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the wait is over: pumpkin spice and other fall flavors have landed at @foxtailcoffeeco 🍂
🎃 pumpkin spice latte
🥞 maple pancake latte
🍎 spiced cappucino
🍓maple-berry latte
utc just got a whole lot sweeter🍧 @ritasice is now open at the shoppes at utc, near sprinkles✨
new core memory unlocked 🔓 join us tonight (aug. 22!) for a free showing of inside out 2 at movies under the stars✨ starting at 7 pm, enjoy special activities, complimentary face painting, character meet & greets and onsite concessions🍿
showtime begins after sunset around 8 pm. bring a blanket or chairs and grab your spot on the green. limited seating is available.
📍the green at #utcsarasota, near @roccostacos
augtober vibes 🎃 hello again, pumpkin szn. cozy fall scents are back @buffcitysoap ✨ #utcsarasota
aloha, friends🌺soak up the island vibes at our luau-themed night market on thursday, aug. 21 from 6:30-9:30 pm! meet us on the green for hula dancers, tropical drinks and island beats by @sugarvibeband. shop treasures from local makers and enjoy this end-of-summer celebration.✨ #utcsarasota
sarasota, authentic modern furniture is now within reach. ✨@designwithinreach is now open at the @mallatutc, bringing modern, built-to-last pieces that elevate every room. come make yourself at home and explore the full collection🛋️
📍 lower level, near macy’s
say aloha to the dog days of summer🌺🌴 join us tuesday, aug. 12 from 7-9 pm for our barks and brews luau paw-ty! hula over to the green with your friendly pups for an end of summer celebration featuring drink samples, live music by @sugarvibeband, local vendors, splash pads, a puppy petting station + more to benefit @nateshonoranimalrescue 🐶 #utcsarasota
📸@cash__likejohnny @mckenziesrqhomes
rev up your summer with @carsandcoffee941 ☀️ drive over to the mall at utc this saturday from 8-10 am for a morning fueled with cool cars, a live DJ, complimentary coffee and more.
this month’s event will benefit @dreamersacademysrq, a tuition-free public charter school. show car parking is $10 to help stock the school library with much-needed books.📚
after the show, grab a bite at @popstroke or @fordsgarageusa - both opening early at 10 am. ford’s garage is donating 15% of restaurant sales from 10 am to noon to this month's charity partner ❤️
Update: this event has been canceled due to weather
we're bringing the heat this friday🔥zumba is back august 8 from 6:30–7:30 pm with @yaelcampbell and her zumba rockstars✨
join us on the green for a high-energy, feel-good workout. free to attend, no registration needed. just bring water, wear comfy clothes and get ready to move! #utcsarasota
cue the music ✨ utc live on the green is back this thursday, august 7! from 6:30–9:30 pm, enjoy a free outdoor show by @22nrocks, playing crowd favorites from every era.🎶 seating is limited, so chairs and blankets are recommended.
📍the green at #utcsarasota, near @roccostacos
shopping mode: activated🤩 tax-free shopping is in session and this year, you’ve got the whole month to save! now through august 31, stock up on back-to-school supplies and first-day fits at all your favorite stores at #utcsarasota 🛍️
closed 🎒winner: @breelaine !!🎉
✏️GIVEAWAY✏️ we're kicking off back-to-school season with a shopping spree at utc. from school supplies to first-day fits, we're helping one lucky winner ace back-to-school prep.
what you'll win:
📓$100 target gift card for all the essentials
👗$100 tjx gift card for first-day looks
🛍️$50 lululemon gift card for a new backpack or accessory
👟$50 dsw gift card for new shoes
🥗$50 @eatnakedfarmer gift card for healthy family meal
✨ 40oz stanley tumbler to stay hydrated in class
to enter:
1. like this post
2. follow @utcsarasota
3. tag a friend
giveway ends wednesday, aug. 6. one winner will be announced in our stories and in this post. reminder that this is our only account and we will never ask for your financial information.
end-of-summer fun you won't want to miss✨ #utcsarasota
raise your hands if you're looking for some fitness + fun this week🙌
🧘sunset yoga
wednesday | 6:30-7:30 pm | the green
all skill levels yoga with @andrewsantryyoga
👶fit4mom stroller strides with @fit4mom_lakewoodranch_sarasota
friday | 9-10 am | the mall at utc
indoor workout for moms with kids in tow
💐posies flower truck
friday | 7-9 pm | near @eatnakedfarmer
build your own fresh floral bouquet with @posiesflowertruck_sarasota
👟fab & fit: club pilates
saturday | 10-10:45 am | the mall at utc
🎲family game night: that's my jam
saturday | 6-8 pm | the green
fun spin on 'name that tune' for a chance to win prizes
son of a nutcracker🎄we're wrapping up christmas in july with a special outdoor showing of "elf" at movies under the stars this friday, july 25.
join us on the green for a holly jolly night featuring meet & greets with buddy and jovie, face painting and more. festivities start at 7 pm, movie starts after sunset around 8 pm. 🍿
🎁in the spirit of giving, please bring new school supplies for the @thelwrba school supply drive to benefit local students in need in our communinity.
📍 the green at #utcsarasota, near @roccostacos
make room in your jewelry box, @gorjana is now open at the @mallatutc ✨
summer is served ✨ cool off with the perfect seasonal drinks & desserts at #utcsarasota
new mural alert🤩 a vibrant artpiece by @artof_dal has just landed in our rotating art space, celebrating the beauty of summer with bright blooms and blue herons✨
find it near @eatnakedfarmer in the west district at #utcsarasota before it flies away this october.
🎨 get to know the artist behind the work on the utc blog - link in bio
merry + bright✨ jingle all the way to the green this thursday, july 17 for a special christmas in july edition of the night market! get ready for snow much fun from 6:30-9:30 pm.
🎅visits with santa
🎶live music by @keithjameslive
🛍️local vendors
🥂sips + treats
❄️snow falls
✨and plenty of holiday cheer
🎁in the spirit of giving, all are encouraged to bring new school supplies to support the @thelwrba school supply drive! help us make this school year a little more merry and bright for local elementary, middle and high school students in need.
📍 the green at #utcsarasota, near @roccostacos
hot take: merry looks good in the middle of the year🎅 utc is turning up the cheer with christmas in july, featuring festive events and 25+ ho-ho-hot deals around the district. ✨ available now-july 20, unwrap the full list of offers at the link in bio.