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"We really need to be looking at this not as a discussion of haves and have-nots but as part of a discussion of a balanced economy and a sustainable, social community."

- Jon Thaxton, Gulf Coast Community Foundation
 

[Philanthropy]  Regional Scan Brings Problems Into Focus
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

A rise in sea level and widening in income disparities continue to threaten the region’s economic future, according to a regional scan released Tuesday by the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. Officials hope the document encourages leaders in the nonprofit and public sectors to focus on these issues to preserve and enhance the area’s quality of life. “The delta between incomes is a clearly worsening trend with demonstrable, direct impacts to many facets of Sarasota County’s economic and social welfare,” says Jon Thaxton, senior vice president of Community Investment for the foundation. “We really need to be looking at this not as a discussion of haves and have-nots but as part of a discussion of a balanced economy and a sustainable, social community.”

Titled “Moving Forward Together,” the Gulf Coast Regional Scan 2017 marks the fourth such survey of the area’s economic and environmental needs; the last edition came out in 2013. Evan Enarson of Cambridge Systematics authored the report; he says regular reexamination of the region’s needs only enhances the ability to improve life for those in the community. “Not a lot of communities do this on a regular, recurring basis,” he tells SRQ. Since conducting the first survey in 2009, he has seen improvements on some issues, such as the cultural separation between north and south Sarasota, but there remain long-term issues threatening the area, and cooperative solutions should be found on issues from water supply to land-use.

The report noted a 145-percent increase between 2005 and 2015 in Sarasota County households receiving some kind of nutritional assistance, and found the 45 percent of jobs created in that same 10-year timeframe paid below average annual wages. Today, the county hosts the 13th worst ranked income inequality disparity within Florida’s 67 counties. Problems could also worsen with a third of the county county workforce eligible for retirement as soon as 2020 and with a projected 40 percent of the population of the county to be age 65 or older in the year 2030.

A survey also found that transportation needs served the greatest threat to Sarasota County’s tourism-based economy, and that 68 percent of those in the area believe climate change is happening and demand a plan to mitigate environmental problems like beach erosion. “Without respect to whether man is causing or impacting climate change, we know definitively the sea levels are rising, and as the rise continues the intensity of even regular storms will have a greater impact on the community,” Thaxton says.

The scene comes at a time when government spending cutbacks threaten social programs in the area, and Thaxton says the nonprofit sector on its own cannot make up that shortfall even with the elimination of all waste. The foundation hopes to see the regional scan help officials best attack the greatest threats in the region. 

[Good Bite]  Caprese Indulgence
Jasmine Respess, jasminer@srqme.com

Tucked between a tattoo parlor and a bar sits Shelf Indulgence off bustling Tamiami Trail. Carrying on the tradition of small coffee shops that have come before it, with a cozy atmosphere and quality Joe from friendly staff who know the locals, the addition of multitudes of used books and trinkets gives it an air all its own. The passion project of Nikki Snyder and her mother, the shop has coffee, tea and food made to order, with the Caprese panini as a standout on the menu. Featuring fresh mozzarella, spinach, tomato, chopped basil, pesto and balsamic glaze pressed between two hearty slices of griddle-striped bread, the Caprese also comes with a side of exotic fruit including yellow watermelon, mango, cherry and nectarine. The menu reads, “Happiness is a cup of coffee and a really good book,” but panini could easily be added to the list.  

Photo by Jasmine Respess.

Shelf Indulgence, 2805 North Tamiami Trial, Sarasota, 941-260-5326.

[Synergy]  Students Join Williams Parker Associate Program

Williams Parker has announced five law school students have joined the firm’s summer associate program. Diana L. Berlin of Stetson University College of Law, Jacob A. Beychok of University of Alabama, Kyle D. Elliot of Duke University School of Law, Creighton R. McMurray of Emory University School of Law and Barbara D. Negron of Stetson University College of Law will spend eight weeks with the firm as part of its summer associate program. Williams Parker’s summer associate program offers law students an opportunity to engage in intellectually stimulating work that is indicative of real associate life. It is designed to introduce law students to life in Sarasota as a Williams Parker attorney and to provide law students with the experience and tools to ensure long-term success in their legal careers. 

