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11/02/2024

Beneath the felt and the googly eyes, there’s a truism: When we talk to puppets, we are no longer ourselves.

CHICAGO — The Sugar Hole puppets are an odd bunch. Since May they have appeared every Saturday and Sunday and offered passersby cones of ice cream.

11/02/2024

Robert Faulhaber, 99, will be showing a sketch he made of the harbor that day that identifies many of the ships that were there.

NOKOMIS — On Sept. 2, 1945 in Tokyo Bay, when the Japanese officially signed the country’s surrender in World War II, Robert Faulhaber was in the bay, too.

11/02/2024

Plein air painting groups from from Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota and Lee counties were invited to take part. “We think gardens and art make a good fit together, and we wanted to see how artists could interpret the gardens,” board member and volunteer Judy Droitcour stated.

PUNTA GORDA — More than 20 area artists put portions of the Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Gardens on canvas recently after an invitation from its board.

11/02/2024

The Artist Colony project aims to bring color and interest to Dearborn Street.

ENGLEWOOD — Sydney Martin bounced on the heels of her feet as the trailer full of wildlife sculptures arrived at the Englewood Elks Lodge on Wednesday.

11/02/2024

The hurricanes didn't shutdown everything. Still events and festivals to attend.

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11/02/2024

The book is a savory jambalaya that tempts you to take another bite and keep turning pages.

Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans? Love a good historical mystery? Pirates and hidden treasure? Swoon-worthy southern cuisine?

11/02/2024

The exhibit highlights the power of positive affirmation, with each contribution aimed at nurturing a more compassionate and resilient community.

PUNTA GORDA — Awards were recently presented at the the Visual Arts Center’s “Expressions of Gratitude” exhibit, on display and available for sale until Nov. 8.

11/02/2024

Several yoga opportunities to explore. Stay fit and happy!

‘Caregiver’s Meditation: Celebrating National Caregivers Month’The Yoga Sanctuary’s online for the special meditation, to help you find a slice of time for yourself at noon Nov. 6. Open to all

11/02/2024

"Brat" can be a good thing. Like Word of the Year.

Collins Dictionary has declared “brat” its 2024 word of the year. The word, used by singer Charli XCX as the title of her sixth studio album, has been defined as

11/02/2024

James Isaac, who has a performing arts background, was the Gulf Theater manager at the museum for more than five years.

PUNTA GORDA — After years of bringing in crowds of music lovers and veteran supporters, James Isaac is the Military Heritage Museum's new executive director.

11/02/2024

Including a smaller culture's or community's special days as something to recognize in the larger general culture is an act of unity, says Lauren Strauss, professor of modern Jewish history at American University.

For the first time, New York City’s public school students have the day off to mark the holiday of Diwali, celebrated in India and among the global Indian diaspora as

11/01/2024

For the safety of everyone, all large animals must be kept on a non-retractable leash at all times while at the JCV. Small animals should be kept in travel kennels.

VENICE — If you feel that your animals are a blessing, you are invited to the Jewish Congregation of Venice to have a blessing bestowed on those special "friends" and

11/01/2024

This year’s parade will feature 17 giant character balloons, 22 floats, 15 novelty and heritage inflatables, 11 marching bands, 700 clowns and 10 performance groups.

A eclectic group of stars — including reality TV’s Ariana Madix, hip-hop’s T-Pain, members of the WNBA champions New York Liberty and country duo Dan + Shay — will feature

11/01/2024

Enjoy this weekend.

VENICE — Venice Beach has been reopened after a long closing following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

11/01/2024

Baking pan de mu**to is not an easy task. At Panadería Dos Veinte, in Mexico City's San Rafael neighborhood, owner Manu Tovar said that having these sweet buns ready for sale takes three days of work.

“Pan de mu**to," or “bread of the dead,” is freshly baked in Mexico ahead of Day of the Dead celebrations. Shaped like a bun, decorated with bone-like bread pieces and

11/01/2024

Even babies participated in some Halloween styling . . . . .

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11/01/2024

“Here” is a movie about real estate more than anything else, but it doesn’t want to dig into any of the nuances surrounding that.

Of late, filmmaker Robert Zemeckis is a somewhat confounding figure. The director of such beloved films as the “Back to the Future” series, “Forrest Gump,” “Cast Away,” “Death Becomes Her”

11/01/2024

The annual event was put on by Old Englewood Village Association, whose members worked with businesses to hold the event after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. About 70 organizations helped distribute candy on the street.

