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The Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix, a hallmark event since 1986, will not take place in 2025. Organizers, Powerboat P1, have decided to pause the event due to budgetary constraints and uncertainties stemming from ongoing construction related to The Bay’s master plan, which affects key areas like the Van Wezel parking lot and Centennial Park. Thomas […]
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Arts Advocates is delighted to unveil its February 2025 lineup, featuring a wide range of cultural activities, including an art talk about Sarasota legacy artist Robert (Bob) Chase, a luncheon in the Arts Advocates Gallery, an exhibit by Susan Klein, guided tours of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Sarasota Opera House, and a […]
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Arts Advocates has unveiled an exciting roster of events for January 2025, designed to highlight local arts and culture while providing opportunities for community engagement. The events include a luncheon with guest speaker Morris (Marty) Hylton III, president of Architecture Sarasota; an art talk by Kathryn Chesley titled “Becoming Ladies of History;” a group exhibit […]
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Hurricane Milton blew through Sarasota’s Van Wezel Performing Arts Center and left destruction in its path and all shows were cancelled for 2024. One of those shows was the annual pilgrimage of the Allman Betts Band to their hometown Sarasota to pay tribute to the Allman Brothers Band. Devon Allman, son of Gregg and Duane […]
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Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of November events, which includes Robert C. Manteiga’s street photography exhibit, Sarasota Ballet and Van Wezel tours, Holly Freedman’s “Listening to Women” art talk, and a luncheon celebration of Arts Advocates’ milestone 55th anniversary with a chance to win an original painting by Martha Hartman. Unless otherwise […]
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Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of October events, which includes the exhibit “SPAACES Studio Artists Present;” the art talk, “Truman Adams – Murals and More;” the first luncheon of the season; and the “Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage” tour. Unless otherwise indicated, registration is […]
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The Allman Betts Family Revival is gearing up for its eighth annual tour, continuing its tradition of honoring the musical legacy of Gregg Allman, Dickey Betts, and the iconic Allman Brothers Band. This year’s tour will take place from November to December, bringing together an impressive lineup of artists to celebrate and extend the rich […]
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SARASOTA, Fla. (August 5, 2024) – Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of September events, which includes JC Wayne’s exhibit “Wondrous World: Illuminating Sacred Spaces of Memory with Art & Words in Dialogue”; a “Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage” tour; and the art talk, “An […]
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Get ready for a splash of excitement as the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix marks its 40th anniversary this September 13-15, featuring high-speed powerboat racing off the scenic Lido Beach. The weekend kicks off with a Pit Party on Friday, September 13, from 6-10 pm in the Van Wezel parking lot. This lively event will feature […]
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Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of July and August events. Art talks include “6 of 26: Six of the Original Florida Highwaymen Artists’ Paintings in the Arts Advocates Collection” and “Late Bloomers: Contemporary Women Artists Who Achieved Fame in Their Senior Years.” A special showcase featuring the 2024 Arts Advocates scholarship recipients […]
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The Suncoast Post asks, “What’s On, Suncoast?” Here are some ideas for the area this week from June 21 – 28, 2024. Friday Fest – Kettle of Fish Friday Fest – Kettle of Fish1001 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236 Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series, returns this year with an exciting lineup […]