January 2006 Issue JERRY TALKS Sarasota's most famous resident on celebrity, politics and why he loves our city. PLUS Best Investments, Luxury Services, Great new Restaurants, and More.

Departments A Man for All Styles  This month: longtime Sarasota designer Gary Ficht. A Peek at the Parade  The annual Parade of Homes promises great style and innovation. A Tiny Obsession  Howard Tibbals' lifelong passion has produced a marvelous miniature circus at the Ringling Museum. Being Bertha  Kate Holmes brings history to life at Spanish Point. Be$t Investments  What some top talents are doing with their money-and watching out for in 2006. Before & After  A new sofa sparks a new interior design for a dated Siesta Key Condo. British Bling  Set a room ablaze with Asprey's chandelier earrings. Building a Stronger Community  The Home Builders Association of Sarasota County Homefront  Tips, trends and happenings from our advertisers. If You Knew Jerry  There's much more to Sarasota's most famous resident, trash-talk TV icon Jerry Springer, than most of us would ever imagine. In The Garden  Passionate gardeners earn their expertise through the Master Gardener program. In the Swing  Tips and tidbits for Sarasota golfers. Introducing the HBA Builder of the Year  John Olliver of Percision Custom Homes Is Less more?  New noninvasive cosmetic technologies are worth a look, but nothing beats surgery. January Events  Kay Kipling's guide to cultural and special events. Judgment Day  Richard Storm rules in favor of the new landmark Courthouse Centre. Let's Get Personal  Luxury services are becoming part of the Sarasota lifestyle. Made in Sarasota  Anna Champagne creates good vibes with wearable art. Mr. Chatterbox  THIS MONTH: An ode to the theater-and Howard Millman. One Great Room  A calm setting for a prized collection. Picture Man  Photographer Steven Katzman looks at Newtown. Real Estate Go$$ip  Everything you want to know about Sarasota luxury property sales. Reel Simple  Fish that's sublimely unfussy at Ezra and modern Italian at Bacco's. Sarasota's 10 Best Pet Perks  Treats and treatments to make 'em sit up and beg. Smart Money  Inside the minds of the ultra-wealthy. Street Talk  News, views and faces from the city beat. The Luxe Bath  High style comes to the most personal room in the house. The Other Woman  Reconsidering Camilla Parker Bowles. Through a Glass Brightly  Up & Coming  Parties here and there.