Art Scene & Heard
January 5, 2011
Carreño Dance Fest kicks off on the right foot; The stiletto secret behind our SEASON shoot; Another year, another Perlman Music Program residency; and Hot Tickets.
When you want to eat light...
January 5, 2011
The question was, "What is your favorite restaurant when you want to eat something light (like right after the holidays)?" The varied answers celebrate the diversity of eating places with which our community is blessed.
Vocal point
January 5, 2011
The leading lady of the Katt Hefner Trio talks about her confidence, her shyness, her voice and all that jazz.
All the right moves
January 5, 2011
Choreographer Jimmy Hoskins' life story could be a Broadway musical, which is why after 400 shows the theater veteran is publishing his memoir.
MUSIC REVIEW: Operatic Preview
January 5, 2011
One of the most exciting events to look forward to in 2011 is the Sarasota Opera's production of "The Crucible."
Comfort and Contrast
December 29, 2010
Square 1 Burgers & Bar owners Bill Shumate and Joanie Corneil share exclusive recipes for Observer readers.
The curious case of Francis Schwartz
December 29, 2010
The experimental composer opens up about his unusual material and how he strikes a balance between the dark and the light sides of life.
Music Review: What They're Doing Right
December 29, 2010
As we reflect on the first half of the 2010-2011 season, we realize there have been two groups that have been doing just about everything right: Sarasota Orchestra and the Artist Series of Sarasota.
Osprey trop-rocker releases his ninth album
December 29, 2010
James 'Sunny Jim' White has worked as a musician for more than three decades. The easygoing singer/songwriter shares the simple secrets to his success.
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4 "Gloria Musicae Celebrates America"
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Sep
19 Steel Magnolias
7:30 pm - Jan
4 10th Anniversary Perlman Gala Concert
5:00 pm
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
