Arts + Entertainment

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 3, 2023

Restaurant company continues to make its mark on Siesta Key

Some of Siesta Key’s most popular restaurants are owned by Chris Brown and Mike Granthon, founders of Sarasota’s Above the Bar Hospitality Group.

Sarasota
Business

Su Byron
November 3, 2023

7 must-sees as Sarasota's arts scene kicks into high gear

Chart out your arts enjoyment with this overview of the season’s most interesting offerings.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
November 2, 2023

The arts have a powerful ally in new Arts Alliance CEO

Brian Hersh, the new CEO of the Arts Alliance of Sarasota County, knows that the arts are more than a source of enjoyment. They’re also an economic driver.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
November 2, 2023

Euphemia Haye owner has singular goal: Don’t mess with perfection

Amy Whitt, Euphemia Haye’s new owner, plans no big changes. She knows the restaurant is perfect just the way it is.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Liz Ramos
November 2, 2023

Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club to host CycleFest in Lakewood Ranch

CycleFest gives riders an opportunity to reach varying personal goals.

East County
News

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 1, 2023

The Original Wolfie's deli opens Nov. 2 in the Rosemary District

The grand opening festivities will feature live entertainment from New York's Dani Luv.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 1, 2023

Folksy Fogartyville offers an eclectic mix of music, art and film

The Rosemary District arts venue Fogartyville is a grassroots operation with a mission to be the center of community engagement.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 1, 2023

Architecture Sarasota's MOD Weekend celebrates its 10th birthday

The mid-century modern event is celebrating its 10th year with a tribute to Victor Lundy.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
November 1, 2023

The best things to do on Siesta, Lido, Longboat keys in November, December, January

The don’t-miss events from around the keys in November, December and January.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Observer Staff
October 31, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 2-8

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Jay Heater
October 30, 2023

Empty Bowls fundraiser takes a bite out of hunger

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee's annual event, which will be held Nov. 3, provides funds for The Food Bank of Manatee.

East County
Neighbors

Monica Roman Gagnier
October 30, 2023

Sarasota's Mara Gallery is on the move

The visual arts venue opens on South Palm Avenue in time for the First Friday Gallery Artwalk on Nov. 3.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
October 26, 2023

Urbanite Theatre's 'The Sound Inside' proves fiction is stranger than truth

Vickie Daignault and Evan Stevens star in the rule-breaking production about a teacher and her student.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

Monica Roman Gagnier
October 25, 2023

Sarasota Orchestra's search for an authentic 'Eroica'

David Alan Miller conducts the Sarasota Orchestra’s performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 in its Masterworks series.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
October 24, 2023

Revolution is in the air at Asolo Conservatory's 'Three Sisters'

Director Andrei Malaev-Babel explains why Checkovian drama isn’t all whining and moping.

Arts + Culture

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