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SCHOOL OF STYLE

Art meets fashion in these images from a Ringling College photography class.

WHERE THE BUYS ARE

Want to slip into something comfortable for $3 million or so? Robert Plunket presents some outrageous bargains in Florida luxury real estate.

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

American Idol, it isn't. But the seniors taking the stage in a retirement community premiere fight their own battles to come out winners. By Charlie Huisking 

THE BEST OF 2011

From how new restaurants to great shops and entertainment, our readers, editors and expert insiders pick the top discoveries and diversions of the year.

DEPARTMENTS 

FROM THE EDITOR

On choosing the "bests," from restaurants to views.

INSIDER

The latest scoop, including Charlie Huisking's "Arts Capital," Carol Tisch's shopping finds, one hot dish from chef Julie Gallagher--and more.

* Author, Author 

* Top Tickets 

* Resort Style, Happy Feet  

* Real Estate Junkie  

* Comfort Zone 

MR. CHATTERBOX

Mr. C dishes up the best of Sarasota's little Amish community, Pinecraft.

BODY TALK

Fitness and health news you can use. By Hannah Wallace 

HIGHLIGHTS

Kay Kipling's calendar of May's best arts and entertainment events.

FOOD AND WINE

John Bancroft says a hearty "Bonjour" to Brasserie Belge, plus top tempura at DaRuMa and a good deal on pizza at Whole Foods.

* What I'm Drinking 

ONLY IN SARASOTA

In our city, even the dogs have style. Photo by Ted Made