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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • September 1, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: madeby

madeby is owned by Ringling College of Art and Design and stocked with fine-art photos, prints, posters, paintings, screen-printed T-shirts and stationary produced by current and former Ringling students.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • September 1, 2010
Gee's Bend exhibit inspires quilter

The South's most famous African-American quilting bee influenced East County quilter Sandie Cohen's latest design.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • September 1, 2010
Literary vagabond

Since the publication of his first novel last summer, Ryan Praefke has showed no signs of slowing down. The dark novelist shares his inspirations.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • September 1, 2010
Sandie Cohen on quilting (VIDEO)

East County quilter Sandie Cohen explains the significance of her favorite blue and yellow blanket.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Libby's Cafe + Bar

Libby's Cafe + Bar co-owners Pat, Steve and Joe Seidensticker share an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
John Reynolds plays the ukulele (VIDEO)

The subject of this week's Backstage Pass feature shares his first love -- music. The scenic manager at The Players Theatre introduces us to his ukulele.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Pines art class cultivates ageless creativity

Artist Barbara Dondero helps seniors express their thoughts and feelings through her popular art class.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Stand-up guy

Sarasota funny man Tim Wilkins comes home to roost. The comedian talks about the road, his image and why he's exactly where he wants to be.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Scene-stealer

The Players Theatre's John Reynolds explains why he prefers to take the scenic route.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • August 25, 2010
FILM REVIEW: 'Get Low'

Set during the Depression in the Tennessee backwoods, "Get Low" spins the tale of an infamous recluse who comes out of hiding to plan his own funeral party.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Imperial Fine Art

Imperial Fine Art, 1455 Main St., is owned by Robert and Irene Kelley.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 18, 2010
An Act of Courage

In the face of breast cancer, Bobbie Burrell came out a star. The 'Got A Minute' performer shares her inspiring journey.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 18, 2010
Creative handyman

Behind every aging building is a tireless Jack-of-all-trades. Meet Bubsy Becker, Art Center Sarasota's own Mr. Fix-It.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 18, 2010
Banker returns to her musical roots

Marcy Gilroy went from a high-powered bank executive to a piano teacher for toddlers.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • August 18, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Dabbert Gallery

Dabbert Gallery, on S. Palm Ave., is owned by David and Pat Dabbert.

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