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The cast of "Steel Magnolias," which opens Sept. 19 at The Players Theatre
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 6, 2013
Weekend's Best Bet: Get a hair cut at The Players Theatre

Get a haircut Saturday, and give to a good cause at The Players Theatre's Locks of Love charity event tied to the opening of 'Steel Magnolias.'

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 4, 2013
True Grit: Hail Dale's high-speed, rubber-burning ride

True Grit: Hail Dale's high-speed, rubber-burning ride

  • Arts + Culture
noiseordinance
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 4, 2013
Noise Ordinance announces new lineup

Noise Ordinance announces new lineup

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 4, 2013
FSU/Asolo Conservatory forms advice-giving rap group

FSU/Asolo Conservatory forms advice-giving rap group

  • Arts + Culture
Itzhak Perlman rehearses with PMP Orchestra students, and hopes to do the same with area musicians in the new Super String Program. Photo by Barbara Banks.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 4, 2013
Perlman Program/Suncoast seeks young area violinists

The new Super Strings Program gives young area violinists an opportunity to perform under the direction of Itzhak Perlman. Auditions take place Saturday, Sept. 7.

  • Arts + Culture
Here the orchestra is pictured at its first public appearance in the 50s under Alexander Bloch.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 4, 2013
Sarasota Orchestra celebrates 65 years

What started as a community orchestra full of housewives and retired businessmen grew to be the Sarasota Orchestra, a 65-year-old professional ensemble and cultural gem of the city.

  • Arts + Culture
Kimmie's shrimp and grits at Michael's On East
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 4, 2013
Best Of Southern Cooking

When you live down South, certain characteristics come to mind that define the culinary culture.

  • Arts + Culture
"The Ocean at the End of the Lane" is available at Bookstore1, 1359 Main St., Sarasota.
  • By Alexis Orgera
  • September 4, 2013
Book Review: 'The Ocean at the End of the Lane'

'The Ocean at the End of the Lane' really did something to me. I mean, it got lodged in my chest and I can't shake it.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • September 4, 2013
Social Studies: Terri Vitale

If you think women can't have it all, then you have yet to meet Terri Vitale. Wife to Dr. Chris Sforzo and mother to Sydney and Ryan, Vitale keeps her entire family in line.

  • Arts + Culture
Photos by Vita Bella Photography
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • September 4, 2013
Just Married: Jessica Scarlette Gonzmart and Andrew David Matheny

Jessica Scarlette Gonzmart and Andrew David Matheny were married April 27, at The John and Mable Ringling Museum.

  • Arts + Culture
Save the date: Sarasota Film Festival takes place from April 4 through April 13.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 3, 2013
Sarasota Film Festival calls for 2014 festival submissions

The 16th annual Sarasota Film Festival could feature you or your neighbors.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Popcorn Bob
  • September 3, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
BigTop
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • August 30, 2013
Big Top Brewing Company taps new brew at Mr. Beery's

Big Top Brewing Company taps new brew at Mr. Beery's

  • Arts + Entertainment
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    By
  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • August 30, 2013
Libby's Café + Bar: a standout in Southside Village

Libby's Café + Bar: a standout in Southside Village

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • August 30, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Ain't Them Bodies Saints'

Don't let the title of the new film, "Ain't Them Bodies Saints," scare you off from catching this hypnotic work of art.

  • Arts + Culture
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