Vernona New Year's Day Jazz Brunch
1/1/2008 to
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
(941) 309-2008
http://www.ritzcarlton.com
The award-winning brunch features a make-your-own-Bloody-Mary bar and smooth jazz entertainment. $85 per adult, $39 per child.
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American Jewish Committee Lecture: Benjamin Cohen
2/21/2008 to
Temple Beth Sholom, 1050 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota
(941) 365-4955
Benjamin Cohen, a graduate of the University of Manchester and the London School of Economics, has worked as a TV and radio journalist for the BBC and was a media specialist with the U.N. peacekeeping mission in the former Yugoslavia. Mr. Cohen will discuss "The Intellectual Assault Against Israel" in academia, labor unions and the media. $18 per person.
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David Harris Lecture
1/14/2008 to
Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, Sarasota
(941) 365-4955
The national executive director of the American Jewish Committee will give a talk at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel. The event is free, but reservations are strongly recommended.
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Designing Women Boutique Winter Salon Series
12/3/2007 to 5/29/2008
1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
(941) 366-5293
http://www.designingwomenboutique.org
You're invited to mini-lectures, luncheons and style shows on the final Thursday of each month, featuring New York designer and artist Michael Vollbracht (Dec. 3), Maestro Leif Bjaland (Dec. 7), J. David Holcomb, M.D. (Jan. 31); author Leslie Glass (Feb. 28), Sarasota Ballet of Florida artistic director Iain Webb (March 27), Diamond Vault's Michael Chokr (April 24) and author Karen Koenig (May 29). $12 per person per event. RSVP required.
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Women with Moxie Holiday Gathering
1/16/2008 to
Rustic Grill, Sarasota
http://www.womenwithmoxie.com
Women with Moxie, a networking group for local businesswomen, will gather at Rustic Grill on Jan. 16 for a networking meeting. Rustic Grill will offer drink specials and provide light snacks; participants will be entered into drawings for items donated by members.
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The Virtual Body Scanner
1/19/2008 to
Rising Tide International, 5102 Swift Road, Sarasota
(800) 538-4973
http://www.drrobert.com
Dr. Robert Friedman will host a seminar at Rising Tide International featuring the Virtual Body Scanner, a device that picks up the body's signals through its galvanic skin responses. Friedman, a holistic pain specialist for 24 years, will offer free body scans for the first six people to register at the vent. $10 per person.
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Bacardi Chillounge Night
2/2/2008 to
Palm Avenue, Sarasota
http://www.chilloungenight.com
Hosted by The Sarasota Conservation Foundation, Palm Avenue will be transformed into an outdoor lounge for the benefit of preserving Sarasota beaches.
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Longboat Garden Club Home Tour
3/1/2008 to
Longboat Key
(941) 383-1406
The Longboat Garden Club will present its 32nd annual Home Tour on Saturday, March 1. $20 per person.
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Rafe New York Trunk Show at Addison Craig
2/8/2008 to
Addison Craig, 28 S. Boulevard of Presidents, St. Armands
(941) 388-3400
Meet Rafe Totengco, the designer behind the Rafe New York brand, at Addison Craig on St. Armands Circle.
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Sarasota Film Festival Opening Night Gala
4/4/2008 to
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $150.
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Sarasota Film Festival Kids Fest
4/5/2008 to
Payne Park, Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Free
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Sarasota Film Festival The Reel Experience at The Lake Club
4/5/2008 to
The Lake Club Grand Clubhouse, Lakewood Ranch
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $85
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Sarasota Film Festival Luncheon Under the Banyans
4/9/2008 to
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets, $100
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Sarasota Film Festival World Cinema Celebration
3/9/2008 to
Lemon Avenue, downtown Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $65
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Sarasota Film Festival Cabana Culture
4/10/2008 to
Hyatt Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $75
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Sarasota Film Festival Center Stage Live
4/10/2008 to
Esca, downtown Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $55 in advance; $60 at the door
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Sarasota Film Festival Night of 1,000 Stars
4/11/2008 to
Michael's On East, Sarasota
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets $150
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Sarasota Film Festival 10th Anniversary Ball (co-presented by Sarasota Magazine)
4/12/2008 to
The Longboat Key Club, Longboat Key
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets, $300
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Sarasota Film Festival Late Night Wrap Party
4/12/2008 to
The Longboat Key Club, Longboat Key
(941) 366-6200
http://www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
Tickets, $75
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Honor Sanctuary Mutts on Main
4/15/2008 to
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
(941) 302-0933
Join the fun on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch with dogs, puppies, cats and kittens for adoption! Bring your family and your pets -- they'll be able to get micro-chipped, sample gourmet treats and receive a mini-massage.
