--- title: The Founders Club Blog | Lifestyle description: Lifestyle | Sarasota’s premier golf and social club community, The Founders Club features a Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course and plenty of activities to foster camaraderie --- [![logo-text-left.png](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TFC/TFC-BLOG/images/logo-text-left.png?width=1204&name=logo-text-left.png "logo-text-left.png")](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/) [![FoundersLogoHor FLUSH LEFT.png](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FoundersLogoHor%20FLUSH%20LEFT.png?width=640&name=FoundersLogoHor%20FLUSH%20LEFT.png "FoundersLogoHor FLUSH LEFT.png")](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/) - [Lifestyle](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/lifestyle) - [Location](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/amenities/about-sarasota) - Homes - [Available Homes](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/available-homes) - [Builders](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/builders) - Gallery - [Photos](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/photo-galleries) - [Videos](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/video-gallery) - News - [Blog](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/) - [Latest News](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/News) - [Contact](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/have-a-question) ![No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/golf%20gallery/No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg?width=2000&name=No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg "No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg") # The Founders Club Blog - [News (117)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/news) - [Homes (113)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/homes) - [The Founders Club (100)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/the-founders-club) - [Lifestyle (87)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/lifestyle) - [London Bay Homes (73)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/london-bay-homes) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Sarasota-Florida-has-a-shopping-destination-and-dining-locale-for-every-resident..jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/where-to-find-the-best-shopping-in-sarasota-florida) ## [Where to Find the Best Shopping in Sarasota Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/where-to-find-the-best-shopping-in-sarasota-florida) November 14, 2022 Sarasota is considered one of the [best places to live](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-makes-sarasota-florida-the-best-place-to-live) and anyone that visits understands this appeal from the moment they see our white sandy beaches, spend the day at the John... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/where-to-find-the-best-shopping-in-sarasota-florida) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/bigstock-Happy-Senior-Friends-Having-Fu-390127468.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-restaurants-in-siesta-key) ## [5 of the Best Restaurants in Siesta Key](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-restaurants-in-siesta-key) September 12, 2022 [Siesta Key](https://www.visitflorida.com/places-to-go/southwest/siesta-key/) is a beautiful eight-mile stretch of barrier island nestled just across the bay from Sarasota, Florida. The beaches are world-famous, the wildlife is abundant, the... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-restaurants-in-siesta-key) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/bigstock-Man-Is-Walking-On-Small-Wood-B-374059354_20(1).jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-nature-trails-in-sarasota-florida) ## [Best Nature Trails In Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-nature-trails-in-sarasota-florida) August 15, 2022 The experience of getting out on the trail is unique and delivers benefits beyond what you can get from a typical exercise. It is a moment of stimulating sights, self-reflection,... 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[Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-makes-sarasota-fl-the-best-place-to-live) [![Pembrook_TFC_Lot15_Pool_Web](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Pembrook_TFC_Lot15_Pool_Web.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/building-the-perfect-backyard-oasis-for-your-sarasota-homes) ## [Building The Perfect Backyard Oasis for Your Sarasota Homes](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/building-the-perfect-backyard-oasis-for-your-sarasota-homes) April 11, 2022 Take a stroll through a park and you’ll undoubtedly feel a sense of calm as the white noise of life slows to a dull roar and a smile plays on your face. This isn’t a test for your... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/building-the-perfect-backyard-oasis-for-your-sarasota-homes) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/A252-Boat-Going-Fishing-During-Sunrise-at-the-Pompano-Inlet-Florida-Original.jpeg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/7-reasons-to-love-living-and-vacationing-on-the-gulf-coast) ## [7 Reasons to Love Living and Vacationing on the Gulf Coast](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/7-reasons-to-love-living-and-vacationing-on-the-gulf-coast) March 28, 2022 When it's time to travel or choose a new place to call home, there are several parts of the country that may call your name. However, the Gulf Coast is a dynamic choice. From its... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/7-reasons-to-love-living-and-vacationing-on-the-gulf-coast) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/TFC/Downtown%20Sarasota%20Landscape.