Arts + Entertainment

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 7, 2023

Meet Sarasota's new arts czar

Brian Hersh holds the power of the purse for local cultural organizations.

Arts + Culture

By Robert Stoll
September 6, 2023

Suncoast Concert Band celebrates its 90th birthday

Formed in a trailer park during the Great Depression, the Sarasota-based band is still going strong.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
September 5, 2023

Asolo Repertory Theatre expands management team

Sarah Johnson and Eric Pugh fill development and marketing posts.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
September 5, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 7-13

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Lesley Dwyer
September 4, 2023

Truman's generous goodbye to Lakewood Ranch

After serving the Lakewood Ranch area for 11 years, Truman's Tap & Grill is closed as of Sept. 1.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Emma Burke Jolly
September 3, 2023

The best bagels in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch

Foodies know the difference between boiled and baked lumps of dough.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Liz Ramos
September 2, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center to host Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed will teach people the actions necessary to help if someone is injured or bleeding.

East County
Neighbors

Marty Fugate
August 31, 2023

Artistic director showcases Urbanite’s commitment to new play development

Urbanite Theatre's newly solo artistic director, Summer Dawn Wallace, talks about her singular vision for Sarasota's "black box" theater.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
August 31, 2023

Urbanite Theatre enters unknown territory with 10th season

The "black box" theater pushes the envelope in its 10th season.

Arts + Culture

Ian Swaby
August 31, 2023

Labor Day Regatta celebrates its 75th year under sail

The Sarasota Sailing Squadron event is the oldest of its type in the region, according to organizers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
August 30, 2023

Cafe L'Europe builds on tradition for 50th anniversary

The St. Armands Circle restaurant has served the area for 50 years and trained many local restaurateurs.

Longboat Key
Business

Observer Staff
August 29, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 31 to Sept. 6

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Observer Staff
August 25, 2023

Sarasota Orchestra signs three-year agreement with musicians' union

The pact calls for a 5% salary increase in each of the three years.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
August 24, 2023

New Sarasota County leaders meet the community

A panel discussion and members mixer was held at CMX CinéBistro Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Business

Jay Heater
August 24, 2023

New pizza restaurant opens in Lakewood Ranch

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza opened on the corner of State Road 70 and Lorraine Road.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

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