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"I refuse to listen to people who say there's nothing here," Tim Jaeger says.
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 29, 2014
Jaeger rules the roost

Other artists have big-city dreams, but Tim Jaeger sees Sarasota as a blank canvas.

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"Sarasota Sunday" by Robert Baxter
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  • January 29, 2014
A&E Picks and Highlights

A&E Editor Mallory Gnaegy keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.

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John Goodman, former president of Sarasota Concert Association, died in 2019.
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 29, 2014
John Goodman passes Sarasota Concert Association baton

John Goodman was the president of Sarasota Concert Association for eight years. In April, the association named Joy McIntyre as its new president.

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James Ranson, Esther Dickmann, Alan Corey, Trine Bolling and Lynne Mesky of Gloria Musicae
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  • January 29, 2014
Sarasota Orchestra and Gloria Musicae give a behind-the-scenes look

Sarasota Orchestra and Gloria Musicae give a behind-the-scenes look

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  • By Alexis Orgera
  • January 29, 2014
Book Review: 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt

Read Alexis Orgera's review of "The Goldfinch."

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Charlie Ann Syprett's home office has stunning views of Sarasota Bay. Photos by Heather Merriman.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • January 29, 2014
Local philanthropist's home office embraces pink with a passion

As a city full of self-starters, entrepreneurs, retirees and active volunteers, Sarasota has an abundance of home offices. But the office in Charlie Ann Syprett's home - from its pink walls to its portraits of Elvis - offers a one-of-a-kind place for creativity.

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Bello Nock mentee Johnny Rockett and his lady, Tina Winn, left. Photo by Stephanie Hannum.
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  • January 29, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Under the Big Top; Tidbits; and Hot Flash.

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  • January 28, 2014
Drinks for the big game

Drinks for the big game

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  • January 28, 2014
Newfound confidence: Kristopher James finds his voice

Newfound confidence: Kristopher James finds his voice

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  • By Emarie and Petr Marcan
  • January 27, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Forks and Corks Grand Tasting

PHOTO GALLERY: Forks and Corks Grand Tasting

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  • January 27, 2014
10 steps to flawless skin

10 steps to flawless skin

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Forks and Corks 2014
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  • January 27, 2014
Attendees talk Forks & Corks 2014

The Sarasota-Manatee Originals put on its annual Forks & Corks Sunday, Jan. 27 in the courtyard of The Ringling. The seventh annual event sold out in 8 minutes. Here's a video of the sights and sounds at the event in case you weren't one of the lucky 1,200 to get tickets.

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  • By Popcorn Bob
  • January 27, 2014
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • January 27, 2014
Black Tie Untied

Untie the eventful weekend with Black Tie Untied, featuring The Circus Arts Conservatory Gala and the 25th Anniversary Catholic Charities Ball.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • January 27, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Hurricane Mike's Chili Cook Off

PHOTO GALLERY: Hurricane Mike's Chili Cook Off

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