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Whiskey aficionados discuss at the Whiskey Obsession Festival 2016 Panel of Whiskey Experts event. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 8, 2019
Whiskey Obsession Festival 2019 set to put visitors in high spirits

The seventh annual event offers sips of world-class whiskey with a chaser of education.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Iconic Florida photographer Clyde Butcher poses with Selby Gardens President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki at the entrance to the "Nature Through the Lens" exhibition at Spanish Point.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • December 13, 2023
Historic Spanish Point hosts Clyde Butcher retrospective

Florida photographer Clyde Butcher's iconic works dot the trails of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens's Osprey preserve.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Tyler Whitson |
  • May 21, 2012
WSLR makes big changes, hints at support for new stations

WSLR makes big changes, hints at support for new stations

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Renée James Gilmore and Helen James visit the Betty J. Johnson Public Library in honor of Juneteenth, June 19, with Dr. Edward James II's library cards.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 13, 2023
Family of local activist recalls how he desegregated Sarasota's library

Edward James II refused to back down, fighting for his and others' right to access all Sarasota County libraries.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The higher profile of Siesta Key Beach has made it more attractive to tourists like Balaji Katari, Mahesh Ellenty and Ashish Gupta. But Siesta Key residents say the top rankings have come with some negative side effects.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
Do Siesta Beach’s accolades come at a cost?

Siesta Key Beach is No. 1 — again. All the praise might be good for tourism, but some residents aren’t basking in the attention.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 28, 2018
Lido Key resident keeps local bee population buzzin'

Beekeeper Tom Mawn works on six local apiaries, which help relocate bees to yards around the region where they’re wanted.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Mega World 5.4" by Josh Simpson will be on display from Nov. 18 through June 29, at The Ringling.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 6, 2013
Glass Half Full

The emphasis on contemporary art led Philip and Nancy Kotler to donate their collection as the first contemporary studio glass in The Ringling museum's collection.

  • Arts + Culture
Every day is a Chamber of Commerce Day
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • October 25, 2023
Every day is a Chamber of Commerce Day

Much more than networking and mixers, the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is making an economic impact on our community by focusing on key issues, such as affordable housing and workforce development.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
ODA's Desmond Lindsay signed a $1.1 million contract with the New York Mets June 19.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 22, 2015
ODA slugger signs with Mets

Despite a hamstring injury, Desmond Lindsay reported to Port St. Lucie June 22 to begin training with the Mets.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 8, 2009
Bulletin Board

East County communities share announcements and events.

  • East County
  • News
About 100 cyclists will travel a roughly 100-mile stretch of Highway 101 along the coastline of Oregon, from Seaside south to Pacific City, while Tammy Kovar will complete a 585-mile ride.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 1, 2012
Ranch arborist will cycle to raise urban forest funds

While raising funds for tree research, Tammy Kovar will fulfill a dream to cycle along a section of Highway 101 in Oregon.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's roadwork updates.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 17, 2011
Roadwork updates for week of Oct.16

Construction and maintenance projects continue on Interstate 75, U.S. 301, U.S. 41, state Route 789, state Route 758, state Route 72 and state Route 681.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Producer Laura Daniel Gale, aka Lady LaLa; original dame Mariel Purdon, aka Mademoiselle Rowdy Pants; Boylesque performer David Charlton, aka Top Hat Dave; and founding dame Virginia Hughes, aka Miss Petite Coquette. File photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 19, 2012
Scene & Heard

Get 'em while they're hot; Eviction may have been a drag, but have no fear; Young boy enjoys first museum visit; We've got talent, yes we do

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2012
News Briefs

Domestic-partner ordinance up for vote; Natural environment tops resident survey; Sarasota Memorial earns national honor

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ben Vereen brings his one-man act to Venice Theatre. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 28, 2013
Q&A: One-man act and Broadway star Ben Vereen

'Steppin' Out Live with Ben Vereen' comes to Venice Theatre Feb. 8 and 9. Check out our Q&A with this hall of fame theater performer.

  • Arts + Culture
Tidewell Hospice Music Therapist Michael Russo plays outside a patient’s window at Brookdale of Punta Gorda. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 13, 2020
New challenges for end-of-life care in Sarasota, Manatee

Tidewell Hospice adapts with less hands-on support allowed during COVID-19 pandemic.

  • East County
  • News
Sandi Dietrich and Kiley Eastman Riccardi of Michael Saunders & Company at last year's expo.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 12, 2018
East Meets West celebrates 10th year

The annual networking event put on by the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce and the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance will take place on Sept. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Renee Ryckman, Taura Agar and Angela Scroggins at last year's expo.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 14, 2017
East Meets West brings business together

The annual business expo has been postponed due to Hurricane Irma.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • February 20, 2017
Ringling College Library Association presents Jared Cohen

He's visited over 100 countries and advised not one, but two Secretaries of State. Now, as the president of the think tank Jigsaw Cohen weighs in on technology's role in international politics.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rosendo Romero, Jorge Núñez, Oscar Rodriguez Lasseria and Pepe Nieto. Photos by Amanda Morales
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • November 5, 2014
Locals host Cuban artists for cultural exchange

The table was set for an early Thanksgiving dinner. As the guests arrived last Wednesday to the Longboat Key home of Amy and Michael Drake, the aroma of a feast greeted them.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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