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  • February 27, 2013
Crafty Genes: Refurbished Dresser

Learn how to refurbish a dresser in this week's Crafty Genes.

  • Arts + Culture
Nina Hoss as the title character in "Barbara." Courtesy.
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  • Pam Nadon
  • February 27, 2013
Film Review: 'Barbara'

The new film, "Barbara," delves into life behind the Iron Curtain and the perverse paranoia that permeated a society.

  • Arts + Culture
The Vienna Boys Choir recently performed in Sarasota.
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  • June LeBell
  • February 27, 2013
Music Review: The Vienna Boys Choir

The Great Performer Series, formerly known as the Sarasota Concert Association, presented the Vienna Boys Choir recently at the Van Wezel, and the evening showed us how when art becomes frozen in time, standards and quality can slip.

  • Arts + Culture
Kim Kollar as Dolly Levi in "Hello, Dolly!" Courtesy.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • February 27, 2013
Theater Review: 'Hello Dolly'

The sold-out crowd at Venice Theatre's tribute to this venerable musical loved every minute of the enjoyably glitzy, colorful production.

  • Arts + Culture
Lucy Lavely and Tori Grace Hines in FSU/Asolo Conservatory's production of "Stop Kiss." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • February 27, 2013
Theater Review: 'Stop Kiss'

FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training is having a great year, and its current production may be its crowning glory.

  • Arts + Culture
380 Bunker Hill, Osprey
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  • Robert Plunket
  • February 27, 2013
3 Things: What $1 Million Buys in Sarasota

One million dollars is a pretty impressive price point, even in the rarefied world of Sarasota real estate. For that kind of money, expect to find something special. Size does matter, but not as much as style, luxury and a premium location. Here's a selection of homes priced at or near the $1 million mark. Each residence exemplifies the options currently available for affluent buyers.

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    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • February 27, 2013
Savor the spices of Peru

Take a peek at local Peruvian cuisine and inspire your tastebuds.

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Clasico
    By
  • June LeBell
  • February 27, 2013
Tidbites: New Faces Downtown

Made Makes a Splash; Clasico is a New Classic; Eat At Home With Elegant Fare and Little Fuss; Looking Back at the Sixth Annual Forks & Corks

  • Arts + Culture
Chairs Jackie and Vance Dickinson and Donna Simmons. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 27, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

'Pinot, Porsche & Piemonte'; Big thanks from a big guy; Dick Vitale event; A room full of caring hearts; and Tidbits

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  • By Popcorn Bob
  • February 27, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's movie reviews by Popcorn Bob.

  • Arts + Culture
Good Graeff is a Sarasota band started by twins Brooke and Brittany Graeff.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 27, 2013
Good Graeff launches Kickstarter campaign

Local band, Good Graeff launches Kickstarter campaign to fund summer tour.

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Sarasota Commissioners deny Ringling Walmart
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 27, 2013
Feb. 27: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota Commissioners deny Ringling Walmart; $39,000 in jewelry stolen from Manatee County home; MW Group claims renovation is not feasible; New Lakewood Ranch triathlon club a community builder

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Unit 802 at 1301 Tamiami Trail has two bedrooms, two baths, one half-bath and 1,832 square feet of living area. It sold for $685,000. Photo by Yaryna Klimchak.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 27, 2013
Beau Ciel condominium sells for $1,187,500

A condominium in Beau Ciel tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Stanley and Mary Antrim, trustees, of Osprey, sold the Unit 903 condominium at 990 Blvd. of the Arts to Richard Cameron, of Sarasota, for $1,187,500.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Penny Auch and Millie Citti
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • February 27, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels Fashion Show

The ladies of All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church held a fashion show to benefit several local charities Wednesday, Feb. 27, at the Sarasota Yacht Club.

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Samantha Bisceglia submitted this photo of sunrise on Siesta Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 27, 2013
Weather Photo: GOLDEN GLOW

Samantha Bisceglia submitted this photo of sunrise on Siesta Key.

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