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Sarasota was home to Florida's first golf course and one of America's first courses. Sir John Hamilton Gillespie, a Scottish colonist, built the nine-hole course in 1905
 
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May 2008
2007-2008 Winter Mainstage Season
Florida Studio Theater
through – Saturday, May. 24, 2008
Florida Studio Theatre
Sarasota
941-366-9000
4 new mainstage productions.
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2007-2008 Winter Cabaret Season
Florida Studio Theatre
through – Saturday, Jun. 7, 2008
Florida Studio Theatre
Sarasota
941-366-9017, ext. 316
3 New Cabarets to attend this season.
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Second Saturday Family Program @ Mote
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
through – Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008
The second Saturday of every month.
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Mote's Marine Education Resource Center, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
Sarasota
941-388-4441, ext. 229
Have fun with the whole family and discover more about the ocean in your backyard - or on your vacation!
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Fleming's Prime Rib Dinner
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
through – Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008
Every Sunday
5:00PM - 9:00PM
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 2001 Siesta Drive
Sarasota
941-358-9463
Prime Rib Dinner available Sunday's Only!
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Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market
Downtown Association
through – Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008
every Saturday - rain or shine
7:00 Am - Noon
Lemon Avenue and Main Street
Sarasota
941-951-2656
Buy Fresh - Buy Local - a Sarasota tradition for over 28 years
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information
Venice Downtown Farmers Market
Venice Main Street
through – Monday, Dec. 29, 2008
8am - Noon
Miami Ave Breezeway, Main Street
Venice
Saturday Morning Farmers Market - buy fresh and buy local.
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Mommy and Me @ Mote: What's New
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
through – Saturday, May. 17, 2008
Offered year-round on select Thursdays and Saturdays
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. (9:50 a.m. check-in)
Mote Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
Sarasota
941-388-4441, ext. 229
Mommy and Me at Mote are educational play programs designed for children ages 2-5 and their parents or caregivers.
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Parents Night Out
Sarasota County Parks and Recreation
through – Friday, May. 16, 2008
3rd Friday of every month, Jan-May
5:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Longwood Park, 6050 Longwood Run Blvd.
Sarasota
941-358-2855
Enjoy a night out with your significant other while our experienced staff cares for your children, ages 5-12.
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Jazz at Two
Jazz Club of Sarasota
through – Friday, May. 30, 2008
Every Friday
2-4 pm
Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-923-2857
Jazz Concert: all professional jazz musicians
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Boardwalk Nature Tour
Crowley Museum & Nature Center
through – Saturday, May. 24, 2008
the 4th Saturday of every month
10 AM
Crowley Museum and Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Rd
Sarasota
941-322-1000
Guided tour nature walk through five Florida habitats.
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information
Houdini's Showplace Dinner Theatre Staring Vince Carmen
Sarasota Cay Club
through – Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008
Ongoing
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sarasota Cay Club - 7150 N. Tamiami Trail, 7150 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-355-2781
Houdini Showplace at the Sarasota Cay Club
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OLD RECORD NIGHT
Canvas Cafe Gallery
through – Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008
every Wednesday night
8 p.m-1 a.m.
1912 Adams Lane
Sarasota
941.957.0609
enjoy old records and new friends at the Canvas Cafe Gallery
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Wine Tasting
Cork and Bottle Shop Restaurant
through – Friday, Aug. 1, 2008
Every Thursday
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Cork and Bottle Shop on St. Armand's Circle, 29 N Boulevard of the Presidents
Sarasota
Weekly Wine Tasting at the Bottle Shop
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information
Old Master Drawings from The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
John & Mable Ringing Museum of Art
through – Friday, May. 23, 2008
See this exhibition during regular Museum hours, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941-358-3180
Old Master Drawings from The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
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Focus on Asian Art: Guanyin Personified from the Wall-Apelt Collection of Asian Art
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
through – Sunday, Jun. 15, 2008
10 am - 5:30 pm
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Focus on Asian Art: Guanyin Personified from the Wall-Apelt Collection of Asian Art
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Local Celebrity
Five O'clock Club
through – Saturday, Jun. 28, 2008
every Sunday
10pm - 2am
1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
A rocking reggae band hosting a rock ‘n roll jam night
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Al Fuller's Blues Jam
Five O'clock Club
through – Saturday, Jun. 28, 2008
Every Monday
10pm to 2am
1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Al & his band start out the night with some original tunes & then host an open stage blues jam.
