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New Funding Announcement! A $2 million grant for environmental restoration projects at The Bay was just passed the House and Senate. Last step? A signature from the President. More news to come! | |
Spend a Green Day at The Bay! 💚 Whether you want to wear green or just see the greenery, come for a walk through The Bay this St. Paddy's Day! | |
From our wildflower meadow to restored Mangrove Bayou, there's plenty of green space to experience. Make sure to stop by the Blue Pagoda (The Bay's welcome center) to learn more about the park... there may even be a special surprise waiting for you! | |
Upcoming Programs at The Bay Reminder: Daylight Savings begins on Sunday! | |
Featured Program: Sundays at The Bay with The Gustav Viehmeyer Trio Sunday, March 13, 2 - 3:00pm (Tomorrow!) Bring your lawn chair and join us at The Bay’s Civic Green every Sunday at 2pm to experience a new local performer! This week's performance features The Gustav Viehmeyer Trio, an all-star trio of international jazz musicians playing guitar, upright bass and drums. Learn more. | |
This Week's Lineup Saturday, March 12 - Sunday, March 20 - Namaste at The Bay with Petra Ratner
Today! Weekly on Saturdays, 9am (Different instructor each time)
- Sundays at The Bay: The Gustav Viehmeyer Trio
Sunday, March 13, 2pm
- Walking in Wonder: Guided Nature Walk
Weekly on Wednesdays, 9am & 10am
- Namaste at The Bay with Michelle Roy
Weekly on Saturdays, 9am (Different instructor each time)
- Nature Walk Through the Lens
Monthly on Third Saturdays, 9:30am
- Zumba at The Bay
Saturday, March 19, 10am
- Sundays at The Bay: Shantel Norman
Sunday, March 20, 2pm
- Astronomy by The Bay: Spring Equinox Sun-fest
Sunday, March 20, 3 - 4pm | | | | | |
Road, Walkway & Parking Updates Sidewalk Closed: The northern sidewalk on Blvd of the Arts from Van Wezel Way to the west is closed and will remain closed until Phase 1 of The Bay is opened. In addition, our new ADA-accessible sidewalk east of Van Wezel Way (alongside the Fountain Garden and Sarasota Garden Club) is open. Temporary Closures: Portions of the Mangrove Bayou Walkway and the pedestrian bridge will be closed for renovations, including the laying of rubber surfacing and the addition of new benches and etchings to the bridge. Click here to view an updated park map. Area Closure: The south-western edge of Phase 1, where the Tree Nursery currently stands, is closed for construction.
Parking: If you're coming to visit The Bay, please use our main park entrance at the 10th Street roundabout. There is plenty of parking available in the Van Wezel and Arts and Culture District parking lots. | |
