Arts + Entertainment

Jay Heater
November 28, 2023

World Champions Cup to throw block party in Lakewood Ranch

The inaugural PGA Tour Champions event is going all out to thank The Concession and the region.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
November 28, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 30 to Dec. 6

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Petra Rivera
November 28, 2023

Lazy Lobster of Longboat Key gets a makeover

The restaurant recently finished renovations providing a coastal, modern atmosphere for customers to enjoy a nice dinner out.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Ian Swaby
November 28, 2023

Pacific Counter aims to simplify the sushi process

The restaurant, which places a fast-casual spin on sushi, recently opened in The Landings.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Marty Fugate
November 27, 2023

'Crazy for You' director Denis Jones uses history to create fantasy

Chorus girls meet cowboys as Jones brings 1930s Broadway and the Wild West to the Asolo Rep stage.

Arts + Culture

Liz Ramos
November 27, 2023

Meals on Wheels Plus prepares for annual Shoebox Collection

Helping out Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee with shoeboxes has become a tradition for Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch members.

East County
Neighbors

Emma Burke Jolly
November 25, 2023

The perfect Prohibition-style cocktails around Sarasota

Toast to the 90th anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition at these bars in Sarasota, St. Armands Circle and Waterside Place.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Lesley Dwyer
November 25, 2023

Art installation causes a double take at Resilient Retreat

East Sarasota resident Alan Yaruss donated his artwork to the Sarasota nonprofit.

East County
Neighbors

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 22, 2023

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens celebrates its 50th anniversary

A Florida gardener's legacy has left a lasting imprint on Sarasota's waterfront.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
November 21, 2023

Asolo Rep's 'Crazy For You' sweeps the audience off its feet

Director Denis Jones takes a more-is-more approach to this madcap musical.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

Observer Staff
November 21, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 23-29

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 20, 2023

In its return to downtown Sarasota, Chasen Galleries goes all in on glass

Chasen Galleries @ The Mark represents artists from all over the world.

Arts + Culture

Mark Gordon
November 18, 2023

Sarasota deli that shuttered two days after its debut reopens

The Original Wolfie’s & Rascal in the Rosemary District, a New York-style and Jewish deli that opened to big fanfare Nov. 2 only to temporarily close two days later, has reopened.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Carter Weinhofer
November 17, 2023

Market on Longboat Key returns, now with preorders for baked goods

After a one-year hiatus, the outdoor market will set up shop on the Town Center Green once a month from December to April.

Longboat Key
News

Marty Fugate
November 16, 2023

Osteria 500 serves Italian food with Italian soul

The restaurant’s co-owner is grounded in Italy’s culinary past. He’s equally grounded in Italy’s inventive, creative commitment to the future.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

1 2 3 4 5 »