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Identity Krisis
Five O'clock Club
through – Saturday, Jun. 28, 2008
Every Tuesday
10pm - 2am
1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
All your favorite classic rock ‘n roll cover songs.
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information
3Peace
Five O'clock club
through – Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2008
Every Wednesday
10pm - 2am
1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
who play a variety of music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and modern rock as well
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Democracy
Five O'clock Club
through – Saturday, Jun. 28, 2008
Every Thursday
10pm to 2pm
1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
Democracy has been in the area for twelve years bringing you the best of Reggae, Soca, R&B and Top 40.
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Funny Girl
The Golden Apple Dinner Theater
Tuesday, Mar. 18, 2008 - Sunday, May. 11, 2008
6 pm doors open for dinner, 8 pm curtain, Saturday Matinee at noon, Sunday Twilight Show at 4 pm, no performances on Monday
25 North Pineapple Avenue, The Golden Apple Dinner Theater
Sarasota
941-366-5454
The hit Broadway musical based on the life of vaudevillian Fanny Brice
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Outlaws and Angels at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre
through – Tuesday, Jun. 10, 2008
call for details
Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Avenue
Sarasota
941 366-9000
A rousing celebration of songs by the rugged Outlaws of early Western music.
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Fleming's Seasonal Menu
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
through – Tuesday, Jun. 24, 2008
Every Day!
5:00PM - 11:00PM
Flmeig's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 2001 Siesta Drive
Sarasota
941.358.9463
Chef's Complete 3-Course Dinner
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The Miamians at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre
through – Sunday, Jun. 1, 2008
Weeknights 8pm; 2pm Sat Mat; 3pm Sun Mat.
Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Avenue
Sarasota
941 366-9000
A smart & engaging new play.
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Video Lecture Series
through – Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008
Every Thursday
2:00pm to 4:00 pm
4143 Woodmere Park Blvd
Venice
941-861-5000
Film of a college level course.
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information
Ralleyball Youth Tennis League
Sarasota County Parks and Recreation
through – Sunday, May. 18, 2008
Sundays
2-4 p.m.
Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd.
Sarasota
941-316-1330
Fun tennis instruction for 6-12 year-olds taught by USTA certified instructors.
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Wine Tasting - St. Armands Gifts and Winery
St. Armands Gifts and Winery
through – Wednesday, Apr. 7, 2010
Open daily
St. Armands Cr., 466 John Ringling BLVD.
Sarasota
941-388-5330
Complimentary wine tasting offered all day every. 100% natural fruit, berry ,and citrus wines from Florida.
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information
Great Escapes
Florida West Coast Symphony
through – Monday, May. 12, 2008
Holley Hall
Sarasota
(941) 953-3434
Music you know and love
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Songs I learned at My Mother’s Knee – hosted by June LeBell
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
through – Tuesday, May. 13, 2008
11:00 a.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.360.7399
Historic Asolo Theater Backstage Onstage series presents: Songs I Learned at My Mother's Knee - hosted by June LeBell
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Al Fuller's Blues Jam at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
through – Monday, Dec. 29, 2008
Every Monday
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Al and his band start out the night with some original tunes and them host an open stage blues jam with many local musicians.
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information
Identity Krisis at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
through – Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008
Every Tuesday
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
All your favorite classic rock ‘n roll cover songs.
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information
Harry's Seafood Extravaganza Prix Fixe
Harry's Continental Kitchens
through – Sunday, May. 25, 2008
Longboat Key
Four Course Prix Fixe $34 per person Seafood Extravaganza
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3 Peace at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
through – Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008
Every Wednesday
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
3 Peace who play a variety of music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and modern rock as well.
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Mothers Day Special-Gentlemen Treat the Ladies in Your Life!!
Perfect Skin and Body Care
through – Friday, May. 30, 2008
THE MONTH OF MAY
Tues-Sat 9a-5p
312 So Washington Blvd. (Highway 301) Sarasota FL 34236, 312 So Washington Blvd.
Sarasota
941-364-5746
Treat your Mother or loved one to a day of luxury.
