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The new Gompertz has 237 seats, plenty of accessibility seating and hearing loops. Photos by Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 28, 2012
FST celebrates the grand opening of the newly renovated Gompertz Theatre

The old bathrooms at Florida Studio Theatre's Gompertz Theatre instigated the multimillion dollar renovation and expansion

  • Arts + Culture
One of the owners of Sub Zero Ice Cream and Yogurt, Brad Lord, stands by a tank of 1,000 liters of liquid nitrogen.
    By
  • June LeBell
  • November 28, 2012
TiDBITES

Freeze! It's time for unique ice cream; Pop-up restaurant has staying power

  • Arts + Culture
1. Charming Abode. Photos courtesy of Coldwell Banker
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • November 28, 2012
3 Things: Museum Quality

For those who dream of living in a historic home, the area just south of the Ringling Museum is the place to look. Since its inception back in the 1920s, it has always been considered one of Sarasota's finest neighborhoods.

  • Arts + Culture
Before
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2012
Crafty Genes: Etched wine glasses

Join do-it-yourself editors Mallory and Leslie Gnaegy as they etch wine glasses.

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Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason presented a proclamation honoring Sally and Sam Shapiro. Photo by Molly Schechter.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 28, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

They've got skills!; "If you're worried about children, talk to my wife."

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  • Loren Mayo
  • November 28, 2012
Guest Fashion Editor: Ashley Lauren Gruters

She's the owner of SRQtees Events and Wedding Planning, a second-grade teacher, athlete and wife.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 28, 2012
Social Studies: Eduardo Anaya

Hometown: San Juan Del Rio Queretaro, Mexico

  • Arts + Culture
Braden River High’s Juan Morales looks to regain possession during the Pirates game vs. Clearwater in the Nike Thanksgiving High School Soccer Tournament Nov. 20.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Nike Thanksgiving High School Soccer Tournament

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High boys soccer teams hit the field for the annual Nike Thanksgiving High School Soccer Tournament Nov. 19-21, at the Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch. The Mustangs opened up the tournament with a 4-0 loss to East Lake before defeating Clearwater Central Catholic 3-0 and Tampa King 1-0. Braden River tied Countryside 0-0 before falling to Clearwater 1-0.

  • East County
  • Sports
Larry Olliff with his 1979 Malibu
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 27, 2012
Ed's Tavern Classic Car Show

The Ed's Tavern Classic Car Show kicked off Nov. 21 at Lakewood Ranch Main Street. Starting in November, on each third Wednesday of every month Ed's Tavern will feature a car show where enthusiasts display their rides. The Nov. 21 show featured a 1979 Malibu, 2008 Mustang GT and 1947 Teardrop Camper.

  • East County
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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 27, 2012
Nov. 27: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office asks for assistance; Whitney Beach ownership modified; District named grant finalist and Judge sets Midnight Pass trial date

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dario Fallas goes for a backhand shot Tuesday, Nov. 27, during the Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts

The Longboat Key Public Tennis Center began its Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the tennis center.

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Cardinal Mooney’s Abby Goecker, No. 2, and Sarasota Christian’s Danielle Buncik, No. 6, both go after the ball.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian v. Cardinal Mooney

Sarasota Christian and Cardinal Mooney's girls soccer played one another Monday, Nov. 26, at Sarasota Christian. The final score was Sarasota Christian 0, Cardinal Mooney 3.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 27, 2012
Downtown resident files noise complaint

The resident, who lives about Ivory Lounge on Main Street, said this was an ongoing problem.

  • Sarasota
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Darby Disalvo, 2, and her mother Courtney get ready to sing a song at storytime.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Toddler Storytime

The Selby Public Library held Toddler Storytime on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Youth Program Room for children to enjoy singing, dancing, and reading. Toddler Storytime is held every Tuesday and is recommended for children 18 months to 3 years old. 'The library is a form of socialization [for Henry] so we come here every week,' said Annie Schiller mother of 19 month - old Henry. 'His favorite part is the puppet show.'

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  • Neighbors
Whitney Beach Plaza will receive a complete renovation overhaul, according to its owners. A new roof could be start to be placed on the shopping center as early as next week.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 27, 2012
Whitney Beach ownership modified

A new corporation has been formed for partners involved with Whitney Beach Plaza and a $2 million renovation is expected to begin next week.

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