The Lake Sarasota Community Blog

Dear Lake, Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at  communityconnections@scgov. net.     Follow us on Twitter! Sarasota County has expanded its presence into social media with an updated Twitter site. Follow us now for up-to-the-minute updates. Holiday Arts and Crafts Show returns to Englewood Sports Complex     SATURDAY :  The Arts and Crafts Show will be held on  Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.  at Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 South River Road, Englewood. Join the Sandy Claws Beach Run   The Sarasota County Parks and Recreation sponsored 37th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run is scheduled for  Saturday, Dec. 14 , at Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Sarasota.    Homeless expert submits local gap analysis    After listening to area officials' recommendations and the co...

Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at  communityconnections@scgov. net.     County offices close for Thanksgiving holiday   Sarasota County government offices, including libraries, the History Center and recreation centers, will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and  Friday, Nov. 29 , for the Thanksgiving holiday. Some county services will be available on Friday, Nov. 29 .  Follow us on Twitter! Sarasota County has expanded its presence into social media with an updated Twitter site. Follow us now for up-to-the-minute updates. Homeless expert submits local gap analysis    After listening to area officials' recommendations and the community's feedback, Dr. Robert Marbut, the nationally known expert on homelessness, has submitted his final report to area officials. Holiday Arts and Crafts Show returning to Englewood Sp...