Richard Tharp, a sales representative and brand ambassador for the furniture manufacturer Baker, is leading a design seminar at the Sarasota location of Robb & Stucky, 7557 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 5. Tharp will discuss the company's product development process, as well as trends and craftsmanship. Baker was founded in Michigan in 1890. RSVP via [email protected] or (941) 702-8411.