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Dynasty Dance Clubs started the Dynasty Stars program in 2016. Photo by Niki Kottmann
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 30, 2019
Dynasty Stars ballroom dance students shine on and off the floor

Dynasty Dance Clubs' special needs ballroom program is more than just dance lessons.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 30, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 31

A calendar look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Venice and on Longboat Key.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Brenda Secky paints mainly landscapes and seascapes, a preference she shares with her great-great-grandfather. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 30, 2019
A long lost treasure proves art is a family affair for painter Brenda Secky

An artist's long road to connecting with her great-great-grandfather inspires her craft.

  • Arts + Culture
Kuniko Yamamoto’s “Oh, Origami” takes place Sunday, Feb. 3. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • January 30, 2019
Critic's Picks: SaraSolo Festival Week 2

The 2019 SaraSolo Festival continues. Here’s another idiosyncratic selection of the second weekend’s one-person shows.

  • Arts + Culture
Spotlight Theatre Productions student Tay Peterson won an award at the 2019 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta. Photo courtesy James Barker Photography
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 30, 2019
Scene & Heard 01.31.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week.

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Despite a sustained push from preservation advocates, the city's decision to demolish the GWIZ building still stands.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 29, 2019
After deadlock, GWIZ demolition plans stand

The city’s Historic Preservation Board voted 3-3 on an appeal seeking to overturn the demolition of the former Selby Library building.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 29, 2019
Lido Key Residents Association hosts Save the Beach Soiree

The event drew around 125 people to The Ritz-Carlton Beach Club Jan. 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Artist Jeffrey Laramore designed the sculpture "Jumping Fish" to be placed at the Palm Avenue-Cocoanut Avenue roundabout.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 29, 2019
Roundabout art installation set for Saturday

A segment of the intersection of Palm Avenue and Cocoanut Avenue will be closed Saturday morning as crews install a sculpture in the roundabout’s center.

  • Sarasota
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    In Memoriam |
  • January 29, 2019
Marvin S. Peretz

Marvin S. Peretz, 88, of New York, NY, passed away on January 19, 2019 in Sarasota, FL.Marvin was born in New York to Nadine and Irving Peretz on March 10, 1930. His obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer in Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” runs through March 29 at Florida Studio Theatre. Photo by Matthew Holler
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • January 29, 2019
FST's 'Curious Incident' is a smart, original play with a self-informed lead

'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' takes audiences on a journey of the mind at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
When the project is finished nearly 185,000 cubic yards of sand will be relocated.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 29, 2019
New Pass dredge halfway done

The sand from the $3.9 million dredge is being used to renourish nearby Lido Beach.

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Jack Brill
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • January 29, 2019
Brill takes over as Sarasota's acting GOP chief

Brill wants to unseat Margaret Good

  • Longboat Key
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The master plan was announced in October 2018.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 29, 2019
Selby Gardens receives record donation for master plan

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens received a $5 million dollar donation from Drs. Joel and Gail Morrison Morganroth, who donated to $15 million to Ringling College in Sarasota last year.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 29, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra hosts second dinner series of the year

The New Four Seasons Chamber Dinner was held Jan. 29 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 29, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Garden patrons dine for eighth year

The annual Chairman's Circle Dinner was held Jan. 28 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens

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