Friday february 12TH

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21^ST

Vamo Boat Ramp Vamo Dr Sarasota, FL 34238

Join John Sarkozy , as he shows you the natural beauty of Little Sarasota Bay by kayak. All kayak equipment will be provided to you and it is included in the cost of the trip, which is $25.00 per person. Take a break on the 'crown jewel' of our local beaches and take a walk, a swim, or do some birding, before we paddle back to the mainland. Call John at (941) 9667308 for exact launch location and required reservations.

Circus Sarasota Winter Performance - 1:00 pm | $15-$55. Seating is in the round: VIP Seating= $55, Premium= $42-47, Select= $20-37, Value= $15.

Big Top Tent

140 University Center Drive, SE of UTC Mall Sarasota, FL 34243

Under the Big Top for over 18 seasons we have presented an international, all-star lineup of circus artists with an unparalleled array of thrilling acts. The Circus Sarasota Winter Production will once again amaze audiences celebrating the unique circus heritage of our community for only two weeks! Last year’s shows all sold out, so get your tickets early! For more information, call 941-355-9805.

Art Center Sarasota 707 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Fl 34236

Karlyn encourages exploration and experimentation as well as a cultivation of a loose free style of painting. Through ample hands on lessons, individual help, demonstrations and critiques, Karlyn offers a broad-based experience aimed at assisting each student to discover their own skill level.

Cos Fan Tutte - 1:30 pm | $19-$125. Tickets at (941) 328-1300 or www.sarasotaopera.org

Sarasota Opera House 61 N Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

Cos fan tutte literally means All women do this. Two young soldiers are convinced to pull a prank on their brides-to-be, and

put the women’s faithfulness to the test. Mozart’s enthralling comedy and masterful score will lighten your heart and make for an evening of great fun. Opera, Cosi fan tutte, Mozart, Sarasota Opera, Arts, DeRenzi, Sarasota Opera House

Manatee Performing Arts Center 502 3rd Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34282

This complex rock opera tells the story of a conflicting love triangle between an American Grandmaster, a Russian Champion, and a Hungarian-American female chess second. Engage in this captivating story while the music leads you through each players struggle to get the upper hand.

Yesterday - 2:00 pm | $20-$50. See website for pricing.

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

By Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, and Jim Prosser. In the mid-1960s, groups such as The Beatles, The Who, and The

Rolling Stones were topping the charts. While trying to replicate the rebellious tone of American Rock N Roll, a new sound emerged. By 1964 The Beatles alone had 31 hits on the Top 100. Journey back to a time of peace, love, and everything in between with songs such as Let It Be, Satisfaction, and I’m Into Something Good. Yesterday will play in the Goldstein Cabaret from January 6 through May 1.

Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34243

There’s only one person with a worse temperament, bigger ego and more flamboyant sense of self-importance than opera diva Raquel and that’s her husband, the Italian maestro Vito De Angelis. When Raquel discovers that Vito has become enamored with a young lady hired to ghostwrite his largely fictional autobiography, she retaliates by hiring her own

handsome young scribe to chronicle her life as an opera star. Sparks fly, silverware is thrown and romance blossoms in the

most unexpected ways in this glamorous romp through the world of music, marriage and celebrity. With a highly anticipated Broadway run starting this April starring Renee Fleming, Asolo Rep is thrilled to receive the rights to present the regional premiere of this sparkling new comedy.

Ragtime - 2:00 pm | $13-$29. $29 Adult | $15 College | $13 Child

Venice Theatre 140 W Tampa Ave Venice, FL 34285

Set in the Scott Joplin era, this soaring musical is our biggest hit from 2010 and a winner of multiple Tony Awards.

Intertwining the lives of three extraordinary families from different walks of life, this epic tale celebrates the great tapestry of American life and the sometimes cruel quilt that we weave.

Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Stadium 1602 Ken Thompson Parkway

Come Join The Fun! For almost 60 years the Sarasota Ski-A-Rees have brought excitement and fun to Sarasota Bay. We are a diverse group that spans several decades and several generations. We're especially proud of our members, some of whom

have grown up being a Ski-A-Ree and plan on passing on the tradition of performing one of the best amateur water ski shows in the Nation. One thing we all have in common is our love of waterskiing, family and great friends.

The Players Theatre FL 838 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236

For 10 hard-luck Texans, a new lease on life is so close they can touch it. Under a scorching sun for days on end, armed with nothing but hope, humor and ambition, they’ll fight to keep at least one hand on a brand new truck in order to win it. Inspired by true events, and infused with a fresh roots-rock vibe, this is the hilarious hard-fought contest where only one winner can drive away with The American Dream. 10 contestants. 4 days. 1 truck.

