more, so every experience is different. This eve…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, July 10th 7:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. July 10th: Tangled  Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE popsicle from Florida Pops t…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Miami FC

    Saturday, July 11th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Miami FC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air setting buil…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. FC Naples

    Saturday, August 1st 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs FC Naples Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air setting bui…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, August 14th 7:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. August 14th: The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE food…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC

    Wednesday, August 19th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Chattanooga Red Wolves SC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. South Georgia Tormenta FC

    Saturday, August 29th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs South Georgia Tormenta FC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Spokane Velocity FC

    Saturday, September 5th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Spokane Velocity FC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air s…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Pops Orchestra Brass Quintet

    Friday, September 11th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us for a celebration of local visual, musical, and performing arts. Each month will feature a different group spanning from live music and theater to orchestras and more, so every experience is different. This eve…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, September 11th 7:00PM - 12:00AM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. September 11th: Toy Story 5 Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE Burger with chips fro…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Greenville Triumph SC

    Saturday, September 19th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Greenville Triumph SC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Charlotte Independence

    Saturday, October 3rd 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Charlotte Independence  Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Asolo Rep on Tour - Shakespeare 45

    Friday, October 9th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us at Waterside Place for an Asolo Rep on Tour production: Shakespeare 45 Adapted from William Shakespeare and created by Asolo Rep's Director of Education & Engagement Terrance Jackson. This Shakespearean…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, October 9th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. October 9th: Wicked Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE food item...COMING SOON! S…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Richmond Kickers

    Saturday, October 10th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Richmond Kickers Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air sett…

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    Sarasota Paradise vs. Westchester SC

    Saturday, October 24th 7:30PM - 10:00PM

    Sarasota Paradise vs Westchester SC Our city’s first professional soccer team is here! Sarasota Paradise brings live professional soccer to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for the first time. Be part of a season that belongs to this community and experience game day in an open-air settin…

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    BooFest on Main Street

    Friday, October 30th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    👻 Presented by Veteran Air, join us for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Children are invited to trick-or-treat along a festive street filled with local vendor booths and merchants handing out sweet treats, don’t forget your costume and trick-or-treat tote! 🍬 🧪 …

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    Empty Bowls 2026

    Friday, November 13th 11:00AM - 1:00PM

    🥣 26th Annual Empty BowlsFriday, November 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 1 PMLakewood Ranch Main Street Join Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee for the 26th Annual Empty Bowls, benefiting The Food Bank of Manatee. For 40 years, The Food Bank has fed neighbors in need and this community tradition helps ensure…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: The Circus Arts Conservatory

    Friday, November 13th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place 🎶🎨A Performance & Fine Arts Series Join us for a celebration of local visual, musical, and performing arts. Each month will feature a different group spanning from live music and theater to orchestras and more, so every experience is different. This eve…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, November 13th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. November 13th: Wicked: For Good Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE food item...COMIN…

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    Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble

    Friday, December 11th 6:00PM - 7:00PM

    Lakewood Ranch Festival Band – Sights & Sounds Concert Series Led by Music Director & Conductor Joe Martinez, the Lakewood Ranch Festival Band brings the spirit of the season to the Waterside Pavilion as part of the Sights & Sounds concert series. This 22-member ensemble of brass…

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    Movie in the Park

    Friday, December 11th 6:00PM - 9:00PM

    Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at sunset. This event is graciously sponsored by Grace Community Church. December 11th: The Polar Express Grace Community Church will be providing one (1) FREE food item...COMI…

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    New Year's Eve at Waterside Place

    Thursday, December 31st — Friday, January 1st 7:00PM - 12:00AM

    ✨ Get ready to GLOW! ✨ Ring in the New Year at Waterside Place with an electrifying block-party celebration that shines brighter than ever. Dance the night away with live music from #NoFilter, fuel up with delicious bites from food trucks and sweet treat vendors, and rack up point…

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