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-makes-sarasota-florida-the-best-place-to-live) ## [What Makes Sarasota Florida the Best Place to Live](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-makes-sarasota-florida-the-best-place-to-live) March 7, 2022 Research, data, and polls may not be the most exciting way to illustrate the benefits of Sarasota, Florida, but when they result in titles such as the Best City in Florida for... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-makes-sarasota-florida-the-best-place-to-live) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/TFC/Sarasota%20Lifestyle_Couple_Drinks.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-weekend-getaways-from-sarasota-florida) ## [Best Weekend Getaways From Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-weekend-getaways-from-sarasota-florida) February 21, 2022 Sarasota is home to miles of pristine white sand beaches, lush tropical gardens, and other outdoor adventures. The evenings are quiet and relaxing, with plenty of time for... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/best-weekend-getaways-from-sarasota-florida) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/bigstock-Palm-Trees-At-Sunset-In-Siesta-314794345.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/4-popular-winter-activities-in-sarasota-florida) ## [4 Popular Winter Activities in Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/4-popular-winter-activities-in-sarasota-florida) December 6, 2021 Winters in Sarasota, Florida aren’t like everywhere else. With its great weather, culture, natural beauty, and vibrant downtown, Sarasota is home to several unique experiences to... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/4-popular-winter-activities-in-sarasota-florida) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Pembrook_TFC_Lot15_Kitchen3.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/top-5-features-to-include-in-your-luxury-home) ## [Top 5 Features to Include in Your Luxury Home](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/top-5-features-to-include-in-your-luxury-home) November 29, 2021 Owning a luxury home is everyone's dream. These homes offer a high-end living experience, providing you with a refreshingly advanced, yet livable environment. What makes a luxury... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/top-5-features-to-include-in-your-luxury-home) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/bigstock-Group-Of-Old-People-Eating-And-425459852%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/2021-fall-activities-in-sarasota-florida) ## [2021 Fall Activities in Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/2021-fall-activities-in-sarasota-florida) October 4, 2021 One of the best things about living in Southwest Florida is the weather, especially in the coming months.[Sarasota remains one of the best places to live](https://www.mysuncoast.com/2021/07/13/sarasota-named-one-10-best-places-live-us/) in the United States, not... 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[Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/custom-home-plans-versus-stock-home-plans-whats-right-for-me) [![nathan benderson park in sarasota florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Nathan%20Benderson%20Rowing%20pic.jpeg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/everything-to-do-and-see-at-nathan-benderson-park-in-sarasota-florida) ## [Everything to Do and See at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/everything-to-do-and-see-at-nathan-benderson-park-in-sarasota-florida) August 23, 2021 [Nathan Benderson Park](https://nathanbendersonpark.org/) in Sarasota, Florida is one of the most beautiful and hidden gems of the state. A community park with over five miles of hiking trails, it is used by... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/everything-to-do-and-see-at-nathan-benderson-park-in-sarasota-florida) [![hidden gems of sarasota ringling museum](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/sarasota%20ringling%20museum.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/explore-the-hidden-gems-of-sarasota-florida) ## [Explore the Hidden Gems of Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/explore-the-hidden-gems-of-sarasota-florida) August 9, 2021 Sarasota’s motto is "Where Urban Amenities Meet Small-Town Living," and during your trip to our beautiful city and its surrounding areas, there are tons of amenities to keep you... 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[Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/popular-summer-activities-and-events-in-sarasota-florida) [![brunch in sarasota florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/brunch%20in%20florida.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/good-morning-eats-best-brunch-restaurants-in-sarasota-fl) ## [Good Morning Eats: Best Brunch Restaurants in Sarasota FL](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/good-morning-eats-best-brunch-restaurants-in-sarasota-fl) July 12, 2021 Scrumptious food and lots of laughs help make brunch one of the best meals to enjoy with family and friends during the weekend. Take a second to picture the best brunch you could... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/good-morning-eats-best-brunch-restaurants-in-sarasota-fl) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/bigstock-Elegant-String-Quartet-Playing-235267798.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/top-5-venues-to-catch-a-show-in-sarasota-florida) ## [Top 5 Venues to Catch a Show in Sarasota, Florida](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/top-5-venues-to-catch-a-show-in-sarasota-florida) June 16, 2021 There's nothing like a live show. Whether you're catching a concert, some stand-up comedy, or a favorite staged performance, you experience a special magic when you know what's... 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