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Arts Advocates is pleased to announce that 10 Sarasota and Manatee county students have been awarded scholarships totaling $20,000 for the 2022-2023 school year. Since 1969, the scholarship program has awarded over $1.1 million to students whose studies include visual and related arts, dance, writing, music, theater, and architecture. All scholarship monies are generated through […]
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Arts Advocates is pleased to announce the receipt of a gift of two paintings by George Pappas: “Greek Time,” oil on canvas, 84 x 60 inches; and “Beauty and the Beast,” oil on canvas, 60 x 72 inches. Dr. Sarah Pappas, wife of the late George Pappas (1929-2021), made this generous gift to the organization. These pieces are now on display […]
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the bustling rhythm of modern life, mental health often takes a backseat to our daily responsibilities. It’s easy to neglect our emotional well-being amidst the pressures of work, relationships, and personal goals. However, May marks a significant opportunity to pause and reflect on the state of our mental health. Mental Health Awareness Month, observed annually, […]
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Atomic Holiday Bazaar, Sarasota, Florida’s original indie arts and craft show enters its eleventh season with shows scheduled on Saturday, December 10, 12:00 and Sunday, December 11, 2016, noon to 5:00 p.m. both days at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.
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The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) announced today the full slate of programming for the upcoming 27th annual edition. Live and in-person screenings and events will take place across Sarasota April 4 through April 13, 2025. The 27th Sarasota Film Festival will feature a lineup of films that includes 37 features, with 4 World Premieres, 10 […]
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The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) announced today the full slate of programming for the upcoming 26th annual edition. Live and in-person screenings and events will take place across Sarasota April 5 through April 14, 2024. The 26th Sarasota Film Festival will feature a lineup of films that includes 64 features, with 4 World Premieres, 1 […]
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On August 3, the United States officially declared it as Tony Bennett Day, a day to honor the memory and legacy of the legendary singer, who passed away the previous week on what would have been his 97th birthday. The Senate unanimously passed a resolution to commemorate the iconic crooner, highlighting his remarkable musical talent […]
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WSLR is proud to be a Screening Partner for the 2022-23 Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers! Over the season, we will host six independent filmmakers for free Tuesday night screenings and conversations around important stories and the art of filmmaking. The first screening, “REFUGE,” takes place Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at Fogartyville […]
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The Perlman Music Program Suncoast announces a rare and unique opportunity to experience The Perlman Music Program (“PMP”) alumnus and violinist Sean Lee and pianist Peter Dugan perform the Complete 24 Caprices of Niccolò Paganini, as arranged by Robert Schumann, on Thursday, January 13 at 7:00pm at Riverview Performing Arts Center. This dynamic duo returns to […]
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is Saturday, Oct. 16: Registration is at 7:30 a.m., and the 5K walk starts at Nathan Benderson Park at 9 a.m. More info: HERE. NBP Survivors In Sync is Nathan Benderson Park’s first dragon boat paddling team, a team of breast cancer survivors. Some years ago, advocates in the medical community came forth […]
Written by Angela Naff on . Posted in Great Reading.
We live in some of the prettiest places, from beaches to sunsets, amazing concerts, to wonderful museums. Suncoast features something for everyone. Unfortunately, many children, animals, homeless residents, and others do not have the luxury of a nice roof over their heads, food in their bellies each night, and the like. Luckily, so many of […]