2075 Bahia Vista St Sarasota, FL. (941) 355-9335 – circusarts.org
12/23/2025 –
The Grandson & Daughter, along with the Q-tips enjoyed the Circus in Sarasota.
Mrs. Q says: What a great circus! It is intimate and small. The performers were excellent. After the show there was an opportunity to meet the performers – speak with them and get photos with them. I highly recommend this circus!
Many Various and wonderful acts –
“Seventh generation Wallendas on the high wire.”
The CAPITAL GRILL – 180 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 256-3647, thecapitalgrille.com
Q-Tips say: Have been to the Capital Grill in Chicago and here & both locations are great.
While the Grandson & Daughter went golfing, The Q’s decided to have dinner at Capital Grill.
Usual Libations: Old Fashion & Perfect Manhattan
Mrs. Q says: We were pleased with the excellent service, our drinks & food.
We began by sharing: the delicious bread & fresh Blue Point Oysters.
We shared: Petite Filet Sandwiches* – Truffle aioli, cabernet onion jam, toasted brioche bun & Parmesan Truffle Fries – Crisp and golden with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and white truffle oil.
11/24/25 – Grandson & The Q’s went mini golfing. Had a great time golfing & Grandson enjoyed feeding the live alligators at Smuggler’s Cove.
Following Adam and Emma on their daily commute from the village of Langton to London, where they meet the same passengers every day. Prime Video.
Q-tips say: YES, watch it! We enjoyed “This is Christmas.”
This is Christmas is a solid feel-good holiday movie with enjoyable characters and a fun premise. The relationship between the old man and his young friend is easily the film’s standout element, bringing real warmth to the story.
11/18/25 – BD babies for any month is a Free Meal but you must drinks are NOT FREE. One BD complimentary meal per year & may be used any month for Birthday Buffet.
Menu: Salad bar, Buffet with Queen cut Prime Rib, Chicken cordon Blue, Chef’s Potato and Vegetable, Birthday cupcake and beverage. Dinner is complimentary for the members celebrating their birthday.
Not your birthday? $29.00 plus tax and gratuity.
**Members receive one complimentary birthday buffet per calendar year.
. Q-tips say: Food was ok. The best part of the evening was socializing with the friends/neighbors from the hood.
We used our complimentary BD dinner.
A brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. Netflix & Theaters
Q-tips say: Enjoyed it. A tad slow at times but very different than the original Frankenstein.
University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272
11/15/25 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashioned – Canton Ginger liquor, bourbon, muddled orange and cherry with bitters with dirty ice on the side.
Each Q had: Soup of the day – Chicken, etc. One of the best soups we have ever had at a local restaurant.
We shared: Caesar Salad & then I had: Seared New Zealand Lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & we shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
Mr. Q had: Selva Classic – Skyy Vodka martini up slightly dirty with hand stuffed blue cheese olives & Lamb Chops – Seared New Zealand lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
Marissa Irvine arrives to collect her young son Milo from his first playdate, but the woman who answers the door isn’t a mother she recognizes. She doesn’t have Milo and has never heard of him. And so begins every parent’s worst nightmare.
Q-tips say: YES, we are enjoying All Her Fault so far. We continue to enjoy this show. This is one of the best series we have recently watched – Enjoy!
Gecko’s Grill & Pub – Twelve Oaks Plaza, SR 70 & I-75, 7228 55th Avenue E., Bradenton, FL 34203 (941) 727-8988 – http://www.geckosgrill.com/menus.php
Good food & bar service.
Drinks: Old Fashion
Burgers are big with onion, mustard, pickle, lettuce. The side we chose: house made chips with a side of Ranch dressing.
Bar drinks are excellent. Mrs. Q can’t eat like this all the time but an occasional burger is good especially during the busy season or after a nearby Dr. appt.
KEKE’S Breakfast Cafe – 5405 University Pkwy, University Park, FL – (941) 388-8953 – kekes.com
Q-tips say: Food & service was good. After early morning routine Dr. appt., we go out for breakfast.
The Q’s shared: 2 eggs, a muffin, potatoes & bacon. Each had a tomato juice & coffee.
They offer a big menu to enjoy & serve breakfast all day. Lunch is served after 10:30.
