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  • June 3, 2014
Let's talk locks: High and tight

Let's talk locks: High and tight

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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • June 3, 2014
SMOA set to open in January 2016

Sarasota Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum located in the Historic Sarasota High School building, completed its fundraising and is set to begin renovation.

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These events are worth getting uncorked.
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  • June 3, 2014
IN THE KNOW: Wine Tasting

Here's our weekly list of things you should know, but might not. This week's 'In the Know' features great places to sample wine.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • June 2, 2014
Beer Box packs up for downtown move

Beer Box packs up for downtown move

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Lauren Walsh with the secret garden décor
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • June 2, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Friends of Sarasota Ballet

Friends of the Sarasota Ballet met for an end of the season meeting June 2, at Michael's On East Ballroom.

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Jeffrey Hill
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  • June LeBell
  • June 1, 2014
MUSIC REVIEW: The Artist Series Concerts - Ollarsaba and Hill

Read June LeBell's review of the Artist Series Concerts' weekend performance.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • June 1, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Chef'

The new film 'Chef' is a heavenly slice of life that will steal your heart as it tickles your taste buds.

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Hope Averill, 12, gets her hair done before she performs a solo dance
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • June 1, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: The Players End of Year Showcase

The Players Theatre of Sarasota hosted a performance for its students enrolled in studio classes on May 30 at the theater. Students age 5 to 77 demonstrated knowledge they learned in on-camera to stage acting, hip hop to tap dance, youth and adult singing and students.

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  • May 30, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, May 30

Weekend's best bets: Friday, May 30

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  • May 30, 2014
Factory Girl: Triple the Style

Factory Girl: Triple the Style

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  • May 29, 2014
After inaugural year, Inspiration Academy reflects on mentorship

After inaugural year, Inspiration Academy reflects on mentorship

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  • May 28, 2014
TWIS Asks: Greg Gentile of Get Fit Fuel

TWIS Asks: Greg Gentile of Get Fit Fuel

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Gloria Musicae (Courtesy photo)
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • May 28, 2014
Gloria Musicae to audition new singers

Gloria Musicae is a professional vocal ensemble. Each year, the ensemble hosts auditions for interested singers. These will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 29.

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"I would say that within the smaller jurisdiction of the profession of music that there won't be anybody of quality that hasn't heard of Sarasota Music Festival in its 50 years," Paul Wolfe says.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • May 28, 2014
Golden Anniversary

As the Sarasota Music Festival turns 50, its founder, Paul Wolfe, is proud to see his students become masters.

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"We call it like we see it," Jack Littman-Quinn says of his and his wife's food reviews.
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • May 28, 2014
Food reviewers love to share their meals

Jack and Beth Littman-Quinn started reviewing food because they wanted to have a hobby together. Seven years later, they still enjoy sharing the experience.

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