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"I don't think it's one of those things a parent will take a kid to and just sleep through," says Eli Schildkraut. "'How I Became a Pirate' is fun for everyone."
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 14, 2014
Backstage Pass: Sarasota teen to become next Sondheim

Eli Schildkraut, 15, is musical director for "How I Became a Pirate," which runs through May 25, at Venice Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
The cast of the musical "A Christmas Story" from the Players Theatre's current Broadway season.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 13, 2015
Players Theatre announces 2015-2016 season

Sarasota's resident community theater announced their 86th Broadway season featuring a vast array of musical and dramatic offerings.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 21, 2015
University Park showcases artists' work

University Park Country Club hosted the 15th annual Art in the Park art show and sale.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 7, 2014
FDOT expedites I-75 interchange project

The Florida Department of Transportation vows to start construction on improvements to I-75 and University Parkway in the next few years if Manatee and Sarasota Counties commit to fortifying the surrounding road network.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid learned the virtue of preparedness in his days as an Eagle Scout.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 24, 2012
County prepares for 2012 hurricane season

In a year when forecasters are predicting fewer hurricanes in the Atlantic than 2011, Sarasota County officials don't want residents to let their guard down this season.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 30, 2009
Islander groin construction to begin next week

The town will begin construction on two groins behind The Islander Club, 2295 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Monday, Nov. 2. Punta Gorda-based Marine Contracting Group Inc. will perform the work for $899,898.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo.  Puppies from  Acadiana Animal Aid in Louisiana have been transferred to the Humane Society of Sarasota County.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 30, 2016
Humane Society takes in dogs from Louisiana floods

A total of 30 dogs have been taken in by the Humane Society of Sarasota County to help shelter partners in Louisiana cope with the floods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Artspace has developed one project in Florida to date, the Sailboat Bend lofts in Ft. Lauderdale.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 1, 2014
Artspace proposal gains momentum

A firm specializing in affordable live/work artist housing has targeted five properties on the North Trail as suitable sites for such a development. A market study is the proposal's next hurdle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nancy and Thomas Kramlick and Edie and Karl Bender have lived on their cul-de-sac for 20 years. They and two other couples — the Barkers and the Johnsons — are nicknamed the Over the Hill Gang.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • October 23, 2013
Rosedale: 20 Years Strong

Rosedale Golf & Country Club community opened 20 years ago; its original homeowners commend its steady character as it continues to grow.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 9, 2014
Barr Dunn gets 100% for 50/50

Edith Barr Dunn presented the Kiwanis Club with a $3,680 check from her final 50/50 raffle at the Dec. 6 Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party.

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  • Neighbors
The polo match will start at 1 p.m. during the Ponies for Pups fundraiser.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 22, 2018
Calendar — spring 2018

All the fun that's to be had in and around Lakewood Ranch

  • LWR Life
Two pygmy killer whales were brought to Mote on Aug. 30. Photo courtesy of  Conor Goulding / Mote Marine Laboratory
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 31, 2018
Two pygmy killer whales undergoing treatment at Mote

Currently, the whales have shown no behavioral signs of exposure to red tide neurotoxins, which has been in the area since late July.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 24, 2017
Cops Corner: Neighbor suspected to have smashed window, handicapped parking sign

A round up of this week's most interesting police reports from Manatee County.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 7, 2010
New bingo club a perfect match for Ranch gamers

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club resident Chuck Nathan recently launched the community's newest club.

  • East County
  • News
Arnold Berns has a deep appreciation for Sarasota history. The former president of the Historical Society of Sarasota County, he was instrumental in helping create the county's ordinance for historical preservation.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 27, 2016
Studio 41: The world in pictures

With his North Trail gallery, Arnold Berns combines his love for history, architecture and photography.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2018
Charter Review Board, District 1: Krista Lohr

Questions and answers with the candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo by Sage Art Photo and Video
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • July 9, 2014
Just Married: John Simon and Mary Anne Servian

Mary Anne Servian and John Simon were married May 10, at Church of the Redeemer.

  • Arts + Culture
Get the full results for the 2012 Primary Election in Sarasota County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2012
2012 Primary Election: Sarasota County results

All 98 precincts in Sarasota County have reported complete results for the 2012 Primary Election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Get the full results for the 2012 Primary Election in Manatee County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2012
2012 Primary Election: Manatee County results

All 113 precincts in Manatee County have reported complete results for the 2012 Primary Election.

  • East County
  • News
Midfielder Shane Hill and his teammates conducted an hour-long training session. Photos by Jen Blanco.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 14, 2012
Rage players learn from pros

Braden River Soccer Club players enjoyed a special training demonstration and autograph session with the Tampa Bay Rowdies during its night practice March 6.

  • East County
  • Sports
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