PHOTO GALLERY: Ringling Senior Thesis
April 29, 2013
An opening reception for Ringling Senior Thesis exhibitions took place Saturday, April 27 at Selby Gallery, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design. Work will be on display at various locations on campus through May 3.
HIGHLIGHTS: The Wedding Season
April 25, 2013
Joseph Sckowska and Emily Forbes won the Sarasota Pops' "The Wedding Challenge" and were married Sunday, April 21, at the Sarasota Opera House.
Patron Saints: Anne Folsom Smith
April 24, 2013
Each week, The Observer releases an episode in its video series, Patron Saints. This series spotlights performing-arts venues around town and the patrons who donate to them.
Passing of the Baton: YMCA Foundation President Jennifer Grondahl
April 24, 2013
The YMCA Foundation transitions from a president of 23 years, Karin Gustafson, to new President Jennifer Grondahl.
Look at the Freaks: 'Side Show'
April 24, 2013
Step right up and take a behind-the-scenes historical look at the freaks of The Players' 'Side Show.'
Scene & Heard
April 24, 2013
Actor Dylan McDermott doesn't talk acting; Home Resource Houses more than furniture
Spotlight: Theatre of Dreams goes live
April 24, 2013
Live music is a new element for this year's Theatre of Dreams program.
Theater Review: 'In the Book Of'
April 24, 2013
John Walch's latest play, "In the Book Of," provides a pleasant melodrama, which seems to be aimed at gently teaching folks to tolerate one another.
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4 "Gloria Musicae Celebrates America"
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Sep
19 Steel Magnolias
7:30 pm - Nov
2 Fine Arts & Crafts Extravaganza
9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Jan
4 10th Anniversary Perlman Gala Concert
5:00 pm
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Gullett student wins speech contest
05/22/13
Gullett Elementary School student Hailey Wahlers took home top honors May 11, after placing first in the Tropicana District Speech Contest. -
Girl Scouts give cookies a new cause
05/22/13
Local Daisy Scouts from Troop 180 are helping Feeding Empty Little Tummies feed homeless school children in the area. -
Dancing group to host fundraiser
05/22/13
Members of KC and the Sunshine Dancers, a group of Manatee County dancers ages 8 to 20, will show off their dancing skills in jazz, hip-hop and contemporary dance from 7 to 9 p.m. May 28, as the group holds a show titled "Breaking Ground."
