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LASTING LEGACY Longboat Island Chapel honors the late Rev. Jim Marsh.

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new construction

by Robin Hartill | News Editor

Developer plans nine-home community Developer Shawn Kaleta has already sold five of nine homes that will be built on the last developable piece of Gulf-front property.

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+ Buffett’s Super Bowl bet: Broncos Will the Denver Broncos or Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVII Sunday?

If you’re making a bet, the smart money’s on the Broncos. That’s because Mote Marine Aquarium resident manatee Buffett placed his bet by swimming to a target with the Broncos’ logo Friday. Buffett has picked the winner correctly for six consecutive years.

His half-brother, Hugh, disagreed and swam to the Seahawks’ target. Although he doesn’t have a perfect scorecard, his record is still pretty good: Hugh has picked the correct Super Bowl team the last four out of six years.

Holmes Beach developer Shawn Kaleta plans to build a gated subdivision with nine single-family homes on an undeveloped 3.48-acre Gulf-front property.

Kaleta closed on the purchase of the parcel at 5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive, located between Positano on the south and Club Longboat on the north, last week

for $6.4 million from K. Judson “Jud” Boedecker III, as trustee of the Cary Jay Morrison Trust, according to Manatee County property records. Boedecker is a partner in Southwest Florida Homes Inc. Gabe Buky, of the Buky Team at Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate’s Longboat Key office, was the sales agent.

Earlier this month, Kaleta submitted pre-application materials to the Longboat Key Planning, Zoning and Building Department to construct a ninehome community that’s named Bonaire, after the Dutch West Indies island of Bonaire.

SEE BONAIRE / PAGE 2A

Rendering courtesy of Brian Phipps

Home designer Brian Phipps describes the look of the planned residences as ‘a light, bright coastal British West Indies look.’

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+ Get ready for food, fashion … and prizes Have you gotten your tickets yet for the Longboat Key Garden Club’s Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show? If not, act quickly.

This year’s event offers more than food, fashion and philanthropy.

The event is now up to five raffle prizes: baskets from The Peanut Shop and KK’s Artique and Anna Maria Olive Oil Co., plus gift certificates from Pattigeorge’s and Ciao Italia Casual Italian. Main Street Traders is providing the fashions.

The event begins at 5 p.m.

Feb. 5 at the Longboat Key Club’s Harbourside Dining Room.

Tickets are $50 and available at Design 2000, Exit Art’s Chart House and Centre Shops locations, Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Traders and at the Harbourside Dining Room the night of the event.

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The Rev. Bruce Porter smiles at his wife, Ginny, at his retirement party Friday at Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian.

The congregation gathered to celebrate his service and spiritual guidance. To see more photos from the event, see page 2B.

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LEGAL DECISION LINGERS by Kurt Schultheis | Managing Editor

Colony ruling delayed again until February Attorneys in the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort bankruptcy case continue to debate whether a settlement agreement is legal and if it can be approved next month.

Those expecting U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May to rule on a proposed Colony Beach & Tennis Resort left his Tampa courtroom Monday disappointed — again.

May stated in December he would make a decision on Colony matters at Monday’s hear-

ing, but as soon as the hearing started he said he would not be making a ruling.

“I want to bring this in for a landing in the next 10 to 15 days,” May said. “I will make a ruling on Feb. 10.”

May used the hearing to ask if there were any new develop-

ments in the case.

Although there were a few procedural matters disclosed, attorneys used the morning session to make their cases yet again for why a proposed Colony settlement should or should not be approved.

That settlement gives $3 mil-

lion to longtime Colony owner Dr. Murray “Murf” Klauber and gives $2.3 million to a U.S. bankruptcy Chapter 7 trustee to pay creditors.

An amendment to the settle-

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Cops Corner....... 12A Crossword.......... 12B

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Colony Lender will either receive fairmarket cash value for its assets within a year of the settlement closing or receive the deed to 2.3 acres of land in the middle of the shuttered resort.

Colony Lender LLC Attorney Michael Assaf, though, again told May the settlement “is fundamentally illegal.” Assaf said the settlement still needs signatures, has not been submitted to the court and does not offer Colony Lender any money or protect its collateral. Assaf also noted May has not set a value for Colony Lender’s collateral.

“It’s not the standard for you to approve a pillow with half of the stuffing out of it and half of it inside the pillow,” Assaf said.

The back-and-forth banter among both lawyers began to irk May. “Issues keep blossoming out,” May said, “and it implies more proceedings.”

Assaf told May to realize he’s “the gatekeeper” and must protect his client.

“All the association is trying to do is buy time, which allows Colony Lender to wait longer and get less for its collateral as the buildings on the site deteriorate,” Assaf

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ment reveals that Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owner and developer Andy Adams and his entities have agreed to resolve issues with the proposed settlement. That agreement also calls for giving $400,000 to creditors, $75,000 to Carolyn Field through the Field Trust and $25,000 to Adams through Breakpointe LLC. Settlement money would come from unit owner assessments.

The settlement also absolves the association from a $25 million judgment for damages Klauber won in a bankruptcy appeals court last year.

But the settlement leaves out Colony Lender LLC, the largest affected creditor in the bankruptcy case.

Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association Attorney Jeff Warren said Adams was still reviewing the settlement, which he has yet to sign.

Warren told May if Adams approves the settlement, “other issues will resolve themselves.”

Warren has urged May to consider that

struction is the builder for the Triton Bend project, currently under construction, and the three-home Enclave project that will soon break ground in the old Poseidon location mid-Key. Residences at Bonaire will range from 2,800 square feet to 5,000 square feet and include private swimming pools, driveways and garages. Three of the homes will be located directly on the Gulf, although each home will have Gulf views and access.

According to Senior Town Planner Steve Schield, the project meets zoning and density requirements. The project will go through an administrative review but will not require review by the Longboat Key Town Commission or Planning and Zoning Board because it has fewer than 10 units.

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Brian Phipps, president of the Sarasota-based A. Phipps Design, will design the homes.

“It’s the one final pristine property on the Gulf on Longboat Key that is large enough to do a gorgeous architectural concept,” Phipps said.

Kaleta and his Holmes Beach-based company, Beach to Bay Construction, are best known on Anna Maria Island, where he estimates they’ve sold “in excess of 100 units.”

But Bonaire will differ from many of Kaleta’s past projects.

“This will be more of a custom-home focus, versus vacation rentals,” he said, noting that all five of the buyers will use the homes as primary or secondary residences.

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“We’d like to break ground some time in the next few months,” said Kaleta, who estimates construction will last two-and-a-half years.

Already, Kaleta has sold five homes in the community that have not yet been recorded on the Manatee County Clerk’s Office website. Properties are priced starting at $1.25 million for vacant parcels, or between $3 million and $7 million for completed homes.

“What makes it special is that it’s the last developable piece of Gulf-front land on Longboat Key,” Kaleta said.

“There’s a niche of buyers who want what’s not a traditional condo, but it has the benefits of a well-manicured community.”

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said.

In the meantime, Assaf explained that the town has asked for a hearing to review the buildings and decide whether some of them need to be demolished. That hearing will be held March 4; a public notice for the hearing was issued this week.

“Rome is burning and we have to put out the fire,” said Assaf, who suggested the judge throw out the case.

Said May: “I don’t have to throw it out.

I could convert it (to a Chapter 7 liquidation) and let a trustee sell it all.”

When it was Warren’s turn to respond to Assaf, he urged May to concentrate on approving the settlement.

“We are on a path to being successful, and only one party is standing in the way of that,” Warren said. “Just decide if the settlement is legal and can be confirmed and we can move forward.”

May told those in attendance that “Assaf has done a masterful job pointing out every single flaw and detail” with the settlement and other matters.

“My job is to pick out what’s meaningful and what is just noise,” May said.

Assaf urged May to consider that none of his arguments was noise, explaining the association has let the Colony buildings deteriorate “and now seeks to benefit from that by trying to get the property for a third of what the value of the loans are.”

“They want to buy this on the cheap to build a new resort,” Assaf said. “We just want to be treated fairly and have gotten offers in the past that are significantly higher than the appraised value of this property.”

Assaf also disputed Warren’s claim that Colony Lender can sell its interest at any time if it is unhappy with how the case is proceeding.

“We can’t sell our interest and, frankly, that’s absurd to suggest we can,” Assaf said. “Whomever buys this simply takes my place here at the podium and nothing more.”

May finished the hearing without further responding to the attorneys’ arguments.

“I’m going to make a ruling on Feb. 10,” May said. “I need an opportunity to react to all of this.”

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shoreline scenarios

by Robin Hartill | News Editor

Consultant outlines beach options The town will need approximately 980,000 cubic yards of sand to restore its beach in 2015 and provide eight years of advance nourishment. The Longboat Key Town Commission heard five scenarios for a project that needs sand in four locations (see sidebar) at its Jan. 21 workshop, all of which assume that sand-holding groins will eventually be built on the north end.

Town Manager Dave Bullock will continue to work with Olsen Associates to determine how the town will proceed.

Olsen Associates Inc. outlined five scenarios for the town’s beach plan that range from $16 million to $39 million.

SCENARIO A

SCENARIO B Longboat Pass for north end, Hopper dredge for other segments

The town’s traditional approach to beach nourishment involves using a Hopper dredge for sand placement.

Estimated cost: $25 million to $31 million

Hopper dredge

The town could hold off on placing sand at the northernmost tip of the Key and use a Hopper dredge to place sand at the other three segments and later use sand from Longboat Pass for the north end.

“It allows you to build the rest of the project and not have to worry about what’s going on at the north end with the construction of the structures up there,” Bodge said.

Dredging from Longboat Pass is not yet permitted.

SCENARIO C Longboat Pass, New Pass and truck haul

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Estimated cost: $26 million to $32 million The town could use a Hopper dredge to take sand from its already identified nearshore and offshore sources in what Kevin Bodge, senior vice president of Olsen Associates Inc., described as “the traditional path that’s been done in the past.”

“This completes all of the four areas (where the island needs sand) in one effort, but it brings to mind this concern we have about sand quality,” Bodge said.

The sand’s color is desirable, but its size could cause it to erode at a faster pace than the town would prefer.

Permits are currently in place for most of the project. Still, Bodge said he would not recommend proceeding immediately.

“You could do this project tomorrow but, no, really you can’t. It wouldn’t make sense to place sand up on the north end until you have your structures in place unless you want the sand to wash away like crazy.”

Bodge said he would not recommend bidding this project immediately, either.

“The dredge industry is overbooked, and prices are through the roof,” he said.

The project requires the Hopper dredge to place sand in small, isolated areas that can be difficult to reach, which drives up costs.

SCENARIO D

SAND VOLUME REQUIREMENTS (IN CUBIC YARDS)

Estimated cost: $16 million to $21 million

Longboat Pass and truck haul Estimated cost: $25 million to $30 million

North end............................ 125,000

The town could construct both the north-end and Gulfside Road segments using sand from Longboat Pass. Sand for the south end could come from a new source at New Pass that the town could develop in conjunction with Lido Key, while bringing in sand for the central Key from a high-quality source in Central Florida.

“This maximizes your flexibility,” Bodge said. “You’re using different approaches from different sources in order to best suit your erosion needs in each of your four areas.”

The town would have to obtain permits to dredge from both New Pass and Longboat Pass.

This scenario would build the two northend segments using dredged sand from Longboat Pass and bring in sand from local sources for the remaining two sites by truck.

An advantage of trucking: Unlike dredging, it doesn’t have major mobilization costs.

“If you take your quantity in half, the price pretty much goes down by half,” Bodge said.

6633 GMD to Gulfside Road...................... 350,000 4795 GMD to Islander Club/Villa de Lancia, 2200 block of GMD............ 205,000 South end at New Pass....... 300,000 Total.................................... 980,000

SCENARIO E Take all sand from distant offshore sites Estimated cost: $33 million to $39 million The most expensive option would bring the highest quality offshore sand from distant sources using a pipeline.

This project is not currently permitted and is approximately 22% to 27% higher than the traditional Hopper dredge scenario. None of the potential sand sources has been developed or permitted.

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NEWSBRIEFS + Mote exhibit highlights extremes of survival A new exhibit at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium will showcase what it takes to survive as a marine animal or amphibian in today’s world.

“Survivors: Beautiful and Extreme Adaptations” will open Feb. 1.

The exhibit will feature the peacock mantis shrimp, which packs a “punch” with its appendages that’s as powerful as a .22-caliber bullet; the blue-ringed octopus, which has some of the strongest venom on Earth; the Vietnamese mossy frog, which is a master of camouflage; and many other survivors.

The exhibit is the third limited-time exhibit at Mote, following “Penguin Island” and “Sea Lions: On the Water’s Edge.”

The exhibit will run through Sept. 14.

Admission is free with paid admission to Mote.

“Survivors will be the most diverse, colorful and exotic exhibit we’ve ever hosted — we’ll be featuring animals native to many different ocean basins around the world and demonstrating why nature has a place for all of them, including the most dangerous ones,” said Dan Bebak, vice president of Mote’s aquarium, in a prepared statement.

The exhibit will also provide information about how humans can stay out of the “most dangerous” category by helping ecosystems remain in balance.

+ Community health fair scheduled for Bayfront Park The Longboat Key Community Health Fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Jan. 29, at Bayfront Park Recreation Center, 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive. The fair will offer blood pressure check, diabetes-glucose screening, HIV testing, body mass index screening, help locating ongoing medical care and tips for staying healthy.

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All meetings take place at Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road, unless otherwise noted.

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possible upgrades

by Kurt Schultheis | Managing Editor

ULI group targets Bayfront Park County money could be available to improve the park, including funding for a community center building.

A subcommittee tasked with reviewing Urban Land Institute recommendations has struggled since its inception in November with its purpose and how to help implement ULI suggestions.

But at the group’s Jan. 24 meeting at Longboat Key Town Hall, Planning, Zoning and Building Director Alaina Ray told the committee members, “Now I think we’re getting somewhere.”

At the meeting, the subcommittee agreed to concentrate on Gulf of Mexico Drive and Bayfront Park upgrades and make recommendations to the Town Commission about those topics.

Ray announced that town staff discovered a Sarasota County ordinance, adopted last year, that deals with funding for the development of properties purchased through its neighborhood parks program.

The funding, which is up to a quarter of a mill of Sarasota County-wide assessments, can include money for everything from park amenities to a new recreation center building.

“Sarasota County purchased a Bayfront Park parcel and is eligible for that funding,” Ray said. “It covers and pays for planning, design, site preparation, recreational amenities and just about everything we would want to do out there.”

Town Manager Dave Bullock will meet with Sarasota County staff soon to discuss potential funding for Bayfront Park through the county program and will bring past plans for the park that the county’s parks and recreation staff designed.

The town also has other infrastructure surtax funds available to use for park enhancements.

Another public charette will be held to ensure the public still approves of certain

PARK PLANS In 2010, Longboat Key residents came up with the following recommendations for what they want to see at Bayfront Park: • A new 15,000-square-foot community center building • Multi-use sports court • Tennis courts • Separate restroom facility • Dock and boatlift • Kayak pavilion and wash down area • Fishing pier • Half-mile walking loop • Mangrove informational walking area • Multi-use active and passive recreation areas • Covered areas with picnic tables and barbecue grills • Retain existing Rec Center for art classes amenities for the park (see sidebar).