Sarasota Orchestra presents Maestro - 2:30 pm | $30-$86. 941-953-3434

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236

Tragic Overture in D Minor, Op. 81 BRAHMS, Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 1, STENHAMMAR, Also Sprach Zarathustra, OP. 30, STRAUSS. Conductor: Neeme Jarvi. Soloist: Per Tengstrand, piano.

Butler - 3:00 pm | $20-$50. See site for pricing details

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

By Richard Strand. The Civil War, 1861. An escaped slave seeks sanctuary, but the laws of the land are unrelenting. With sharp wit and tongue-in- cheek humor, Butler takes us on a journey through legal loopholes to find the true meaning of

freedom. REGIONAL PREMIERE! Butler by Richard Strand plays from December 9 through February 20 in the Keating Theatre.

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

From the author of Doubt and Moonstruck comes a delightful gritty comedy set in rural Ireland. Between fading families, a bitter land feud, and familial rivalries, two misfit neighbors will have to overcome their own fears to find happiness. Full of surprising humor and poetic prose, this tender-hearted portrait reminds us that what we’re looking for is sometimes right in front of us. REGIONAL PREMIERE!

Happy Hour - 4:30 pm | $6

Amore By Andrea Restaurant 555 Bay Isles Parkway, Longboat Key, FL 34228

Enjoy our selected drink and food Happy Hour items for just $6 every day of the week except holidays and special dates. Every day may not be good but there is something good in every day.... Happy Hour at Amore By Andrea Restaurant couldn`t get any better!!!!

Circus Sarasota Winter Performance - 5:00 pm | $15-$55. Seating is in the round: VIP Seating= $55, Premium= $42-47, Select= $20-37, Value= $15.

Big Top Tent

140 University Center Drive, SE of UTC Mall Sarasota, FL 34243

Under the Big Top for over 18 seasons we have presented an international, all-star lineup of circus artists with an unparalleled array of thrilling acts. The Circus Sarasota Winter Production will once again amaze audiences celebrating the unique circus heritage of our community for only two weeks! Last year’s shows all sold out, so get your tickets early! For more information, call 941-355-9805.

Micheal's on East 1212 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239

Based in New York City, the American Technion Society (ATS) provides critical support to the Technion-Israel Institute of

Technology, ranked among the world’s leading science and technology universities. ATS Donors have provided more than

$2 billion since its inception in 1940. The ATS and its network of chapters across the U.S. provide funds for scholarships, fellowships, faculty recruitment and chairs, research, buildings, laboratories, classrooms and dormitories, and more. Our mission is to enable the Technion to be among the world’s leading institutions improving the well-being of Israel and all humanity through leadership in science and technology.

Sunday with Shari Morningstar & Regis Moreira - 6:30 pm | Free

Amore by Andrea 555 Bay Isles Pkwy Longboat Key, FL 34228

Would you like to have a relaxing evening in a romantic and cozy ambient? Then, you should join us every Sunday and enjoy the wonderful singer Shari Morningstar & Regis Moreira and enjoy hits from Ella to Jobim, Streisand to Sinatra.... Call for reservations: (941)383-1111

Rotary Club of Bradenton Comedy Night - 6:30 pm | $50

Pier 22 1200 1st Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205

The Rotary Club of Bradenton presents Comedy Night featuring Comedian Aaron Wilburn, on Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 6:30pm at the Ballroom of Pier 22 Restaurant. As a touring Comedian, Songwriter and Inspirational Speaker, Wilburn has endeared himself to thousands of laughter-loving fans with his own down-home brand of humor. He has received Dove

Awards, Grammy nominations and a spot in the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. This fundraiser will help support Turning

Points, a non-profit organization fighting homelessness in Manatee County. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at

7:15pm. Tickets are $50 per person and include a ticket to the show, a full dessert bar presented by Pier 22 offered prior to the performance and a free Pier 22 Dining Club membership. There will be a cash bar available. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting the Rotary Club 941-748-3378 or Turning Points 941-747-1509, or at the door. Dinner reservations prior to the show are recommended and can be made by calling Pier 22 at 941-748-8087. Pier 22 offers a 10% discount on

dinner for ticket holders the evening of the event. Pier 22 is located on the Historic Memorial Pier at 1200 1st Avenue West,

Downtown Bradenton. A casual fine dining waterfront restaurant on the beautiful Manatee River surrounded by Twin

Dolphin Marina. Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Bradenton Pier 22 Restaurant, Patio, Ballroom & Catering Greene, Hamrick,

Quinlan & Schermer, P.A. Fawley Bryant Architects Bradenton Insurance Bradenton Herald

From the author of Doubt and Moonstruck comes a delightful gritty comedy set in rural Ireland. Between fading families, a bitter land feud, and familial rivalries, two misfit neighbors will have to overcome their own fears to find happiness. Full of surprising humor and poetic prose, this tender-hearted portrait reminds us that what we’re looking for is sometimes right in front of us. REGIONAL PREMIERE!

Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Rd Sarasota, FL 34231

Experience once again the ancient mysteries of our Sacred Earth through the portal of the enchanting music and profound wisdom of Grammy nominated recording artist John Two-Hawks. With an evocative tapestry of mystical sound and moving oratory, Two-Hawks welcomes all to reawaken the awareness of our living connection to the earth and universe. In this

pivotal time of environmental change, this musical message imparts ancient indigenous insight into our deep need for global and universal consciousness.

Historic Asolo Theater 5401 Bay Shore Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243

Akropolis Reed Quintet Tim Gocklin, oboe Kari Dion, clarinet Matt Landry, saxophone Ryan Reynolds, bassoon Andre

Koeppe, bass clarinet DEBUSSY Childrens Corner Suite RAMEAU Suite La Triomphante PUCKETT Owl Moon All of the music is remarkable for the sheer joy that it elicits... the quintet plays with imagination, infallible musicality, and huge vitality.' - Ron Grames, Fanfare Magazine, May, 2014

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

By Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, and Jim Prosser. In the mid-1960s, groups such as The Beatles, The Who, and The

Rolling Stones were topping the charts. While trying to replicate the rebellious tone of American Rock N Roll, a new sound emerged. By 1964 The Beatles alone had 31 hits on the Top 100. Journey back to a time of peace, love, and everything in between with songs such as Let It Be, Satisfaction, and I’m Into Something Good. Yesterday will play in the Goldstein Cabaret from January 6 through May 1.

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 North Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

By Richard Strand. The Civil War, 1861. An escaped slave seeks sanctuary, but the laws of the land are unrelenting. With sharp wit and tongue-in- cheek humor, Butler takes us on a journey through legal loopholes to find the true meaning of

freedom. REGIONAL PREMIERE! Butler by Richard Strand plays from December 9 through February 20 in the Keating Theatre.

Venice Theatre-Florida 140 West Tampa Ave. Venice, FL 34285

Dance and sing along to some of the most memorable songs of the 60s: Sherry, Bigs Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man, and more. A cast of 10 seasoned performers takes you back to days gone by with great harmonies, lively choreography and some of the biggest hits of the era. Back by popular demand!

Glittering Grandeur: Spectacles Under the Big Top - All Day | $5-$25. $25.00 Adults; $23.00 Seniors; $5.00 Child and Students with ID

The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243

While the classic circus performance is a rich spectacle in itself, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries show owners including P.T. Barnum and the Ringling’s recognized that they had the ability to increase attendance by including a different kind of spectacle in their traveling shows. Circuses would frequently open with a large scale theatrical performance that included hundreds of performers engaged in scenes of battle and festivals of dance and song. These spec displays were created on such a grand scale that they frequently rated several different poster designs each season. See the illustrated extravagance of the spec in print.

Samurai: The Way of the Warrior - All Day | $0-$25. Free with admission. Pricing: http://www.ringling.org/hoursadmissions

The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243

Drawing from the rich and varied Japanese collection of the Stibbert Museum in Florence Italy, this evocative exhibition features some 70 exquisite objects related to the legendary Samurai warriors - full suits of armor, helmets, swords, sword-

hilts, and saddles, as well as exquisite objects intended for more personal use such as lacquered writing boxes, incense trays

and foldable chairs that all characterize the period in which Japan was ruled by the Samurai military class. This Exhibition is organized by Contemporanea Progetti, Florence, Italy in collaboration with the Museo Stibbert.

Ink, Silk and Gold - All Day | $0-$25. Free with admission. Pricing here: http://www.ringling.org/hours-admissions The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243

Ink, Silk and Gold: Islamic Art from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, features approximately one hundred great works of Islamic art from the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Never before presented in a dedicated exhibition, this collection covers virtually all aspects of Islamic art in almost all media, ranging from the eighth to the twenty-first century and from Spain to Indonesia. Through silver inlaid metalwork, Quran pages inscribed with gold, brocaded velvets, luster-

painted ceramics and more, it offers a window into many different facets of the dynamic and complex artistic traditions of the

Islamic world. More than 130 years after the MFA began collecting Islamic art, the objects presented in Ink, Silk and Gold are being comprehensively studied, restored and presented to the public for the first time. The exhibition, which is