Old Chestnuts – roasting by an open fire Yes, Virginia, it’s not Christmas – without The Nutcracker playing at a theater near you. To have a really Merry Christmas one must have Santa, presents, small children and snow. Well, maybe Read More
By Charmaine Engelsman-Robins Bands love playing the clubs on Siesta Key. The crowds are a great mix of locals and visitors from not only all over the country but the world, and people who go out to hear live music Read More
Crescent Club 6519 Midnight Pass Rd, 941-217-6837 Our congratulations and a clink of our drink to Gabrielle, who has been selected as our December Bartender of the Month. This Florida transplant shares her hometown birthplace with famous residents like musicians, Read More
By Charmaine Engelsman-Robins The soul of Billy Seward If you’d like to check out one of the most respected soul singers in our area, that would be Billy Seward. Other musicians sing (no pun intended) his praises and cite Read More
Third time’s the charm The Sarasota Youth Opera has performed The Little Sweep three times since 2005 – its last production in 2018 – and Hans Krása’s Brundibár has its third production this month. The connection between the two? Both stories – Read More
Daiquiri Deck, South Siesta 1250 Stickney Point Rd, (941) 349-8697 Congratulations and a tip of the hat to Taylor who has been selected as our November Bartender of the Month. This home-grown Sarasotan is currently bartending at Daiquiri Deck, South Read More
By Debbie Flessner As Dennis Yoder handed a loaded ice cream cone over the counter to a customer, and the customer let out an involuntary sigh of satisfaction from the heavenly taste of the homemade frozen treat, a broad smile Read More
By Rodger Skidmore All things bright and the beautiful The autumn leaves are changing from shades of green to hues of red, yellow, and orange – Oh wait, that’s Vermont and we’re in Sarasota. But, nevertheless, things can Read More
By Charmaine Engelsman-Robins Mike Kach playing more than ever this fall One look at Mike Kach might bring Gregg Allman to mind, and as soon as you hear Mike perform there’s no doubt: he is a longtime Allman Brothers admirer Read More
Meet Meredith! Meridith grew up in New Jersey and now lives in Sarasota. She’s an avid boat enthusiast, currently in school to get her nursing degree. When she isn’t studying, she is working at Spearfish Grille on Siesta Key. We Read More
