Sarasota Garden Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the Sarasota region. With more than 200 members, the organization maintains the vast gardens around its clubhouse and offers educational programs to the community on topics ranging from landscaping to basic lessons in ecology. Most meetings are held from September through May, with a yearly welcome-back potluck scheduled in October.
Shriners International is a fraternity based on fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. The fraternity is open to men of integrity from all walks of life and the local branch was chartered in 1982. The Sahib Shriners offer a member business directory, which is comprised of attorneys, accountants, photographers, contractors, home improvement companies, insurance providers and financial services. The group has a restaurant open for the public and also offers a facility that is available for rent for all types of occasions, including meetings, conventions, private groups and social organizations. The facility is comprised of a grand ballroom with room for more than 400 guests and a main hall that can be used for parties, weddings, anniversaries and class reunions. Banquet services include a full service bar, a full kitchen, a buffet, cocktail services and fine dining meal options.
Sarasota Surf & Racquet Club is located on the Gulf of Mexico on Siesta Key. The amenities at this vacation rental community include four tennis courts (two hard/two clay), two heated pools, fitness center, direct beach access and a beach pavilion that has barbecue grills.
This property houses the council headquarters for Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, which serves more than 10,000 girls ages 5 - 17 throughout ten counties. It also has a fully functioning Girl Scout Shop where supplies, uniforms, sashes, vests, books and awards can be purchased. Orders can be phoned, faxed, emailed or purchased online. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida received the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for this facility.
Castel Del Mare is a condominium complex located near Siesta Key. The Mediterranean-style complex amenities include lush, tropical grounds, heated pool, internet access and cable television. The complex is also pet friendly.
The Gator Club is a bar located in downtown Sarasota on Main Street. The bar and club is located in the historic Gator Club building and offers live entertainment nightly. The club offers happy hour and weekly drink specials.