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Honor Sanctuary's Mutts on Main at Lakewood Ranch
5/15/2008 to
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
(941) 302-0933
Join the fun on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch with dogs, puppies, cats and kittens for adoption! Bring your family and your pets -- they'll be able to get micro-chipped, sample gourmet treats and receive a mini-massage.
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Earth Day Celebration at New Gate School
4/19/2008 to
New Gate School, 11011 Clark Road, Sarasota
http://www.newgate.edu
New Gate School will feature live music, green vendors, games, prizes, food and fun -- all in an effort to help "green" the planet.
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Third Annual "Savor Sarasota"
5/27/2008 to 6/8/2008
Sarasota, FL
http://www.savorsarasota.com
The third annual "Savor Sarasota" event has been expanded to 13 days and will be held May 27-June 8, offering $15 lunches and $25 dinners at many of the area's top restaurants.
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Eat, Drink & Think at Canvas Cafe
5/15/2008 to 8/17/2008
Canvas Cafe, downtown Sarasota
(941) 366-2233
http://www.canvascafesrq.com
Come experience intimate interviews with creative leaders, a three-course meal from chef Steven Phelps, a bottle of wine and stimulating conversation. May 15: Leif Bjaland; June 19: TBA; July 19: Piero Rivolta; August 17: Bill Buchman. Attendance is limited to 20 people.
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The Jungle Book
5/2/2008 to
365-2494
The Jungle Book. Enjoy the tales of Rudyard Kipling, at 7 p.m. May 2 at the Players Theatre.
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Doo-Wop Wed Widing Hood
5/9/2008 to 5/10/2008
365-2494
A 1950s-style musical version of that old children's story, at 7 p.m. May 9 and 10 at the Players Theatre, in a Players Performing Arts Studio production.
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Shifting Phantoms: An Evening of Illusory Dance
5/30/2008 to 5/31/2008
360-7399
The Moving Ethos Dance Company, with choreographer Courtney Smith, pushes the boundaries of perception in an investigation of loss, illusions and the fleeting nature of earthly existence. At 8 p.m. May 30 and 31 at the Historic Asolo Theater.
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Monday Night Movies at the Ringling
5/5/2008 to 5/19/2008
360-7399
On this month's schedule are Florida-set films The Yearling, May 5; The Palm Beach Story, May 12; and Night Moves, May 19. All at 7 p.m. in the Historic Asolo Theater and presented with the Sarasota Film Festival.
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Classic Corvettes on the Circle
5/3/2008 to
388-1554
Fulfill your 'Vettes fantasy, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3 on St. Armands.
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Festival Latino
5/4/2008 to 5/5/2008
365-2494
The annual celebration of Latino culture, music and dances takes place May 4 and 5 at the Players Theatre.
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Isreal@60 Celebration
5/4/2008 to 5/8/2008
371-4546
The Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Federation's celebration of Israel's statehood continues with a Family Celebration spotlighting Israeli culture May 4 at the federation campus (foods, music, children's events) and a talk by Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby, "Why the Media Get the Middle East Wrong," at 7 p.m. May 8 at Temple Beth Sholom.
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Palm Literary Society
5/20/2008 to
329-2604
The society closes out its season with a luncheon welcoming writer (and Sarasota resident) Jeff Shaara, whose latest book, The Steel Wave, is the second in Shaara's acclaimed World War II trilogy about D-Day. At 11:30 a.m. May 20 at Lakewood Ranch Country Club. Tickets $75 (includes a copy of the book).
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Book Signing with N.M. Kelby
6/3/2008 to 6/7/2008
Sometime Sarasota Magazine contributor Kelby's Murder at the Bad Girl's Bar and Grill hits bookstores this month, and Kelby will be at the Sarasota Borders at 1 p.m. June 3 to sign copies; she'll also turn up at 1 p.m. June 7 at St. Armands Circle Books.
