Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at 2:00 am.
On Saturday evening, clocks need to “spring forward” one hour.
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Enjoy the Green-ery!
Wear your green when visiting our parks on St. Patrick's Day,
Wednesday, March 17, 2021! Don't forget to tag us on social media so we can share your post! Explore our park locations at LetsPlaySarasota.com!
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Check out these fun St. Patrick's Day coloring pages below! |
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American Red Cross Lifeguarding Blended Learning Course |
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Begin, or advance your career in aquatics with our American Red Cross Lifeguarding Blended Learning Course!
The course is taught by our Head Lifeguard and Recreation Leader. Together they will teach you to help others stay safe in, on, and around the water, and help you learn the latest safety and rescue techniques, and how to deliver critical care, like CPR, first aid, and AED administration, when it is needed most.
DATE & TIME
• March 15, 16, 17, 2021
(Sarasota County Spring Break)
• Time: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Participants must attend all classes to receive a certificate.
FEE
• $225 per participant
PRE-REQUISITES
• Must be at least 15-years-old by the last day of class.
• Pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking lifeguarding courses.
HOW TO REGISTER
• Deadline: Friday, March 5, 2021
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Bobby Jones Golf Club
March Blood Drive!
Join us at Bobby Jones Golf Club Thursday, March 4, 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.
Bobby Jones Golf Club - 1000 Circus Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232
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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.
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Rate of Pay:
$12.00 per hour
Arlington Park
& Aquatic Complex
Payne Park Tennis Center
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Beginning Salary $33,384 + Benefits
Min. Requirements: Lifeguard Certification
& 1 year experience lifeguarding.
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Rate of Pay:
$12.00 per hour
Arlington Park
& Aquatic Complex
Payne Park Tennis Center
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Special Events, Park Permits, & Rentals |
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Plan your next event!
The City of Sarasota has extended the suspension of Municipal Auditorium and Bayfront Community Center rentals through February 10, 2021. This decision was made as a protective measure for the health and safety of the Community during these unprecedented times. Sponsors may submit lease requests for rentals after February 10, 2021, those leases would be subject to cancellation due to COVID-19 and applicants are doing so at their own risk and expense.
Submit a Lease Request:
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Turf Stadium Rentals
The Robert L. Taylor Community Complex - Turf Stadium is the new home for adult and youth leagues, tournaments, practices, drop-ins, clinics, events, birthday parties, celebrations, and more! Interested in renting the stadium? Fill out this form!
1845 John Rivers (34th) Street
Sarasota, FL 34234 - (941) 263-6562
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John "Buck" O'Neil
Sponsored by the Baltimore Orioles, the “Buck O’Neil: Right on Time” exhibition is on loan from the Negro League Baseball Museum in Kansas City.
Open Now through March 19, 2021
- Weekdays 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturdays 1 pm - 4 pm
FREE Event. Masks are required.
The exhibit is a month-long show presented by the SAACC, Orioles, the Community Foundation Sarasota County, City of Sarasota, Newtown Alive.
1845 John Rivers (34th) Street
Sarasota, FL 34234 - (941) 263-6562
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Frequently Asked Questions about
COVID-19 Testing
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
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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
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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
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Visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov
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All of our parks are open.
Search by amenities here!
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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