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Gabriel Kahane will perform in "Heirloom," the final Friday night concert of the Sarasota Music Festival, on June 20.
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  • June 17, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 19-25

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

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Emily Ann Brooks takes center stage in Florida Studio Theatre's "Dames at Sea."
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  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • June 16, 2025
'Dames at Sea' director makes a splash at Florida Studio Theatre

Former theater kid Ben Liebert has directed eight shows in the past year at FST.

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  • June 16, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Florence & the Spice Boys

Regardless of what location you dive into, one thing’s for sure, Florence and the Spice Boys isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a full-on flavor experience.

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Hermitage Artist Retreat hires new development director
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  • June 12, 2025
Hermitage Artist Retreat hires new development director

Melanie Vadzemnieks previously held the same role at Erie Art Museum in Pennsylvania.

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Matthew Glover is the new corporate and events officer of the Sarasota Opera.
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  • June 12, 2025
Sarasota Opera hires new marketing and events officer

Matthew Glover will support fundraising efforts and lead the expansion of signature events.

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Brian D. Coats and Imani Slates star in "From 145th to 98th Street," which runs through June 29 at Urbanite Theatre.
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  • Marty Fugate
  • June 11, 2025
Telling a tale of Black family life without the usual cliches

Urbanite's "From 145th to 98th Street" has a few big moments but focuses on small decisions.

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The duo Zeman Quick Change delights audiences at the Summer Circus Spectacular, which runs through Aug. 9 at The Ringling.
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  • June 10, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 12-18

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RealRail President Allen Novak and club member Doug Neumann work on the O Scale train layout that will be available during the club's special event June 14-15.
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  • Jay Heater
  • June 10, 2025
All aboard for Father's Day weekend fun at RealRail in Bradenton

The model railroad club will celebrates its 50th anniversary June 14-15.

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Runners start off on the course.
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  • Ian Swaby
  • June 9, 2025
Run club at local craft beer bar grows to hundreds in size

99 Bottles' Run Club has become a fitness and social hangout for the local community.

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Pianist Nicolas Namoradze performs at the Sarasota Music Festival.
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  • Gayle Williams
  • June 9, 2025
Shostakovich piano trio leaves a lasting impression at Sarasota Music Festival

A trio of festival artists creates an otherworldly effect with piano, violin and cello.

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The Lounge lets you create your own old fashioned ($16) with enhancements like flavored cubes, gold flakes and more.
    By
  • Emma Burke
  • June 7, 2025
Bottoms up on the best bourbon toasts in Sarasota and Manatee counties

Celebrate National Bourbon Day neat, on the rocks or crafted into cocktail magic.

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Rachel Ghormley, the new owner of Euphemia Haye with husband Jason, said they were glad to save the 50-year-old restaurant that holds special sentimental meaning for her family.
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  • Dana Kampa
  • June 6, 2025
New owners of Euphemia Haye excited to save 50-year-old restaurant

Preserving and celebrating this Longboat Key staple is personal for Rachel Ghormley's family.

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Jesse Nager stars as Jesus and Ann Morrison plays King Herod in Asolo Rep's "Jesus Christ Superstar."
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • June 6, 2025
Former Broadway star Ann Morrison is back on top

Sarasota's Ann Morrison steals the show as King Herod in Asolo Repertory Theatre's "Jesus Christ Superstar."

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Monique, a loggerhead sea turtle, crawls into the ocean off Lido Beach.
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  • Dana Kampa
  • June 5, 2025
Turtle walks start Saturday on Longboat Key

Longboat Key Turtle Watch hosts community walks through June and July.

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Jared Walker is the ringmaster at the 2025 Summer Circus Spectacular, which runs from June 13 to Aug. 9 at The Ringling's Historic Asolo Theater.
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  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • June 4, 2025
Come one, come all to the Summer Circus Spectacular

Make it a family day with the Summer Circus Spectacular at The Ringling.

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