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Elisa Hansen returns to the Ringling to lead the efforts of the art library.
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The Ringling hires familiar face to head art library

Elisa Hansen, who worked at the Ringling previously from 1989 to 1995, returns to Sarasota to be head librarian of its extensive art library.

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JP Knaggs' "Mom's nutty cranberry sweet potato casserole and quick-cook asparagus" recipes are perfect for the holidays.
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Chef JP Knaggs of the Bijou Cafe shares his family-favorite holiday dishes including "Mom's nutty cranberry sweet potato casserole and quick-cook asparagus."

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Black Tie Editor Heather Merriman takes you behind the scenes at Wine Women & Shoes.

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Ever-evolving Thanksgiving traditions overshadow the fact that the modern Turkey Day menu bears only a slight resemblance to the food consumed during the first Thanksgiving.
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Regardless of what food fills your table this upcoming day of thanks, the focus will most likely remain on the hospitality among friends and family, something the following Sarasotans hold dear.

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The Perlman Music Program/Suncoast conducts a collection showcasing the violin's innate beauty.

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Johanna Fincher, soprano, Joseph Holt, artistic director and Amy Connours, alto of Gloria Musicae, will perform their philanthropic concert at the Sarasota Opera House.
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  • November 18, 2014
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Gloria Musicae leads a concert to reflect and raise awareness for local philanthropy and homelessness.

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The Players Follies Co., an ensemble of performers 55 years and older, read new works from local playwrights for the play-reading festival.
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  • November 18, 2014
The Players Follies presents new plays

The senior theater troupe, under the lead of Director Cinda Goeken, brings local playwrights' new works to life.

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Kameron Partridge Hodgens, the new executive director of Glasser-Schoenbaum Human Services Center, and her predecessor, Phil King. Photo by Cliff Roles.
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The substance behind the style; The Ron and Jimmy Show; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

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The Fix: A last-minute Thanksgiving Day dinner

The Fix: A last-minute Thanksgiving Day dinner

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  • November 17, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Art Revolution documentary premiere

The Ringling College of Art and Design ART Network premiered its new documentary "Art Revolution" which profiled local art leaders and innovators. Hosted on the Ringling College campus, the screening featured hors d'oeuvres, drinks and discussion of the arts community

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"Hairspray" runs through Jan. 11, at Florida Studio Theatre.
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  • November 17, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Hairspray'

Marty Fugate reviews "Hairspray," which runs through Jan. 11, at Florida Studio Theatre.

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Movie Reviews: 'Interstellar' and 'Big Hero 6'

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