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Cynthia Sayer plays the Glenridge Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Jan. 19.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 18, 2018
Banjoist Cynthia Sayer's fateful swap makes for a revolutionary career

Cynthia Sayer didn't set out to be an acclaimed banjo player — but her passion and her style make a recipe for success.

  • Arts + Culture
A Mote scientist points to tracks left by a recent sea turtle on a beach in Longboat Key.
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • June 2, 2014
Mote's Turtle Walks aim to educate community

Interested in learning about sea turtles and the life behind the tracks? Look no further than Mote Marine Laboratory's free Turtle Walks on Saturdays throughout June and July.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ann Alvis is the new instructor at the Longboat Key Bayfront Park Recreation Center. Photo courtesy of Brooks Peters
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • January 20, 2015
AEROBIC GRANDMA: New instructor headlines fitness class news

The annual schedule of fitness classes on Longboat Key reveals exciting new options alongside long-established favorites.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Consul General of France in Miami Clement Leclerc pins a medal on 106-year-old Gus Andreone.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2017
France honors 106-year-old Palm Aire man

Gus Andreone is known for his golf game, but today he was recognized for his service in WWII.

  • East County
  • News
Takehiro Hira in "Giri/Haji." Photo source: Netflix.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 24, 2020
Binge Blog: Everything we do is an echo

"Giri/Haji" and "Everybody Wants Some!!" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 11, 2013
Extra Innings to offer camps throughout the summer

Extra Innings will hold weekly indoor comprehensive baseball and softball clinics through Aug. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • August 15, 2018
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  • East County
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Zoe Speas, Brandyn Day, and Dan Faber perform in “Mack The Knife: The Bobby Darin Songbook.” Photo by Matthew Holler.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 17, 2017
The Short, Happy Life of Bobby Darin

Florida Studio Theatre cabaret revue revisits the legacy of Bobby Darin.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Amazing Grace Circus from Nyack, NY performed a group act for the showcase performance Thursday, Aug. 18 inside the PAL Sailor Circus Arena.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • August 18, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: 2011 AYCO Showcase Performance

Participants in the 2011 American Youth Circus Festival showed off their talents Thursday, Aug. 18 during one of the two showcase performances of the week at PAL Sailor Circus Arena. There are 300 participants from all over the country and range in age from 9 to 87. This year's 5-day AYCO Festival also includes 90 different workshops that cover a wide variety of circus talents.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jonathan Leatt finishes his victory in the 2018 Take Stock 5K, which he won in 18:28. Photo by Jay Heater.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 23, 2018
Lakewood Ranch 11-year-old doesn't kid around with running competition

Instead, he runs at a prolific pace.

  • East County
  • Sports
Photo courtesy Miami New Times
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 22, 2018
Robert Redford charms as a cunning criminal in 'The Old Man and the Gun'

The amazing chemistry between Redford and Sissy Spacek gives a tender side to this wildly entertaining crime story.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Oak Park School student Aaron Howell gives a high-five to The Oriole Bird during a special workout with the Orioles Friday.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • February 16, 2018
Orioles hit a home run with Oak Park School students

Former and current players played alongside students with special needs in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Hurst Capital was founded by “Tech Twins” Austin and Zach Hurst, who created their first successful business at the age of 11.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 20, 2012
Hurst Capital plans to bid on Hostess

The local company filed a letter of intent with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Heritage Harbour Golf Club and Eatery's Bryan Veith organized the new County Amateur Golf Championship, to be held in December.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 5, 2019
Local golf courses partner to host county championship event

Local golf courses Heritage Harbour and Legacy will partner to host a Manatee County championship event.

  • East County
  • Sports
Pat Neal said his Neal Communities is focusing on family home sales in Indigo more than ever before in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 5, 2019
Indigo and developer Pat Neal take a turn toward family homes in Lakewood Ranch

Indigo and developer Pat Neal take a turn toward family homes in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
Jeffrey Biegel couldn’t hear as a toddler, which he refers to as his “reverse Beethoven” phenomenon. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 9, 2018
Key Chorale's latest concert will feature acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Biegel

The symphonic chorus will perform Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War” with six soloists and Beethoven's "Choral Fantasy" with pianist Jeffrey Biegel.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • December 7, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sandy Claws 5k

Sarasota County Parks and recreation will host the 36th annual Sandy Claws 5k run on Siesta Public Beach Saturday, Dec. 7.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Peter Pan teaches Jane (Bea Kelly) how to fly. Photo by Renee McVety.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 1, 2016
Theater review: 'Peter Pan'

Venice Theatre experiences close encounters of the “Peter Pan” kind.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2016
County Commission — District 1: Fredd ‘Glossie’ Atkins

Atkins will face Mike Moran in the General Election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2018
Kids tackle fishing

Seminar draws great cast of volunteers to Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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