Gee's Bend exhibit inspires quilter
September 1, 2010
The South's most famous African-American quilting bee influenced East County quilter Sandie Cohen's latest design.
Literary vagabond
September 1, 2010
Since the publication of his first novel last summer, Ryan Praefke has showed no signs of slowing down. The dark novelist shares his inspirations.
Sandie Cohen on quilting (VIDEO)
September 1, 2010
East County quilter Sandie Cohen explains the significance of her favorite blue and yellow blanket.
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Libby's Cafe + Bar
August 28, 2010
Libby's Cafe + Bar co-owners Pat, Steve and Joe Seidensticker share an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.
John Reynolds plays the ukulele (VIDEO)
August 25, 2010
The subject of this week's Backstage Pass feature shares his first love –– music. The scenic manager at The Players Theatre introduces us to his ukulele.
Pines art class cultivates ageless creativity
August 25, 2010
Artist Barbara Dondero helps seniors express their thoughts and feelings through her popular art class.
Stand-up guy
August 25, 2010
Sarasota funny man Tim Wilkins comes home to roost. The comedian talks about the road, his image and why he’s exactly where he wants to be.
Scene-stealer
August 25, 2010
The Players Theatre’s John Reynolds explains why he prefers to take the scenic route.
FILM REVIEW: 'Get Low'
August 25, 2010
Set during the Depression in the Tennessee backwoods, "Get Low" spins the tale of an infamous recluse who comes out of hiding to plan his own funeral party.
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Imperial Fine Art
August 25, 2010
Imperial Fine Art, 1455 Main St., is owned by Robert and Irene Kelley.
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27 Youth in Service - A Memorial Day Outdoor Concert
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Jul
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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Culinary roots
05/16/13
Trevor Kunk is the chef de cuisine at Blue Hill in New York City’s Greenwich Village, which the James Beard Foundation just named "most outstanding restaurant." -
Bright lights
05/16/13
Sarasota native and resident Bri Oliva made her TV debut May 7, on the "Rachael Ray Show." Oliva was selected to participate in a segment called "Hidden Dangers on the Playground." -
Key to the city
05/02/13
More than 100 community members and leaders, friends and family surprised Paul Thorpe, one of the founding members of the Downtown Association of Sarasota, April 25, at The Gator Club, to show their appreciation and celebrate the strides he’s made for Sarasota over the past four decades.
