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  • Cliff Roles
  • December 12, 2017
'Shakespeare In Love' captivates guests at second Starry Night Dinner of the season

Asolo Repertory Theatre hosted the dinner on Dec. 11 at the home of Ron Kendall.

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Photo by Ryan Joseph Photographs
    A time to celebrate |
  • December 11, 2017
Just Married: Paige Samson and David Wyant

The couple married Nov. 4 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
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Myakka City's Denny Woodruff works in preparation for the new polo season.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 11, 2017
Sarasota Polo Club brings in thrill seekers

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • Sports
Joe Casey performs in "Blue Suede Shoes." Photo by Matthew Holler
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • December 11, 2017
'Blue Suede Shoes' steps back into rock history at FST

The latest Florida Studio Theatre cabaret production tells the first chapter of rock 'n' roll.

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  • Reviews
Sugar, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, is being rehabilitated at Mote before being released on the east coast of Florida.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 11, 2017
Mote takes in New England sea turtles

Ten turtles from New England Aquarium arrived at Mote on Dec. 8 in banana boxes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Linzie Hamilton masters her speaking part.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 11, 2017
Freedom students ring in holiday spirit

Sing-a-long show adds Christmas cheer to Bradenton school.

  • East County
  • Schools
Seaward Development Vice President of Operations Anna Chesanek laughs as she puts on her gold hard hat for the groundbreaking.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 11, 2017
Seaward Development breaks ground on Palm Avenue property

Stakeholders held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of the 7 One One Palm development on Dec. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
President of FAWL Alexis Rosenberg, Co-Chairwoman Stephanie Murphy, Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger and Co-Chairwoman Tonya Pitts — Photo by Rod Millington
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 11, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 12.14.17

From an elegant garden wedding to a thoughtful Christmas party, there was plenty going on last week on the Sarasota social scene.

  • Black Tie
Guest conductor Larry Rachleff made his Masterworks debut Dec. 8. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • December 11, 2017
Sarasota Orchestra shines in Masterworks 2: Symphonic Carnival

Symphonic Carnival concert proves to be an evening of brilliant performances.

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Singer and actress Anne Morrison's "Seasons Greetings from us Druids and Other X-Mas Musings" is not your average holiday event.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • December 11, 2017
Merry Druid Christmas!

Annw Morrison’s “Seasons Greetings from Us Druids” offers a witty, literary alternative to standard holiday fare.

  • Arts + Culture
Keri Porter rides the parade on golf cart with her Lee Elzey.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 10, 2017
Santa rides into Heritage Harbour

Bradenton community celebrates holiday season.

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Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief Dezzi and Dee and Tom Harmer, incoming Longboat Key town manager.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 10, 2017
Country Club Shores toasts to the season

Residents of the five associations gathered Dec. 10 for their annual holiday party.

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    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • December 10, 2017
Critic's holiday film picks

A look at our favorite movies coming out this holiday season.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 10, 2017
Santa brings holiday cheer to Old Salty Dog

The Old Salty Dog hosted breakfast with Santa on Dec. 10 complete with a hot chocolate bar and carriage rides.

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  • Neighbors
Jack and Carole Shabe with Mary Leflar
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 10, 2017
University Park Women's Club holds Diamond and Crystal Ball

The organization held a fundraiser on Dec. 9 at the University Park Country Club that benefited the Just for Girls Elementary program.

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