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When the Environment Turns Extreme

Photographer James Balog Talks About Climate Change

The Pulitzer Prize winner for Distinguished Commentary, famous for his documentary, Chasing Ice, spoke as part of the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

03/06/2017 By Kay Kipling

Limelight

Asolo Rep Gala

"La Fete de Monte Carlo" was the theme for the evening at the Ritz.

03/06/2017 Photography by Lori Sax

Entertainment

Latin Chamber of Commerce Throwing Cinco De Mayo Party

The Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce is holding its 2017 Cinco De Mayo Festival from 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 6.

03/03/2017 By staff

Limelight

Gulf Coast Community Foundation "Better Together" Luncheon

Historian David McCullough was the special guest at the luncheon held at the Ritz.

03/03/2017 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Words of Wisdom

Historian David McCullough Enlightens and Entertains at Gulf Coast Community Foundation Luncheon

The author of books on Harry Truman, John Adams and more offered insights into leadership and community as well.

03/02/2017 By Kay Kipling Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Weekend Planner

Your Top 10 Things to Do: March 2-8

A jam-packed Sarasota Jazz Festival, WBTT’s newest musical revue, Fairy House Festival at Historic Spanish Point and more.

03/02/2017 By Ilene Denton

Preview

"The Teeth Beneath" Opens at Mote Marine

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium's new exhibit, featuring alligators, a baby crocodile and caimans, is now open.

03/02/2017 By Jasmine Respess

All Sewn Up

This Month's "Quilts in Paradise" Goes Beyond the Expected

The show features artistic creations that are inspired by Sarasota sights.

03/01/2017 By Kay Kipling

Road Trips

For Avid Golfers, Alabama's Golf Trail is a Glorious Getaway

Spend a few days on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and you'll discover one of the best-kept secrets and values in regional golf.

03/01/2017 By David Hackett

Circling Back

Two Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Members Call Our Region Home

Jimmie Fadden and John McEuen on their 50-year-career and why they love Sarasota-Manatee.

03/01/2017 By Kay Kipling

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The SEEN

Photos From the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation's Hob Nob Bar-B-Que

The business group's 29th annual event drew 900 to Dolphin Aviation.

03/01/2017 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Goodwill Manasota Mardi Gras

The Mardi Gras evening included Cajun food, New Orleans-style music and dancing.

03/01/2017 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Entertainment

Ringling Grads Contribute to Animated Oscar Winner

Twenty-three Ringling College of Art and Design graduates worked on Zootopia, the film that won Best Animated Feature Film at Sunday's Oscars awards ceremony.

02/28/2017 By staff

Synesthetes

Chargaux Mixes Visual and Audio for One-of-a-Kind Art

The Ringling will welcome these Brooklyn-based musicians this Thursday, March 2.

02/28/2017 By Jasmine Respess

Preview

Jazz Legend Dick Hyman Leads 2017 Sarasota Jazz Festival

The Venice-based pianist will both perform and be honored during the festival, as he celebrates his 90th birthday.

02/28/2017 By Kay Kipling

Limelight

Florida Studio Theatre Fifties Shindig

The theater celebrated its 43rd season with a retro evening including cocktails, dinner and a show.

02/28/2017 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Preview

FABulous Arts Boutique Offers Works by Local Creatives

Fiber, jewelry and mixed-media pieces are among the items for sale.

02/28/2017 By Kay Kipling

Entertainment

Film Industry Panel, Networking Event Is Wednesday

The Sarasota County Film & Entertainment Office is holding its third annual 6 and a Mix event, which includes a speaker panel and a networking mixer, from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 1.

02/27/2017 By staff

Limelight

Mardi Gras Madness

The event at Michael's On East raises money to support Bethesda House, which supports people living with HIV/AIDS.

02/27/2017 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

So You Want to Be in Pictures

Pine View Grad Adele Romanski Produced the Academy Award-Nominated Moonlight

Plus, just in time for the Oscars, meet a few film actors, writers and producers with Sarasota connections.

02/23/2017 By Kay Kipling

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