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Holiday office closings  Most Sarasota County government offices and services, including libraries, the History Center and recreation centers, will be closed Friday, Dec. 23, and Monday, Dec. 26, for the Christmas holiday. Here is a complete list of those closings, along with some exceptions. Free, low-cost health services   The Sarasota Health Department will provide free and low-cost medical servicesat 15 sites throughout Sarasota County in January. The staff will also be present at two special events. Cut-rate fees for energy class   Learn how to achieve more energy efficiency in your home. Sarasota County is offering reduced class fee incentives for a limited number of residents who register for courses at the Florida Solar Energy Center. Fresh Phillippi Farmhouse!   More than 50 local farmers gather every Wednesday at Phillippi Estate Park withlocally grown and harvested fruits and produce. Watch one of Sarasota County's more popular services. How do you roll?   If it's by bike, the Sheriff's Office wants you to know the rules of the road in Sarasota County.

December Economic Report now available Sarasota County's December Economic Report has been released. Get demographic details, employments figures and more for Sarasota County. Speakers Bureau Request a member of our Speakers Bureau to share their expertise with your community, homeowners association or other civic group. We want your input   Small Business Owner Survey

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