Sarasota is one of the best places to live, work, play, and raise a family. Sarasota has been voted the number #1 small town in the country for 2 years in a row. You can experience the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, numerous theatres, music festivals, touring shows, and exhibitions. There are downtown art galleries to stroll through, gourmet restaurants to visit, and sidewalk cafes to enjoy. The shopping is unlimited. You can shop around town or visit the boutiques and gift shops on St Armand’s Circle. Main Street, Southside Village, and the barrier islands also provide wonderful shopping experiences.

Sarasota offers great educational opportunities. We have a University of South Florida campus, the Ringling School of Art and Design, and the famed New College. Sarasota County offers a variety of public and private schools for children. The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium is located at the south end of Longboat Key. This world renowned marine research center allows residents to view and learn about local sea life.

Outdoor activities personify the Sarasota lifestyle. Sarasota residents love golf, boating, bicycling, fishing, running, tennis, and every other sport you can think of. The moderate climate, beautiful sidewalks, and majestic beaches support an athletic lifestyle. The beauty of Sarasota only enhances being outdoors and locals love it. Sarasota is visited by the thousands each month and the tourists take advantage of all the town has to offer.

Sarasota also offers fantastic healthcare options. For two years in a row U.S. News & World Report has named Sarasota Memorial Hospital among the best in the country for the seven different specialties. Sarasota Memorial ranks among the top 20 hospitals in the nation for cardiac care. In addition, the Sarasota Bradenton area is one of the top areas in the nation for job growth.

Sarasota's downtown offers festivals that provide an unending source of inspiration and entertainment. The Sarasota Opera Season and Gloria Musicae draw appreciative crowds from January through March. The Sarasota Film Festival brings film makers, actors, producers, directors, and cinema fans together each January. The Florida Winefest and Auction celebrates food and wine from around the world in April and raises money for local charities. The Comedy Festival keeps us laughing throughout the spring. You can enjoy the nightlife downtown; Downtown After 5 provides live music and dancing in the streets. There is so much to do and see in Sarasota.