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Eric Guimond and Paulina Whyte offer dance with the St. Barbara Hellenic Dancers in 2023. Whyte is following in the footsteps of her mother, Tina Whyte, who performed in the first Greek Glendi 40 years ago.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • February 13, 2024
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church prepares for 40th annual festival

Volunteers who have been there since the Greek Glendi's inception celebrate 40 years of tradition.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Florida Studio Theatre's "The Lehman Trilogy" follows a trio of immigrants as they re-invent themselves in a story that spans 163 years.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 12, 2024
'The Lehman Trilogy' captures rise and fall of Wall Street empire

The Horatio Alger tale unfolds in a three-hour-plus Florida Studio Theatre production masterfully directed by Richard Hopkins.

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Caribbean Pie Co. has been serving up its Key Lime pie for more than 35 years.
    By
  • Emma Burke Jolly
  • February 11, 2024
Floridian foodie favorites found in Sarasota and Manatee counties

From fresh-squeezed orange juice to Key Lime pie, here are the foods that make me proud to be a Floridian — and where to feast on them.

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  • Eat + Drink
Ed's Tavern was founded in Lakewood Ranch in 2008.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 9, 2024
Ed's Tavern to host block party at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Co-owners Bob Bender and Albert Myara wanted to celebrate their 10 years of ownership.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The rooftop garden will serve customers at The Green Orchid.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • February 8, 2024
Selby Gardens' new restaurant will source produce from rooftop

The Green Orchid by Michael's On East, said to be the world’s first net-positive energy restaurant, will open to the public in February.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The new big top arrived in time for the Circus Arts Gala on Feb. 2.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • February 7, 2024
Circus Sarasota gets a new big top in time for its 2024 season

Circus Arts Conservatory’s new tent will make its public debut at Circus Sarasota 2024, held Feb. 16 through March 10 at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Arts + Culture
Andrew and Luz Hereth celebrated 15 years of marriage at the 2022 Valentine’s Day vow renewal on Siesta Beach.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 8-14

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

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Pianist Garrick Ohlsson helps the Sarasota Orchestra celebrate its 75th anniversary on Feb. 15.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • February 6, 2024
5 ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in Sarasota

Romance is in the air and on stage in Sarasota as Cupid searches for a target.

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"The True Story of Eve" includes more than 80 pieces of art created by Michele Oka Doner during 60 years.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • February 5, 2024
Ringling Museum exhibition recalls Florida as the garden of Eden

Miami Beach artist Michele Oka Doner pays tribute to the environment in her solo show at The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota Opera’s 2018 production of Carmen.
    By
  • Su Byron
  • February 2, 2024
Sarasota Opera’s season spans timeless classics and forgotten gems

Opera is not just for the elite. Check out one of this season’s productions and see for yourself.

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In this art piece, multiple shells are used to create a wave design.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • February 1, 2024
Sarasota Shell Show will combine arts, crafts and science

The event will showcase rare shells and artisanal creations by members of the Sarasota Shell Club.

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Pop’s Sunset Grill is a hopping spot for oyster tasting.
    By
  • Marty Fugate, Su Byron
  • February 1, 2024
The raw deal on where to find oysters in the Sarasota area

Oysters are a shellfish pleasure. No shuck! Local chefs share their expertise and love for the bivalve mollusks.

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Miguel’s Mixed Grille entree consists of three tender lamb chops with mint sauce, veal with Bordelaise sauce and filet mignon with Bearnaise sauce, along with cauliflower, grilled mushrooms and duchess potatoes.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 1, 2024
Family behind Miguel’s Restaurant keep its long and tasty legacy alive

Miguel Garcia had a vision for continental cuisine on Siesta Key. His sons keep that vision alive.

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J. Antonio Rodriguez stars as Orpheus in the “Hadestown” North American Tour.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • January 31, 2024
Longboat resident, Broadway producer brings 'Hadestown' to Sarasota

The North American tour of "Hadestown" coming to Sarasota is a homecoming for Tom Kirdahy, a producer of the musical and a Longboat Key homeowner.

  • Arts + Culture
Bud Northway and Rosanna White at the Chamber's Light Up, Longboat event on Nov. 25. The couple will be renewing their vows after being married for six weeks.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • January 31, 2024
Vow renewal event set for Valentine’s Day on Longboat Key

Longboat couples are invited to commemorate their special day with a vow renewal ceremony on Feb. 14.

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