PHOTO GALLERY: “Rhapsody, Rhythm and Romance”
May 10, 2013
“Rhapsody, Rhythm and Romance” beginning 8 p.m. Friday, May 17 will be the third annual collaboration among members of Jazz Juvenocracy and Fuzión Dance Artists at Glenridge Performing Arts Center. Here are photos from the dress rehearsal.
PHOTO GALLERY: Roy's Sushi 101
May 9, 2013
Eleven students learned the proper sushi know-how from Chef Carl Bertka at Roy’s Sarasota Thursday, May 9. In a couple of hours, the Japanese art form was demystified.
Sarasota Blues and Music Festival canceled; new blues festival launches
May 8, 2013
The Sarasota Blues Festival has been canceled for 2013, but the inaugural Florida Blue Blues & Music Festival will launch Oct. 26.
Patron Saints: Mitchell McKnight
May 8, 2013
The Observer launched a web video series in March called "Patron Saints," in which we recognize area performing-arts venues and the patrons who support them. It's all in keeping with the idea that Sarasota is an arts city, and these individuals make it possible.
Home of the Month: Classic on the Key
May 8, 2013
A Siesta Key home showcases the genius of architect Ralph Twitchell — half a century later.
Family jewels: Nikki Sedacca
May 8, 2013
Nikki Sedacca's family is more precious than the metal she uses to wire-wrap jewelry.
Scene & Heard
May 8, 2013
'Sybil's' art finds homes in Sarasota; High school students compete for most well versed; Riggs takes designs to the silver screen
Sarasota Orchestra performs radically different concert
May 8, 2013
Jewish Federation brings Israeli culture to Sarasota via contemporary violinist Miri Ben-Ari, accompanied by Sarasota Orchestra for May 11 'Revolutions' concert.
Tidbites
May 8, 2013
Indigenous is Ingenious; Updated menu and Full-Service Bar at Americano; Ophelia's is a Best Bet for Food and View
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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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Miller shares Longboat lore
05/22/13
David Miller gave the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key a history lesson Thursday, May 16, when he shared his memories of early island life. -
Kiwanians get club recognition
05/22/13
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key recently received "Distinguished Club" status from Kiwanis International for its efforts during the 2011-12 year. -
Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top.

