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Syd Solomon painted “Coastalplane” in 1972. ©Estate of Syd Solomon
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 6, 2018
New Syd Solomon exhibit keeps the artist's legacy of creativity alive

The late abstract expressionist Syd Solomon lives on in the first solo exhibit of his work at Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 6, 2018
Observer Challenge Tennis Tournament swings into play

The tournament kicked off the morning of Jan. 5 and continues until Jan. 7.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 6, 2018
Sarasota Orchid Society blooms annual show

"For the Love of Orchids" is the 61st annual orchid show hosted by the Sarasota Orchid Society.

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Cristina Peterson performs various songs during the concert, including “O Holy Night” and “Dream a Dream.”
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 6, 2018
All Angels hosts Epiphany celebration

Church members gathered Jan. 5 for an Epiphany concert and dinner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 5, 2018
Cold weather can't chill Music on Main

Hearty patrons enjoy Music on Main despite cold weather.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Kebero New York top will be available at Clever Rose, $255.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 5, 2018
Local fashions go bold

Here’s how to make a fashion statement in 2018.

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Among his many contributions to Sarasota, Gil Waters was an outspoken advocate for the once-contentious construction of the John Ringling Causeway bridge.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 5, 2018
Gil Waters, Ringling Bridge advocate and community leader, dies at 90

A forceful advocate for progress in the public and private realm, Gil Waters shared his vision with Sarasota in a variety of capacities.

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This traveling show will perform in eight states in the U.S. and two Canadian provinces. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • January 5, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra boogies into first pops concert of the year

The Doo Wop Project will accompany the Sarasota Orchestra for its first pops concert of the year.

  • Arts + Culture
Sean O’Neil, Gary Kurnov, Sarah Cartwright, Alex Floethe and Juan Jaramillo attend the Da Capo Society Fall Kick Off on Oct. 26 at the Sarasota Opera House. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 5, 2018
Sarasota Opera gets hip with the kids

The opera is trying to reach a younger audience, which could help the art form thrive for many years to come.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 5, 2018
A warm welcome

From chilly North Dakota to sunny Sarasota, I'm here to stay.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 5, 2018
Orioles spring training tickets on sale soon

Major League Baseball returns to Sarasota this February.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 5, 2018
Sarasota weather page photo: Jan. 4

Nancy Dobias photographed this alligator cooling off by opening its mouth at Myakka River State Park.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 5, 2018
East County weather page photo: Jan. 4

Linda Lehman photographed this “moonset” mirrored on Lake Uihlein from Moorings Point Circle looking toward Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 5, 2018
Longboat Key weather page photo: Jan. 4

Alice Lehr photographed a great blue heron and a snowy egret fishing together at The Players Club on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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Lakewood Ranch continues to grow rapidly. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 5, 2018
Lakewood Ranch ranks No. 3 nationally in home sales for master-planned communities

Sarasota County's West Villages development came in fifth place.

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