Black History Month is a time to celebrate African Americans’ incredible achievements and contributions to our society. It’s a time to reflect on the rich history and cultural heritage that has shaped who we are today. This year, let’s take the opportunity to honor the legacy of African Americans by supporting the Newtown Nation, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to…
Violinist Adrian Anantawan and pianist Leigh McAllister were born with disabilities, but found ways to excel in music. Standing in the gazebo at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in Sarasota on Saturday, violinist Adrian Anantawan told the children gathered around a story about how furious he’d get when his younger brother would steal a cookie from him. “And…
Saturday, January 14, 2023, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Join us in celebrating environmental & community health! A paddle cleanup (BYO – bring your own kayak) of Whitaker Bayou and workday at Orange Blossom Community Garden will be followed by a free BBQ, the Newtown Farmers Market, & community resources in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park. PLEASE READ:…
Saturday, January 21, 2023 • 10 am - 3 pmLocation: Osprey Ave. & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way ALL ARE WELCOME Come with friends and improve your health. Questions, answers & discussion on pregnancy, asthma, HIV, diabetes, heart disease, mental health, physical illness and men’s health. FREE health screenings for prostate, lung & diabetes disease. FREE mammograms available* *FREE MAMMOGRAMS FOR THOSE WHO…
The Newtown Nation is a diverse group of concerned citizens dedicated to creating solutions for a healthier, happier, and safer community. Dedicated to the education, advancement, and progressive involvement it takes to help the community of Newtown advance with job training and educational programs that inform and provide our community with the proper tools they need to be successful and…
Katie Dore spent the summer on pins and needles. Like hundreds of Sarasota County residents, the 31-year-old preschool teacher had put her name in the hat for a unit at Lofts on Lemon in downtown Sarasota, a long-awaited workforce housing development. For over a year Dore commuted more than 100 miles a day from her mother’s home in Ellenton, where the family…
Children and families had a great time at Mr. Stevey & Friends at the Sarasota Sarasota Newtown Farmers Market on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. Students learned how to make amazing galaxy jars, practiced stone painting, created Leaf Creatures, and enjoyed an Outdoor Scavenger Hunt! There was also storytelling, face painting, free lunch, and giveaways! 👉 Join us for the next…
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and celebrate with family and friends. Sarasota Newtown Farmers Market and The Newtown Nation Inc. would like to thank you for supporting the Third Annual Feeding Our Friends in the Park Thanksgiving Dinner today. We’re thankful for your generosity and hope you have a happy holiday!