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The clever servant is a pivotal player in two productions for its 2025 winter festival.

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Taste and Tunes of the Keys returns on Feb. 27 with a dozen eateries.

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Comedian Lynne Koplitz, who was raised in Sarasota, appears at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre from Feb. 13-15.
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Historian Susan Benjamin previews her upcoming talk on musician Paul Simon.
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Historian to illustrate legacy of musician Paul Simon

The works of an American folk singer/songwriter are set to come to life on Sunday with a lecture and live music.

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James Evans, Patrick Noon and Amanda Kristin Nichols star in Florida Studio Theatre's "Advice," which runs through Feb. 28 at FST's Bowne's Lab.
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Florida Studio Theatre takes a walk on the edgy side

Provcative theater is alive and well in FST's Stage III spring series.

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Sisterhood for Good founder Angela Massaro-Fain says many who attend the nonprofit's All That Jazz, Cabaret for a Cause Feb. 21 will dress to the jazz age of Chicago during Prohibition.
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When it comes to philanthropy, Sisterhood for Good can dress the part

All That Jazz: Cabaret for a Cause will raise thousands for Lakewood Ranch-area nonprofits.

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Turn up the heat, treat yourself and toast with Soju this Valentine's Day at Korê Steakhouse.
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A feast for the heart: Where to dine on Valentine’s Day

From buzzing bistros to a do-it-yourself dining activity, here are some of the perfect spots around Sarasota to celebrate romance.

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Greeters Ethan McNary and Sarah Williamson welcomed guests to Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar at UTC during a soft opening event Saturday.
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Fleming's Prime Steakhouse opens at UTC

The new Fleming's is the second in the Sarasota area.

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Rachel Moulton stars as an embattled professor in Florida Studio Theatre's "The Cancellation of Lauren Fein," playing through March 15 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
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Beach University 2025 sessions will be held each Thursday in March at Siesta Beach Pavillion.
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Beach University returns to Siesta Beach Pavillion

Free, one-hour educational sessions will be held every Thursday in March.

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The commercial space at 3170-3174 Gulf of Mexico Drive will soon include a Starbucks location.
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Starbucks location to open on Longboat Key this summer

The shop, located at 3174 Gulf of Mexico Drive, will emphasize the brand’s "community coffee house" feel with a modern look tailored to Longboat Key.

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The Sarasota Concert Association presents the Czech National Symphony Orchestra on Feb. 13 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
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The Sarasota Concert Association is still hitting the high notes at 80

In a town filled with cultural options, SCA's concerts with world-class artists consistently sell out.

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Special Highwaymen artists showing comes to Longboat

The Education Center at Temple Beth Israel is hosting a special showing of works by the 22 famous Highwaymen artists for Black History Month.

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Big Z Band is the first act set to perform in a three-part concert series for the public.
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Savor the Sounds concert series returns to Longboat this spring

Big Z Band starts off the three-part chamber concert series on March 1 at the Town Center Green.

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