Although subcommittee members debated whether a new recreation center building is needed immediately — or at all — for the site, they agreed it is not to time to debate the issue.

“It’s not written in stone what should be there and what shouldn’t be there,” said committee member and Commissioner Pat Zunz. “There’s a lot of flexibility on this property.”

In the meantime, town staff will include in a request for county money a future community center building, even though they have not decided if one will go there.

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beachfront buy?

by Kurt Schultheis | Managing Editor

UNFUNDED LIABILITIES

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Town may purchase Linde analyzes pension data Gulf-front property

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The seawall in the Gulf at 6541 Gulfside Road is affecting the shoreline’s ability to hold sand in that area.

tains a seawall, which has inhibited sand from staying on the shoreline for years. The town missed an opportunity to purchase that property years ago to knock down that seawall.

It’s expected a discussion about whether it makes sense to purchase the property, knock down the seawall and put the property back on the market will take place at the meeting. As of press time, the meeting date wasn’t confirmed.

REVENUE VS. PENSION LIABILITY Recently, Moody’s Investor Service numbers examined inflated pension liabilities of all 50 states and related that debt to the states’ annual government revenue. There were 10 states with unfunded liability equal to or higher than the state’s annual revenue. The worst state was Illinois, with unfunded liabilities that are almost two-and-a half times the state’s annual revenue.

Moody’s reduced the discount

rate (rate of return) the state used to estimate the present value of liabilities, which was around 7.5% to 8%, to returns that states were actually receiving.

Commission candidate Armando Linde used the town of Longboat Key’s pension data and unfunded liability to compare the town’s problems to some of the worst performing state pension plans in the country.

State Illinois Connecticut Kentucky New Jersey Hawaii Florida

Unfunded liability as % of annual revenues 241% 190% 141% 137% 133% 19%

Per capita unfunded liability $10,340 $11,595 $6,554 $7,156 $7,923 $677

Longboat Key Longboat Key

310% 220%

$6,750 $4,790

Adjusted rate based on real returns 5.67% 5.47% 5.67% 5.47% 5.67% 7.75% 5.6% 7%*

*Longboat Key’s unfunded pension liabilities using the state-mandated rate of return.

of just 5.6%, according to Linde.

When adjusted for the town’s actual 5.6% return, the town’s unfunded liability is approximately 310% of its annual revenues.

“It shows how important it was for the commissioners to freeze the plans,” Linde said.

“Even if you use 7%, which is what the state wants us to use going forward, you still have unfunded liability that is more than twice the annual revenue of the town,” Linde said.

But the town’s three pension plans have generated an average

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Town Manager Dave Bullock is trying to schedule a special meeting Friday to discuss the possibility of purchasing a Gulffront property with a seawall that’s affecting the shoreline’s ability to hold sand in that area.

The Longboat Key Town Commission will tentatively meet 3:30 p.m. Friday at Town Hall to discuss the foreclosure auction of a house at 6541 Gulfside Road.

The home, which is owned by Roseann Morrison, has an estimated mortgage foreclosure claim from JPMorgan Chase Bank valued at $2,407,256.25.

The property will be sold at auction 11 a.m. Feb. 5 on the Manatee County public auction website.

The .5-acre piece of property contains a 2,214-square-foot home that last sold for $1 million in September 2001. The total assessed value of the property in 2013 was listed at $909,301, according to the Manatee County Property Appraiser’s website.

The property is just south of the former Yonkers property, which was recently transformed into a Gulf-front estate called Ohana at 6633 Gulf of Mexico Drive that’s on the market for $22 million.

The Ohana property also con-

The state of Illinois has the worst pension liability problem of any state in the entire country.

But the town of Longboat Key is in worse shape when it comes to pension liability using the town’s actual rate of return, according to Armando Linde, who retired from the International Monetary Fund three years ago.

The Country Club Shores resident and commission candidate recently assessed the town’s unfunded liability using a study by Moody’s Investor Services that looked at pension plans for all 50 states and compared it to those states’ annual government revenue.

The Moody’s study showed that 10 states had unfunded liability equal to or higher than the state’s annual revenue, with unfunded liabilities for Illinois reaching nearly two-and-a-half times the state’s annual revenue.

The town, by comparison, has an unfunded liability of approximately $27 million, more than twice its annual revenue of $13 million to $15 million.

Although freezing the town’s three plans reduced the unfunded liability, a state mandate that the three plans estimated rate of return (actuarial rate) be reduced from 7.75% to approximately 7% kept the town’s estimated unfunded liability approximately the same.

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Town staff will discuss the possibility of buying beachfront property to tear down a seawall that keeps sand from staying on the shore.

The town’s pension debt of more than $27 million is more than twice its annual revenue. Future budget line items will pay the debt down.

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The department experienced a 2.7% decrease in fire calls and a 9% increase in EMS calls. Approximately 73% of calls were EMS-related, while the remaining 27% of calls pertained to fire.

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Couple grounds its plan for an SRQ-based airline A Longboat Key couple halted plans for a Sarasota-based airline due to a lack of investors for the business model.

Longboat Key resident Steve Miller has been working for more than two years to bring a Sarasota-based airline to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

But last week Miller and his wife, Hannah, who have more than 60 years’ combined experience in the aviation business, announced they cannot get their project off the ground.

Miller said he met with officials from at least 75 local businesses and 30 financial institutions in the last 24 months to discuss a business plan called Sunrise Airlines of Sarasota.

The airline, Miller said, would be a boon for the local economy and get residents flying locally via competitive fares and direct flights.

“I haven’t met one person who said the business plan wouldn’t work or doesn’t make sense,” Miller said. “And everyone agreed there’s a need for an airline in this market.”

But the need isn’t enough, Miller said, if no one is interested in investing.

Miller proposed that an airline using Boeing 737-400 planes with a home base at SRQ that has 24 nonstop destinations in the U.S. and Canada could be up and running within 12 months.

In the first year of operation, the business model proposed the airline could handle eight nonstop flights with four aircraft; add eight additional flights and four more aircraft in the second year; and add eight more flights and three more aircraft in its third year of operation.

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Miller said financial institutions are “behind us verbally, but, without any capital help, we can’t move forward.”

The Millers moved in early 2012 to Longboat Key from Hong Kong. The only problem is the Millers arrived through Tampa International Airport and had no idea the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport even existed until they lived here for a couple of months.

Miller started a Hong Kong-based airline, called Dragonair, in the mid-1980s; it now owns 31 aircraft flying to 25 destinations within Asia. He also formed another airline based out of Hong Kong, called Oasis, in 2004; it ceased operations in 2008.

He said thoughts of a Sarasota-based airline immediately popped into his head when he visited the local airport.

Miller, 73, said Sarasota residents and visitors “have endured inferior air connections for too long.”

Miller said the time is ripe because if more carriers come into SRQ and dilute the local market, “you can’t get a local airline off the ground.”

“I failed to convince people what a huge economic impact a home-based airline has in the community,” Miller said.

The business model stated that the airline could create 400 local jobs that would be a combination of flying, ground operations and office staff.

“I have never seen such an exciting proposition,” Miller said. “I can see it, but there’s nothing I can do about it right now.”

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Crist gets a gift: marijuana Former Gov. Charlie Crist — the guy who also was once known as “Chain Gang Charlie” for his tough stance on crime — received a huge boost to his 2014 gubernatorial campaign this week when the Florida Supreme Court approved the wording of the proposed medical marijuana amendment for the November statewide ballot.

Talk about deviously crafty. That would be John Morgan of “Morgan & Morgan, for the people” fame.

Here’s how it went: Morgan hired Crist at Morgan & Morgan after Crist’s governorship and U.S. Senate run ended.

Crist officially jumped teams, became a Democrat and, surprise, decided to run for governor as a Democrat.

So then the question became: How? How to beat incumbent Republican Rick Scott?

How to persuade Democrats and independents who still may not like Crist, much less Scott, to come out to vote in an off-year for Crist? How to motivate them?

The answer: Voila! Weed.

Morgan masterfully began underwriting much of the efforts to get the medical marijuana amendment on the ballot. He has said he was doing it out of compassion for his brother, who was injured many years ago in an accident, has suffered excruciating pain and also found relief from the use of marijuana. And while that may be true, it’s also clear that Morgan’s compassionate motivations would have a much larger effect — in dollars and in votes — on Morgan’s law partner’s gubernatorial campaign.

Brilliant. Here’s why: For one, heretofore, Gov. Scott has opposed the medical-marijuana amendment.

If he sticks with that position, he’ll likely lose every pot-smoking voter — Republicans, Democrats and independents alike.

And there are a lot of them.

What’s more, don’t kid yourself. In spite of the always devoted senior vote, who may be most likely to oppose the amendment, the medical marijuana amendment will motivate tepid younger voters.

It will pass. Count on it.

Florida has become part of the national marijuana wave. We can expect the amendment to have strong support from the liberal daily editorial boards and from bigmoney donors who have been financing legalizing marijuana in other states. Not only will money continue to come from Morgan, we can expect substantial amounts for TV campaigns to come from billionaire financier George Soros and the Drug Policy

Alliance, a drug-legalization organization on whose board Soros sits.

Unknown at this point is whether the late Peter Lewis, a Coconut Grove resident and former chairman of Progressive Insurance, left money in his will to back medical-marijuana campaigns. Lewis, a medical-marijuana user himself, over the past decade and a half contributed between $20 million and $40 million to legalizing medical marijuana. He died in November.

But even without Lewis’ money, you can bet Morgan and Crist’s media masterminds will use the medical-marijuana amendment to Crist’s advantage.

We can see the TV campaign now: The famous photo of Crist embracing Obama and a (disingenuously) sincere, emotional Crist telling viewers how everyone should have access to marijuana for medical use.

He’ll do whatever it takes.

After what Crist and Morgan are about to unfold on Floridians, we may all need that medical marijuana. The gubernatorial campaign is going to be dreadful.

TOWN CENTER: NOT A NEW IDEA ON LBK The Longboat Key Historical Society met Jan. 31 in the National Bank of Sarasota and heard Jack Whelan, the former town planner, talk about historic preservation.

Whelan told the members present that Longboat Key is actually a string of neighborhoods, each of them slightly different, but none having a focal point.

His definition of a neighborhood was an area that had “character” and that had an existing “portal” through which people passed and could claim they were “home.”

WHAT IS THE CENTER OF TOWN? The audience was composed of many people who were on Longboat Key in the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s, and they spoke about the sense of pride they had in their neighborhood, usually the Village.

Whelan said this sense of belonging is partially absent because the town does not have one area it can call the “center of town,” which most neighborhoods have.

He said that if the Town Plaza, as it is known, also had cultural and social activities within its confines, it would then have a center around which all residents could gather. As it is now, Whelan said, residents have no sense of belonging to the town, only to their neighborhood, whether it be a condominium or a single-family home.

Whelan said that residents of Longboat Key must define their island in terms of a vision of what they want it to be, not what they don’t want.

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+ Good shepherd: Rev. Porter

He is not a household name on Longboat Key, certainly not in the vein of, say, Dr. Murray “Murf” Klauber or Herb Field, respectively, longtime proprietor and founder of the once-grand Colony Beach & Tennis Resort. In fact, he wasn’t even a resident of Longboat Key. But he made a lasting mark here: The Rev. Bruce Porter, recently retired pastor of Christ Church of Longboat Key. Christ Church stands tall on Gulf of Mexico Drive as a testament to the strength and enthusiasm of its close-knit, devoted congregation. It was remarkable how that church grew in six years from its modest services in office space at Mediterranean Plaza to its impressive complex on north Longboat Key. And while Christ Church’s congregants were driving forces behind the construction of the church, the Rev. Porter was their good shepherd. As Christ Church parishioners will tell you, he was the draw, the teacher, preacher and minister who drew and nurtured the flock.

+ A job for Rep. Buchanan

It never ceases to amaze us to read how long it takes for the town of Longboat Key to obtain permits from the state and federal governments for beach renourishments.

Once again, the town finds itself nearing a serious crisis, with erosion threatening

properties on the northern tip of the Key. True to form, the town manager has said it may take another six months to obtain federal approval to install permeable groins.

Six months too late.

Longboat Key has been renourishing its beaches for more than two decades. What’s so difficult about creating a process to expedite the permits? Now there’s a job for our congressman.

KEY COMPONENTS OF THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA AMENDMENT The following are excerpts from the full text of the proposed medical marijuana constitutional amendment. See: http:// election.dos.state.fl.us/initiatives/fulltext/ pdf/50438-2.pdf BALLOT SUMMARY: Allows the medical use of marijuana for individuals with debilitating diseases as determined by a licensed Florida physician.

Allows caregivers to assist patients’ medical use of marijuana. The Department of Health shall register and regulate centers that produce and distribute marijuana for medical purposes and shall issue identification cards to patients and caregivers. Applies only to Florida law. Does not authorize violations of federal law or any non-medical use, possession or production of marijuana.

KEY DEFINITIONS (1) “Debilitating Medical Condition” means cancer, glaucoma, positive status for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immune deficiency syn-

drome (AIDS), hepatitis C, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis or other conditions for which a physician believes that the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the potential health risks for a patient.

(7) “Personal caregiver” means a person who is at least twenty-one (21) years old who has agreed to assist with a qualifying patient’s medical use of marijuana and has a caregiver identification card issued by the Department.

A personal caregiver may assist no more than five (5) qualifying patients at one time. An employee of a hospice provider, nursing, or medical facility may serve as a personal caregiver to more than five (5) qualifying patients as permitted by the Department. Personal caregivers are prohibited from consuming marijuana obtained for the personal, medical use by the qualifying patient.

(9) “Physician certification” means a written document signed by a physician, stating that in the physician’s professional opinion, the patient suffers from a

debilitating medical condition, that the potential benefits of the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the health risks for the patient, and for how long the physician recommends the medical use of marijuana for the patient. (c) LIMITATIONS. (1) Nothing in this section shall affect laws relating to non-medical use, possession, production or sale of marijuana.

(2) Nothing in this section authorizes the use of medical marijuana by anyone other than a qualifying patient.

(3) Nothing in this section allows the operation of a motor vehicle, boat or aircraft while under the influence of marijuana.

(4) Nothing in this law section requires the violation of federal law or purports to give immunity under federal law.

(5) Nothing in this section shall require any accommodation of any on-site medical use of marijuana in any place of education or employment or of smoking medical marijuana in any public place.

(6) Nothing in this section shall require any health insurance provider or any government agency or authority to reimburse any person for expenses related to the medical use of marijuana.

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Longboat Key residents should seek county cash The Urban Land Institute recommendation getting the most buzz is the proposal for a town center. A walking/biking friendly and pleasing area that draws people to amenities they now drive off island to find. Oh, for a local Starbucks! The town center is a fine vision and deserves the effort it is now getting from the ULI Implementation Advisory Committee.

The “Our View” column in the Jan. 8 edition of the Longboat Observer illustrates the difficulties in achieving a town center. They are multiple land owners and lack of capital. I would refer to this as cash and consensus. Cash is the funding needed to implement a selected plan. Consensus is agreement among property owners and residents on plan components. Cash and consensus are not entirely independent concepts; there is considerable overlap. Adequate funding would likely facilitate or even promote consensus. There’s nothing like spending money to bring people together. So let’s consider sources of cash.

Longboat Key published a revised Vision Plan in 2011, including specific goals and strategies to achieve the goals. The very first listed goal is “prevent Longboat Key from becoming unaffordable to current residents.”

