Introducing... This Year's Award-Winners
Nominated by you, the community, here are the recipients of the three awards we will be handing out at Transition Sarasota's Year-End Extravaganza this Friday night. Each award-winner will have a few minutes to speak at the event, so come hear what these remarkable local leaders have to say.
Sarasota County's Sustainability Assessment Report Is Now Available!
All in all, Sarasota County's Sustainability Assessment Report is a must-read for Sarasota County residents interested in sustainability, as it provides a concise overview of past efforts, current challenges, and priorities for future action.
Take Transition Sarasota's Annual Survey and Nominate Your Favorite Change-Makers
While it's certainly not your only chance during the year to provide us with feedback on how we're doing and suggestions for what we should do next, Transition Sarasota's annual survey is an opportunity for us to collect all your thoughts prior our Board of Directors' yearly strategic planning meeting in January.
Food Policy Council Returns Monday
You heard right. After a nearly decade-long hiatus, the Sarasota Food Policy Council (SFPC) is back, thanks to the efforts of Dr. Robert Kluson, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County's Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent.
More Than 150 Attend First Florida Permaculture Convergence
Permaculture originally began in the 1970’s in Australia as an attempt at creating a “permanent agriculture”: one that can exist indefinitely into the future without destroying the natural resources upon which we all depend.
Toby Hemenway Speaks of Pathways to Permaculture
Renowned author and international speaker Toby Hemenway, spoke in Sarasota on November 2nd to a very attentive audience, hosted by Transition Sarasota.
Taking "Buy Local" to the Next Level
In his new book, Local Dollars, Local Sense: How to Move Your Money from Wall Street to Main Street and Achieve Real Prosperity, Shuman challenges everyone to take the "Eat Local, Buy Local" movement to the next level.
New Cottage Food Act = More Options for Locavores
The legislation allows entrepreneurs to start a food business out of their home kitchen without getting a permit.
Local Is Served: Star Fish Company
Not many restaurants in the area can boast of a packed house on a Thursday night in the off-season, but I can tell you about one: Star Fish Company.
Five Medicinal Herbs To Grow In Your Florida Garden
Featuring herbs that grow well in the Sarasota-Manatee area, we’ve listed each herb along with its specific uses and growing conditions, so you can get a start on growing your own medicine at home.