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Pretty for Prom
Perfect Skin and Body Care
through – Saturday, May. 31, 2008
The day of your prom
Tues-Sat. 9a-5p
312 So. Washington Blvd. (Hwy, 301) Sarasota FL 34236 , 312 So Washington Blvd. (Hwy 301)
Sarasota
941-364-5746
We'll help you get ready for prom. Facials, Body treatments and Makeup
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Shopping is Essential
Lakewood Ranch Main Street
through – Saturday, May. 31, 2008
The entire month of May
all day
Lakewood Main Street, 8131 Lakewood Main Street
Near Sarasota
Shopping is Essential
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Democracy at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
through – Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008
Every Thursday
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Democracy has been in the area for twelve years bringing you the best of Reggae, Soca, R&B and Top 40.
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information
Tai Chi on Siesta Beach
through – Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008
Every Monday
15 min. before sunset
Siesta Beach in Siesta Village
Siesta Key
A free half-hour practice of T'ai Chi Chih, easy-to-do movement exercise. No experience needed.
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Handz-On Family Program
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
through – Saturday, May. 31, 2008
Saturdays & Sundays
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Handz-On Family Program at the Ringling Museum
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Local Celebrity at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
through – Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008
Every Sunday
10pm - 2am
Five O'Clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Local Celebrity . A rocking reggae band hosting a rock ‘n roll jam night.
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Starving Artist Night
Canvas Cafe Gallery
through – Tuesday, May. 27, 2008
Every Tuesday night
Sarasota
941.957.0609
Come to Canvas Cafe and get a deal that even a poor man can afford!
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J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit
Venice Little Theatre
through – Sunday, May. 18, 2008
8PM Tues-Sat; and 2PM on Sun
140 W Tampa Ave, 140 W Tampa Ave
Venice
941-488-1115
Classic Adventure
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Lady
Asolo Repertory Theatre
through – Sunday, Jun. 1, 2008
Tuesday-Sunday
Matinees at 2 PM (Wed, Sat, Sun), Evening Shows at 8 PM (Tues-Thurs)
Cook Theatre (FSU Center for Performing Arts), 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941.351.8000
A New Play by Craig Wright, the Award-winning Producer of Lost and Writer of Six Feet Under and Dirty Sexy Money
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North Port Art Center Spring Art Exhibits
through – Saturday, May. 31, 2008
Monday - Saturday 10:00 -2:00
at5950 Sam Shapos Way
North Port
423-6460
Mixed Media Montage" and "Board Members Exhibition
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Ringling Retro: Modern and Contemporary Art from the Permanent Collection
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
through – Sunday, Sep. 7, 2008
10 am - 5:30 pm
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Ringling Retro: Modern and Contemporary Art from the Permanent Collection
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Chamber Music Concert
Florida West Coast Symphony
Sunday, May. 11, 2008
4 p.m.
Holley Hall, 709 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
(941) 953-3434
Florida String Quartet
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Global Day of Prayer
Center For World Revival & Awakening
Sunday, May. 11, 2008
4pm-7pm
Sarasota Bradenton International Convention Center, 8005 15th st e
Sarasota
941.355.9161
Christian Church Service
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HURRICANE TENNIS OPEN PLAYERS PARTY
HURRICANE TENNIS
Sunday, May. 11, 2008
7pm - 10pm
Ritz-Carlton of Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr
Sarasota
(941) 809-8996
Hurricane Tennis Open Players Party
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Mothers Day Brunch
Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
Sunday, May. 11, 2008
11AM - 3PM
Ritz-Carlton, 1111 Rotz-Carlton Dr
Sarasota
941 309-2008
Mothers Day Brunch
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Monday Night Movies at the Ringling Presented with the Sarasota Film Festival
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Monday, May. 12, 2008
7:00 p.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.360.7399
Monday Night Movies at the Ringling Presented with the Sarasota Film Festival
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Drag Queen Bingo
Canvas Cafe Gallery
Monday, May. 12, 2008 - Monday, May. 26, 2008
Every Second and Fourth Monday of Every Month
8-10 p.m.