Strategies include “outreach to external taxing bodies to 1. reduce the tax burden they are placing on the Key and/or 2. provide more benefits to the Key.” So, how are we doing with that goal? Not so well, I think.

An earlier “Our View” column from October lists $61 million in property

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Historical Society hosts author H. Terrell Griffin

taxes from Longboat Key residents that go to Sarasota and Manatee counties, for benefits that are hard to quantify. Most remarkable is that $36 million in total goes to the county school systems.

The annual cost to educate a student in each county is roughly $10,000. But the annual cost to Longboat Key residents for each student that resides in the Sarasota County portion of the island approaches $1 million. That’s right, $1 million per child, per year! Manatee County costs per student may be less because there are more children, but it still runs to several hundred thousand dollars per year. We all support public education. At some point, however, a line is crossed from support to extortion. It’s an outrage.

Some hard bargaining with both counties is in order and long overdue.

We could send every student from Longboat Key to a private school for less than $2 million per year, total. A separate Longboat Key county has been discussed in the past and the concept should be reviewed again.

The majority of any savings from lower taxes should be rebated to Key residents currently being fleeced. If a few million dollars per year were allocated to the town, a lot of cash and consensus surrounding the town center could be achieved. There is some real money out there. Let’s go for it.

Photos by Kelsey Grau

H. Terrell Griffin and Shirley Beachum, president of the Longboat Key Historical Society

Andrew Aitken is an Emerald Harbor resident and a member of the Longboat Key Planning & Zoning Board.

Jean Griffin with Linda and Chet Pletzke

Local novelist H. Terrell Griffin discussed his many lively Longboat-inspired characters with the Longboat Key Historical Society Jan. 16, at Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian. Shirley Beachum, outgoing president of the Historical Society, introduced Griffin as a longtime friend.

“I’ve known him for so long …

It’s been so many years that he was just a lawyer when we met,” said Beachum, joking about Griffin’s 38-year occupation.

After retiring, Griffin began writing a series set in Longboat Key — the Matt Royal mysteries.

These eight books feature many colorful characters inspired by his friends on the island as well as places he used to frequent. Griffin entertained the crowd with humorous anecdotes about his close friends, Miles Leavitt and Graham Cox, both of whom appear in the series. (Griffin’s character Cracker Dix is based on Cox.) “It has been a great deal of fun writing about the people and the places on this island,” Griffin said.

“And I think a big part of that is because I love this place so much.”

After the presentation and a quick Q&A with the author, the Historical Society held a short general meeting and elected officers Pam Coleman as president, Chet Pletzke as vice president and Cathy Meldahl as secretary.

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JAN. 15 WIDE NET 8:02 a.m. — 600 block of Dream Island Road. Larceny. A man reported that three rod-and-reel combinations were taken from his boat but could not provide any further information about the stolen items. He last saw the rod and reels on his boat a day-and-a-half earlier.

INTO THIN AIR 9:20 a.m. — 4300 block of GMD. Larceny. A man left a dehumidifier at the bottom of his steps for three minutes while he retrieved his car. When he returned, it was missing. He saw a white SUV leaving the area at the time but did not have any further details.

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JAN. 19 MAKE LIKE A TREE AND LEAVE 1:19 p.m. — 5800 block of GMD. Noise. A man was using a leaf blower on a Sunday,a violation of town ordinance. The man spoke little English, so police spoke to his supervisor, who said the employee was new to the company and it was the first Sunday he had worked.

JAN. 16 YOU REALLY MISSED ME 11 a.m. — 100 block of Sands Point Road. Assist Other Agency. Family members mistakenly reported a woman missing after they could not contact her for a few days. The woman lost her cellphone while she was in Orlando. Police verified the woman’s identity and contacted the Orange County Sheriff’s Department to have her name removed from missing persons databases.

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6:06 a.m. — 3500 block of Fair Oaks Lane. Fire. A man returned to his home after going out of town for a month and smelled smoke when he turned his water heater back on. He turned off the water heater again and the fire extinguished itself. Firefighters determined the home was safe.

8:51 a.m. — 1600 block of GMD. Vandalism. Unknown individuals kicked the door open at a Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit and broke all the glassware, phones and furniture inside, and they also made holes in the walls and doors. Police processed a fire extinguisher found nearby for fingerprints.

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10:01 a.m. — 500 block of Yawl Lane. Trespassing. A man complained that a pool company is doing work at a nearby home and is driving on his property, destroying the yard. A company representative said the firm would put new sod in the yard and stay off the property. The town’s building inspector will also check on the situation to make sure there ar not further problems at the construction site.

WHERE DID THE TIME GO? 5:06 p.m. — 600 block of Marbury Lane.

Noise. Police received a complaint about construction work at 5:06 p.m. — six minutes after the town’s 5 p.m. work deadline.

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WHERE ARE YOU REGISTERED? 2:07 p.m. — 2600 block of Harbourside Drive. Assist Other Agency. Police and Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies searched for a registered sex offender in the Sarasota area whose address is still listed on Harbourside Drive. Florida law requires sex offenders to update their addresses within 48 hours of moving.

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9:30 p.m. — 500 block of Juan Anasco Drive. Suspicious Circumstance. A man found his front door open when he got home from work but thought he had locked it before leaving. His friends own the home and might have allowed someone else into the home who forgot to lock

CATCHING THE DRIFT 7:25 a.m. — 6500 block of Bayou Hammock Road. Found Property. Police recovered a buoy that had drifted into the mangroves in Bishops Bayou.

JAN. 20 10:59 a.m. — 4600 block of GMD. Dog on the Beach. Police responded to a report of a dog on the beach near a hotel.

The dog’s owners, who did not have it on a leash, did not know that pets are not allowed on the beach or off their leashes.

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12:29 p.m. — 500 block of Bay Isles Parkway. Civil Disturbance. A driver nearly struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk. The pedestrian became angry and struck the vehicle with his hand and exchanged profanities with the driver. The pedestrian said the driver continued screaming while inching closer to him. The driver’s parents told police their son takes medication for bipolar disorder and is blind in one eye and possibly did not see the pedestrian. The pedestrian said he did not want to make a formal complaint but asked police to speak to the driver.

DO NOT DISTURB 12:33 p.m. — 1500 block of GMD. Suspicious Vehicle. A man reported that two people parked a truck in a condominium parking lot had trespassed at the shuttered Colony Beach & Tennis Resort. A condo resident told police that he saw two men run to the condo from the Colony. He yelled at them to stop, but they got in their vehicle and drove away. The Colony’s manager said he would check the property and report back to police if anything was disturbed.

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Bigfoot could mean big bucks for Key native Is Bigfoot real?

Matt Carman can’t say for sure.

The Longboat Key native compares the fascination with Bigfoot to the public’s interest in alien abductions.

“People want to believe in it.

There’s no proof of anything yet,” he says. “Basically, you’ve seen one video in Washington state, and no one’s ever seen it since.”

Still, despite the lack of verifiable Bigfoot encounters, Carman, 40, is open to the possibility that Sasquatch exists.

He’s had at least three experiences in the outdoors he can’t explain.

Now, Bigfoot could mean big bucks for Carman.

That’s because he and his friend, Julie White, are one of nine teams on Spike TV’s “10 Million Dollar Bigfoot Bounty,” hosted by Dean Cain, best known for his role as Superman on the TV series “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.”

Teams compete to find photographic and DNA evidence that Bigfoot exists for a potential $10 million prize that’s underwritten by Lloyd’s of London.

Carman learned about the show from a friend and decided to audition because he figured if anyone could capture

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Matt Carman and Julie White hunt for Bigfoot on Spike TV’s “10 Million Dollar Bigfoot Bounty.”

Bigfoot on camera, he would be the guy.

During his career as a cinematographer for hunting and safari TV shows, he’s filmed and photographed just about every kind of wildlife — bears, elk, buffalo, hippos, zebras and rhinos, to name a few. He also

says he has super vision and can see a deer move from two miles away.

He originally planned to team up with another friend for the show, but the friend couldn’t go through with filming because of a new job. Instead, Carman reconnected with his former

college classmate White, 39, of Fresno, Calif., who once found what she believes to be a Bigfoot footprint.

Filming took place over five weeks at Bigfoot hotspots around the U.S. Carman’s father, Bill, said he didn’t worry when his son told him he was going to spend five weeks hunting for Bigfoot.

“I was more worried the time he was in Africa for more than a month,” Bill Carman said. “He had to cross a river with crocodiles while carrying his camera equipment.”

Carman celebrated the show’s first episode Jan. 10, with approximately 40 friends at Evie’s Tavern in Sarasota. He and White had not yet been eliminated when the latest episode aired Jan. 24.

Carman can’t reveal whether he and White are $10 million richer thanks to Bigfoot. But he offers this tip for novice Bigfoot hunters: “I’d say, find a spot where things are active, and keep moving around.”

Q&A WITH MATT CARMAN We’ll admit it. We don’t believe Bigfoot exists. What evidence did you find that proves us wrong?

On the show, I didn’t find a lot of evidence. But I’ve had three experiences where I’ve seen and heard things I couldn’t explain.

What’s your theory about Bigfoot if he does exist?

From what they say about the size and what he weighs, I think he’s like a grizzly bear. You rarely see a lot of sightings of Bigfoot during the winter.

Is your goal on the show to capture Bigfoot?

We had to get DNA evidence and also a clear picture. We went out and the judges told us how to collect DNA evidence. They were looking for hair samples, saliva, but what they really wanted was poop. We all called it the “Poop Show” because that’s what we were looking for the first couple of weeks.

What are your thoughts on the Loch Ness Monster?

That’s something that I just don’t know. It would be great if someone wanted to go over and look for it.

That’s got the most lore of anything I’ve seen.

If you did win the $10 million, what was or will be your first purchase?

A trip to Africa for a safari.

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It all began 14 years ago, with a phone call. Judy Alexander, CEO of the local nonprofit Every Child Inc., received a call from a friend who worked at Booker Elementary, who was panicked that some of the children would not have backpacks and proper school supplies for the new school year.

Alexander reached out to the community and, in just a few months, she raised enough money to buy backpacks and school supplies for all the students living in low-income housing.

“The backpacks really got Every Child Inc. started,” she says. “Children who start off the school year without backpacks and school supplies are starting out immediately at a disadvantage, and that’s not right. What every parent wants for their child, we should want for all children. I think everyone should have the same opportunities.”

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Every Child Inc. provides prom dresses and tuxedo rentals to low-income students. tion for many years that because it’s a relatively wealthy community, every child had all his needs met. We’re learning more and more that that’s not the case.”

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THURSDAY, JAN. 30 Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key — meets at 7:30 a.m. at the Longboat Key Club’s Tavern & Whiskey Bar. Steve LeBlanc and Case Van Kleef from Kiwanis International will speak about the Eliminate Project. Cost is $10 and includes a breakfast buffet. Call Donna at 388-2847.

SATURDAY, FEB. 1

10 annual Early Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment Symposium — takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Longboat Key Club. Registration for health care providers is $85. The public may attend the afternoon sessions, beginning at 1:45 p.m., for free.

The public must pre-register to attend.

Register online at cardiologycenter.net/ pages/registration.

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program Guided Kayak Excursion — takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lido mangrove tunnels. Start at the Taft Drive entrance to Otter Key and South Lido Key Park.

American Canoe Association instructor and SBEP Citizen Advisory Committee member Brad Tanner will lead an educational kayak tour in Sarasota Bay. Register for the free excursion at sarasotabay.org. Email info@sarasotabay.org.

‘Defiant Requiem’ Screening — takes place at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road. The film tells the story of prisoners at the Terezin concentration camp and how they fought back with art and music. Former U.S. Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and Terezin survivors Edgar and Hanna Krasa will speak. Cost is $10. RSVP at jfedsrq.org/ events.aspx or call 552-6301.

SUNDAY, FEB. 2 92nd Street Y Broadcast — begins at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road. The temple will host the

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014

DON’T MISS Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show

What: Sample favorites from local restaurants and experience this year’s finest fashion at the Longboat Key Garden Club’s Taste of the Keys and Fashion Show. Proceeds support environmental scholarships for college students, grants, educational programs and camp scholarships for children. Cost is $50.

When: 5 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 Where: Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room, 3100 Harbourside Drive broadcast of “LIVE” from New York’s 92nd Street Y. New York University professor Ralph Buultjens will discuss “Russia: Putin, Politics and the Winter Olympics.” Visit tbi-lbk.org.

MONDAY, FEB. 3

Beth Israel Women Fundraiser Fashion Show — begins at noon at Michael’s On East, 1212 S. East Ave., Sarasota. Beth Israel Women will model fashions from Dream Weaver. Proceeds from the luncheon, raffle and silent auction will help fund Temple Beth Israel’s community outreach activities. Cost is $50. Call 383-3428.

TUESDAY, FEB. 4

Longboat Key, Presbyterian, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive. The event benefits the church’s missions and features fashion by Patchington and hair by Design 2000. Cost is $10.

Reservations are required. Contact Janet FitzGerald at 778-4376 for tickets.

‘The Art of Photography’ Workshop with Mary Lou Johnson — takes place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Longboat Key Education Center, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Suite 212. Photographer Mary Lou Johnson will discuss photos she has captured of Longboat Key, Europe and the Caribbean. Cost is $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers. Registration is required. Call 383-8811.

TUESDAY, FEB. 11 Longboat Key Democratic Club — meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room, 3100 Harbourside Drive. Nan Rich, a Democratic candidate for governor and former Florida senator, will discuss “A Democratic Vision for Florida’s Families.” Cost is $25. RSVP by Feb. 6. Call Murray Blueglass at 383-4899.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 5 Marlene Rose Glass Art Discussion — takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design, 6860 Longboat Drive S. Rose will discuss her work, which is influenced by extensive travel. RSVP to lbkca@ringling.edu or call 383-2345.

FRIDAY, FEB. 14 Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key Valentine’s in Las Vegas Dinner Dance & Casino Party — takes place from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room, 3100 Harbourside Drive. After a sit-down dinner, attendees can test their luck at games such as black Jack, roulette, poker and craps. Chips will be exchanged for raffle tickets at the end of the night. The event raises money for local children’s charities and Kiwanis scholarships. Tickets are $95.

Call Jim Larson at 383-1660.

THURSDAY, FEB. 6 Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Networking @ Noon Luncheon — takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Lido Beach Sand Dollar Restaurant, 233 Ben Franklin Drive, Lido Key. Cost is $20 for members; $22 for nonmembers. Call 383-2466.

MONDAY, FEB. 10 Christ Church Fashion Show — takes place at 11 a.m. at Christ Church of

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Special Lecture Series — doors open at 7 p.m. and the program starts at 7:30 p.m. at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s Immersion Cinema, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. Anne Doubilet, underwater photographer, will speak.

Purchase tickets in advance at mote.org/ lecture. Cost is $12 for members; $15 for nonmembers. Call 388-4441.

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St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Men’s Club gathered for authentic Italian cuisine and a variety of wines Jan. 23, at the Father Edward Pick Parish Hall.

This year marks the fourth Italian Night for the group.

In the Longboat Observer’s Jan. 2 issue, we showcased our most stunning sunsets from 2013.

But, we inadvertently credited the wrong photographer for one.

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+ Keating creates ‘Million Dollar Match’ for Sarasota Museum of Art Longboat Key philanthropist Elaine Keating has pledged $1 million to match new contributions to help complete Sarasota Museum of Art (SMOA).

