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  • July 7, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Christian Lowe

The Observer spotlights Braden River Little League slugger Christian Lowe.

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  • July 7, 2010
SPORTS BRIEFS 07.08.10

The FC Sarasota U17 boys team was recently crowned the champion of the Disney Summer Showcase Tournament June 18-20 in Orlando.

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  • July 7, 2010
Film Review: 'Solitary Man'

Some actors are just better at playing bad, and Michael Douglas is the best.

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  • July 7, 2010
Old-school artist

In an increasingly abstract world, Sarasota artist Charles Miano loyally upholds the methods and disciplines of the old masters.

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  • July 7, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: State of the Arts Gallery

'We are proud our gathering of artists is comprised entirely of local artists,' says gallery co-owner David Steiner.

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  • July 7, 2010
Michel spills 'family secrets' in FST show

Sarasota actress Carolyn Michel explains how one woman can fill so many shoes on stage.

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  • July 7, 2010
Prop scavenger

Banyan's property mistress is a shopper, sewer, craftswoman and, occasionally, an actress.

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  • July 6, 2010
Community Golf Scores 06.17.10 to 06.29.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

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  • July 6, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty (WITH VIDEO)

After 28 years, Melody Murray has changed the name of her spa boutique to Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty and relocated to South Osprey Avenue.

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  • July 6, 2010
Charles Miano gives us a tour of The Southern Atelier (VIDEO)

Charles Miano, the founder of The Southern Atelier and this week's A&E cover profile, walks us through his North Sarasota art studio and school.

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  • Loren Mayo
  • July 6, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Citrus Cafe

Citrus Cafe owner and Executive Chef Mike McCormick shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

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  • July 4, 2010
4th of July Celebration

4th of July Celebration

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  • July 3, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Little Bookworms July 4 Party

Little Bookworms will host a family friendly event beginning at 2 p.m., tomorrow, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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  • Loren Mayo
  • July 2, 2010
Fireworks boom over the bay (WITH VIDEO)

Mar Vista kicked off this Fourth of July weekend with its second annual "Boom-Boom on the Bay." The BeachHouse will hold its fireworks extravaganza July 3, followed by The Sandbar Restaurant July 4.

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  • July 2, 2010
County office to close for July 4 holiday

Trash and recycling pickup will be one day later than usual all next week.

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