ENGLEWOOD — Halloween is a day where kids and adults can be anyone and anything they want. It's a night full of laughs, candy and scares.

11/01/2024

The siblings are back with a new duet from the third Eagles holiday album, "A Philly Special Christmas Party," with a song that Dr. Dog’s keyboard player Zach Miller wrote specifically with the brothers in mind.

PHILADELPHIA — Jason and Travis Kelce made their debut as a Christmas-song-singing brother act in 2023 when they personalized the Pogues’ “Fairytale of New York” by hurling insults at each

11/01/2024

The community will have a celebration to open up Bluebird Park, Hillcrest Park and The Lagoon and Bluebird Park from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.

BABCOCK RANCH — Babcock Ranch keeps growing and will showcase some of it this weekend.

10/31/2024

What makes these sandwich cookies special is that they feature real maple syrup.

Did you ever go on a trip and eat something so amazing that you became obsessed?

10/31/2024

The partnership will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Parton’s 1974 album, "Love Is Like a Butterfly," the store said.

DALLAS — Texas-based jewelry brand Kendra Scott is partnering with country music star Dolly Parton on a new collection.

10/31/2024

"Let's Eat, Englewood" not only provides affordable lunch and dinner specials but also provides an opportunity for local restaurants to tap into their creativity.

ENGLEWOOD — The Englewood Chamber of Commerce's 10th annual culinary adventure wrapped up and doled out awards that highlighted food creativity, tastiness and fan favorite dishes.

10/31/2024

Area farmers, growers and ranchers will talk about their challenges and accomplishments during a daylong bus tour.

Community members are invited to get a first-hand look at Sarasota County's farms and ranches.

10/31/2024

“We are thrilled to have made significant progress on our cleanup and recovery efforts thanks to the dedication of our family of employees and merchants," Patti Allen, the center's manager, wrote in a statement Wednesday.

PUNTA GORDA — Fishermen’s Village management announced plans to reopen the retail and dining establishments at the shopping center by Friday.

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Barbershop Valentine

Send your loved one a singing Valentine. The Suncoast Statesmen Barbershoppers, a nonprofit organization and member of the local arts community, has available several experienced barbershop quartets who will sing a couple of love songs and present a rose to your sweetheart, wife, mother, father, daughter, special friend or anyone at all at any reasonable time and place of your choosing in Charlotte County from Feb. 12-14. They also will take a picture with your smartphone so that you may share this unique Valentine’s gift with your friends on social media. It makes a great surprise and usually can be arranged within a one-hour time frame. Cost is $35. You may make arrangements by calling Jack or Cynthia at 941-625-1128. Proceeds help support the Chorus Scholarship Fund. Enjoy a preview of a song that can be sent to the man in your life.

Lotela Gold

THIS SATURDAY! Enjoy timeless '50s & '60s classic hit songs presented by the Lotela Gold Show band at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County. Don't miss your chance to see the hottest sax on stage! All seats reserved, tickets starting at only $18! Order now: http://bit.ly/2oRw7Xw

Scar Borough Fair

NEXT FRIDAY! The ever popular Simon & Garfunkel tribute by The Guthrie Brothers is performing LIVE at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County. Tickets are selling fast, don't wait to get yours! Starting at only $17! http://bit.ly/2nIdikt

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

SHOW THIS SUNDAY! Celebrating Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on April 2nd at The Cultural Center of Charlotte County. This nationally touring, 7-piece band will take you on an authentic musically journey of a lifetime! Tickets starting at only $22! Order now: http://bit.ly/2ocUKd0

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

Celebrating Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on April 2nd at The Cultural Center of Charlotte County. This nationally touring, 7-piece band will take you on an authentic musically journey of a lifetime! Tickets starting at only $22! Order now: http://bit.ly/2ocUKd0

Born On The Bayou

CONCERT TOMORROW! Creedence Clearwater Revival and Lynyrd Skynyrd tributes are performing LIVE in Punta Gorda! Enjoy BOTH BANDS during this super show concert experience! Tickets still available, ONLY $20-$25! Order now: http://bit.ly/2nxib08

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Lynyrd Skynyrd & Frynds Tribute

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