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Sarasota Parks and Rec Florida - Fresh Fridays shares their love of downtown Sarasota 25 January 2024 ( news )
Sarasota Parks and Rec , state Florida ( By Press Release office)
Jan 25,2024
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Travis Cornwell | T: 941 - 929 - 3104 | E:
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Sarasota , FL:
After settling into a new year , Fresh Fridays slides into February with another lively and lovely celebration . The ever - growing in popularity downtown community block party is back on State Street , Feb . 2 , from 7 - 10 pm , between Lemon Avenue and S . Orange Avenue , for their second event of the year , Heart & Soul on State .
In the spirit of the most affectionate holiday , Heart & Soul on State is a love letter to downtown Sarasota’s vibrant community and culture . Attendees will experience soulful live performances , tantalizing local food and more enthralling activities . “Downtown is at the heart of Sarasota , and we want to share that heart with everyone who lives and visits here , ” says Joseph Grano , President of Next - Mark , and Fresh Fridays event organizer and promoter .
Serenading downtown as the musical guest for the evening will be the charming and charismatic 12 - member group , The Motowners , who will perform adoring tributes to The Temptations , Four Tops , and Diana Ross . The ensemble even features the look , moves and amazing vocal harmonies that define Motown music .
If the way to a person’s heart is food , then the center of a city’s culture is its restaurants . Scrumptious bites and beverages that warm the soul will be offered , and partygoers will have choices from a variety of local hospitality partners , including Mattison’s , Brick’s Smoked Meats , Art Ovation Hotel , Azul Steak & Sushi Lounge , Sarasota Wine Co . , and sister restaurants BESO and State Street Eating House + Cocktails .
Fresh Fridays is all about sharing love for downtown with its community , so as a token of downtown’s affection for them , guests will receive a valentine , or free signature giveaway , while supplies last . In addition , there will be a heartfelt photo - op for all loved ones and sweethearts to capture the night .
“We hope Heart & Soul allows people to experience all there is to love about downtown as well as give back to the community that infuses it with life , ” adds Joseph Grano .
Accessible and convenient parking will be available at Palm Avenue and State Street parking garages . Guests can stay up to date by following Fresh Fridays on their social media channels or by visiting their website at
www . downtownsarasotadid . com/fresh - fridays
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ABOUT FRESH FRIDAYS
Fresh Fridays is a first - Friday outdoor event series made possible by the City of Sarasota and the Downtown Improvement District in collaboration with Next - Mark , LLC .
Yahooranked Sarasota as the fourth - best party city in the country for nightlife and entertainment . By highlighting easy accessibility , available parking , and a vibrant downtown core; Sarasota continues to be a cultural hub . These pedestrian - only events serve to showcase all the dining options , merchants , and recreational assets located within the city . These events are inclusive and always free , providing an opportunity for all members of our community to connect , socialize , and enjoy their city in new and dynamic ways .
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