Keating will match donations dollar-for-dollar up to $1 million in her “Million Dollar Match” program.

The joint SMOA and Ringling College of Art & Design effort seeks to transform the former Sarasota High School building into 60,000 square feet of exhibition space, a 110-seat auditorium, sculpture courtyard, indoor/outdoor café, classrooms and studios.

As of Jan. 23, SMOA had raised more than $17.3 million of $22 million needed.

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‘Defiant Requiem’ shows artistic rebellion at Terezin

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church, 563 Bay Isles Road, holds Sunday worship services at 8 and 10 a.m. Wednesday communion and anointing services are at 10 a.m. The Rev. David Danner is the rector.

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Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian USA, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, holds Sunday worship services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Taylor Hill is the pastor.

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Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, holds Sunday worship services at 10 a.m.; adult education is at 9 a.m. and Holy Communion and healing is at 9:45 a.m. Sundays. The Rev. Dr. Vincent Carroll is the minister. 383-6491.

St. Armands Key Lutheran Church, 40 N. Adams Drive, holds contemporary Sunday worship services at 9 a.m.; fellowship and education at 10 a.m.; and traditional Sunday worship services at 11 a.m. The Rev. Mark Bernthal is the pastor. 3881234.

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church, 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive, holds Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.; and Saturday Masses are at 4 and 6 p.m. Msgr.

Gerard Finegan is the pastor. 383-1255.

Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, holds Shabbat services at 8 p.m. Fridays and at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth Friday of the month; and 10 a.m. Saturdays. Rabbi Jonathan Katz is the rabbi. Call 383-3428.

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David Daneman III, 81, of Longboat Key, died Jan. 21.

Born Jan. 21, 1933 in Chelsea, Mass., Mr. Daneman and his wife, Sally, raised their family in Lincroft, N.J., before retiring in 1993 to Longboat Key. Mr. Daneman was an outdoorsman who loved fishing, boating and the beach. He was known for his larger-than-life personality and was simply “Pop-Pop” to his large clan.

Mr. Daneman was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda.

He is survived by his wife, Sally, of Bradenton; sons Stephen, of Tampa, Michael, of Lincroft, Brian, of Little Silver, N.J., and Daniel, of Venice; daughter, Deborah, of Jackson, N.J.; 14 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m.

Jan. 30, at St Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church, 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

Two survivors of the Terezin concentration camp and former U.S. Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat will speak at a screening of a documentary at Temple Beth Israel.

Prisoners in the Terezin concentration Former U.S. Ambassador Stuart Eizencamp fought back against the Nazis. stat, who negotiated major agreements Their weapons: art and music. with Switzerland, Germany, Austria, They staged plays, composed operas France and other countries in recovering and wrote to record the horlooted art and bank accounts rors that arose around them in and the payment of insurance IF YOU GO the camp, located in the prespolicies, and Louisa Hollman, ent-day Czech Republic. executive director of the Defi‘Defiant The Jewish Federation of ant Requiem Foundation, will Requiem’ Sarasota-Manatee will host participate in the program’s screening and a screening of the film “Defiintroduction. presentation ant Requiem,” which tells the In addition, two survivors story of how prisoners used from Terezin, Edgar and HanWhen: 7 p.m. art to launch an artistic rebelna Krasa, will share memoFeb. 1 lion, at 7 p.m. Feb. 1 at Temple ries of their experience. Edgar Where: Temple Beth Israel.

Krasa sang in the chorus unBeth Israel, 567 That rebellion reached its der Schächter’s direction. The Bay Isles Road peak in 1944, when conducKrasas are in their 90s and will Cost: $10 tor Rafael Schächter taught travel from Boston to speak at a choir of 150 of his fellow prisoners to perform Verdi’s “Requiem,” a complex piece that choir members reimagined as a condemnation of the Nazis to confront them in song with what they did not dare to say. The Nazis used the performance as part of a propaganda effort to show visitors from the International Red Cross that Jews were not being mistreated.

Today, the Terezin Music Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the musical legacy of composers who died in the Holocaust.

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Fannye ‘Fran’ Baudner

Fannye “Fran” Caroline Baudner, of Longboat Key and Black Rock, Conn., died Jan. 8.

Born in Meriden, Conn., Mrs. Baudner was a graduate of the Latin American Institute, in New York City, and studied at Laval University, in Canada. She worked on her family’s farm in Meriden as a bilingual secretary and later at Saxe Junior High in New Canaan, Conn.

Most recently, she worked at the Asolo Repertory Theatre, in Sarasota.

Mrs. Baudner was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a direct, 12th-generation descendent of William Brewster, a key organizer of the Mayflower expedition. Her passions

the event.

Kim Mullins, director of operations at the Jewish Federation, said the federation is offering the screening as part of its commitment to Holocaust education and remembrance.

“It’s not a story that I was aware of, and it’s not something, to my knowledge, that’s been shared in this community before,” Mullins said. “To have someone of Stuart Eizenstat’s status and to have two survivors is really special. There aren’t a tremendous amount of survivors remaining.”

included literature, films, nature, New York City and listening to Frank Sinatra.

Mrs. Baudner was preceded in death by her husband, Paul. She is survived by her daughter, Alice, and son, Paul.

Her family extends thanks to Greenwich Hospital, Burke Rehabilitation, Greenwich Woods Rehabilitation, Manor Care Sarasota, Longboat Key paramedics, friends and neighbors.

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The Rev. Charlie Shook spoke of Jim Marsh’s compassion and friendship.

The Rev. Vincent Carroll and Claire Marsh unveil the new sign in the garden.

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Longboat Island Chapel held a memorial garden dedication ceremony Saturday, in honor of the late Rev. Jim Marsh, who died in 2008.

From 1973 to 1996, Marsh served as pastor of the church and had a large impact on the congregation. He was also a professor of philosophy and theology at Manatee Community College.

“He was the wave that went before and made a path you could easily follow,” said the Rev. Vincent Carroll, comparing Marsh to a bow wave during the ceremony.

Many friends told stories of Marsh’s love of sailing and theology, but said his biggest love was people.

Later, Carroll and Marsh’s widow, Claire, unveiled the sign for the Jim Marsh Memorial Garden.

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Eric Alderfer provides the music during the dedication. He spoke of his time working with the late reverend. “Jim Marsh was all love,” Alderfer said.

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Charlie Gorham and Karen Fors with Vivian and Michael Chester

Cheryl Fraser with her grandchildren, Ava, 6, and Cord, 3

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BEACH RESIDENCES - enjoy sunrises, sunsets and city lights from this southwest corner gulf front residence. Three bedrooms. 3.5 baths,great room, formal living and dining rooms all exquistely finished and decorated. 4100 sq.ft. Pets welcome.

Offered furnished. This is a Ritz Carlton managed property....................................................................................$3,895,000 LONGBOAT KEY - charming 3/3/waterfront home across from a 7 acre preserve.......... PENDING... $515,000

4200 RIVERVIEW BLVD Over 1 acre on exclusive Riverview Blvd. 7600 sq ft 5 bed.+bonus room, in-law suite, boat dock, and spacious pool area with bar overlooking 300’ of frontage on the Manatee River, providing striking panoramic views of the Manatee River!

$2,990,000

WINDWARD BAY - 2/2 direct bay front with amazing bay views and a peak of the Gulf. 2 pets allowed. Many com-

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opportunity to own a 3 bedroom end unit on Longboat Key with gorgeous gulf to bay panoramic views! Relax as you gaze at the emerald green Gulf of Mexico all day long. Longboat Key Towers has 600’ of beach front.

MARINA AND BAY VIEWS at Bay Harbour on the south end of LBK – just minutes to St. Armand’s Circle. 2/2 with screened porch. ........................................................................................................................................................... SOLD........$275,000 LONG BEACH - Elevated Longboat Village home with 4 car garage, vaulted ceilings and lush landscaping... SOLD...$375,000

$1,579,900

BLACKBURN POINT WOODS - Beautifully appointed maintenance free 4/3 villa with its own pool in an attractive neighborhood close to Casey Key. Amenities include tennis, community pool and clubhouse. .........................................$349,000

22 S. Links Ave. Suite #204, Sarasota, Fl 34236

WINDWARD BAY - corner villa with a screened porch, carport, full size laundry room and a beautiful yard. 2 pets allowed.............................................................................................................................................................................$279,000

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WINDWARD BAY - 2/2 with expansive view of Sarasota Bay. Community amenities include 2 pools, tennis,clubhouse, boat docks and deeded beach access. 2 pets allowed. ...........................................................................PENDING........ $257,900

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Siesta Cove - Siesta Key Waterfront -story coastal home located on a quiet cul-de-sac with 4BR/5BA has glorious water & tropical views from each level. 4,764 SF with private dock. $1,545,000

Islands West - Direct Gulf Front Beach, Views, Location and Opportunity! Magnificent Southwest Beach & Gulf Views from every room of this 6th floor 2BR/2BA residence. $625,000

On the Gulf - Longboat Key Gated privacy on 1.69 acres directly on the Gulf of Mexico. 10,000SF, 7BR/6.5BA with attached guest wing, plus 5,000 air-conditioned SF of play and storage area. $9,400,000 Country Club Shores - Direct Bay Front Lovely 3,700+ SF waterfront home at the end of a cul-de-sac with 3 bedrooms plus study/4th bedroom, stunning open Bay views, infinityedge pool and two car garage. $3,500,000

Laurel Oak Estates - Lake Front Custom built 4,300 SF home with 3 bedrooms and a possible 4th bedroom in the attached guest house with full bath. Pool & spa area with summer kitchen looks out to long lake and lush golf course views. $1,175,000

Water Club I - Pied-á-Terre Have a slice of paradise! Fully turnkey furnished, including a 1992 Dodge Viper, 1BR/1.5BA apartment in a great location with easy access to the beach and amenities ready for immediate enjoyment, a rare opportunity! $599,900

Lido Regency - Bay and City Views Choice south corner two bedroom two bath apartment on the 10th floor with tons of space, oak wood floors, and spectacular Sarasota Bay and city views! $499,000

Ringling Pointe - Historic Sapphire Shores Stunning Direct Bay Front On 145 feet of deep water with 5BR/3.5 BA, a 2,200 SF master suite, 1,000 bottle wine room, private dock. $3,740,000

Grand Bay III - Incredible Views Never lived in custom-designed 2BR + office/3BA apartment on the 3rd floor with sparkling Bay and city views. Private Beach Club membership included. $1,249,000

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Grand Bay II - Stunning Views Sunrises and sunsets from this beautifully furnished two bedroom plus den apartment at Grand Bay with gorgeous water views. Includes two valuable garage spaces.

Shows like a model. $1,299,000

Eagles Point - The Landings Corner Penthouse apartment with unobstructed water views from every window. Beautifully furnished with 3 bedrooms, glassed-in patio and 10ft ceilings.

2 valuable parking spaces included. $799,000

La Bellasara - Best Downtown Views Completely turnkey furnished 8th floor residence with 3 full bedrooms + study, 12 foot ceilings, summer kitchen and private garage. $2,695,000

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Turnkey furnished 2BR+ den/2BA Penthouse level apartment originally purchased for $773,100 includes private single car garage and premium deeded boat dock. $399,000

Siesta Key - Norsota Way Unique gated Bay front jewel walled-in for privacy with four bedrooms, modern bathrooms and kitchen, gleaming wood floors and a covered pool with glassed outdoor entertainment area. Private dock with 2 boat lifts. $2,150,000

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Islander Club residents celebrate Beachplace offers a warm the return to their winter homes welcome for its snowbirds

On Friday, Jan. 17, Beachplace welcomed its residents back for the season with a party. Attendees enjoyed cocktails and appetizers while they reunited with old friends and met new ones.

On Saturday, Jan. 25, the Islander Club welcomed back its residents for the season with a party. Attendees enjoyed drinks and hors d’oeuvres while watching the sun set over the water.

Agnes Forcht, Pat Risner and Shirley Schneirov

Carl and Gayle Pfirrman

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Nora Balk, Iris Gold and Helen Moss

Pat Brouder and Carol Stephani

Budee Jacobs and Betty Keelin Solve the puzzle by placing the numbers 1 through 9 in each row, column and box. See answers on page 13B. © 2014 Universal Uclick

Larry and Mary Marthaler

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Ron Stephani, John Brouder, Bill Forcht, John Bailey and Tony Mazziotti Sr.

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First floor condo with a view of the Gulf! $295,000

No stairs to climb as you enter this unit. Lots of potential with this two bedroom, one bath condo. First floor view of the Gulf. Perfect for an Investment Property, Second Home, or a Vacation Getaway. Seaplace Assoc. Longboat Key Condo MLS#: A3990198

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Based Income Property – 5 Units Spectacular Ocean views from every apartment - corner lot! Great opportunity to live in one unit and make money renting the other units This is a must see for any experienced or new investor! Current Tenants have expressed a desire to remain MLS#: A3988421

Windward Bay

$379,000

Longboat Key Canal Front Villa Fully Furnished, Move-in ready 3BD, 2BA, Split Plan Attached Carport, Separate Inside Utility Room Windward Bay Offers: 2 Pools, 2 Tennis Courts, Fitness Ctr. 2 Marinas with available Boat Docks MLS#: A3978884

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This is the one you have been looking for! Seaplace Assoc.

Longboat Key Condo (G6 Building) Partially Updated, Move-in ready 2BD, 2BA Seaplace Offers 2 Pools, 1 Kiddie Pool, 2 Hot Tubs, 3 Tennis Courts, and more! MLS#: A3985138

Direct Gulf View!

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Great Price! Covered Parking! Great Opportunity!

Seaplace Assoc. Longboat Key Condo (G6 Building) Many Updates, Move-in ready 2BD, 2BA Offered Turnkey Furnished, Seaplace Offers 2 Pools, 1 Kiddie Pool, 2 Hot Tubs, 3 Tennis Courts, and more! MLS#: A3987966

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2BR/2Bath fully Renovated Condo with a Great Gulf View! Granite in the Kitchen & Bathrooms, Stainless Steel Appliances Upgraded Cabinets Throughout Seaplace Assoc. Longboat Key Condo (Top Floor, Desirable M1 Building) Offered Turnkey Furnished MLS#: A3989071

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Penthouse Level condo with a view of the Bay! $329,000

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Kyra Strachov discusses her acrylic paintings on canvas with Bob Hammond.

Gated 4BR home plus a separate 2BR guest house on private one acre+ !

Gregg Newhuis explores St. Armands with his dog, Chico.

Art-lovers flock to winter festival on St. Armands

Casual elegance with bayside pool & 2 docks w/lifts. $8,200,000

On Saturday and Sunday, St. Armands Circle was abuzz with more than 175 artists and crafters for the 12th annual St. Armands Winter Art Festival.

The two-day event showcased everything from ceramics and sculptures to jewelry and handmade accessories.

Ricki Levine works on her colorful craft at her booth, Ricki’s Knit & Pearl Creations.

BEACH FRONT ESTATE $3,795,000 100’gulf front estate plus guest house. Beach sunsets & superb privacy.

WESTON POINTE WITH BOAT DOCK $1,075,000 Stunning 3/BR bright & open w/private outdoor living area.

HIDEAWAY BAY SAILBOAT WATER $1,500,000 5BR custom family home w/dock for 50’ boat.

WESTWAY ESTATE ON NEW PASS $8,500,000 4BR home + 4BR guest house. 210’ frontage with dock.

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Rose King and Cheri Schloerke look through Shekina Designs’ hand-painted silk clothing.

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COUNTRY CLUB SHORES $2,495,000 LIGHTHOUSE POINT CUSTOM HOME $3,850,000 4BR custom home w/designer finishes. Deepwater Exquisite 5,000 SF waterfront 4BR home w/ dock. dock w/lift.

NO CDD FEES

Jr Olympic Pool | Fitness Center | 18-Hole Championship Level Golf Course

5 Lighted “Har-Tru” Tennis Courts | Recently Renovated Clubhouse & Dining Facility DREAM ISLAND ROAD $1,624,500 GRAND MARINER BAYSIDE $1,600,000 - $2,400,000 Luxury 3,200 - 3,600 SF 3BR condos with boat docks.

4BR canal home on sailboat water w/dock & lift.

FEATURED OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12PM - 4PM

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SLEEPY LAGOON BAYSIDE ESTATE $2,525,000 Approximately 2 acres, gated drive, tennis, deepwater dock.

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LIGHTHOUSE POINT SPECTACULAR $5,500,000 MEDITERRANEAN BAYFRONT ESTATE $8,700,000 Private master + 3 guest suites. Fabulous indoor/outdoor living. 5BR 10,000 sq. ft. masterpiece. Views plus dock.

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SANDERLING ON SIESTA - Rare over one acre 200’ gulf front estate in a private gated community. $5,500,000

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On Saturday, Jan. 25, Richard Perlman, of Michael Saunders & Co., hosted “Mingle with Madison” at Bayside Villa, a private estate for sale on Longboat Key. Madison Hildebrand, a Los Angeles real estate broker and star of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles,” was the guest of honor. Hildebrand was in Sarasota to headline the Sarasota-Bradenton Spring Home Show.

WATER CLUB - Direct Gulf front 3,400sf 3BR furnished condo in a premier complex. A3957287 $2,500,000

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TESSERA - Downtown bayfront 3 bedroom furnished residence rarely available. A3988085 $1,500,000

Read a Q&A with Madison Hildebrand.

BIRD KEY - Beautifully renovated 4BR canal front residence incl. the kitchen, bathrooms and flooring. A3989659 $1,750,000

LBK BAYFRONT LOT - 115’ wide mid key location w/ deeded beach access. A3971918 $1,975,000

Michael and Katie Moulton with Drayton Saunders

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Greg Geidel and Karen Harding

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Sam and Sacha Rosenfeld with Sue Ann and Jerry Levin NEWLY UPDATED 1ST FLOOR 1BR/1BA with lanai. Water view, four pools, fitness ctr., clubhouse, beachside facility w/restrooms, shower & storage. This condo is rented Jan.15 to Apr. 15, 2014. $220,000 Kelly Belisle #A3984549

FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU! This is the only unit offered for sale in this complex.

Updated, directly on the beach. Turnkey with upscale furnishings. Weekly rentals available. $249,900 Dia Wilson & Mary Moore #M5835428

TROPICAL PARADISE ON BRADENTON BEACH, great income investment. Brand new furnishings. Pet friendly.

Private beach access just steps away. Onsite cafe & gift shop.

Daily rates available. $259,000 Mary Moore & Dia Wilson #M5835837

PENTHOUSE BAY VIEW LBK 2BR/2BA designer furnished, boat docks, beach cabana, pets welcome. A must see. Great complex, shows like a model. Best value on LBK. Hurry! $379,900 Marc Turner #A3926740

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Living and Working on Longboat Key for 40 Years

Cathy C. Meldahl, P.A. Your Longboat Key Community Realtor • Consistent top producer on Longboat Key • In-depth knowledge of the real estate market • Active in our community with Longbeach Village Association Longboat Key Historical Society Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Longboat Key Center for the Arts Longboat Key Garden Club

AMAZING VIEW! Gorgeous white sand beach & Gulf view as you walk thru the door. Nicely furnished w/lg. screened lanai. Gulf to Bay community w/heated pool, tennis & cabana w/BBQ. $550,000 Teresia Bradford #M5812253

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ISLAND STYLE INSPIRED 2BR/2BA unit. Great rental income. Property was completely renovated in 2005. New kitchen & bathrooms. Oversized screened lanai for maximum garden view. $389,000 Mary Moore & Dia Wilson #M5835441

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Completely private 5 BR, 4.5 BA Spanish inspired residence with deeded Bounded

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CUSTOM HOME ON LONGBOAT KEY to be built in the community of Conrad Beach. 3BR/3BA with upgrades too numerous to list. Coastal architectural design.

Early 2014 completion. $1,200,000 Peter and Gina Uliano #M5841410 131402

SPECTACULAR 3BR/3BA canal front pool home in Sleepy Lagoon. Deeded beach access and upgrades galore including a home warranty. $849,000 Dia Wilson & Mary Moore #M5841430

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Cheryl Loeffler, MBA Realtor 941.302.9674 Premier Sotheby’s Top Producing Agent

GOLDEN GATE POINT FROM $3,495,000 AQUA offers eight beautifully appointed full-floor residences directly on Sarasota Bay ranging from 3,800 to 6,700 square feet under air, each with a private two-car garage and an individual boat slip. With a full-time concierge, luxurious state-of-theart amenities and proximity to downtown, AQUA redefines elegance, prestige and gracious living.

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$7,800,000

BAY ISLES – LONGBOAT KEY

$3,995,000

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COUNTRY CLUB SHORES

$1,299,000

MARINA BAY – LONGBOAT KEY

$1,249,000

LONGBOAT KEY

$799,000

BEACHPLACE – LONGBOAT KEY

$629,000

Bayfront estate features 7,000+ SF of quality detailing and finishes.

300’of seawall, 5 bedrooms, home theatre, 4-car garage and huge views.

Fabulous location one in from the open bay, providing dramatic views and protected boating. Renovate or raze to build new.

WEST OF TRAIL

$739,000

Quality is evident in this 3 bedroom, 3 bath, lightly-lived-in custom home built to the highest current standards.

Fantastic new home in the Harbor section with almost 6,000 SF. Truly special custom detailing and design – perfect protected boating.

Light and bright corner unit with over 3,000 sq. ft. of spacious living and enormous wrap around terrace. Panoramic bay views.

PRIVATEER – LONGBOAT KEY

$629,000

Sunny and bright south-facing 8th floor condominium home with full gulf and bay views.

$2,495,000

L’Ambiance 9th floor Sabal residence - 12’ ceilings, furnished.

Outrageous views of Gulf, sunsets and city lights.

Direct bayfront lot in Longboat’s Village.

Build your home and dock on this quiet street.

Light, bright and furnished Beachplace residence with views of the Gulf.

Beautifully updated.

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By Adam Hughes | Research Editor

Longboat Key Towers condo sells for $1,675,000 The following residential real estate transactions took place between Jan. 13 and Jan. 17.

A condominium in Longboat Key Towers tops all transactions in this week’s real estate. Kathleen Bavely, of Sarasota, sold her Unit S-1001 condominium at 601 Longboat Club Road to Elliott Hilsinger, trustee, of Cincinnati, for $1,675,000.

Built in 1970, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,420 square feet of living area.

It previously sold for $1.65 million in 2006.

BUILDING PERMITS These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Jan. 17 through Jan. 23, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive) Address 5931 GMD 2008 Harbourside Drive 749 Hideaway Bay Drive 6201 GMD 3000 Harbourside Drive 433 Firehouse Court 713 Penfield St. 1935 GMD 713 Norton St.

2301 GMD 3527 Fair Oaks Lane 1125 Bogey Lane 561 Cutter Lane 2016 Harbourside Drive 570 Golf Links Lane 7175 GMD 3740 GMD

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Walter and Nancy Grahn, of Sarasota, sold their Unit 611 condominium at 1211 Gulf of Mexico Drive to Robert Flaum and Nancy Kaplan-Flaum, of Scarsdale, N.Y., for $1,275,000. Built in 1985, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,273 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $670,000 in 1998.

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Aldo and Sheila Botti, of Burr Ridge, Ill., sold their home at 3600 Bayou Circle to Buckswild Properties LLC for $729,000.

Built in 1981, it has two bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,934 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $640,000 in 2003.

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Unit S-1001 at Longboat Key Towers has three bedrooms, three baths, and 2,420 square feet of living area. It sold for $1,675,000.

$500,000. Built in 1956, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,665 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $436,000 in 2009.

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James and Gail Sherer, of Bradenton, sold their Unit 208 condominium at 5757 Gulf of Mexico Drive to Janet and Philip Cady, of Longboat Key, for $519,000. Built in 1974, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,561 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $390,000 in 2000.

Jason and Stephenie Minor, of Grapevine, Texas, sold their home at 737 Norton St. to David Industrial Partners Inc. for

Ella Russell, of Lubbock, Texas, sold her Unit 13 condominium at 4621 Gulf of Mexico Drive to Ross and Valerie Schneiderman, of Ridgefield, Conn., for $320,000. Built in 1972, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 900 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $60,000 in 1984.

Permit Pool Alteration Pool/spa Elevator Window and door Roof Re-roof Alteration Lift/dock Sliding doors and windows Spa Pool resurfacing Lift/dock Alteration Pool cage Windows Windows

and Robert Elfont, of Sarasota, sold their Unit 5-A condominium at 1700 Benjamin Franklin Drive to Stephen Piazza, of Cos Cob, Conn., for $527,500. Built in 1968, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,492 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $180,000 in 1996.

Lido Towers

Lido Regency

Joseph and Regina Platano and Paula

U.S. Bank, trustee, sold the Unit 501 condominium at 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive to Kenneth and Rose Krutt, of Win-

Applicant Pamela Ketchum Nicholas Florio Robert Hanna Michael Cecchi LB 500 LLC Triple J Eldred Realty LLC Terry Alexander Marinell Baker Wendy Leakeas

Amount $78,478 $55,000 $45,000 $25,000 $24,632 $19,355 $19,271 $18,500 $16,790

Muriel Klosterman Thomas Sappenfield William Calpin Franklin Ward Judson Sinclair John Hoskins Steven Lakamp David Kroll

$12,711 $11,995 $9,035 $9,000 $8,500 $5,172 $2,300 $300

chester, Mass., for $351,000. Built in 1980, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,293 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $650,000 in 2005.

Federal National Mortgage Association sold the Unit 503 condominium at 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive to Christopher and Janice Amstutz, of Sarasota, for $216,000. Built in 1980, it has one bedroom, one-and-a-half baths and 813 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $337,000 in 2004.

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1777 Irving St #A3985909 $799,000 Susan Fox

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1926 Harbourside Dr # 1301 #A3991171 $629,000 Jennifer Putnam

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8640 Dolce Ln #A3986435 $499,900 Cathi Reali

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-232-8200

1459 Bay Point Dr #A3987520 $8,250,000 Kim & Michael Ogilvie

4485 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 503 #A3979554 $499,000 Steve Magner

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-376-8559

448 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # A305 #A3965898 $440,000 Diana Kryszak

Longboat Key 941-388-4447 941-993-4078

1965 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 5405 #A3991138 $415,000 Terri Derr

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-356-6694

1602 Stickney Point Rd # 404 #A3989275 $395,000 Julia McClung

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-356-6499

690 Linley St #A3967460 $390,000 Tama Traberman

Sarasota 941-951-6660 941-376-1717

Longboat Key 941-383-5502 941-225-3351

1930 Harbourside Dr # 124 #A3982406 $359,900 Saint Cacchiotti

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8160 Nice Way #A3983599 $359,900 Anna Kaminski

4765 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # B102 #A3974664 $2,825,000 Nell Leffel

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-374-3200

4380 Exeter Dr # 206 #A3990374 $335,000 Maureen Doherty

Longboat Key 941-951-6660 941-993-3159

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-932-0032

2522 Mapleloft Rd #A3990267 $325,000 Judy C Beck

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-320-2825

4598 Guava Ct #A3987578 $315,000 Klaus Lang

Sarasota 941-383-7591 941-320-1223

6750 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 148 #A3978064 $300,000 Tammy Mast

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-256-6543

2307 Cass St #A3985230 $299,900 Brigitte Von Kessel

Sarasota 941-383-7591 941-266-2174

4400 Exeter Dr # 202 #A3983983 $297,500 Sharon Freeman

Longboat Key 941-388-4447 941-545-0899

7688 Fairway Woods Dr # 1501 #A3983334 $290,000 Michael Moulton

Sarasota 941-383-7591 941-928-3559

7360 Mara Vista Dr # 26 #A3988023 $287,900 Susan Katanic

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-400-0601

3627 Country Place Blvd #A3990918 $279,500 Eileen Prisco

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-812-1293

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Kelsey Grau

+ Tampa restaurateurs buy St. Armands building Tampa restaurateurs Mark and Jeff Levey purchased the 5,950-square-foot former Tokyo Restaurant building, 29 N. Blvd. of the Presidents on St. Armands Circle, for $2.7 million. Seller Biel REO LLC purchased the property for $3.19 million in June 2012.

Built in 1966, the two-story building was renovated in 2006 and later changed to an Asian theme for a Japanese steakhouse. The property was sold with a fully equipped kitchen, bar and dining areas on both levels. In addition, the building includes an elevator and separate entrances for each level. The building is currently vacant.

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and also receive scores higher than 9.25 on a 10-point scale on customer satisfaction surveys.

Benny Parrish, manager at Cannons, accepted the award at the Grady-White dealer meeting Dec. 4, in Greenville, N.C. “Wow, 15 years. I’m so proud,” said David Miller, owner of Cannons Marina, in a prepared statement. “We strive to do a good job, and it’s nice when a fantastic company like Grady-White confirms that you are doing a good job.”

The Miller family has owned Cannons Marina for 59 years.

“We care about our customers and we basically want to make sure that they have a good and safe day out on the boat,” Miller said. “The way we do that is by providing them with the best boats available, like Grady-White, and by making sure we offer impeccable customer service. That’s the winning formula.”

Joey Weller, vice president of sales at Grady-White, confirmed that Cannons is one of its top dealers.

“It’s clearly evident that Cannons Marina is committed to its customers, is extremely knowledgeable of our products and strives to deliver the ultimate boating experience,” Weller said in a news release. “When you incorporate the positive sales and service experience its customers are receiving, Cannons Marina is sure to be successful for years to come.”

6051 Gulf Of Mexico Dr #A3983113 $3,795,000 Ann Martin

Longboat Key 941-388-4447 941-356-7717

571 Putting Green Ln #A3984052 $2,245,000 Sylvia Zimmerman

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-350-5022

35 Watergate Dr # 1606 #A3990187 $2,100,000 Barbara Dumbaugh

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-350-3743

3532 Mistletoe Ln #A3981859 $1,795,000 Marcia Salkin

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-376-6121

531 Yardarm Ln #A3980172 $1,649,000 Maureen Horn & Bill Weed

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-539-3384

475 E Royal Flamingo Dr #A3983861 $1,630,000 John August

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-320-9795

128 Golden Gate Pt # 202A #A3978317 $1,595,000 Peggy Mock

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-356-3584

572 Gunwale Ln #A3980750 $1,499,000 Jenifer Schwell

Longboat Key 941-388-4447 941-780-0968

3548 Fair Oaks Ln #A3989481 $1,498,000 Richard Perlman

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-228-8580

601 Longboat Club Rd # 201S #A3987049 $1,495,000 Hannerle Moore

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-387-7300

240 Sands Point Rd # 4605 #A3990579 $1,150,000 Ian Addy Pa

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-961-8850

+ New boutique opens in former + Cannons receives 15th ScoopDaddy’s location consecutive Grady-White award Mimi Albright recently opened Sea

4830 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # V-11 #A3987845 $279,000 Bobbi Banan

2633 Pursell Cir #A3986454 $249,900 Sherri Mills

3318 Sheffield Cir #A3982859 $219,000 Jessika Arman

Sarasota 941-383-7591 941-350-7112

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-587-4202

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4235 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # G203 #A3936274 $239,000 Eileen Burke

Longboat Key 941-388-4447 941-356-2659

Maiden Inc. at 19C N. Blvd. of the Presidents on St. Armands Circle.

The boutique offers clothing, bags, jewelry, shoes and gifts and is located in the 1,200-square-foot space ScoopDaddy’s previously occupied. Call 388-2023.

5270 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 508 Longboat Key #A3967568 $3,600-$6,200/month, 30 day min Diann Thelen 941-552-4200

4234 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # X2 Longboat Key #A3989623 $2,000-$4,000/month, 30 day min Diann Thelen 941-552-4200

2424 Ringling Blvd #A3987763 $249,000 Julie Jordan

6750 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 179 #A3897503 $189,900 Sandi Layfield

Sarasota 941-388-4447 941-388-4447

Longboat Key 941-383-5502 941-914-2807

RE N TA L

Cannons Marina received Grady-White Boat’s Admiral’s Circle Award for the 15th consecutive year.

Membership in the Admiral’s Circle is open to dealerships that achieve the highest level in retail sales for the model year

450 Gulf Of Mexico Dr # 0 #A3988132 Diann Thelen

Longboat Key $2,500 941-552-4200

VA C AT I O N R E N TA L S 6633 Gulf Of Mexico Dr #A3989550 $22,000,000 Deborah Beacham

Mid Longboat 383.5502 • South Longboat 383.7591 • St. Armands 388.4447 Main Street 951.6660 • Palmer Ranch 966.8000 • Siesta Key 349.3444

Longboat Key 941-383-7591 941-376-2688

White Sands of Longboat whitesandsoflongboat.com 800.230.2428

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THE ART OF BUSINESS

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014

by Kelsey Grau | Community Editor

Chamber shows artistic side at monthly gathering On Thursday, Jan. 23, the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted Business After Hours, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design.

Local professionals networked while admiring unique pieces at the Arts Center.

fine wine

by Kelsey Grau | Community Editor

Loretta Parker and Nikki Pertofsky

Helen and Gary Chan with Nancy Smith

Tasting benefits birds at SOS On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Harry’s Continental Kitchens held a wine tasting on its restaurant patio that benefited the Save Our Seabirds Organization. Guests enjoyed a large sampling of wines, along with hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment.

Photos by Kelsey Grau

Alan Hazley, Alan Hazley Financial, Tina Rudek, Engel & Völkers Realty, and Vince LaPorta, Longboat Key Club and Resort

Jack Elka, Jack Elka Photography, and Irina LaRose, Design 2000

Photos by Kelsey Grau

Carl and Ruth Meyers

Victoria Jacobson, executive assistant of the Longboat Key Chamber Pat Fairris with Geri Riley, Sandy LaRose and Pat Mock, all of Commerce of Design 2000

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WATERFORD COMFORTER: cream w/beautiful stripe, floral design, king/queen size w/2 european shams, $100 o/b/o. 941-387-0523.

Autos For Sale 2003 MERCEDES E320. Beautiful classic black, leather, garage kept, 125,000 miles with another 125,000 to go! Call 349-4835 to see, $11,999.

89’ VOLVO 740 GLE: 100,500/miles, white, excellent condition. Great second car. Must sell. $2800 o/b/o. 941-383-5005.

Autos Wanted WE BUY CARS. TOP $$ PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES. Call Hawley Motors, 941-923-3421.

Boat Slips For Rent/Sale 45’ BOAT Slip for rent: Longboat Key Moorings.

941-812-3395 60’ BOAT Slip for Sale. Longboat Key Moorings.

Slip H-12, prime location outside the restaurant.

713-552-1101, 713-725-3453.

BOAT SLIP for rent, Third level LBK Boathouse.

Up to 29'. 941-444-7181.

BOAT SLIP for sale. Boathouse, S. LBK, fully enclosed, top level, S.W. corner, will accommodate 32/ft. boat. Make an offer. Mark, 941-383-4381 bradtma@yahoo.com BOAT SLIP in quiet, scenic, secure, LBK marina. $11/ft. www.dockonthebaylbk.com 941-302-3440.

BOAT SLIP on Longboat Key, Boat House.

Unit-2124, on first level. For Rent/Sale. $295/mo.

Minimum 6/mos. 708-267-6704.

DRY STORAGE BOAT SLIP. Indoor dry storage at Dry dock / Boathouse for boat up to 30’. Top rack. $275/mo. South Longboat. Call 941-350-6686.

LBK MOORINGS; 45’ slip near bay for rent by owner. Good monthly or longer rates.

941-383-3103.

LONGBOAT KEY: Indoor boat slip for rent. Top Level, 30/ft. length x 8/ft 6” beam x 9/ft. 10” height. 941-806-8500.

NEW YEAR, New LOW rents from private owner in high and dry Marina. Excellent boating location.

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Boats Boats are selling Extremely well. Let’s talk about selling yours. Keeping it simple, “Business on a Handshake.” We buy boats too. www.Islandboatsales.net 941-228-3489.

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LBK: TIFFANY Plaza Beachfront Condos, 1st floor, 2BR/2BA, W/D in units, walk out to beach.

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February 1st, 8am-12pm 3710 GMD - Gulfshore Park

General Merchandise 325 BOOK TENNIS LIBRARY Pro tennis players collection.

New and rare books in mint condition.

Cost estimate $8000+.

One of a kind historic collection. $2800 941-400-8547

Merchandise Wanted SENIOR LOOKING to purchase precious metals, time pieces, coins, jewelry and antiques. Please call Marc, 941-321-0707.

WE BUY Fine Quality Antiques Chinese Antiques; Jade, Porcelain, Ivory, Bronze, Coral, Paintings and other works of art. Fine art, watches, jewelry, and entire estates. We are now accepting consignments for future auctions.

Manatee Galleries, Inc. 941.722.4800 or email us at: info@manateegalleries.com.

Storage STORAGE FACILITY Boat/ RV/ Trailer. Secure facility, low monthly rentals, Clark Rd area.

941-809-3660, 941-809-3662.

Positions Wanted CAM, CFCAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM designations seeking 300+ units in HOA or Condominium to manage. Real Estate licensed. Excellent references.

Please contact: pnbresume@yahoo.com or 941.685.0500.

Condos/Apts. For Rent BEACHPlACE, lBk. Casual beachfront living in 2BR/2BA, balcony condo. Olympic pool, health club, tennis courts. Available June through December, $2500/mo. Also available January through March, $5000/mo. Call for info. Contact Elizabeth/NYC. 212-570-2950.

L’AMBIANCE, LONGBOAT Key Club: Beach front 2/bedroom, 3/bath condo on high floor with 270° views over the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay and LBK Club. Sunrises, sunsets over the water thru floor to ceiling windows in all rooms. View at: www.thephotos.smugmug.com/WaterFront/LBKCondo

LUXURY CONDO available for season. Fairway Bay property on Longboat Key, 2BR/2BA, 400 square foot walk-out, and walk-down overlooking the Bay. Wheelchair accessible and full amenities including washer/dryer in unit, Wi-Fi and cable services. Covered parking and full security, access to walking and biking paths from your front door.

Unit is available in season at $6,200.00/month effective February 1st, and for a long-term rental price is negotiable. Non-smoking unit. If interested please email: kimberleynyc@hotmail.com

Condos For Sale

BY OWNER: INN ON THE BEACH: LONGBOAT KEY CLUB. Private club suite, turnkey, tennis, Golf course view, 650/sq.ft. $349,000.

708-267-6704.

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MARINA BAY: Largest condo under 1 million.

3BR/2.5BA, 3,100 sq. ft. Incredible views. Brooke O’Malley, CLUB REALTY. 941-726-2677

Homes For Sale GOLF COURSE ESTATES BRADENTON Remodeled 4BR, 2.5 Bath pool home by Bradenton County Club. Beautifully landscaped with caged pool. Features wood floors, stainless appliances, solar system & much more! $384,900.

Call Christine Sampson @ Re/Max Alliance for more info.

LBK: SANDS POINT 1BR/2BA, annual, unfurnished. Behind gates at Islandside. Water view. Non-smoking, No Pets. 941-383-3702.

WANTED LUXURY ANNUAL RENTALS For Qualified Waiting Clients Contact - Sarasota Luxury Rentals 941-225-1356 email: info@sarasotaluxuryrentals.com Personalized attention with professional honest advice.

25 Years Experience - References available WANTED SEASONAL Rental: 3 1/2 months December 15th, 2014 through March 31, 2015.

2BR/2BA, Internet, land phone. Non-smoking.

317-341-0404, mbfleming05@gmail.com

Vacation/Seasonal Rentals A BEACHPLACE LBK Condo. Beachfront, 2BR/2BA. Elegantly furnished, internet access, heated pool, covered parking, exercise room.

Available May, June, Aug., Sept., Oct., Dec., 2014.

Non-smoking/ pets. By owner. 941-383-1884.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, beachfront seasonal rental penthouse and direct Gulf front. Totally renovated. Absolutely gorgeous. South end of Longboat. $6000/mo. Sylvia Babineau, My Realty Co. 941-504-0551.

Exceptional Vacation Rentals Since 1994 Homes & Condominiums Studios to Six Bedrooms Beachfront, Intercoastal or Garden Excellent Service & Staff FloRIDA VACATIon ConnECTIon

Lots/Acreage For Sale BIRD KEY. Prime Sarasota Bay lot. SSE exposure.

Waiting for your dream house. For sale by owner.

No brokers please. 631 Mourning Dove. See our lot on www.forsalebyowner.com. $2,800,000.

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LBK C.C. SHORES. Book now for next year. 3BR/2BA/2CC, laminated floors. Vacation paradise home w/dock, large heated pool, lanai w/electric shutters, king sized bed, Wi-Fi, plasma TVs, phone, cable. No pets/non-smoking.

Sleeps 5. Laundry room w/W/D, walk to beach.

For photos: homeawayrental.com, Property ID#257978. $4900/mo. Owner, 941-504-1492.

WATERFRONT: SPECTACULAR VIEWS: Sat., February 1, 11:00a.m.-3p.m., 840 Tarawitt Dr. $1,239,000. 941-650-9761.

LIDO BEACH CONDOMINIUMS Weekly - Monthly - Seasonal

DOUBLE LOT, by owner. Gulf Bay Rd, LBK. Asking $375K. Property and street are surrounded

by Durante Park; deeded gulf and bay access rights. 941-400-4622.

Call 203-984-8477 or email garment@optonline.net LBK PORTOBELLO BEACH FRONT: 2BR/2BA Condo on 4th floor.

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Weekly rates. Lido Dorset. Rental condo.

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CUSTOM PAINTING, Wallpaper Removal.

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Pressure Washing. Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repairs. Reasonable. Reliable. Professional.

30+/years experience. References available.

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Waterfront Property WATERFRONT “Million Dollar View” - FSBO. Go to: www.tarawittdrive.com Brokers paid.

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Adult Care Services

Reservations: 941-383-5549 Fax: 941-383-7925

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Weekly/ Monthly/ Seasonal Rates Beachfront, Bayfront and In Between Houses or Condos Reservations 941-383-6127 Visa/ MC 800-352-0367 5360 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Suite 101 Longboat Key, FL 34228 Rental office 9a.m. - 5p.m. M-F Ask about our special rates!

Wagner Realty Since 1939 www.wagnerrentals.com LONGBOAT KEY. Gulf front, heated pool on beach, 1BR/1BA condo, full kitchen, dining, sleeps/4, king pillowtop. 617-328-7145, 857-939-1049.

MARCH. PRIVATE home with large pool and spa.

3 Minute walk to beach. Piano, luxury adjustable beds. $6000. Owner. 941-374-3642.

ON THE Gulf w/pool. 1BR condo, sleeps 4. Nicely furnished, cable, phone, full kitchen, living, dining area, W/D in building. Weekly or Monthly. May through January. $1600/mo. 941-351-5101.

SEAHORSE BEACH Resort: Unit 218. Waterfront, 1BR, sleeps 4. Discount rate. Available 2/2/14 through 2/18/14. Call Ed 313-999-6201.

READY TO GET ORGANIZED? Organizing is my passion! Let me tackle your cupboards, closets, junk drawer, bathrooms, home office, laundry area, etc. A small project, a room, or your entire home.

Special January offer: Free consultation/needs assessment. Call Donna on LBK at 941-539-0254.

Computer Services

Office Open 7 Days, 9a.m. - 5p.m.

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Extra Large Heated Gulf View Swimming Pool!

BRAZILIAN CLEANING Service by Maria.

Residential/ Commercial. Meticulous Cleaning.

Excellent References. Free Estimates. Reliable.

Lic./ Ins. 941-400-3342.

CLEANING BY Pauline. Housesitting, etc. Great references. Longboat Key. 941-358-0563.

Provides home healthcare from as little as 4 hours to 24/7 care.

For more info Phone: 941-809-3725 License #230506 & #30211577 CNA SERVICES: drive to appointments, meals prepared, every day chores. P/T-F/T. Excellent references. Experienced. 941-807-9975.

RN OF 37 years will help you or your husband in your home. Call 561-886-7863.

Air Conditioning GULFSIDE A/C & Heating, LLC. SALES & SERVICE, FREE ESTIMATES! 10 MINUTE RESPONSE. Visa/MC/Disc. Lic. #CAC1816929 941-962-6863.

Auto Transport SHIP YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV anywhere in the United States. Great rates, fast quotes. Call Hawley Motors, 941-923-3421.

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OWN A MAC/iPHONE/iPAD? MacTutor has 21+ years experience teaching Apple products.

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Licensed - Insured - LBK Resident References upon request.

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JOHN GUBERNAT SERVICES Residential/ Commercial. Handyman Repairs, Roof Repairs, Coatings, Painting, Power Washing, Property Management, Home Watching. LBK Resident. Lic./Ins. 941-962-4867.

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Pet Services DOGGY HOTEL/GROOMING. 24 Hour Daycare.

FREE Daycare with groom (we are the best).

3925 Brown Avenue behind Sleep King. doggyhotel.net 941-554-4620.

PERMANENT RESIDENT on Longboat Key. 25 years as a pet nanny. Long list of references. Would like to meet your 4 legged child. 941-552-8881, Cell: 404-985-1457.

Transportation ISLAND SEDAN Serving Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, West Bradenton and St. Armands Towncar Service Rates: To or From: Tampa International Airport: $80 St. Pete/Clearwater Airport: $75 Sarasota/Bradenton Airport: $35 Call for rates to other locations Gratuities not included.

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TIFFANY PLAZA on LBK, beachfront condo. 2nd floor unit. Sweeping views of Gulf, private heated pool, steps to beach. 2 bedrooms 2 baths including large master with views. Available now through end of March. 1 month minimum. Please contact Jennifer, 863-370-6996.

FRIDAYS NOW OPEN 8A.M.-8P.M. FULL MENU AVAILABLE BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER

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Nokomis, Casey Key $9,450,000 6/5.5 Annette Ayers 941-388-3966 MLS#A3973482

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Longboat Key, Sanctuary $1,849,900 3/2.5 Patrick DiPinto 941-387-1871 MLS#A3986851 78626

Longboat Key, Grand Bay $1,575,000 2/2.5 Roger Pettingell 941-387-1840 MLS#A3985018 73028

Longboat Key, Manchester Bay $2,350,000 5/4.5 Judy Kepecz-Hays 941-387-1825 MLS#A3986248 77457

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Gracias Thanks Danke Grazie ありがとう Obrigado Mainland Sarasota Ritz Carlton Tower $1,595,000 Mike Greve, 941-383-6411 Discover classic comfort, classic style in this distinguished condo. MLS#A3986886 73032 Alinari $459,900 Barbara Standish, 941-504-9458 2/2 w/beautiful bay views! W/in walking distance to downtown Sarasota. MLS#A3989592 73017 Heritage Oaks $300,000 Glen Ridgeway, 941-388-3966 Golf course, exercise rooms. A stylish sparkle is yours with this condo. MLS#A3990603 44934

The Keys Sarasota, Bird Key $1,195,000 4/3 Roger Pettingell 941-387-1840 MLS#A3989013 79231

Beachplace $629,000 Maggie Hicks, 941-387-1860 Gift yourself with gracious styling in this exceptional 2BR/2BA condo. MLS#A3989286 77466 Tidy Island $574,900 Michelle Musto, 941-387-1882 Verify for yourself the charms of this wonderful 3BR/2+BA condo. MLS#A3976683 74448 Seaplace $339,900 Sandy Endres, 941-387-1861 Direct Gulf-front 2BR/2BA; newly painted; new carpet; no lanai. MLS#A3972984 79215 Open Sat/Sun 1-4pm. 4234 Gulf Of Mexico Drive V2, Longboat Key. $330,000 Phil Schneider, 941-525-2818 Direct Bay views; pet friendly; open through the week also. MLS#A3985289 78627 Diplomat $225,000 Marie Antinore, 941-387-1872 This 1st FL Gulf front studio is furnished and a great investment property. MLS#A3986770

Manatee Not In Subdivision $649,000 Ray Nesci, 941-387-1881 2lots combined 161 front Palma Sola Bay. Build for bay views & to flood req MLS#A3989353 73031

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ROOST Other artists have big-city dreams, but Tim Jaeger sees Sarasota as a blank canvas.

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THE ROOST Other artists have big-city dreams, but Tim Jaeger sees Sarasota as a blank canvas.

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rtist Tim Jaeger spent a few summers living in a 900-year-old chateau/ vineyard/ and animal sanctuary in southern France beginning in 2008. In a conversation about his career, Jaegar mentions this almost as an afterthought, yet the experience was considerably influential.

It’s why he started painting roosters, the series for which he’s most well known.

Ah, the mark of a prolific artist.

Jaeger posts up on a red chair where he is drinking coffee from a blue plastic cup in his garage-turned-studio-space off University Parkway. Jaeger is a Sarasota-based artist thriving in this city — and he’s proud to paint it red, blue, yellow or any other color he chooses.

Behind him are four canvases painted with loose sketches

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“It takes a lot of work to survive as an artist; you have to go triple time in order to go single time,” Tim Jaeger says.

of Sarasota Ballet dancers; he is just beginning to work on them — one of his many projects. Jaeger dons bright yellow flip-flops in 50-degree weather and his gray Tshirt and jeans are as paint-splattered as a Pollock.

He explains that the owners of the chateau split their time between France and Sarasota, where they met Jaeger at the now-defunct Canvas Café in Towles Court — Jaeger was the gallery director at the restaurant/gallery. The couple covered his expenses in France as a commission for two of his works and a wine-bottle label.

“I was the artist guy walking around the south of France drinking wine and painting animals,” he says with a laugh.

His studio was on an overgrown portion of the property in Montret, France. Occasionally, he’d buy a rooster at the market, take it back to his studio and let it roam around while he painted it. The animal sanctuary’s collection of roosters grew to more than 30 while Jaeger lived at what he lovingly refers to as “the most heavenly art jail.” There wasn’t a phone, computer or TV, and Jaeger doesn’t speak French — the

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This relationship is exemplary of the kind of networks Jaeger has built since moving to Sarasota from Kentucky in 1998, when he started his education at Ringling College of Art and Design. It’s why the charismatic artist’s name is all over Sarasota.

“There’s always something I’m doing,” he says.

Jaeger just painted one of the six pianos featured in the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County’s public art project. Go figure, there’s a rooster on it. He works at Selby Gallery helping with the day-to-day operations of the teaching gallery. He curated the “All in the Family” exhibit at The Ice House and will curate the David Budd retrospective there this spring. He founded Sarasota Visual Arts, an online visual art news source relating to Sarasota and surrounding communities.

He’s represented by State of the Arts Gallery. His work is featured at trendy restaurant Indigenous and at former Sarasota chef Derek Barnes’ new establishment in Bradenton. And he just joined the Public Art Committee.

Out of all his activites, Jaeger is particularly excited about his new collaborative series featuring Sarasota Ballet dancers. Jaeger gets up from the chair and flips through a series of black-andwhite photographs he took at their rehearsals for John Ringling’s Circus Nutcracker.

He points to a photo of two boys snacking on Cheez-Its in the corner during rehearsal. He shows

another of two dancers having a conversation — one is nonchalantly en pointe. He turns these photos into sketches and then into paintings. Right now, he’s working on a painting of one dancer fixing the broken strap of another dancer’s costume. He’s hoping to break down the persona of the perfect ballerina by focusing on their daily lives. He has wanted to do this project combining visual arts with the performance arts for awhile.

“I think it’s really all tied together in the end,” he says. “When we work as a community, we can share experiences and ideas and we just get stronger.”

Jaegar says it’s difficult to succeed as a fine artist. It’s a myth that someone is going to stumble across your studio and find you — young artists need to do the legwork. Jaeger worked four or five jobs to supplement his income when he first graduated in 2002; he did everything from hanging paintings, to dog-sitting and creating logos for guns. He hates it when people ask him why he doesn’t live in a big city.

“We have the resources here,” he says.

He advises younger artists to plug in to the arts scene and meet people. He doesn’t understand why they’d want to go to a big city — the blank canvas for success is here. Plus, he says, there is a beach, a nice downtown, impeccable food, the sunshine, a community of enthusiasts and great organizations that support the arts.

“Why would I want to move?” he says.

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‘Last Lists of My Mad Mother’ 8 p.m. at The Players Theatre Runs through Feb. 9.

Tickets $15. Call 365-2494.

Masterworks Series: ‘Colors of Love’ Sarasota Orchestra 8 p.m. at Neel Performing Arts Center (Thursday) 8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (Friday and Saturday) 2:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (Sunday) Tickets $30 to $84. Call 953-3434.

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7th annual Grand Ovation Noon at Main Street, Lakewood Ranch. Free. Call 757-1548.

Recital Series: Ritz Chamber Players Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota 7:30 p.m. at Historic Asolo Theater Runs through Sunday.

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‘R. Luke Dubois — Now’ The Ringling On display through May 4.

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Winterfest at the Park 10 a.m. at Philippi Estate Park Free. Call 379-0951.

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if the painting requires things, when I need them, I go through my sketchbook and find them. (I used sketches) from the corner of Palm Avenue and Main Street where there is an outdoor café.

I have lunch there quite often and I make sketches of people going by and I used that in my sketchbook. The trees in the background and some of the architecture is from Santa Barbara, and there’s probably some French stuff in there, too.”

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‘Delval Divas’ runs through Feb. 9, at Island Players.

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John Goodman passes Sarasota Concert Association baton IF YOU GO East Coast Chamber Orchestra East Coast Chamber Orchestra is a collective of musicians from renowned orchestras and chamber groups from around the world. They play less than 10 concerts a year.

When: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5 Where: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail Cost: Tickets are $40 to $70 Info: Call 955-0040 or visit scasarasota.org.

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“The board is in good hands with the new president, Joy McIntyre,” says John Goodman, former president of Sarasota Concert Association. formances sell out. In 2003, he joined the board, and in 2005 he became president.

As president, he’s proud the organization was always in the black — even through the recession. He’s also proud that it is an amiable board full of people willing to serve a great deal of time.

The challenges the group faces are the same with other classical-

music groups around the country — namely, attracting a younger audience. He also thinks it is becoming more difficult to fill a season with household names in this genre because there is not the same exposure to classical music as 30 years ago. He hopes it can continue without having to sacrifice the original intention of focusing on classical music.

“We shouldn’t sell out,” he says. “Either we have to find an audience for the real thing we are offering or don’t offer it.”

He doesn’t think all of the board members agree with him on this aspect, but he doesn’t want to be a backseat driver. For now, he’s content in letting his friend Joy McIntyre run the ship — it’s in good hands, he says. His plea is that people spread the word about what he thinks is an exceptional series.

“I think that the (people) who value SCA need to promote it,” he says. “It’s one of the very rich cultural organizations in the city, and I think we’d be very poor without it both for the Great Performers Series and for Munchtime Musicales.”

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The former president of Sarasota Concert Association’s past career was teaching music theory and composition at Boston University School of Music — it’s no wonder the pianist gravitates toward those like himself.

He’s been playing since he was 3 years old.

For the past 69 years, Sarasota Concert Association has brought contemporary classical-music performers from around the world to perform in its Great Performers Series at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Tickets range from $40 to $75, or less if you purchase a subscription series. Its mission is to provide as inexpensive tickets as possible.

It also hosts Munchtime Musicales, a series of free community concerts featuring local artists.

Goodman was the president of SCA for eight years. In April, the association named Joy McIntyre as its new president. She was Goodman’s friend and former colleague from Boston University since 1987.

SCA is honoring his service at a luncheon featuring a performance by Metropolitan Opera baritone Jason Stearns at 11:30

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Sarasota Orchestra and Gloria Musicae give a behind-the-scenes look All eyes are on Maestro Andrew Lane, Sarasota Orchestra’s Pops Series conductor. He raises his hands cueing Sarasota Orchestra, the three guest Broadway artists and chorus, Gloria Musicae. It’s Thursday Jan. 23, the day before Sarasota Orchestra’s first Pops Series concert “Broadway Bound.”

The show is sold out both nights at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

There’s a drum kit, an electric guitar and an electric bass. Musicians don jeans for rehearsal, and musician jokes are cracked between playing and singing.

It’s the kind of thing you don’t typically get to see.

Every musician learned the familiar show tunes before rehearsing with his or her respective groups (as any professional musician would).

Though, it came a little easier for the guest vocalists who have performed some of the music hundreds of times. For instance, Susan Egan, the original Belle in Broadway’s “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” who also starred on Broadway as Millie in “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” sang a few songs from this repertoire. It was the same for the other two guests artists, Gary Mauer and Christiane Noll.

The musicians had different scores from the vocalists, who had different scores from the vocal ensemble, who had a different score from Andrew Lane — but with a few little pencil marks, it came together nicely.

The hardest part of the process was getting the show tunes out of the musicians’ heads once the concert ended.

IF YOU GO Sarasota Orchestra Pops Series: Satchmo, Fats & The Duke When: 8 p.m. Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 Where: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail Cost: Tickets $32 to $69 Info: Call 953-3434 or visit sarasotaorchestra.org.

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THEATER // ‘Other Desert Cities’

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Call it the boiling-frog trick. Put the frog in the pot and turn up the heat. Do it slowly, and the frog never notices. Baitz’s play starts out in sitcom land. Slowly, slowly, it takes you into the boxing ring — as it should.

A good play is like a prize fight. The playwright announces the contenders. In this corner: a liberal writer. In that corner: her oldschool Republican parents. Fight!

The fight feels rigged at first. You get the sense the playwright tied Lyman and Polly’s hands behind their backs to make them easy targets for Republican bashing. Lyman is a Hollywood actor who specialized in death scenes and found a second life as a rightwing policy flack. J. Kenneth Campbell plays him with the right note of Ted Baxter slickness. Polly (Lauren Klein) is a Texas fireball with an acid wit and an absolute conviction that the right way and her way are the same thing. Mom and Dad feel like upscale Archie Bunkers; strawmen, designed to be dislikable. And, boy, does Brooke dislike them. Her memoir indicts them for her brother’s suicide — a bomb she drops at Christmas. Brooke’s body language indicts

them, too.

Lucy Lavely plays this character as a smoldering mass of need, hurt and anger. But, in her passive-aggressive way, Brooke is just as combative as her mom — and the fight goes on. Brooke’s brother, Trip, and her aunt stay safely behind the ropes while making color commentary. Trip seems to be the only one with any sense in the Wyeth family. Benjamin Williamson plays him with the knowing sneer of a young Jack Nicholson. Brooke’s addled Aunt Silda has her own kind of sense. It’s an intermittent intelligence, flickering on and off like an old neon sign. Caroline Michel gets into this character’s skin. Her performance is a comic, crowd-pleasing delight.

The Wyeth bout unfolds in the arena of a mid-century modern manse crafted by Judy Gailen. This family may be miserable, but they live in a really cool house.

So, who wins the fight?

That would be telling. At root, fights about politics are fights about philosophy. There’s an obvious philosophical counter to Brooke’s blame: Your brother had blood on his hands.

Blame him, not us. It’s the obvious thing to say, but her parents never say it. Strawmen, right? Wrong. What I assumed was dishonesty was a feint. Baitz cleverly tricks you into buying Brooke’s damning judgment of her parents. He gets you on Brooke’s side. He manipulates you into believing the character assassination of a book you haven’t read.

Then he hits you with his final sucker punch.

I won’t spoil it. But I will say: The arguments of the Left and Right can feel as scripted as championship wrestling. Each has its stock cast of good guys and bad guys. Each has its standard rants. But the human heart is more complicated than that. The human family is, too.

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America has been the arena for a running brawl between the Left and Right since before Upton Sinclair was in diapers. For some, the factional fight is a family feud.

The Asolo Rep’s production of Jon Robin Baitz’s “Other Desert Cities” introduces us to one such family. Meet the Wyeths! They’re an HBO sitcom-worthy grab bag of dysfunctionality. They’re living in Palm Springs — and learning lessons about life and love.

Aunt Silda is a happy dry drunk. Mom and Dad are two rock-ribbed Reagan Republicans named Polly and Lyman. Their son, Trip, produces a cheesy reality TV show. Their daughter, Brooke, is a writer who just can’t make it in the real world.

Baitz (a Hollywood refusnik) draws us in with happy sitcom rhythms. It’s a trick. You put your guard down — then he hits you.

Dark material surfaces, written material.

After a long bout of writer’s block and a spell in a mental institution, Brooke is about to publish a tell-all memoir spilling a painful family tragedy all over its pages. Back in the 1970s, Brooke’s older brother, Henry, helped some Weather Underground-variety radicals blow up an Army recruiting center, burning a janitor alive in the process. According to Brooke’s memoir, Henry came to his parents for help. They rejected him, and he killed himself. Brooke’s book blames her parents and their rigid Republican values. Liberal hope fiend that she is, Brooke wants her parents’ approval before she publishes this book. She does not get it.

Director Greg Leaming gets it. He unpacks Baitz’s dense text and makes you feel like you’re looking at real human beings interacting in space and time. A good play doesn’t feel like a play; it feels like eavesdropping. In Leaming’s hands, that’s what you feel. That, and a sense of tension. It’s a tough trick to pull off, but he does it.

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Remember the teacher you had in high school who informed the class he was going to “mark on a curve” to put everyone in the best possible light? That’s what I’m going to be doing in this review of the recent Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel concert performed at the Van Wezel.

By any standards of musical excellence, this ensemble must be considered a community orchestra; one that hopes to become professional but, for now, is more of an amateur group that loves to make music.

Founded in 1950, the orchestra — according to the program notes — “has become the focal point of musical life in Haifa and the north of Israel.” It has several thousand subscribers “of all ages” who attend its six subscription programs. And the orchestra has done great things for the community: reaching out to children, holding master classes and offering the people of northern Israel opportunities to hear the great music they love.

Last week’s concert in Sarasota was the orchestra’s first performance of its first American tour, and it tried extremely hard to live up to the sparkling image Americans have of Israeli musicians. The Israel Philharmonic, for instance, isn’t exactly chopped liver. The Haifa musicians succeeded primarily in showing us they are amateurs in the best sense of the word: They love music and they love to play.

Led by Professor Boguslaw Dawidow, the ensemble’s principal guest conductor, the program was traditional: overture, concerto, symphony.

Starting with Weber’s Overture to “Euryanthe,” the musicians showed little bite in their tone and several problems with intonation as well as entrances in every section. The same difficulties showed up in

Tchaikovsky’s passionate B-flat major Piano Concerto with soloist Roman Rabinovich.

The brass was too loud; the strings weren’t together; the forte sections of the work drowned out the pianist; and there was little collaboration between the soloist and conductor. The wonderful pizzicato strings that open the second movement were sloppy and, again, the bite that’s so important in plucked playing was missing.

Rabinovich, who seems like a musical young man with a decent technique (he’s listed as having been a child prodigy and winner of a couple of prestigious competitions), was not up to the demands of the concerto and played with little understanding of the style and little musical definition.

The orchestra seemed a little more comfortable with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.

Perhaps it had played it more often or had more rehearsal time with the work. Still, there was little attention to dynamics and a general lack of energy, and there were many wrong notes and inaccurate entrances. Even the rests were perfunctory. Composers write rests into music with the idea that those silences are part of the tapestry of sound. In the hands of Dawidow and the Haifa Symphony, the rests were merely empty spaces, making the music disjointed and superficial.

However, the two (yes, two) encores the orchestra played were probably the best parts of the concert. Starting with an excerpt from “Schindler’s List,” featuring the excellent viola soloist Avshalom Sarid, we heard a ravishingly beautiful sound and a sense of style we had not heard in the earlier works.

A fun reading of “Stars and Stripes,” though barely audible because of the rhythmic clapping from the audience, encouraged by the conductor, was rousing and heartfelt.

It’s terrific that this orchestra has the support to tour. The more its musicians play for different audiences, the more they’ll learn and, we hope, the better they’ll get. Love of music-making is what counts. Should that love be foisted on a public paying top dollar?

That’s the subject of a different column.

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BOOKS // ‘The Goldfinch’ by Donna Tartt

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antiques scamming, love affairs, unrequited love, the anxiety of harboring a stolen painting or the fact that everything in the novel seamlessly leads back to said painting; the events of Theo’s early life are tied inextricably to the life of Carel Fabritius through a tiny piece of art he made in 1654.

Near the end of “The Goldfinch,” Theo writes, “Whatever teaches us to talk to ourselves is important: whatever teaches us to sing ourselves out of despair. But the painting has also taught me that we can speak to each other across time,” which is precisely where painting and story merge.

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I once sat in front of a J.M.W. Turner painting for a good hour — the play of light on light, a glint on the sea, a nostalgic yellow dappling prismatic thunderheads. Something happens in your chest — a tightening or a loosening — when you witness a beautiful thing. I was reminded of this elusive pleasure while reading “The Goldfinch,” Donna Tartt’s third novel, in which a painting by the same name engulfs everyone in its path, including this reader.

“The Goldfinch” painting is just that, a tiny goldfinch chained to its feedbox against a pale wall, but it informs the novel’s entire action and ethos — even as the painting, itself, remains hidden for most of the book.

“The Goldfinch” novel is a lot more: a boy involved in a tragic museum bombing in which his mother dies. A boy who grows up motherless and confused and in possession of a painting he should not have. A boy who feels the weight of the painting equally to the weight of his survivor guilt. A boy who loses everything, including his way, and meanders into manhood, where he begins to come to terms with his life.

I’m making “The Goldfinch” sound pretty lofty, but the story, itself, is plain good, and Tartt’s descriptive powers are stunning. From the moment Theo describes his mother as casting “a charmed theatrical light about her so that to see anything through her eyes was to see it in brighter colors than ordinary,” I was in.

Theo’s journey takes him from New York City to Las Vegas, and back. After his mother dies, he lives with the wealthy family of a school friend, then with his scheming gambler/addict father in Las Vegas where he meets an unforgettable and essential-to-the-plot Russian boy named Boris, then back to New York City to stay with a magical character named Hobie, from whom he learns the antiques trade. There is even a stint in Amsterdam.

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// HOME&GARDEN: PINK POWER

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Local philanthropist’s home office embraces with a As a city full of self-starters, entrepreneurs, retirees and active volunteers, Sarasota has an abundance of home offices. But the office in Charlie Ann Syprett’s home — from its pink walls to its portraits of Elvis — offers a one-of-a-kind place for creativity. harlie Ann Syprett may have left her days of practicing law behind, but she has by no means slowed down. Currently, Syprett is the Sarasota Film Festival development director and a consultant for Strategic Philanthropy, among other things, so it’s imperative for this busy lady to have a home office of her own.

Syprett’s famous pink office is located in the back corner of her and her husband, Jim’s, Old Florida/Key West-style home on Siesta Key. The space, which represents all that makes Syprett who she is, has stunning views of the bay.

“It was a no-brainer,” says Syprett about choosing which room would be home to her office.

There were two other rooms available to use when she was choosing her office — one definitely had a man-cave feel and the other had a large closet, but good storage space had nothing on the breathtaking view.

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 The one thing that is sure to always be on Syprett’s desk: a cup of coffee. “Stop me before I volunteer again,” is the saying on this particular mug — the irony. door porch are also useful for airing out the smell of the glue gun when Syprett is crafting.

Along with nonprofit management and fundraising, Syprett’s office doubles as a craft room.

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Always on her desk: A cup of coffee and a photograph of her and her husband, Jim Most functional item: Pottery Barn craft table How she describes her office: “Girly girl” Her favorite item: “My Boston terriers”

 Syprett’s girlfriends gave her this “To Charlie Ann, Love Elvis” photograph she has hanging in her office.

When making the decision to paint the room pink, Syprett’s husband was in shock, but not as shocked as the painter.

“He (the painter) kept saying, ‘This room is pink,’” she recalls.

As for Jim, he’s grown to like the room ... sort of.

“He likes the fact that I like it,” she says.

Photos of her friends and family, Boston terrier collectibles, notes from her grandchildren and gifts friends have given her (such as the life-size Elvis Presley cutout and an Elvis photograph with the words “To Charlie Ann, Love Elvis”) fill her home office as décor but, more importantly, as inspiration.

“It keeps you grounded. It reminds me of who I was, who I am and who I will be,” she says.

 “I’ve had Boston terriers since I was in the fourth grade,” says Syprett. Bella is her fifth Boston terrier. Bella’s zebra-print bed is in the office.

 Syprett painted the borders of the walls in her office with chalkboard paint and writes messages to her granddaughters.

The most important aspect of a home office: “Organization — it’s an evolving process. It really can’t be decided how to design your space until you sit in it and use it — you know how you work and what will work for you,” says Syprett.

She alters her organization and the overall function of the room depending on the project. In the center of the room is Syprett’s craft table. The table, which she ordered from Pottery Barn Teen, has storage bins on either side — she keeps what she needs for current projects in the three core bins in the table. “From project to project, I tailor my office,” she says.

Lighting also plays a big factor in the functionality of a home office. The natural light from the outside coming in through the sliders played a huge part in her choosing the room (along with the view). When choosing the lighting for her office, Syprett experimented with three different fixtures before deciding on one.

“It needed to look good and have bright light,” she says.

Most important work done in her office: “The work I did for ‘We are Sarasota,’ when I was on the diversity committee — I gave birth to the concept in this room,” she says. Syprett, who tends to become an insomniac when working, created the entire blueprint for the program while working in her office one

 The lighting above Syprett’s craft table is both decorative and functional, producing the bright light she needs for working. night. From that concept, Syprett is now using film as a platform to promote her work with diversity and inclusiveness.

Proudest DIY: Syprett loves to paint — along with painting the desk (by herself) in the room, she added a chalkboard border on the walls and to the backboard on her desk. She writes quotes and sayings on the chalkboard relative to what’s going on in the world and what she likes.

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The lights shined brightly as Circus Sarasota’s Big Top transformed into a magical celebration Friday, Jan. 24. The colorful lights and festive centerpieces created by Victoria Bloom set the perfect tone for The Circus Arts Conservatory Gala 2014.

Guests paid attention to the suggested attire, “Circus glamorous with sensible shoes,” making this gala one of the most visually fun of the year. Among some of the attire worn at the event, Sally Schule was seen wearing a stunning and sensible coatdress and skirt paired with Stuart Weitzman boots. Suzette Jones added a Tommy Hilfiger bow tie necklace that she found in her 11-year-old daughter’s dress-up trunk to her colorful leggings and blazer outfit and Joseph and Michelle Caulkins

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Larry and Shane Hietbrink walk theFLASH: catwalk FASHION PERSPECTIVE HOT A collaboration of fashion, jewels and footwear, hosted by local style experts, took place for three days last week at Diamond Vault.

“The Perspektive Trunk Show” is an annual event, brought to Sarasota by fashion stylist Kelly Augustyniak. This year, Augustyniak approached Tatyana Sharoubim (T. Georgiano’s) and Michael Chokr (Diamond Vault) about collaborating for the event.

Sally Trout, Suzette Jones and Laurie Jenkins were spotted at the VIP reception Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Diamond Vault. Debbie Maltese, Shelley Sarbey and Karen Nylinger all made purchases during the trunk show.

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The Perspektive Trunk Show hosts Tatyana Sharoubim, Michael Chokr and Kelly Augustyniak

Sally Trout and Laurie Jenkins

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They know where they’re going … The Observer has exclusively obtained the names of Girls Inc.’s Celebration Luncheon “She Knows Where She’s Going” honorees. The April 3 luncheon, chaired by Lindsey Nickel de La O and Kristine Nickel, will honor Ariane Dart, Susanne S. Wise, Courtney Wise Snyder, Erika Wise Borland and Whitney Wise Verdoni and “Girl of the Year” Rachel Mallett. For more information,

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Bello Nock mentee Johnny Rockett and his lady, Tina Winn, left

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ho dat? … More than one of her friends totally failed to recognize Nikki Nilon in her spectacular clown costume at the Circus Arts Conservatory gala, though she says she and hubby, Jim, only decided to dress up at the last minute.

Heads up! … There were two men with extraordinary hairdos at

the gala: the carrot top Bello Nock who we all know and love, and a young man whom he mentors, Johnny Rockett.

Nock knockout … The hottest item in the lively live auction was the “Exclusive VIP experience with Bello,” which went for $12,000 — not once, but twice.

call 366-6646, Ext. 207 … A good name is worth more than riches …

Community AIDS Network is naming its Sarasota facility in honor of Mary Ann Robinson, celebrating her many years of unstinting generosity to the organization going back to the days when HIV/AIDS was feared and misunderstood.

The official naming event is private — a by-invitation-only reception March 26 at the clinic … The curious case of Nancy Markle … Many of the guests at Nancy Markle’s Jan. 25th birthday party asked

her, “What birthday is it?” They all got the same answer: “I decided to count backwards and I am now 1 year old.” BFF Lillian Richman, who threw the party, was fully aboard and put a large candle in the shape of that numeral on the cake shared by more than 30 friends and family. Guests included Renee Sheade, Harold Ronson, Julie Tanner, Cheryl Loeffler and Len Garner, Elaine Keating and Sid Katz, Joy Server, Ralph and Nancy Cohen and the recently wed Doug and Marcy Greer.

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The Ritz Carlton Sarasota 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive | $95 per person | Complimentary Valet Parking Courtesy Emcees The Bermuda Mavericks-Les McCurdy and Ken Sons For reservations please visit www.sparcc.net or call 941-365-0208 ext.106 “A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BEOBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE WITHIN FLORIDA 1-800-435-7352. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” REGISTRATION NUMBER CH580 132034

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Pat Johnson and Janice Tibbals

Kathleen Dean, Eva and Leif Lindfors and Susan Forness

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 Dr. Laurie Walmsley  Suzette Jones and Richard Dorfman

Lisa Daily and Denise Chu

Ray Peper

Sailor Circus students perform.

Jemma Wynne January 30th & 31st 11 am to 5 pm

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Social Dance Club | Competitive | Ballroom | Latin

Benefiting Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. Saturday, Jan. 25, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

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// BLACK TIE: CAMERA READY LEGACY LUNCHEON DONOR CELEBRATION FEATURING RETIRED GEN. CRAIG MCKINLEY Benefiting Goodwill Manasota | Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Michael’s Wine Cellar

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 Retired Gen. Craig McKinley, David Bassett and Bob Rosinsky

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Sheriff Tom Knight, Maverick Johnson and Sandy Young

Advancing Women and Philanthropy in the Pursuit of Science

Friday, February 21, 2014 2:30 – 5:00 pm

The Resort at Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room Hats Encouraged Individual Tickets: $100/pp 1955 Founding Table Sponsors: $1,955 Corporate Sponsorships Available Photos by Heather Merriman

Ben Knisley, Kelly Gardner and Tracy Settle

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Dennis Stover, Dr. Arthur Guilford and Mark Keller

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Featuring songs: “Take Me Home Country Roads,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” and “You’ve Got A Friend”

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Richard Storm and Joseph Caulkins

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ANNUAL LEGACY SOCIETY RECOGNITION LUNCHEON Benefiting Community Foundation of Sarasota County Friday, Jan. 24, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Winter Opera Festival February 8–March 23, 2014 International Soloists | Historic Opera House | Tickets start at $19

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// BLACK TIE: CAMERA READY 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS GALA Benefiting United Negro College Fund Friday, Jan. 24, at Hyatt Regency Sarasota  Margie Lee and Lota Mushaw

 Katie Raymond, Maks Lototskyy and Sarah Haworth

Carrie Hulen and Steve Heyman

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Gwen Atkins, Shirley Shaw and Judith Williams

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Come spend the day enjoying the sights and sounds of some of the area’s top performance groups. The 7th annual Grand Ovation makes its return to Lakewood Ranch Main Street with three stages and an amazing line-up of talent.

A delightful mix of street festival and concert hall, this celebration of the arts is not to be missed!

Explore the shops and boutiques of Main Street.

Dine at cozy restaurants and cafés. Discover street vendors and local non-profit groups. Includes free children’s crafts and the Mote Marine touch tank.

Seating is provided. No coolers please.

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