Community Calendar

Join us on Saturday, December 27, 2025 for an unforgettable evening as The Broken Hearts, a nationally touring tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, take the stage at Richey Suncoast Theatre. Led by Charlie Souza, former bandmate of Tom Petty, and powerhouse vocalist Shawn Scheller, this tribute was born out of love and respect following Petty’s passing.

Featuring seasoned musicians from legendary acts such as Air Supply, Three Dog Night, and Mudcrutch, The Broken Hearts deliver a soul-stirring and authentic performance of Tom Petty’s greatest hits. From “American Girl” to “Free Fallin’,” fans can expect a night of timeless rock and heartfelt memories.

Don’t miss this tribute to one of rock’s most iconic voices. Come celebrate the music and legacy of Tom Petty with The Broken Hearts.

“Afro Opera” presents Seasons of Soul: Arias, Spirituals, Art Songs and More!"
Join Afro Opera for an unforgettable evening of music that warms the heart this winter season. Soprano Maiya Stevenson and Tenor Kevin Mitchell of St. Pete Opera come together to share a rich tapestry of sound, spanning beloved Christmas favorites, soulful spirituals, timeless art songs, and soaring opera duets. From Mozart's "Don Giovanni" to moving spirituals like "Sweet Little Jesus Boy" and "No Ways Tired", this concert celebrates the beauty of music across traditions, offering audiences a night of inspiration, joy, and song." An architectural tour of this historical church building will be offered at the end of the concert.

2nd Fridays Creative Happy Hour brings the party to the gallery and transforms Art Center Sarasota into a vibrant hub of creativity, conversation, and connection.

Local filmmaker and film historian Danny Canton presents Alfred Hitchcock’s suspenseful masterpiece Vertigo. Enjoy popcorn, adult beverages, and a thrilling deep dive into the film’s twists, symbolism, and cinematic legacy—guided by Danny’s expert (and entertaining!) perspective. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center, FREE for Members.

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

Join us on Thursday, January 22, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of our Annual Juried Members Show!

ALL GALLERIES: The Annual Juried Members Show celebrates the incredible breadth and depth of talent within Art Center Sarasota’s vibrant member community. Juror: Willem van Osnabrugge.

The Opening Reception is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking is available for all guests. Beer & wine is available for purchase and all artwork is for sale.

The monthly Saturday Night Sketch Club offers chill, creative vibes with costumed models or themed still lifes, and refreshments.

Open to all skill levels—bring your own sketchbook & supplies.
Beer and wine are available for purchase.
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where you can sketch, explore, and connect with fellow creatives.

“An Afternoon with the Sarasota Young Voices”. Sarasota Young Voices, founded in 2007, has quickly grown into one of Florida’s best children’s choruses. SYV singers learn how to serve their community by performing for a variety of events such as the Sarasota Orchestra, Gloria Musicae/Choral Artists of Sarasota, Key Chorale, Belle Canto, and Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota. Currently, Sarasota Young Voices is a Choir-in-Residence at Bee Ridge Presbyterian and performs twice yearly in one or more of the services. In addition, each summer since the choir was founded there has been a concert tour for the older singers, performing in festivals and venues both nationally and internationally. These young people will delight us with their voices in this choral concert!

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

“Love is (Still) in the Air” a holiday concert featuring the TRILLSEEKERS flute quartet. Florida Trill Seekers brings together the talents of four flute friends—Karen Ciccone, Ginny Katz, Chris Sims and Suzanne Wieland—who share their love of flute playing and the joy of music.
Let Florida Trill Seekers captivate you with their lovely flute quartet music, presenting a musical homage that will keep the spirit of Valentine’s Day alive. They will help you find love—musically speaking—in all sorts of places: on a mountaintop, at a party, in the moonlight and more! Some highlights include Mascagni’s “Intermezzo”, Bart’s “Where is Love?” and Dvorak’s “Serenade”.

The monthly Saturday Night Sketch Club offers chill, creative vibes with costumed models or themed still lifes, and refreshments.

Open to all skill levels—bring your own sketchbook & supplies.
Beer and wine are available for purchase.
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where you can sketch, explore, and connect with fellow creatives.