1912 Adams Lane
Sarasota
941.957.0609
Play a game of bingo at Canvas Cafe that you'll never forget!
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Tuesday Movie Matinee
Tuesday, May. 13, 2008
every Tuesday at 2:00 pm
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
F. T. B. Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd
Venice
941-861-5000
Free movies
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Come Blow Your Horn
Venice Little Theatre
Tuesday, May. 13, 2008 - Sunday, May. 25, 2008
8PM Tue-Sat; and 2PM on Sun
140 W Tampa Ave, 140 W Tampa Ave
Venice
941-488-1115
Neil Simon Comedy
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CHICAGO
The Golden Apple Dinner Theater
Tuesday, May. 13, 2008 - Sunday, Jul. 6, 2008
6 pm doors open for dinner, 8 pm curtain, Saturday Matinee at noon, Sunday Twilight Show at 4 pm, no performances on Monday
25 North Pineapple Avenue, The Golden Apple Dinner Theater
Sarasota
941 953-3368
Winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical!
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Dive Safety Myths and Misconceptions
Florida Underwater Sports
Wednesday, May. 14, 2008
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Florida Underwater Sports, 7670 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-870-4461
DAN Seminar
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Hawaii 5'O Party at The Five O
Five O'clock Club
Wednesday, May. 14, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Hawaii 5'O Party, Dress Hawaiian to get Freebies!
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Wine Tasting
Crescent Beach Grocery
Wednesday, May. 14, 2008
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Crescent Beach Grocery, 1211 Old Stickney Pt. Rd.
Siesta Key
312-0472
Wine Tasting at Crescent Beach Grocery 6:00pm until 8:00pm
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Baseball State Championships
Florida High School Athletic Association
Wednesday, May. 14, 2008 - Tuesday, May. 20, 2008
TBD
Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th Street
Sarasota
941-954-4101 ext. 5200
Come see some great baseball action with the states best teams at Ed Smith Stadium!
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Diana Lucas Leavengood
Katharine Butler Gallery
Wednesday, May. 14, 2008 - Saturday, Jul. 5, 2008
Tues. – Sat. 11-4 pm/Fri 11-4 pm; 6-9 pm
Katharine Butler Gallery, 1943 Morrill St.
Sarasota
941-955-4546
This exhibition features new work by Diana Lucas Leavengood inspired by the Holt, Rhinehart & Winston series “Rivers of America".
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Cocktails at the Cà d'Zan
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Thursday, May. 15, 2008
Third Thursday of every month
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Cocktails at the Cà d'Zan
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Eat, Drink and Think
Canvas Cafe Gallery
Thursday, May. 15, 2008
6:30-9 p.m.
1912 Adams Lane
Sarasota
Experience intimate conversations over a wine dinner with your favorite local and national artists.
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Social Security and You
Thursday, May. 15, 2008
10:00 am to 11:00 am
F. T. B. Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd
Venice
941-861-5000
Social Security made easy.
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Chameleon at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
Friday, May. 16, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
The areas best party band, play a lively versatile repertoire covering the greatest dance hits.
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Kids Create: Nature Crafts at Crowley
Friday, May. 16, 2008
11 am
Cowley Museum and Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Rd.
Sarasota
RSVP 941-322-1000
Kids: create a take-home memory
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Spotlight on… Ringling Retro
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Friday, May. 16, 2008
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.358.3180
Ringling Spotlight Series
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The Asolo Repertory Theater presents Working A Musical
Asolo Repertory Theatre
Friday, May. 16, 2008 - Sunday, Jun. 8, 2008
Tuesday - Sunday
Matinees at 2 PM (Wed, Sat, Sun), Evening Shows at 8 PM (Tues-Thurs)
Mertz Theatre (FSU Center for Performing Arts), 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941.351.8000
WORKING, conceived by the creator of WICKED, is a powerful audience favorite featuring characters from all walks of life
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Lakewood Ranch Cinemas Celebrates Summer Blockbuster Season with Open House on May 17
Sarasota Film Society
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
10am-12noon
Lakewood Ranch Cinemas, 10715 Rodeo Dr. #8,
Sarasota
(941) 955-3456
Sarasota Film Society is hosting an open house on Saturday, May 17 from 10 am-12 noon
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3 Peace at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
