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Linn Torres, All Angels by the Sea administrative assistant and art sale coordinator, holds up a decorative glass piece, one of the many art items for sale at this summer's New to You art sale at the church.
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  • Dana Kampa
  • August 9, 2025
All Angels by the Sea Episcopal kicks off summer art sale

The Longboat Key church is holding a smaller-scale version of its spring New to You art sale through September, featuring jewelry, decor and more.

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Ethan Jack Haberfield and Alice M. Gatling star in "Dorothy's Dictionary," which runs through Aug. 10 at Florida Studio Theatre.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 5, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 7-13

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

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The duo Zeman Quick Change delights audiences at the Summer Circus Spectacular, which runs through Aug. 9 at The Ringling.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 29, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 31-Aug. 6

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

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Alex Htcher and Will Westray star in Asolo Rep's "A Year With Frog and Toad," which runs through Aug. 3 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 22, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 24-30

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

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Jazzmin Carson and Raleigh Moseley II star in "Titan and the Muse" at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe from July 17-20.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 15, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 17-23

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

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