Author Archives: Q-tips

Anna Maria Oyster Bar – 3/12/26

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Q-tips

Anna Maria Oyster Bar- 5405 University Pkwy Unit 110 University Park, Fl.  (941) 491-2662 oysterbar.net      Had a wonderful dinner & evening with friends from the hood – Mercedes & Harry. I had – an Old Fashion. The other half had:  … Continue reading →

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The Riverwalk

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Q-tips

2026 – A 2 mile long Riverwalk along the Manatee River. We walked past a skate park, over train tracks, splash water park, playgrounds, an amphitheater & some art installations. This is an expansion of Rossi Park between the Green … Continue reading →

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Peridia Golf & CC dining- Fridays

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Q-tips

3/6/26 – Had a great evening & the a nice time with neighbor in the hood: Nancy & Peggy. Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & A Cosmo. Chicken Special – with veggies & Fries – was ok but the … Continue reading →

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Selva

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Q-tips

University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272 selvagrill.com 3/5/26 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only. Had a wonderful time with … Continue reading →

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TURTLES REST. Siesta Key/Sarasota FL 3/3/26

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Q-tips

TURTLES REST. 8875 Midnight Pass Rd., Sarasota, FL 34242, (941) 346-2207, turtlesrestaurant.com Q-TIPS SAY – After our trip to Myakka Park – went to Turtles. Great view on the bay, service, drinks and the food is good. The Q’s have … Continue reading →

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MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK Sarasota FL 3/3/26

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Q-tips

MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK 13208 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241 –(941) 361-6511 myakkariver.org Q-Tips say: $6.00 per car is the entrance fee for the entire day!  Did see some alligators in the waterways. THINGS TO DO AT MYAKKA:A VISITOR … Continue reading →

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John and Mable RINGLING Museum – Sarasota FL 3/2/26

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Q-tips

RINGLING MUSEUM – 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 359-5700ringling.org Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 10 am – 5 pm, Thu 10 am – 8 pmClosed only for Christmas and New Years Day. Q-TIPS say: GO & ENJOY! Went for … Continue reading →

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Song Sung Blue

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Q-tips

Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. Q-tips say: YES, watch it. A great movie … Continue reading →

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Wicked 2 –

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Q-tips

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover … Continue reading →

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Carrabba’s Italian grill

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Q-tips

2/15/26 – 5425 University Pkwy University Park, FL 34201 -(941) 355-4116 – carrabbas.com Both Q’s began with: their Old Fashion on Happy Hour Menu. ITALIAN OLD FASHIONED – Maker’s Mark Bourbon,Disaronno Amaretto, Orange, and a Cherry. Mrs. Q had: non … Continue reading →

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