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"Dancing Lessons" runs through Feb. 27, at Florida Studio Theatre.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • December 14, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Dancing Lessons'

Who's normal, anyway? Mark St. Germain's 'Dancing Lessons' considers the question in the current production at Florida Studio Theatre.

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A diamondback terrapin hatchling
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  • Kristen Herhold
  • December 14, 2014
Mote Aquarium to hold exhibit on life cycles of marine animals

'Oh Baby! Life Cycles of the Seas" will explore marine animal romance, babies and families.

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bettys
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  • Nick Friedman
  • December 12, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 12

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Dec. 12

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BUSTED: This week in police reports: Thursday, March 12
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  • Nick Friedman
  • December 12, 2014
Busted: This week in police reports: Friday, Dec. 12

Busted: This week in police reports: Friday, Dec. 12

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shrimp
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  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • December 11, 2014
Painter's Palate: Creative cuisine in Sarasota's new ethnic culinary corridor

Painter's Palate: Creative cuisine in Sarasota's new ethnic culinary corridor

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  • Eat + Drink
Sarah Wertheimer, Jani Steinberg and Flora Oynick
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  • Nick Reichert
  • December 10, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Embracing Our Differences Annual Luncheon

The Embracing Our Differences art organization reflected and celebrated the past year's art, educational initiatives, and the group's inspiring annual outdoor student art exhibit at Michael's On East.

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Chef Ray Arpke shares his favorite holiday recipe.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 10, 2014
HOLIDAY EATS: Euphemia Haye

Euphemia Haye Owner and Chef Ray Arpke shares one of his favorite holiday meal of Sauerbraten, Braised Red Cabbage and Potato Dumplings.

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christmas
  • By Amy Nance
  • December 10, 2014
Christmas chillin' with the children

Christmas chillin' with the children

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John D. MacDonald's Siesta Key home was the birthplace of the Florida crime novel.
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • December 9, 2014
Home of the Month: The Deep Blue Goodbye

John D. MacDonald's Siesta Key home was the birthplace of the Florida crime novel.

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Kris Parins, local artist and member of the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, won first prize at the FSWS's latest juried exhibition.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 9, 2014
Beautiful Minds

Local watercolor society creates an artistic splash in latest exhibition.

  • Arts + Culture
Iain Webb, Margaret Barbieri, Mary Anne Servian and supporters of the Sarasota Ballet accept two certificates of recognition from the Sarasota County Commission
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 9, 2014
Sarasota County Commission honors the Sarasota Ballet

Given two separate commendations, one for director Iain Webb and one for the whole organization, the Sarasota Ballet were honored for their artistic excellence.

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James Jordan, rehearsing with corps de ballet dancer Abbey Kay, is bringing more than 30 years of craft to the Sarasota Ballet.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 9, 2014
Mobile Master

James Jordan brings experience and determination to the Sarasota Ballet.

  • Arts + Culture
“The Rollers 28" by Jorge Blanco was sold at auction by Christie's in New York for $20,000.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 9, 2014
Jorge Blanco's work goes global

After his first showing at Christie's in New York, Sarasota artist Jorge Blanco reflects on his worldwide reach.

  • Arts + Culture
John Burr giving student Trine Bølling some vocal delivery notes in his home studio.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 9, 2014
The Voice Within

John Burr instructs burgeoning actors and performers in the field of voiceover.

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At the opening night post-performance reception: Michael Zuckerberg, board member Judy Cahn, Jan Fidelman and Managing Director Mary Ann Servian. Photo by Cliff Roles.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 9, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Everything is beautiful at the ballet; Baby on board; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

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