City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District
2021 is HERE!
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 18, 2021
There is so much to do: walk your dog, go fishing, launch a kayak, and more!
Coloring Corner
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with these inspirational quotes and fun coloring pages!
"Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education."
"Be a bush if you can't be a tree. If you can't be a highway, just be a trail. If you can't be a sun, be a star.
For it isn't by size that you win or fail. Be the best of whatever you are."
"I have a dream..."
What's your dream?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Recreational Facility Hours

The City has extended the suspension of the rentals of Municipal Auditorium and Bayfront Community Center through February 28, 2021.
Sponsors may submit lease requests now for rental dates after February 28, 2021, those leases could be subject to cancellation due to COVID-19 and applicants are doing so at their own risk and expense.
February Blood Drive
Bobby Jones Golf Club February Blood Drive!
Join us at Bobby Jones Golf Club on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, for another fantastic blood drive! OneBlood will be available on location from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please note the last appointment is at 3:45 pm. Get a FREE COVID-19 antibody test!* Appointments are encouraged.


Please remember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before you donate.
ID required. Donors must be at least 16 years old. Those who are 16 years old need parental permission. See website for more details. One offer per donor, per donation. No cash value. Non-transferable. If you have recently donated. thank you. Please visit us when you’re eligible to donate again. Not responsible for lost or stolen gift card. Donor must have successful donation to obtain results. If donor does not have account created in donor portal already, they must provide email address to phlebotomist at the time of registration so account can be created. Donor will receive email post donation with instructions. The same email provided at registration is used to activate donor portal account. Do not present to donate if you have a fever. You must wait at least 14 days before donating if you’ve been exposed to someone who has or may have COVID-19, have recently been tested and are pending test results for COVID-19 if you have a confirmed active case of COVID-19.*With blood donation.
Job Openings
Lifeguard Positions
⛑️ Full-Time Lifeguard l 
  • Beginning Salary $33,384 + Benefits
  • Min. Requirements: Lifeguard Certification
& 1 year experience lifeguarding.

⛑️ Part-Time Lifeguard l 
  • Rate of Pay $13.50 per hour
  • Min. Requirements: Lifeguard Certification
& 1 year experience lifeguarding.

⛑️ Part-Time Jr. Lifeguard
  • Rate of Pay $12.00 per hour
  • Min. Requirements: Lifeguard Certification

Locations
  • Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St.
  • Lido Pool, 400 Benjamin Franklin Dr.
  • Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th St.

How to Apply

Questions?
Contact Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex
  • Phone: 941-263-6732
Part-Time
• Rate of Pay $12.00 per hour
• 1 year of janitorial experience, preferably with some
experience in semi-skilled repair work.

Location
  • City-owned and operated buildings and facilities.

How to Apply

Questions?
Contact City of Sarasota
  • Phone: 941-263-6476
Friendly Reminders
Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Testing


Sarasota:

Walk-Up Testing Site

Robert L. Taylor Community Complex Parking Lot
1845 34th St., Sarasota, FL 34234
  • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m, 7 days a week
  • Testing Criteria: All ages, regardless of symptoms

Drive-Thru Testing Site

Sarasota Kennel Club Parking Lot
5400 Bradenton Road, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 7 days a week
  • Testing Criteria: All ages, regardless of symptoms

Questions?
  • Please do not call the facility located at the test site
  • Contact FL Dept. of Health, Sarasota County at 941-861-2883 OR
  • Contact the COVID-19 Call Center, available 24/7 at 1-866-779-6121 OR
  • Visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov
All of our parks are open.
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Please note a few of our facilities and amenities are not available at this time. Follow CDC Guidelines when visiting our parks.
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