Written by Vicky Sullivan on . Posted in Music.
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Center celebrated the 45th Anniversary of the venue on Tuesday, February 24 with a dinner, auction and a Beatle! Ringo and the All-Star Band rolled into Sarasota to join the party! All-Starr Todd Rundgren said “The circus has come to Sarasota” and the humor was not lost on the SRQ […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Blog.
I spend my summer’s in Northern Wisconsin at my family vacation home, settled on two lakes, and over eighty acres. Since having added a mini pig, Officer, to my family, driving from Florida with him and his brother, a black cat with OCD named Uncle Putt, has become necessary. Oh, Officer can fly, but Delta […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Music.
Yes, today is Rebecca Bird’s Birthday! But, it was actually celebrated yesterday at the fabulous Swordfish Grill and Tiki in Cortez. Steve Arvey and a fabulous group of talented musicians put on quite a show. Of course, Rebecca was the lead singer for her great day. The players….Steve Arvey, Rebecca Bird, Rick Fass, Otis T. […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Blog.
When we – four late thirtysomethings and fans – decided to get tickets to Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden in 2014, we probably didn’t even realize the magnitude of what we were about to experience. Case in point: we almost sold the tickets. Well, to be more accurate, I was trying desperately to convince […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Events.
Yes, another birthday- don’t remind me. I have had a lot of different offers of special things to do today…..skydiving (too risky), horseback riding (possibly), roller blading (ankles are getting weak), Las Vegas (nah), Met Game in Philly (sounds enticing) or a day at the beach. (I do that all the time!) Well, I’ve made […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Blog.
Gloria Steinem turns 80 today. Life in the Boomer Lane knows better than to assume that most people are aware of those people who have shaken up the world in ways that change us forever. So, for those of you who missed Gloria Steinem, here is a quick review: She was hot enough, as a […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Charities.
The Blue Rooster. 1525 4th Street, Sarasota FL. Price: $5.00 per person. 6-9pm. This year’s event is to benefit The Compassionate Friends, the charity famous for supporting families that have lost a child with their annual worldwide holiday candle lighting. $5 Admission goes 100% to The Compassionate Friends. Buy a George Worthmore CD (Live At […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Shop Local.
If you have ever dreamed of walking into a jewelry store that feels warm, welcoming and wonderfully personal, then Amber’s Jewel Box is exactly the kind of gem you have been searching for. Tucked away in the North Port area, this beloved local jewelry shop has been winning hearts and adorning wrists, necks and fingers […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.
There are big nights… and then there are Clancy’s nights. Last night at Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub was one for the record books. In my 20 years of walking through those familiar doors, laughing with friends, listening to live music, and celebrating life’s milestones, I can honestly say that — outside of St. Paddy’s Day […]
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Great Reading.
When I heard that Neil Sedaka had passed away, it felt like a small piece of my childhood quietly slipped away with him. Growing up, his music wasn’t just something that played on the radio — it was woven into the fabric of everyday life. His songs floated through the house on Saturday mornings, poured […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.
Most Sarasota County Government offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents Day, a federal holiday honoring the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and celebrating the legacy of U.S. presidents. Residents should plan ahead for county-related services, as many administrative offices and facilities will not operate on the holiday. […]