3 Peace play a variety of music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and modern rock as well.
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IMAGINIQUE
Florida Ballet Arts Academy
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
8:00pm - 10:00 pm
Players Theatre, 838 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
365-2494
IMAGINIQUE , Presented by Florida Ballet Arts Academy
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MEET THE AUTHOR & BOOK SIGNING
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
1:00 pm
Barnes & Noble Bookstore, 4010 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
Meet the Author
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Moonlit Tour at Crowley
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
6:30 pm
Cowley Museum and Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Rd.
Sarasota
RSVP 941-322-1000
Evening nature and wildlife walk
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Nokomis Beach Youth Fishing Tournament
Sarasota County Parks
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
8am - 10:30am
Nokomis Beach, 901 Casey Key Rd
Nokomis
941-486-2595
Youth Fishing Tournament for kids ages 14 & under. Registration begins at 8am, cost is $1 per child. Awards and prizes.
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Swingin' Pops
Florida West Coast Symphony
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
8 p.m.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Sarasota
(941) 953-3434
Music you know and love
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White on State 2
Tinkerbell Events and Promotions
Saturday, May. 17, 2008
7pm-12pm
State Street and Lemon Ave, State Street
Sarasota
941-726-3086
2nd annual event for downtown. The event of the year to be seen and to be. White on State 2
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Circle of Boats
R.V. World
Saturday, May. 17, 2008 - Sunday, May. 18, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
St. Armands Circle, St. Armands Circle
Sarasota
941-388-1554
Boat Show
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Jacaranda Library Chess Club
Sunday, May. 18, 2008
1:30 to 3:30
F. T. B. Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd
Venice
941-861-5000
Meet with people who love chess, like chess, or would like to learn to love chess.
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Monday Night Movies at the Ringling Presented with the Sarasota Film Festival
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Monday, May. 19, 2008
7:00 p.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.360.7399
Monday Night Movies at the Ringling Presented with the Sarasota Film Festival
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Elisabeth Stevens: Etchings
Art Center Sarasota
Tuesday, May. 20, 2008 - Monday, Jul. 28, 2008
Tues-Sat / 10AM - 4PM
Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-365-2032
Large copper plate etchings by Elisabeth Stevens
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Humanity in Black and White: 5th Annual Juried Photography Show
Art Center Sarasota
Tuesday, May. 20, 2008 - Monday, Jul. 28, 2008
Tues-Sat / 10AM - 4PM
Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-365-2032
This assembly of works invites artists to capture humanity from one’s backyard to the farthest reaches of the planet.
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Martin Luther King Boulevard: Photographs by Steven Katzman
Art Center Sarasota
Tuesday, May. 20, 2008 - Monday, Jul. 28, 2008
Tues-Sat / 10AM - 4PM
Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Trail
Sarasota
941-365-2032
Martin Luther King Boulevard is a series of mural-size photographs taken at intersections that bear witness to his name.
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Jacaranda Evening Book Club
Wednesday, May. 21, 2008
6:30 pm
F.T.B. Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd
Venice
941-861-5000
Share a good book and a good discussion of “As Hot as it was You Ought to Thank Me” by Nanci Kincaid.
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Wildlife Detectives
Crowley
Thursday, May. 22, 2008
11 am
Cowley Museum and Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Rd.
Sarasota
RSVP 941-322-1000
Kids becoming widlife detectives
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Highway Tp Hell at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
Friday, May. 23, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Highway to Hell is a Florida based AC/DC Tribute Band
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Smooth Jazz on St. Armands
Wilde Jaguar & Wilde Lexus
Friday, May. 23, 2008
6pm - 9 pm
St. Armands Circle, St. Armands Circle
Sarasota
941-388-1554
Live Entertainment on St. Armands
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Spotlight on… Guanyin Personified
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Friday, May. 23, 2008
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Ringling Spotlight Series
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Ballpark Beach Bash
Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, May. 24, 2008
4:30pm - 9:00pm
Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th Street
Sarasota
349-3800
SK Chamber's Ballpark Beach Bash at Ed Smith Stadium to Benefit the All-Faiths Food Bank & SK Fireworks Fund
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Identity Krisis at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
Saturday, May. 24, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Identity Krisis. All your favorite classic rock 'n roll cover songs.
