Justly famous for our pure, white sand beaches, intracoastal waterways, and quiet barrier islands, our area is often referred to as the cultural capitol of Florida. The city and county site is www.sarasota.com.

The Sarasota County Arts Council, www.sarasota-arts.org, lists all cultural events in the area.

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune, www.newscoast.com, provides news of local interest.

You can also access the Selby Public Library.

The Gulf Coast Heritage Trail can be reached at (941) 951-3650.

Check out the visitors Guide to Sarasota. Other attractions include:

• Ringling Museum of Art
  
• Mote Marine Aquarium
  
• Selby Botanical Gardens
  
• The Florida West Coast Symphony
  
• Sarasota Ballet of Florida
  
• Sarasota Opera
  
• Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall