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THE OBSERVER’S GUIDE TO THE ARTS AND SOCIETY
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THE OBSERVER’S GUIDE TO THE ARTS AND SOCIETY
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Enjoy art-infused days along the shore with artful accessories from select vendors at The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime. Whether it’s a collection of soft, absorbent beach towels featuring works by Impressionists like Monet ($35.95) or UV sunprotecting, moisture-wicking shirts for men and women with locally themed designs ($39), The Bazaar’s got you covered top and bottom. BazaarOnApricotAndLime.com
Experience unforgettable fishing expeditions with CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key. Choose from inshore, backcountry or offshore trips for fly-fishing or spin angling. With an expert at your side, you’re sure to hook some snook, trout or redfish a few). BTW, if you need fishing fashion, CB’s carries a great selection of outdoor sportswear for men and women. Inshore: 4 hrs. $500, 6 hrs. $700; Gulf and Reef: 4 hrs. $600, 6 hrs. $850.
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Protect your digital world from disaster with the AriBag, Economy Tackle’s best-selling phone dry bag ($19.99). Available in aqua blue, aqua green, white and transparent, the AriBag fits all phones — most with the phone case attached — and is sandproof and waterproof up to 30 feet. The transparent bag allows for clear photos and videos from both sides and has a neck lanyard with quick release.
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Attention golf enthusiasts (you know who you are)! Ever dream of having access to dozens of area courses and golfcarting from one to the next all summer long? Well, with the Big Summer Golf Card, you can do just that, while saving on greens and cart fees at top courses along the Gulf Coast and in Central and Southwest Florida. The variety of courses ensures a fun summer of chipping and putting for beginner and expert alike ($60).
Color your world on the go with a Sakura Koi Pocket Field Sketch Box, available in 12-48 color sets ($25.07$65.02) from Sarasota’s Art & Frame — a family-owned, independent business since 1991. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just beginning to dabble, these compact kits offer everything you need to paint your world and create unforgettable memories. Why let inspiration pass you by? Art-Supplies-Sarasota.com
Sarasota’s Rise & Nyes is known for its amazing artisanal ice cream, made fresh in-house every day in a variety of flavors and combinations. The best part? You can create a custom ice cream sandwich with a scoop of your favorite flavor nestled between two gourmet cookies for $7. Also enjoy locally brewed coffee and homemade baked goods at the café, whose owner/ partners are champions for the disabled.
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SUMMER SPICE
Inspired by mixologist (and bar manager) Cliseria Padilla Flores’ Mexican heritage, the Cantarico cocktail at Sage SRQ may be the perfect summer drink. Made with reposado tequila, grapefruit, aperol oleo saccharum, lime juice, orange juice, lavender bitters and Squirt soda, it’s topped with tajin, sliced lime and dried lavender sprigs and served in a Mexican clay cup ($21). ¡Salud! SageSRQ.com
No summer day in Florida is complete without a stylish sun hat and a pair of fashionforward sunglasses. Salty Stitch on St. Armands (by way of Fire Island) recommends L’Space’s versatile Isadora Bucket Hat in natural or natural stripe ($84) and oversized (and polarized) Genevieve sunnies ($125) for that Jackie O vibe. SaltyStitch.com
For those who like their dog to indulge as exceptionally as they do themselves, the premium house-baked cookies ($3.99-$6.99 each) at Sarasota’s Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming are a must. The canine treats come in all shapes, sizes and decorative styles — for special occasions or anytime. They are available in special versions like grain-free and gluten-free. Woof Gang also provides professional dog grooming along with a vast array of dog (and cat) supplies and accessories. WoofGangGroomingSarasota.com
Gear up for the hottest sport to hit the courts in decades with the Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle from JOOLA, and Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour shoes (for men and women, and tennis or pickleball). Both are available at Fleet Feet Sarasota. Whether you’re a dinger, a banger, a poacher or a pickler, having the right gear is sure to put some flair in your summer pickleball rallies. FleetFeet.com
Candles infused with essential oils are a great go-to for creating ambiance and enhancing mood. Try a citrus scent for an energy boost, vanilla for better sleep or a powerful blend like Bia Candle Co.’s Fresh Woods to clear the air. Crafted here in Sarasota, Bia’s candles are clean, eco-friendly and made with premium soy blend, essential oils and natural wicks. Theses vegan and cruelty-free candles can bring calm to your home this summer —and anytime. Classic 50-hour burn, $32. BiaCandleCo.com
Runners and others can say goodbye to distractions and attain peak performance with the Super Absorbent Visor from SAAKA Sportswear ($29.99). Designed by a Sarasota dentist and outdoor sports enthusiast, the visor tackles sweat and heat head-on. Its lightweight construction means no forehead marks and its moisture-wicking, bamboo viscose band draws sweat away from the skin while effectively shielding the eyes from the blazing summer sun. Saaka.com.
Live music is good and good for you, and Sarasota’s Fogartyville is the place to go for a diverse selection of cool summer concerts. Upcoming shows include Hot Pants De France, a multigenerational group that has won musical accolades from Nickel Creek and Bela Fleck. The jazz and swing group interprets rock and pop music in the Manouche Jazz style. Check website for pricing. Wslr.org/fogartyville
Whether adorned with decals representing everything from sports teams to Siesta Key — or just plain — Tervis Tumblers are made to last. Their impact-resistant, BPA-free material won’t shatter or retain tastes or odors. Most are microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe. Plus, you’ll be keeping it local, as the company’s headquarters are a few exits south on I-75 in North Venice. Classic 16-oz. tumbler from $10.99-$18.99. Tervis.com
WEDNESDAY MAY 31
‘Reel Music’ Florida Studio Theatre
6 p.m. at FST’s Court Cabaret
Runs through June 25
Tickets $34-$39
Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
‘Man of La Mancha’ Asolo Repertory Theatre
8 p.m. at FSU Center for the Performing Arts
Runs through June 11
Tickets from $35
Visit AsoloRep.org.
‘Shear Madness’ Florida Studio Theatre
8 p.m. at FST’s Gompertz Theatre
Runs through June 18
Tickets from $25
Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
THURSDAY JUNE 1
Mark Schatz and Bryan McDowell
7 p.m. at Fogartyville
Tickets $24, members $20 and students $12
Visit Wslr.org/fogartyville.
Tom Simmons
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through June 4
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com
MONDAY JUNE 5
Summer Sampler Workshop
10 a.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $50-$165
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org/classes.
Grand Carnival –Diamonds Are Forever Project Pride
7 p.m. at Circus Arts Conservatory
Tickets $75
Visit Ppsrq.org/grand-carnival2023.
TUESDAY
JUNE 6
Middle Earth and the Shire: The Worlds of J.R.R. Tolkien Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
11 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum on the Ringling College Museum Campus
Tickets $10
Visit OlliRinglingcollege.org.
WEDNESDAY JUNE 7
Les McCurdy and guests
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through June 8
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
Fringe Teaser: Squeaky Wheel Fringe Festival
8 p.m. at Cook Theatre at FSU Center for the Performing Arts
Runs through June 11
Teaser tickets $5 with $5 festival button Visit SqueakyWheelTheatre. org.
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FRIDAY JUNE 9
Summer Circus Spectacular Circus Arts Conservatory
2 p.m. at Historic Asolo Theater
Runs through Aug. 12
Tickets $15-$20 Visit CircusArts.org.
Keith Alberstadt
6:30 and 8:50 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre Runs through June 10
Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
Nikki Glaser
7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Tickets start at $69 Visit VanWezel.org.
Rising Vibes
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice Free
Visit VisitVeniceFL.org
In-Studio with Samantha Miller and Jordan Leonard
7 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $20 and up
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org/in-studio.
‘That Must be the Entrance to Heaven’
7:30 p.m. at Urbanite Theatre
Runs through July 9
Tickets $39
Visit UrbaniteTheatre.com.
Donald Harrison Jazz Quartet
8 p.m. at Fogartyville
Tickets $33 and members $30
Visit Wslr.org/fogartyville.
Scenes and Seasons
Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $29
Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
Mauricio Martínez stars in “Man of La Mancha,” through June 11 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts. See May 31 listing.
The hilarious whodunit “Shear Madness” runs through June 18 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre.
SATURDAY JUNE 10
Pastorale
Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $30 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
SUNDAY JUNE 11
Rising Stars
Sarasota Music Festival
2:30 p.m. at Holley Hall
Tickets from $15 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
Les Vixens Burlesque
8 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Tickets $37 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
TUESDAY JUNE 13
The Surfer Boys Florida Studio Theatre
7:30 p.m. at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret
Runs through Aug. 13
Tickets from $18 Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
WEDNESDAY JUNE 14
Behind the Curtain with Courtney Jones
1:15 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Free Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.
Derek Richards
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through June 18
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
‘Man of La Mancha’ Runs through June 11 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts. See May 31 listing.
‘Reel Music’
Runs through June 25 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Court Cabaret.
See May 31 listing.
‘Shear Madness’
Runs through June 18 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Gompertz Theatre. See May 31 listing.
8-Track: The Sounds of the ‘70s in Concert Runs through June 18 at The Players Centre.
See June 8 listing.
Summer Circus Spectacular with Master of Ceremonies
Heidi Herriott Runs through Aug. 12 at Historic Asolo Theater at The Ringling. See June 9 listing.
‘That Must Be the Entrance to Heaven’ Runs through July 9 at Urbanite Theatre. See June 9 listing.
The Surfer Boys Runs through Aug. 13 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Goldstein Cabaret. See June 13 listing.
JUNE 16
Friday Fest: Kettle of Fish
5-9 p.m. on the lawn of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Free
Visit VanWezel.org.
‘Radiant Tarot: Pathway to Creativity’
Tony Barnstone
6:30 p.m. at Hermitage
Artist Retreat
Tickets $5
Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.
In the Round: June Intensive Performance
7 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $20
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.
Disney’s ‘The Lion King Jr.’ Show
Manatee Performing Arts Center
7 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center
Tickets $10.50-$18
Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
Appalachian Spring Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $29 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
SATURDAY JUNE 17
Grease! In Concert Venice Institute for Performing Arts
7 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center
Tickets $35-$50
Visit VenicePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
Sound Stories
Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $30 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
SUNDAY JUNE 18
Rising Stars
Sarasota Music Festival
2:30 p.m. at Holley Hall
Tickets From $15 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
MONDAY JUNE 19
Improv and More at Florida Studio Theatre
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
11 a.m. at Florida Studio Theatre
Tickets $10 Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.
Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret Jazz Club of Sarasota
7:30 p.m. at John C. Court Cabaret
Tickets $34-$39 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
TUESDAY
JUNE 20
A Frank Lecture on Sinatra Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
11 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum on the Ringling College Museum Campus
Tickets $10
Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.
The Many Languages of Jennifer Croft
6:30 p.m. at Hermitage Artist Retreat
Tickets $5
Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.
WEDNESDAY
JUNE 21
Frankie Paul
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through June 24
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
THURSDAY
JUNE 22
The Story of George Gershwin
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
11 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum on the Ringling College Museum Campus
Tickets $10
Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.
Fairy Tale
Sarasota Music Festival
4:30 p.m. at Holley Hall
Tickets From $30
Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
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FRIDAY
JUNE 23
What Makes the Harp Special Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
11 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum on the Ringling College Museum Campus
Tickets $10
Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.
All About That Bass
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
1 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum on the Ringling College Museum Campus
Tickets $10
Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.
Rising Stars
Sarasota Music Festival
2:30 p.m. at Holley Hall
Tickets From $15 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org/ Festival.
Shindig Band
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice Free Visit VisitVeniceFl.org
Songs From the Sand: A Hermitage Cabaret Hermitage Artist Retreat
7 p.m. at Waterside Pavilion at Lakewood Ranch
Tickets $5 Visit HermitageArtistRetreat.org.
Traditions and Transformations
Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $29 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org
SATURDAY
JUNE 24
Kahane Plays Beethoven
Sarasota Music Festival
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets from $30 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org
WEDNESDAY
JUNE 28
‘Black Pearl Sings!’ Florida Studio Theatre
8 p.m. at FST’s Keating Theatre Runs through July 30
Tickets $25 and up Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
FRIDAY
JUNE 30
Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Kids Show Manatee Performing Arts Center
7 p.m. at 502 Third Ave. W. Tickets $11.50-$20 Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
Finding Nemo Jr. The Players Centre
7 p.m. at 3501 S. Tamiami Trail Runs through July 2
Tickets $17 Visit ThePlayers.org.
‘Reel Music’
Runs through June 25 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Court Cabaret. See May 31 listing.
Summer Circus Spectacular with Master of Ceremonies Heidi Herriott
Runs through Aug. 12 at Historic Asolo Theater at The Ringling. See June 9 listing.
‘That Must Be The Entrance to Heaven’ Runs through July 9 at Urbanite Theatre. See June 9 listing.
The Surfer Boys
Runs through Aug. 13 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Goldstein Cabaret. See June 13 listing.
TUESDAY JULY 4
American Fanfare
Choral Artists of Sarasota
4:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets $5-$50
Visit ChoralArtistsSarasota. org.
WEDNESDAY
JULY 5
Steve White
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through July 9
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com
FRIDAY
JULY 7
‘The Mantle’
The Players Centre
7:30 p.m. at 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 200
Runs through July 9
Tickets $17
Visit ThePlayers.org.
MONDAY JULY 10
22nd Players New Play Festival
The Players Centre
7:30 p.m. at 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 200
Runs through July 14
Tickets $10
Visit ThePlayers.org.
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In-Studio with Samantha Miller and Jordan Leonard
Dance
7 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $20 and up
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.
Stage of Discovery Musical Theatre Showcase
Westcoast Black Theatre
Troupe
7:30 p.m. at Westcoast Black
Theatre Troupe
Runs through July 16
Tickets $27
Visit WestcoastBlackTheatre. org.
MONDAY
JULY 17
Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret Jazz Club of Sarasota
7:30 p.m. at John C. Court Cabaret
Tickets $34-$39 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
WEDNESDAY
JULY 19
Behind the Curtain with Alyson Dolan
Sarasota Contemporary Dance
1:15 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company Free
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.
THURSDAY
JULY 20
Felicia Michael
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through July 22
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
13th Annual Sarasota Improv Festival
Florida Studio Theatre
7 p.m. at Florida Studio Theatre’s downtown Sarasota campus
Runs through July 22
Three-day festival pass $79 Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
FRIDAY
JULY 21
Friday Fest: One Night Rodeo
5-9 p.m. on the lawn of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Free Visit VanWezel.org.
In the Round: July Intensive Performance
Sarasota Contemporary Dance
7 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $20
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.
Lateral Moves
The Players Centre
7:30 p.m. at 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 200
Runs through July 23
Tickets $17
Visit ThePlayers.org.
Seussical Kids Show
7 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center
Runs through July 21
Tickets $11.50-$20
Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
SATURDAY
JULY 22
On Stage 2023
Sarasota Cuban Ballet School
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets $50-$65
Visit SRQCubanballet.org.
SUNDAY
JULY 23
‘Rev. Fairie’ Elaine Silver presents ‘Beatleology: Spirituality and the Beatles’
10:30 a.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota
Free
Visit ElaineSilver.com
MONDAY
JULY 24
SCD Middle Movement
Sampler
Sarasota Contemporary Dance
2:30 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company
Tickets $125
Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org/k-12-education.
WEDNESDAY
JULY 26
Pauly Shore
7 and 9:30 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Tickets $42
Visit McCurdysComedy.com
See Tersit A. Dersu in the Summer Circus Spectacular through Aug. 12 at Historic Asolo Theater at The Ringling.
THURSDAY
JULY 27
Patrick Garrity
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through July 30
Tickets $25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
FRIDAY
JULY 28
Larry & Jeannie
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice
Free
Visit VisitVeniceFl.org/ friday-night-concert-series.
Summer Circus Spectacular with Master of Ceremonies
Heidi Herriott Runs through Aug. 12 at Historic Asolo Theater at The Ringling.
See June 9 listing.
The Surfer Boys Runs through Aug. 13 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Goldstein Cabaret.
See June 13 listing.
‘Black Pearl Sings!’ Runs through July 30 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Keating Theatre. See June 28 listing.
Divas Three Runs through Sept. 3 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Court Cabaret.
See July 11 listing.
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WEDNESDAY AUG. 2
A Comedy of Tenors Florida Studio Theatre
8 p.m. at FST’s Gompertz Theatre
Runs through Aug. 20
Tickets $25 and up Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
FRIDAY AUG. 4
‘It’s a Bird...It’s a Plane... It’s Superman!’ The Players Centre
7 p.m. at 3501 S. Tamiami Trail Runs through Aug. 6
Tickets $17 Visit ThePlayers.org.
THURSDAY AUG. 10
Thursday Jazz at the SAM
5:30 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum
Free-$20 Visit SarasotaArtMuseum.org.
‘Something Rotten!’
7:30 p.m. at Manatee
Performing Arts Center
Runs through Aug. 27
Tickets $30-$44
Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
FRIDAY AUG. 11
Friday Fest: TEN-76
5-9 p.m. on the lawn of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Free Visit VanWezel.org.
George McVey River Road
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice
Free Visit VisitVenicefl.org/ friday-night-concert-series.
THURSDAY AUG. 17
‘The Graduate’ The Players Centre
7:30 p.m. at 3501 S. Tamiami Trail Runs through Aug. 27
Tickets $30 Visit ThePlayers.org.
SATURDAY AUG. 19
Back to School Bash 11 a.m.. at Music Compound SRQ Free Visit MusicCompound.com.
SUNDAY AUG. 20
Hard Heart Burlesque
8 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre | Tickets $37 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
MONDAY AUG. 21
Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret Jazz Club of Sarasota
7:30 p.m. at John C. Court Cabaret
Tickets $34-$39 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
TUESDAY AUG. 22
Creedence Clearwater Remixed Florida Studio Theatre
7:30 p.m. at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret Runs through Oct. 15
Tickets $18 and up Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
WEDNESDAY AUG. 23
Helen Keaney
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through Aug. 26
Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
FRIDAY AUG. 25
Latitude 26
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice Free Visit VisitVenicefl.org/ friday-night-concert-series.
WEDNESDAY AUG. 30
Dennis Blair
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Through Sept. 3. Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
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WEDNESDAY SEPT. 13
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THURSDAY SEPT. 14
Jazz Thursday at the SAM
5:30 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum
Free-$20
Visit SarasotaArtMuseum.org.
Songs for a New World 7:30 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center
Runs through Sept. 24
Tickets $27
Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.
MONDAY SEPT. 18
Monday Night Jazz Cabaret
Jazz Club of Sarasota
7:30 p.m. at John C. Court
Cabaret
Tickets $34-$39
Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
THURSDAY SEPT. 21
4th Annual Designer Bag
Bingo “Rocks The Runway”
5:30 p.m. at Gold Coast Eagle
Distributing
Tickets $100 - $150
Visit SisterhoodForGood.org.
FRIDAY SEPT. 22
Friday Fest: Jah Movement
5-9 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Free; Visit VanWezel.org
Steve Byrne
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Runs through Sept. 23
Tickets $28
Visit McCurdysComedy.com
2 Peace
7 p.m. at Centennial Park, Venice Free
Visit VisitVeniceFl.org
SATURDAY SEPT. 23
Food & Wine Festival
Sarasota Opera
Noon at Sarasota Opera House
Tickets $75
Visit SarasotaOpera.org.
Tango
Key Chorale
4 p.m. at Church of the Palms
Tickets $40-$50
Visit KeyChorale.org.
WEDNESDAY SEPT. 27
‘Ruthless!’
The Players Centre
7:30 p.m. at 3501 S. Tamiami
Trail
Runs through Oct. 15
Tickets $32
Visit ThePlayers.org.
Creedence Clearwater
Remixed
Runs through Oct. 15 at Florida Studio Theatre’s Goldstein Cabaret.
See Aug. 22 listing.
Songs for a New World Runs through Sept. 24 at Manatee Performing Arts Center.
See Sept. 14 listing.
25 N. Pineapple Ave. 813-4651249. AlexartInternational.com. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday.
May 1-31
“Deep Blue.”
July 1-31
“Air & Water by Massimo Meda.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. July 1.
Aug. 1-31
“Reflections by Edoardo Montaina.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Aug. 1.
563 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. 383-8161. AllAngelsLBK. org. Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon Sunday.
July 1 through Sept. 30
“New to You Boutique Sale.”
265 S. Orange Ave. ArchitectureSarasota.org. Open 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
“Tropical Modernism: Design for Climate.”
707 N. Tamiami Trail. 365-2032. ArtSarasota.org. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Through Aug. 5
“Annual Juried Regional Show: Identity, Exploring the Human Condition.” Opening reception 6-8 p.m. June 1. Admission is free; beer and wine available for purchase.
Aug. 24 through Sept. 30
“Juried Exhibition: An Abstract View.” Opening reception 6-8 p.m. Aug. 24. Admission is free; beer and wine available for purchase.
6838 Gulf of Mexico Dr. | Longboat Key, FL 34228 941.217.5068 | driftwoodbeachhome.com
Thoughtfully curated, clothing, gifts, jewelry, orchids, linens, & colorful goods from near and far. Featuring clothing collections by Emerson Fry & Sigrid Olsen.
1367 Main St., 955-5409. ArtUptown.com. Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
June 2-30
“Small Works Show.” Opening reception 6-9 p.m. June 2.
@DriftwoodBeachHome
July 1-28
“New Artists’ Creative Collaboration.” Opening reception 6-9 p.m. July 7.
July 29 through Aug. 25
“Art Uptown Artists Flora.” Opening reception 6-9 p.m. Aug. 4.
209 Ninth St. W. Bradenton. 746-2862. ArtCenterManatee. org. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Friday and Saturday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday.
Through June 23 “Kaleidoscope Of Color.”
June 27 through Aug. 4
“We Are All One.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. June 29.
3501 S. Tamiami Trail. 3515361. ArtsAdvocates.org. Open 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays.
June 3 through Sept. 30
“The Sarasota Artist Colony.”
1830 S. Osprey Ave., Suite 102. 260-5787. ChasenGalleries. com. Open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
June 3-30
“Sculpted” featuring Alex Kveton, Sue Gott and Peter Zelle. Opening reception noon to 4 p.m. June 3.
July 1-31
“Faces of Art.” Opening reception noon to 4 p.m. July 1.
Aug. 5-31
“Hang It All” featuring Renato Foti, Cathy Shepherd and LouAnn Wukitsch. Opening reception noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 5.
Sept. 2 -29
“Art that Pops.” Opening reception noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 2.
237 Warfield Ave. 941-4860811. ClydeButcher.com. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
June 1 through Sept. 30 “Clyde Butcher Photography.”
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901-B Apricot Ave. 799-6634. CreativeLiberties.net. Open 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
June 8 through July 29 “#artfail.” Opening reception
5-7 p.m. June 8 at both Limelight District locations, 901-B Apricot Ave. and 927 N. Lime Ave.
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456 Old Main St., Bradenton. 778-6648. IslandGalleryWest. com. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
June 1-30
“New Beginnings,” showcasing the gallery’s resident artists.
July 1-31
“New Kids on the Block” spotlighting new members.
MADEBY GALLERY
2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 8220442. MadeByGallery.com. Open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
1534 Mount St. 366-5731. Selby.org. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Through June 25 “Tiffany: The Pursuit of Beauty in Nature.”
PALMER MODERN ART GALLERY
925 N. Lime Ave., CraigPalmerArt.com. Appointments can be made through the website.
Second Saturdays
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the gallery is open to the public.
Step inside and experience world-class contemporary art. Feel your hair stand on end. Savor a fleeting moment that leaves a permanent spark.
• Monthly Free Second Sundays
• Jazz Thursdays every 2nd Thursday
• Shop for unique delights
• Bistro and coffee bar
• Something for all ages
Through
Through
May 28 through Sept. 17
“The New Black Vanguard: Photography Between Art and Fashion.”
May 28 through Sept. 17
“Stephanie J. Woods: My papa used to play checkers.”
“Stephanie J. Woods: My papa used to play checkers” is on display at the Sarasota Art Museum through Sept. 17.
July 16 through Oct. 29
“Chakaia Booker: Surface Pressure.”
July 23 through Oct. 29
“Reassembling Spilt Light: An Immersive Installation by Carlos Bunga,”
Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi Grill
Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi Grill
5401
Through Aug. 6
“From the Chambers: Honoring John Sims.”
Fine arts photographer Edoardo Montaina has a show at AlexArt International in August. See page 47.
Through Sept. 4
“Reclaiming Home: Contemporary Seminole Art.”
Through Oct. 22
“Art Deco Lacquer and Textiles from Japan.”
Through Oct. 15 Lorna Bieber: “Natural World.”
3Natives - Acai & Juicery takes a healthy twist on the “fast food” mindset by serving healthy and convenient food at an affordable price. This healthy lifestyle cafe is well-known for its fresh and flavorful acai bowls, smoothies, salads, wraps, cold-pressed juices, and more! With 25+ locations across Florida, the Lakewood Ranch location was the first and now the UTC location is the second on the west coast of Florida. If you are looking for a healthy, easy, and fast meal, this is the restaurant for you!
Open Daily
11577 E State Rd 70, Lakewood Ranch 309 N Cattlemen Rd Unit 6, Sarasota-UTC 941.751.1119 | www.3Natives.com
Join us for lunch, dinner, happy hour, weekend brunch and live music
Or let us bring the cue’ to you.
We are downtown’s favorite neighborhood spot!
We Cater for:
Birthdays | Special Occasions | Weddings Showers | Corporate Events and so much more!
email:meghan@brickssmokedmeats.com to get started!
1528 State Street, Sarasota, FL 34236 941-993-1435 | www.brickssmokedmeats.com
CHEF ROLF’S NEW FLORIDA KITCHEN
Restaurant, Tiki Bar, Fine Dining & Ballroom
Chef Rolf offers the perfect location at the CASEY KEY RESORTS MAINLAND for your private event and can accommodate up to 200+ people.
Enjoy all of Chef Rolf’s Amazing Dining Experiences:
• The TIKI BAR serving lunch and dinner daily from 12-9pm, happy hour & live music.
• INSIDE DINING ROOM now open for dinner
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & brunch on Sunday.
• CORAL ROOM FINE DINING now open Wednesday - Sunday.
• THE OSPREY CAFE serving Breakfast daily 8-11am and Sunday Brunch 11-2pm.
21660 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey 941.966.2121 | www.ChefRolf.us
When you crave delicious, made-from-scratch cooking and baked goods straight from the oven, there’s nothing like our authentic Amish fare. From meat-and-potato entrees to breads, pies and pastries, we offer full-service, family style and buffet dining. Awarded Best Buffet and Best Bakery by locals. Your table is waiting!
Open Monday through Saturday 7:00am-8:00pm.
3713 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota | Since 1986 941.956.8007 | DerDutchmanSarasota.com
DUVAL’S FRESH. LOCAL. SEAFOOD is an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning dishes, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails. Along with our unique and diverse menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota.
VOTED SARASOTA’S BEST: Herald Tribune - All-Around Restaurant (‘19-’23), Seafood (‘16-’23), Sandwich (‘16-’22), Lunch (‘22) Wine Spectator - Award of Excellence (‘16-’23)
Sun - Thur: 11am - 10pm; Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm Free delivery to the greater Downtown Sarasota area. Free shuttle to and from Duval’s.
1435 Main St. Sarasota, FL 941.312.4001 | DuvalsFLS.com
GROVE specializes in contemporary American offerings and onsite event planning. The menu is elevated yet approachable and locally inspired. Overlooking the charming Main Street center, at Grove there’s room for everyone at the table! Gathering spaces include a casual patio, a relaxing lounge, intimate private rooms and a lively, modern bar. We serve brunch, lunch and dinner.
10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch 941.893.4321 | www.GroveLWR.com
403549-1LOBSTER, SHRIMP, HADDOCK & COD – OH MY!
LOTSA LOBSTER is a Maine and New England seafood market providing fresh haddock, cod, swordfish, tuna, salmon, sea scallops, mussels, steamers, stuffed clams, crab cakes and LOTSA more! We have Chilean sea bass, smoked salmon, halibut, trout, cherry stones and quahogs. Did someone say CHOWDA? Try our clam chowder or Lobster bisque. But wait there is more…. freezer treats include frog legs, octopus, salt cod, smelt and crawfish. Don’t forget to preorder for the upcoming holidays: Father’s Day on June 18th, Independence Day on July 4th and Labor Day weekend. Come on in or call ahead.
8780 S Tamiami Tr | Sarasota
941.918.2529 | LotsaLobsterSarasota.com
Foodies Eat Here!
COOL CASUAL DINING...
Great Happy Hour & Late Night Menu. Join us for Saturday & Sunday Brunch. And Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 with music by Tanya McCormick
Steering away from frozen or fried foods we opt for fresh and locally sourced ingredients as much as possible... For goodness’ sake!
Located near Anna Maria Island in the village of Cortez.
941-251-9428
www.slickerseatery.com
12012 Cortez Rd West | Cortez, FL 34215 Mon-Fri 12pm-10pm | Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11am-9pm
IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO GET TOASTED!
Breakfast, Boozy Brunch, Lunch, and Drinks. The restaurant features a full menu of made-fromscratch menu items, focused on exceptional quality at reasonable prices.
941-444-0049
TheToastedYolk.com
NEW Sarasota Location now open!
3750 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Mon-Sun 7am-3pm
(Lakewood Ranch location opening soon!)
To learn more, contact our Executive Director, Cassandra Holmes, at 941.752.5390 or HolmesC@SCF.edu
To learn more, contact our Executive Director, Cassandra Holmes, at 941.752.5390 or HolmesC@SCF.edu
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