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Arts + Culture

  • By Popcorn Bob
  • August 19, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
Cate Blanchett stars in "Blue Jasmine."
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • August 18, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Blue Jasmine'

In Woody Allen's new film, 'Blue Jasmine,' the iconic director/writer treads deep waters in an examination of a woman's gradual break with reality.

  • Arts + Culture
Honorary grandparents Greg Gregory and his wife Ilene Friedman flanking birthday girl Maria Wirries and her mom Jeaneen Wirries. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • August 14, 2013
Scene and Heard: Swinging surprise for sweet sixteen

It was certainly no secret that her honorary grandparents were throwing a sweet sixteen for performing prodigy Maria Wirries.

  • Arts + Culture
The Bijou Café is located at 1287 First St. and has been at the same location since opening in 1986. The restaurant features continental American cuisine with flavors from many parts of the world.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: The Bijou Cafe

This week we went in the kitchen with The Bijou Cafe owner Jean-Pierre 'J.P.' Knaggs and chef Bob Camille for shrimp piri piri. Watch a video and get the full recipe in this week's In the Kitchen.

  • Arts + Culture
Whether you prefer to eat or drink your veggies, we can all agree that adding more nutrients to your diet is a good thing — especially when they taste this good. Photos by Mallory Gnaegy.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • August 14, 2013
Pressing Matter

Whether you prefer to eat or drink your veggies, we can all agree that adding more nutrients to your diet is a good thing - especially when they taste this good.

  • Arts + Culture
"Everybody brings different things to the table," Shawn O'Malley says of his co-op woodshop. "This camaraderie is what I envisioned." Photos by Mallory Gnaegy.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • August 14, 2013
Building a Legacy

Shawn O'Malley's grandfather taught him the art of woodworking from salvaged material. Now, O'Malley is the teacher.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • August 14, 2013
Destination: VENICE

A beautiful beach, fishing pier and waterside meals make Venice the ideal destination for a little bit of staycation paradise. Even if you are not an avid beachgoer, downtown Venice offers great local restaurants and shops.

  • Arts + Culture
WWE diva Natalya married fellow WWE superstar Tyson Kidd on Siesta Key. Copyright 2013 WWE
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • August 13, 2013
Sarasota showcased on reality show 'Total Divas'

Sarasota, as well as local businesses, will be in the spotlight this weekend on E!'s show, 'Total Divas.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Popcorn Bob
  • August 12, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
"Les Miserables" is playing at Manatee Performing Arts Center. Courtesy photo.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • August 12, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Les Miserables'

Rick Kerby is making his vision for the new Manatee Performing Arts Center come true with every nightly rendition of the signature song, 'I Dreamed a Dream.'

  • Arts + Culture
In the new film, "Museum Hours," life imitates art. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • August 11, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Museum Hours'

In the new film, 'Museum Hours,' life imitates art.

  • Arts + Culture
Jim Sorensen as James and Katherine Michelle Tanner as Sara in "Time Stands Still." Photo by Gary Sweetman.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • August 11, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Time Stands Still'

'Time Stands Still' is Banyan Theater Company's last production of the summer season.

  • Arts + Culture
Breckenridge Brewery represented its craft beers
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • August 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Celebration of Brewing

Aug. 10 was a hoppy day at Morton's Gourmet Market. Hundreds of people poured into a tent in the parking lot of Morton's for the annual 'Celebration of Brewing' to sample more than 50 craft beers, imports and ciders from around the world.

  • Arts + Culture
Joji Angeline and Katrina Yamani
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • August 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gallery 'Words/Images'

Selby Gallery's backroom flooded due to rain, but as the water was shop vacuumed up, people slowly started trickling in for the Aug. 9 opening of Words/Images. The exhibit that featured traveling exhibition 'Illustrators 55' in Gallery I and 'Letterpress Projects' in Gallery II. The exhibits will be on display through Sept. 11.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • By Kathryn Parks
  • August 7, 2013
'Live, Laugh & Love' at the Venice Theatre Summer Cabaret Festival

'Live, Laugh & Love' at the Venice Theatre Summer Cabaret Festival

  • Arts + Culture
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