5 Things To Know in Sarasota: Help Patch Donate One Ton Of Food

1. Patch has added The Coffee Loft to its businesses who are serving as a drop-off spot to donate canned goods and other non-perishable food for Feeding America Tampa Bay. It's part of the 19 Florida Patch sites goal to donate one ton of food to the organization. And . For more info on the Give-A-Ton drive and other drop-off points, read how you can . Stay tuned because we're going to have some pretty cool events for the food drive that you won't want to miss.

2. The Sarasota County Board of Educaiton is anticipated to select an architect and construction manager for the Sarasota High School renovation and remodel at the board's 3 p.m. meeting today. It will be held at the School Board Administrative Complex at 1980 Landings Boulevard. The Herald-Tribune documents why the community is feeling uneasy about the process (hint: Riverview High School renovation/demolition controversy).

3. Before you know it, The Gompertz Theatre will host shows again this summer. Construction is progressing, especially for one that started in January. The theatre celebrated a milestone for the laying of the new Hegner Theatre Wing cornerstone.

4. it's been for a while — the lease isn't extended but it's staying put. The mini flare-up between the city commission and museum settled down Monday night when the city decided to slowly move forward and makes sure grant policies are being followed before a lease discussion is started. Still, the museum will not be moving anytime soon.

5. See a stressed high schooler this week? Give them a break, as the stress tolls on some students more than others during the FCAT — the state's standardized tests. How are your kids holding up under the pressure? Does the state or your child’s school put too much weight on the scores? Is there are better way to assess youngsters and their teachers? Tell us at the link above.