Community Calendar

Cherry Docs by David Gow
Presented by Sarasota Jewish Theatre at The Sarasota Players, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239
Preview: April 8, 7:30 p.m.
Performances: April 10, 12, 15, 17, 19 at 1:30 p.m.; April 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets ($34-46): ThePlayers.org or 941-365-2494
“Cherry Docs” by David Gow
Directed by Diane Cepeda
When Mike Downey (Jim Floyd), a small-time white supremacist, is charged with the brutal murder of an immigrant, the case appears open-and-shut. The crime is savage, the motive hateful, and public outrage immediate. Assigned to defend him is Danny Dunkelman (Michael Raver), a young Jewish lawyer and the son of a Holocaust survivor. For Danny, the appointment is more than professionally challenging. It is morally explosive. How does a man whose family history is scarred by genocide stand beside someone who glorifies it? Single tickets are $34-$46. For more information about Sarasota Jewish Theatre, visit SarasotaJewishTheatre.org.

Experience the intersection of fine art and floral mastery. Join an Art in Bloom floral designer and a Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg docent for an intimate gallery tour exploring the dialogue between botanical design and the permanent collection.

You will be among the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, gaining insight into the intentions and techniques behind these bespoke arrangements. Journey from gallery to gallery to contemplate the shared vision, craftsmanship, and ephemeral beauty of these unique installations.

Registrants may choose from three groups, each limited to 15 participants.

Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour
Thursday, April 16, 2026
9:00 AM–10:00 AM

Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701

$30 for MFA Members; $40 for Not-Yet-Members; Includes museum admission

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

MAACM Louis Comfort Tiffany Flower Glass Class
Thursday, April 16 and 23, 2026; 10am-1pm
Enjoy creating this elegant floral design in leaded glass, inspired by Art Nouveau icon, Louis Comfort Tiffany. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 3/6 and 3/13. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.

BayCare Kids Mobile Medical Clinic provided by the Children's Board Family Resource Centers for Hillsborough County Residents.

Well-Child Exams and Immunizations
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Mobile Medical Clinic off ers
well-child physicals and immunizations at no cost for
children who are age 18 or younger and:
 Are enrolled in Medicaid OR
 Have no health insurance OR
 Are American Indians or Alaskan natives

Visit Requirements
-In-Person Registration is required. Please visit your local Children's Board Family Resource Center to register.
-All children must have their parent or legal guardian present. A notarized guardianship letter is required to show legal guardianship.
-The parent or legal guardian must bring their photo ID.
-Each child scheduled will need to bring their most current immunization record, even if they do not need shots.
-Sports Physicals are not provided.

All children qualify for the health screenings listed below, with or without insurance:
-Child development screening
-Hearing screening
-Vision screening
-Health navigator

Arts Advocates Luncheon: The Sarasota Orchestra with Joseph McKenna
April 16, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Registration closes April 10)
Sarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Join Sarasota Orchestra CEO Joe McKenna for exclusive updates on the new music center. As the Gulf Coast’s first and only purpose-built acoustic music hall, the new music center is designed to support education, spark creativity, and provide meaningful gathering spaces for people of all ages. He will share detailed architectural schematic renderings that reflect both the artistry and functionality that will define the orchestra’s new home.

CEO and President Joe McKenna is responsible for executing the strategic direction of the board and ensuring the organizations financial security. During his tenure, the endowment corpus increased by more than $10 million, the youth orchestra had its debut performance at Carnegie Hall, and the orchestra re-launched its brand including the name change to Sarasota Orchestra. Joe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in trombone performance and music education from the New England Conservatory.

There is social time that begins at 11 a.m. before lunch to meet and mingle. Come early to meet Arts Advocates members and friends who also love the arts. $45 for Arts Advocates members, $50 for non-members (includes lunch). Register at ArtsAdvocates.org. Luncheons are sponsored by Observer Media Group.

Southeastern Premiere. Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her insignificance in the universe. Soon enough, it’s her 18th birthday. Even sooner, her 41st. Her 70th. Her 101st. Five generations, an infinity of dreams, and one cake baked over a century.

Cherry Docs by David Gow
Presented by Sarasota Jewish Theatre at The Sarasota Players, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239
Preview: April 8, 7:30 p.m.
Performances: April 10, 12, 15, 17, 19 at 1:30 p.m.; April 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets ($34-46): ThePlayers.org or 941-365-2494
“Cherry Docs” by David Gow
Directed by Diane Cepeda
When Mike Downey (Jim Floyd), a small-time white supremacist, is charged with the brutal murder of an immigrant, the case appears open-and-shut. The crime is savage, the motive hateful, and public outrage immediate. Assigned to defend him is Danny Dunkelman (Michael Raver), a young Jewish lawyer and the son of a Holocaust survivor. For Danny, the appointment is more than professionally challenging. It is morally explosive. How does a man whose family history is scarred by genocide stand beside someone who glorifies it? Single tickets are $34-$46. For more information about Sarasota Jewish Theatre, visit SarasotaJewishTheatre.org.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.