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The Rocky Horror Show
Venice Little Theatre
Saturday, May. 24, 2008 - Saturday, Jun. 14, 2008
8PM Tue-Sat ;plus Sat at midnight No Sundays
140 W Tampa Ave, 140 W Tampa Ave
Venice
941-488-1115
Cabaret "Horror" Show
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Sarasota Tarpon Tournament
Sarsaota Sportfishing Anglers Club
Saturday, May. 24, 2008 - Saturday, Jul. 12, 2008
Sarasota
The tournament will begin Saturday May 24, 2008 @ 6 AM. With kickoff meeting on May 20 @ Sarasota Fairgrounds Potter Building.
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Phantasmagoria: Specters of Absence
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Saturday, May. 24, 2008 - Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008
10 am - 5:30 pm
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Phantasmagoria: Specters of Absence
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Phantasmagoria: Specters of Absence
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Sunday, May. 25, 2008 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.359.5700
Phantasmagoria: Specters of Absence
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CME – 22nd Annual Series – Pediatric Infectious Diseases: An Evidence-Based Approach
American Medical Seminars, Inc.
Monday, May. 26, 2008 - Friday, May. 30, 2008
20 CME, Cat 1 AMA
Hyatt on Sarasota Bay, Sarasota, Florida, P.O. Box 49947
Sarasota
941-388-1766
This is one of 25 Category 1 weekly programs of Live Primary Care Presentations of our 22nd Annual Series in Sarasota, FLORIDA.
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Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week
Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau
Tuesday, May. 27, 2008 - Sunday, Jun. 8, 2008
Various Restaurants Around Town, Call participating restaurant(s) to make reservation.
Sarasota
Discover the Flavors of Sarasota During the Third Annual "Savor Sarasota" Restaurant Week, May 27-June 8, 2008
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Democracy at the Five O
Five O'clock Club
Friday, May. 30, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
Democracy has been in the area for fifteen years bringing you the best of Reggae, Soca, R&B and Top 40.
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How It Use To Be In 73
Senior Friendship Centers
Friday, May. 30, 2008
6 PM - 9 PM
Senior Friendship Center, 1888 Brother Geenen Way
Sarasota
556-3214
Dancing, Refreshments & Drinks
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Shifting Phantoms: An Evening of Illusory Dance
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Friday, May. 30, 2008 - Saturday, May. 31, 2008
8:00 p.m.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota
941.360.7399
Shifting Phantoms: An Evening of Illusory Dance - Presented by Moving Ethos Dance Company
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For the Love of It
The Sarasota Choral Society
Saturday, May. 31, 2008
7:00 pm
Bee Ridge Presbyterian Church, 4826 S. McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL, 4411 Bee Ridge Road, Box 237
Sarasota
941-343-9894
A Birthday Tribute Performance for Dr. Julia W. Rohr.
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Local Group of Deep Sky Observers
Crowley Museum and Nature Center
Saturday, May. 31, 2008
6 pm
Crowley Museum and Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Rd.
Sarasota
RSVP 941-322-1000
Bring your telescope and take a brief training class in observing night skies
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The Boneshakers at the Five O
The Five O'clock Club
Saturday, May. 31, 2008
10pm - 2am
Five O'Clock Club, 1930 Hillview Street
Sarasota
366 5555
The Boneshakers are Florida's finest rockabilly act
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Downtown Sarasota Craft Festival
Saturday, May. 31, 2008 - Sunday, Jun. 1, 2008
10 am - 5 pm
Downtown Sarasota, Main Street
Sarasota
Craft Festival
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Venice Battle of the Bands
The Friends of the Venice Community Center
Saturday, May. 31, 2008 - Sunday, Jun. 1, 2008
3PM - 11PM
Venice Community Center , 326 S. Nokomis Ave Veniec, FL 34285
Venice
941*861*1380
20 Bands - 2 Days! Come out to support local musicians and the rise of a new venue!
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