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Mystery Florida: A Conference to Die For
6/6/2008 to 6/7/2008
Speaking of writers, this annual conference for mystery writers and readers takes place June 6 and 7 at Lido Beach Resort, and guest of honor is New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly, of Harry Bosch fame. But many other mystery masters will be in attendance as well; for complete info on how to participate, go to mysteryflorida.com.
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Forks and Corks!
6/5/2008 to 6/8/2008
268-5133
Celebrate the spirit of Sarasota-Manatee Originals dining with this food and wine fest showcasing cuisine from independent local restaurants, June 5-8. There will be interactive tastings and seminars, vintner dinners, food competitions and a grand sendoff with music, kids' activities and a charity auction. For more details go to freshoriginals.com.
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Monday Night Movies at the Ringling
7/7/2008 to 9/29/2008
360-7399
A selection of art, independent and foreign films, at 7 p.m. each Monday in July, August and September (except Sept. 1) at the Historic Asolo Theater.
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Majestic Ma Xi Tuan
7/1/2008 to 7/24/2008
360-7399
The Ringling Museum and Circus Sarasota partner to present this Chinese acrobatic troupe, lion dancing, hoop diving, pole climbing and more in performances through July 24 at the Historic Asolo Theater.
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Fourth of July Fireworks
7/4/2008 to
Sparklers to celebrate our country's birthday are once again going off at various area venues, among them Sarasota Bayfront Park and Siesta Key beaches, around 9:15 p.m. on the Fourth. Plan to carpool.
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Cosimo's Taste of the Pacific Northwest
6/26/2008 to
Cosimo's Brick Oven, Westfield Southgate Mall, Sarasota
(941) 363-0211
http://www.cosimos.net
Come to Cosimo's and enjoy executive chef Shane Dabney's Pacific Northwest-inspired menu, including salmon, pork loin, crab and conch fritters, hand-tossed pizzas, wild rice, dill terrine and more. $25 per person. Reservations required.
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Red, White and You
7/24/2008 to
Westfield Southgate Mall, Sarasota
(941) 363-0211
http://www.cosimos.net
Cosimo's Brick Oven celebrates the United States of America with a buffet of American cuisine created by owners John and Susie Ganley and chef Shane Dabney. Cost is $25 plus tax and tip.
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Longboat Key 33rd Annual Home Tour
3/7/2009 to
Six carefully selected homes open their doors to tour-goers. Proceeds go to scholarships and environmental charities.
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Honor Sanctuary Animal Rescue Fur Bowl-a-Thon
9/6/2008 to
AMF Bradenton Lanes, 4208 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 302-0933
Help Honor Sanctuary save the lives of area animals. Proceeds provide medical care, fund spay and neuter programs, help find foster homes and host weekly adoption events. Register by Aug. 20. $50 per person includes food, shoes, music and three drink tickets.
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Domestic Violence Vigil Event
10/2/2008 to
4940 Pan American, North Port
This year's Domestic Violence Candelight Vigil Event will be held in North Port's Community Educational Center/North Port Senior Center.
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Bridal Open House at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club
8/16/2008 to
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, Lakewood Ranch
(941) 907-3033
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club will host its fourth bridal open house and present more than 20 vendors to brides and their guests. Brides must RSVP to the catering sales office by Wednesday, Aug. 13.
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Talent Explosion 2008
8/23/2008 to
The Players Theatre, 838 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
(941) 365-2494
http://www.theplayers.org
Thirty acts -- dancers, singers, magicians and more! -- will compete in Talent Explosion 2008 at the Players Theatre. Tickets: $12 adults; $8 students.
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Boutique Sale Store
8/28/2008 to 8/30/2008
556 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, next to L. Kids
Lotus, L. Boutique, IOPTICS, Beau Monde, Kelietza, Willow 506, Foxy Lady, The Met, Jane Boutique, Stitch and T. Georgiano's are teaming up for a blowout summer sale -- everything from fashion and shoes to be gifts will be 50 percent to 70 percent off. Shop your favorite boutiques all under one roof.
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