Arts + Entertainment

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

Marty Fugate, Su Byron
November 15, 2023

A complete itinerary to keep you and your guests happy this season

Want to be the host with the most? Fill your guests with holiday cheer with this short list of Lakewood Ranch experiences.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Lesley Dwyer
November 15, 2023

Forked at Night expands into a nightclub at Waterside Place

The popular breakfast eatery is now a nightclub on Friday and Saturday nights.

East County
News

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 15, 2023

There's French flavor on the menu at The Ringling's performance series

Many of this season's shows at the Historic Asolo Theater have a French accent.

Arts + Culture

Petra Rivera
November 15, 2023

Musician plays the soundtrack of paradise for events on Longboat

The local performer's comforting, peaceful and positive music sets the tone at Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce events.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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