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Sarasota Clubs
Sarasota has a great many clubs and organizations in which residents can get involved. Opportunities range from social groups to volunteer organizations, so there is truly something for everyone in the Sarasota area!
The Jazz Club of Sarasota is a group that aims to educate people about jazz and bring a variety of jazz events to the Sarasota area. The Jazz Club sponsors the annual Sarasota Jazz Festival, as well as various educational programs and year-round concerts, including special member concerts. Membership information is available at http://www.jazzclubsarasota.com, or by calling (941) 366-1552.
Keep Sarasota County Beautiful is an organization that promotes public interest and participation in the improvement of the environment throughout the county. The club is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Inc., and hosts cleanup programs, educational opportunities, and more. Further information about Keep Sarasota County Beautiful can be found by calling (941) 364-4667, or online at the website for the Sarasota County Government, http://www.scgov.net.
Numerous cultural opportunities in and around Sarasota are available, through which residents can participate in both advisory and volunteer capacities. Information is available by contacting these popular cultural organizations directly: Ringling Museum of Art Members Council (941-360-7330 or http://www.ringling.org); Selby Botanical Gardens Volunteers (941-366-5731 or http://www.selby.org); Mote Marine Laboratory Volunteers (http://www.mote.org or 941-388-4441).
The Downtown Association of Sarasota is involved with developing local policy and conducting research, development, advocacy, and education associated with downtown Sarasota. The Association hosts the popular Downtown Farmers´ Market, on South Pineapple Avenue every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to noon. More information about getting involved with the Downtown Association of Sarasota is available online at http://www.downtownsarasota.com, or by calling (941) 951-2656.
History buffs can participate in clubs such as the Gulf Coast Heritage Association and the Historical Society of Sarasota County. The Gulf Coast Heritage Association, based in Osprey, is responsible for collecting, interpreting, and preserving significant historical objects and traditions. The Association operates out of Historic Spanish Point, a 30-acre environmental, archaeological, and historic site. More information is available online at http://www.historicspanishpoint.org, or by calling (941) 966-5214. The Historical Society of Sarasota County acts to create public awareness of Sarasota´s historical heritage by educating, researching, and protecting area historic sites. More information about the Society is available at http://www.hsosc.com, or by telephone at (941) 364-9076.
For nature lovers, Sarasota boasts an area Audubon Society, dedicated to the preservation of birds and wildlife www.sarasotaaudubon.org or 941-383-4522); the Florida Koi and Water Garden Club (http://www.floridakoi.org or 941-758-2926; the Sarasota Orchid Society (http://www.sarasotaorchidsociety.org or 941-359-0101); and the Sarasota Garden Club 941-923-6679
Philanthropic clubs in the area include the Kiwanis Club of Sarasota, which can be contacted at http://www.sarasotakiwanis.com or (941) 957-3180, and the Police Athletic League, which can be contacted at http://www.sarasotapal.org or by calling (941) 951-5004. Volunteer opportunities are abundant, through organizations such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Literacy Council of Sarasota, the Humane Society of Sarasota, and various health organizations. Comprehensive information about area volunteer opportunities is available through the Volunteer Center of Sarasota, Inc., which can be contacted at (941) 953-5965. |
