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Going for the Gold

It was off to the (bidding) races at the Sarasota Y’s 25th annual Going for the Gold at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, which started with a big-screen viewing of the Kentucky Derby and included spirited silent and live auctions.

05/09/2016 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Limelight

Derby Day for Instride Therapy

The event to raise funds for the hippotherapy center took place Saturday, May 7, at Pattigeorge's.

05/09/2016 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Review

Asolo Rep's Josephine

Arts editor Kay Kipling examines this world premiere musical about star Josephine Baker.

05/09/2016 By Kay Kipling

Weekend Planner

Your Top 9 Things to Do: May 5-11

Josephine opens at Asolo Rep, Siesta Beach amateur sand sculpture contest, Pickin’ Picnic and more.

05/05/2016 By Ilene Denton

Orchestra Preview

The Sarasota Orchestra Announces Its 2016-17 Season

The orchestra welcomes two guest conductors and several guest soloists.

05/03/2016 By Kay Kipling

On the Move

The Players Announce Plans for New Performing Arts Center

The community theater, long at home near downtown Sarasota, will build a new facility in Lakewood Ranch.

05/03/2016 By Kay Kipling

Limelight

Firefly Gala 2016

This year's Firefly Gala featured Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.

05/03/2016 Photography by Rebecca Baxter

Family Fun Guide

Things to Do With Kids: Let Off Steam

Exactly where to cool off in that hot summer heat.

05/02/2016 By Ilene Denton

Family Fun Guide

Things to Do With Kids: Make & Create

Channel your inner Picasso with these fun, creative experiences for little ones.

05/02/2016 By Ilene Denton

Holidays

Your Guide to Cinco de Mayo in Sarasota

From music to margaritas, there's something for everyone this Cinco de Mayo.

05/02/2016 By Savannah Handerson

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Bonnet Rippers

Amish Romance Novels Are a Booming Literary Genre

Sarasota’s Pinecraft stars in an unlikely genre: Amish romance novels.

05/02/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Why I Care

Keith and Linda Monda Donate $500,000 for New Ringling Gallery Space

The Keith D. and Linda L. Monda Gallery of Contemporary Art will help The Ringling present new works by contemporary artists.

05/02/2016 By Ilene Denton

My New Hometown

Steel Sculptor Pamela Olin Moves to Sarasota

Pamela Olin goes to the dogs—the Southeastern Guide dogs, that is.

05/02/2016 By Ilene Denton

Family Fun Guide

Things to Do With Kids: Arts & Culture

From circus to the planetarium to music camp, we've got the ultimate arts and culture roundup for kids.

04/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

#BestofSarasota2016

Best of Sarasota 2016: Arts and Entertainment

The best new things to see and do.

04/29/2016 By Sarasota Magazine Staff

Culture Klatch

Watch/Listen/Love: Our Current Pop Culture Obsessions

From Game of Thrones to Lemonade, here's what are our editors are totally into right now.

04/28/2016 By Sarasota Magazine Staff

Weekend Planner

Your Top 6 Things to Do: April 28-May 4

The Van Wezel presents Chris Isaak and comic Billy Gardell, Sarasota Ballet’s season-closing performances, tango fusion quintet and more.

04/28/2016 By Ilene Denton

Food

County Workshops Outline Potential Changes to Food Truck Rules

The changes are scheduled to be discussed by the Sarasota County Planning Commission on Thursday, May 5.

04/27/2016 Research by staff

Opening April 29

New Museum Exhibition Features Longtime Sarasota Artist Syd Solomon

The show focuses on Solomon's use of camouflage and lettering.

04/27/2016 By Kay Kipling

Entertainment

Sarasota Film Office Hosts Pro Workshops, Mixer

The event will include a number of Hollywood writers, directors and producers, including John David Coles of House of Cards, Homeland, Justified and more.

04/26/2016 Research by staff

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