11th Annual Paws on the Catwalk Luncheon

April 20, 2017 

Held at the Ritz-Carlton in downtown Sarasota, doors will open at 10:30 a.m. with signature cocktails, a shopping reception and a raffle, followed by lunch. Guests will be treated to a fashion show produced by INfluence Style, a live auction and exciting entertainment throughout. Attire: White for women, black for men.Tickets: $150 each. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Sarasota County. More info and tickets here.

Blossoms & Brunch: A Floral Affair

April 22, 2017

Celebrate Mable Ringling's famous rose garden: enjoy a hibiscus-rose mimosa while learning about roses from a renowned horticulturist and enjoying music by a strolling musician, then enjoy a seated brunch outside near the rose garden (complete with Mable's rose rooibos tea). Floral photo station, too. $120; for more information, click here. 

A La Mode Macaron Pop-Up at Camilyn Beth Studio

April 22, 2017

A La Mode Macaron, which sandwiches creamy, dreamy ice cream between giant macaron cookies, is setting up shop outside Camilyn Beth's Palm Avenue studio in celebration of the designer's five-year anniversary. Flavors include honey-lavender, s'mores and and raspberry cheesecake; they'll be available from noon until sold-out (pro tip: get there early). More info here. 

Blues, Brews and BBQ Fest

April 22, 2017

The 3rd Annual Blues, Brews and BBQ Fest kicks off with live music from Suncoast blues artist Steve Arvey, known as “Stone Crab Steve.” Along with the music there will be tasty food and barbecue and a full liquor bar along with standard domestic beers, wine and non-alcoholic selections also available, a silent auction and more. Admission: $5 at the gate, 12 and under are free. 3 p.m.-9 p.m. Gates open at 2 p.m. Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island. More info here.

Sunsets in Paradise

April 22, 2017

Benefitting Meals on Wheels of Manatee and featuring live entertainment, gourmet eats, an open bar, silent and live auctions and more. Tickets $150. For more info, click here.

Art, Rhymes & Beer: Earth Day Edition

April 22, 2017

Benefitting Big Cat Habitat, Art, Rhymes & Beer is a celebration of local art, music, business and culture. There'll be food by Solid Slab BBQ, Chef Craig Chasky, PizzaSRQ and Curry Station, plus brews from Big Top Brewing, live performances and more. Info here.

Best of Sarasota 2017: A Pop Society Soiree

April 24, 2017

Don't miss Sarasota Magazine's biggest, best party of the year, featuring food and drink from the winners of our Best of Sarasota editors' picks and readers' poll. Plus, live music, fun surprises and a big announcement from Selby Gardens--don't miss it. Get tickets here; the theme is Andy Warhol, so come in your '60s-inspired best.