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  • Observer Staff
  • February 9, 2011
Wallendas fly high at Tabernacle

Circus legend Tino Wallenda and his family members mesmerized onlookers with their tight-rope talents Feb. 6 at The Tabernacle.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sondra Lee Thompson moved to Mote Ranch just 10 months ago to be closer to family.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 9, 2011
Family, friends remember Sondra Lee Thompson

Mote Ranch resident Sondra Lee Thompson, 66, died Jan. 30 while riding her bicycle near her home after being struck by a passing vehicle.

  • East County
  • News
"I'm completely devoted to it," Caiti Ward says of Irish dancing. "I'd never give it up for any other dance."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • February 9, 2011
Irish spring

The effervescent Caiti Ward has spent most of her life in Irish dance dresses, curly wigs and tights. The lead bad-girl of 'Rhythm in the Night' proves she's anything but unruly.

  • Arts + Culture
Dick Vitale is donating the proceeds from his book, which retails for $14.95, toward pediatric cancer research.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 9, 2011
Vitale pens first children's book

If "A" is for "Awesome" and "B" is for "Baby," then legendary ESPN basketball commentator Dick Vitale has just made a slam dunk for children's literature -- and for pediatric cancer research.

  • East County
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"I like variety," April Soroko says. "I get bored really easily if I stick to a steady diet of one genre." Soroko also designed the set and costumes for FST's "The 39 Steps" and "Beehive, The '60s Musical."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • February 9, 2011
Scenic drive

The multi-tasking April Soroko explains how she pulled double duty for FST's gritty legal drama, 'Race.'

  • Arts + Culture
"People don't often get the chance to hear a classical baritone sax," William Barbanera says of his favorite worn-in woodwind.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • February 9, 2011
Concert band sets the stage for romance

The Sarasota Concert Band celebrates Valentine's Day the only way it knows how: by providing mood music for lovers.

  • Arts + Culture
Dan Murray has been playing soccer since he was 4 years old.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 9, 2011
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Dan Murray

Lakewood Ranch senior goalkeeper Dan Murray blocked four consecutive penalty kicks, propelling the Mustangs to a 3-2 (2-1, PK) victory over Tampa Jesuit in a Class 4A-Region 3 quarterfinal match Feb. 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
Blanch: Orange peel ready to blanch
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • February 9, 2011
Handy, dandy citrus candy

Food editor Molly Schechter shares her family recipe for candied citrus peel.

  • Arts + Culture
Octavio Martin performs in "The Rake's Progress."
    By
  • Anna Dearing
  • February 9, 2011
Dance Review: 'Les Rendezvous,' 'The Rake's Progress' and 'The Grand Tour'

The Sarasota Ballet's most recent performance was 'A Right Royal Affair.'

  • Arts + Culture
Ruth Sheen and Jim Broadbent star in "Another Year."
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • February 9, 2011
Film Review: 'Another Year'

In his new film, "Another Year," director/writer Mike Leigh assembles a stunning cast of characters that will wheedle their way into your heart.

  • Arts + Culture
Barbara Corcoran featured the home at 5511 Country Lakes Trail on her segment, "Home Under $300,000."
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 9, 2011
Business Observer 02.10.11

A home for sale in Palm-Aire Golf and Country Club made national news last week when it appeared on "The Today Show."

  • East County
  • News
This home in the Country Club of Lakewood Ranch features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a pool and 4,207 square feet.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 9, 2011
Ranch Country Club home sells for $1M

Roger Hauger Jr. and Cathy Convery-Hauger, Lakewood Ranch, sold their home at 7520 Greystone St. to Lawrence and Denise Altman, Bradenton, for $1 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Sarasota Opera will perform "La boheme."
    By
  • June LeBell
  • February 9, 2011
Music Review: Sarasota Opera: La boheme

Sarasota Opera's production of 'La boheme' stands the test of time and should be revisited often.

  • Arts + Culture
Element Au Chairman Debbie Seitl and Wayne Seitl
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 8, 2011
Element Au Sponsor and Patron Party

Element Au Sponsor and Patron Party

  • Black Tie
Co-Chairwomen Cynthia Wright and Lois Stulberg
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 8, 2011
Lion of Judah Luncheon

Lion of Judah Luncheon

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