Lifestyle & Personal Interest

On Memorial Day   Remembering with gratitude and pride all those who served and died for our country and our freedom.   May your day be filled with memories and peace.

The City of Sarasota, in conjunction with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will host the annual Memorial Day parade at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, in downtown Sarasota.    The parade will start at Main Street and Osprey ...

No language can express the power, and beauty, and heroism, and majesty of a mother's love.   -Edwin Hubbel Chapin   We are forever grateful for every mom and all that they do. Wishing you a beautiful Mother's ...

National Teachers’ Day is observed on the first Tuesday of the first full week of May (May 9). Everyone has had that favorite teacher that has helped inspire them. This day meant to honor them was actually made by a teacher. None other than ...

A broad assortment of highly curated unique, hand-crafted, re-purposed, and re-imagined treasures brought to you by FLORIDA’S FINEST merchants, artists, and collectors. You will find home decor, furniture, art, collectibles, architectural ...

Make your reservation now for Mother's Day brunch in the Sarasota area. If you haven’t already, don’t waste time making reservations if you plan to celebrate Mom with brunch at her favorite Sarasota-area restaurant on Mother’s ...

Earth Day is a celebration of the earth and our environment. It is a historical event that takes place every year. On Earth Day, we will remember how closely we are connected to the earth, as well as our responsibility to protect it. On this ...

This issue of American Lifestyle is full of ideas to help you embrace the season including a fun road trip idea, two delicious gut-approved recipes, an inside look at a childhood home makeover, and tips to help you shop for secondhand home items....

"'Twas Easter Sunday. The full-blossomed trees filled all the air with fragrance and with joy."   -HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW   Wishing you and your family a joyous Easter.

Spring is upon us, and with it comes new opportunities to refresh your life. This issue of American Lifestyle is here to hep you embrace all the season has to offer with tips for revitalizing your home's outdoor spaces, a look at an inspirational ...

It's time to say goodbye to winter - at least in the Northern Hemisphere. On Monday (March 20) at 5:24 p.m. EDT (2:24 p.m. PDT) the spring (or vernal) equinox occurred. At that moment, the sun comes to one of two places where its rays shine ...

Horseshoe crabs may have been around for 450 million years, but there is still plenty to learn about the species. Because of this, Florida wildlife officials are once again asking for the public to report sightings during peak mating ...

Photo by Coastal Home Photography Sarasota's Siesta Beach is the No. 2 beach in the United States for 2023 and ranked among the top 25 in the world, according to TripAdvisor. Sarasota’s Siesta Beach is among the best beaches in the United ...

"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses." -Abraham Lincoln

Sending warm wishes for a wonderful Valentine’s Day; hoping you will celebrate doing what you love, where you love, with the special people you love! Fall in Love with Where You Live

About the Festival When: Saturday, February 11th, 2023 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday, February 12th, 2023 10:00am to 5:00pm Where: 1718 Main Street in Sarasota, FL Cost: Free Admission The Big One! More than 200 ...

Hopefully, your year is off to a great start, but it's only the beginning! This issue of American Lifestyle is here to help you make 2023 the best year yet with a home-organization challenge, budget-friendly ways to make your rooms look high-end, ...

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