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"Mega World 5.4" by Josh Simpson will be on display from Nov. 18 through June 29, at The Ringling.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 6, 2013
Glass Half Full

The emphasis on contemporary art led Philip and Nancy Kotler to donate their collection as the first contemporary studio glass in The Ringling museum's collection.

  • Arts + Culture
Henry Porter teaches five A's to his congregation: affection, approval, achievement, acceptance and appreciation. He's never felt like he needed to seek acceptance because there was someone who helped keep him in the loop.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 6, 2013
Paying It Forward

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's initiative to mentor becomes the song that never ends.

  • Arts + Culture
Joel and Diane Schleicher's wine cellar
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • November 6, 2013
Uncorking Sarasota's Wine Cellars

When it comes to wine, some connoisseurs bring their passion into their homes - by means of wine cellars. The Observer sought out some cellars around Sarasota to see what it takes to build one, the importance of design and how one goes about filling a wine cellar.

  • Arts + Culture
Cash "Trouble" Gnaegy ordered Chloé's Chicken from Café L'Europe — and he put on his best tie for the experience. Chloe's Chicken features grilled chicken and steamed baby carrots.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 6, 2013
Restaurants that go to the dogs

"A dog walks into the bar" isn't far from par in this town. In this case, however, there's no punch line - Sarasota is relatively dog friendly. Pull a seat nearby and treat your best friend (with a tail) to some dog-friendly spots.

  • Arts + Culture
Crystal Soufer, David Kaplan, Doris Kaplan, Gary Kaplan his wife, Jody. Photo by Molly Schechter.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 6, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

Celebrating Doris; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 5, 2013
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Purlie

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Purlie

  • Arts + Culture
Fuzión Dance Artists perform on the top level of the Palm Ave. Garage Monday evening.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 5, 2013
Craig Colorusso installs exhibits around Sarasota

Artist Craig Collorusso, in conjunction with his exhibit opening at Art Center Sarasota Thursday, Nov. 7, will install temporary sound exhibits around Sarasota this week.

  • Arts + Culture
Lisa Hoke poses with one of her works (courtesy photo)
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 5, 2013
SMOA ARTmuse seeking colorful cardboard for January project

Sarasota Museum of Art's 2014 ARTmuse artist Lisa Hoke will turn Sarasotans' cardboard into a public art installation

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Popcorn Bob
  • November 4, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
The Circus Arts Conservatory banner is a new addition to the newly named Sailor Circus Academy arena.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 4, 2013
Circus Sarasota unveils a new identity

The new identity for Circus Sarasota was a necessary one. There were so many acts that have developed since Dolly Jacobs and Pedro Reis began the nonprofit 17-years-ago that they needed one big top name to straighten it all out.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 3, 2013
Justin Long on Facebook creeping, texting and confused fans

Justin Long on Facebook creeping, texting and confused fans

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Cock & Bull Halloween party

PHOTO GALLERY: Cock & Bull Halloween party

  • Arts + Culture
Nik and Erendira Wallenda
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Circus Arts Conservatory

Circus Sarasota announced its new identity at a gourmet barbecue Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Sailor Circus Arena. The Sailor Circus students teased their winter performance at the event.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • November 2, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'All Is Lost'

There's no smooth sailing for Robert Redford in the new film, "All is Lost."

  • Arts + Culture
Soprano Danielle Walker as Rosalinde and baritone Sean Anderson as Eisenstein in Sarasota Opera's 2013 production of "Die Fledermaus." Photo by Rod Millington
    By
  • June LeBell
  • November 2, 2013
MUSIC REVIEW - Sarasota Opera: 'Die Fledermaus'

June LeBell reviews Sarasota Opera's production of 'Die Fledermaus,' which runs through Nov. 15.

  • Arts + Culture
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