Williams Parker

[Recognition]  ArtisTree Named to Landscape Management Top 150

ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design has earned a spot on Landscape Management magazine’s Top 150 list for highest, revenue-generating landscape firms in the country. The 27-year-old company ranked No. 110 on the national LM150 with $17.8 million in revenue for 2016. It is the only independently owned company in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties to make the list. Of the 14 top revenue generators in Florida, ArtisTree ranked No. 10. Founded in 1990, ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design specializes in planned community/commercial maintenance and landscape design/installation. Services include community maintenance, pest control, irrigation, tree service, landscape design and installation, hardscape installation and landscape lighting. 

ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design



[TODAY]  THEATER: Beau Jest , June 14 – June 25, 7:30pm and 2pm

Directed by James Sherman, Beau Jest is about a Jewish girl named Sarah and her parents wanting her to marry a nice Jewish boy. Sarah hires an aspiring actor to meet her parents but eventually ends up falling in love with him. Single tickets are $18.

The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 N Tamiami Tr., Sarasota

[SOON]  BUSINESS: SkillSHARE June 22 Mentoring Summit , June 15, 5-7:30pm

Made for speed, SkillSHARE is the basics of mentorship concentrated into mini-sessions that encourage honest interactions and allow for spontaneous connection. This event is a way to meet like-minded professionals, make valuable connections and get straight to your most burning questions about career and personal development. Each participant will be paired with several mentors for mini-sessions. Lasting from 10-12 minutes, each mini-session is unstructured, allowing for conversation, guidance and direction from each mentor.

SRQ Studios, 331 S. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Gallery Walk & Talk , June 15, 11am-6pm

Learn more about the beliefs and social practices of the culture that created these exquisite Eternal Offerings. Join Museum staff and guests for these “bite size” programs that focus on issues and ideas. Free with admission, ticket required. Space is limited. Members may reserve tickets. For more information please visit www.ringling.org

The Ringling, 5401 Bayshore Rd., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALA: Sail Into Freedom , June 15, 6:00- 8:00 pm

Join Selah Freedom and bring light to the darkness of sex trafficking at the Sarasota Yacht Club with Sail Into Freedom from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Take in nature’s beauty with a brilliant sunset and the tranquil sound of the gulf all while enjoying heavy hors’ d'oeuvres and libations. Dr. Jason Quintal will be the honored guest of the evening who works with survivors, donors, and volunteers. All proceeds benefit Selah Freedom and their mission to effectively bring solutions to survivors of sex trafficking & exploitation.

Sarasota Yacht Club , 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Bradentucky Bombers Take on Swan City Roller Derby , June 17, 5:00pm

Tailgating starts at 4:00 PM with free beer provided by The Little Giant Brewery. Doors open at 4:30 and at 5:00 the hits and falls begin! Come support your local roller derby team and watch the best ladies in the area kick butt! We have special guests Jersey She-Devil and Polly Dexter Rose from SLAW joining us for a halftime mini-battle of brute strength next to our beer tent. Join the team and meet your favorite derby players at the after party at Darwin Brewing Company and Taproom 803 17th Ave W, Bradenton, Florida 34205. As strong women rolling for a strong community, the Bradentucky Bombers will also be donating all raffle proceeds to Buckle Up 4 BSwag and Bubba. For more information visit www.bradentuckybombers.com.

Astro Skate of Bradenton, 3611 3rd Street W., Bradenton

[SOON]  THEATER: Yesterdayze , June 17

YESTERDAYZE plays music that charted in the top 40 between 1960-1969. From Motown to the British Invasion, from country & pop to psychedelia to good old fashioned rock & roll, Yesterdayze does it all!

Venice Theater , 140 W. Tampa Ave., Venice.

[SOON]  GALLERY: Family Day: Eternal Offerings , June 17, 11am-2pm

Join Ringling for a special family day to celebrate a special exhibition now on view, Eternal Offerings! This Family Day will feature activity stations, and a special summer-themed family activity booklet to use in the galleries. Family Days are fun for the whole family! Join us for art making, and activity stations. We will also distribute themed family activity booklets to use in the galleries. Free with admission. For more information please visit www.ringling.org

The Ringling, 5401 Bayshore Rd., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: Of Summer and Silence , June 20 – June 30

Susan J. Foster presents an exhibit of remarkable oil paintings, “Of Summer and Silence” in Miano Gallery at Southern Atelier in Sarasota. The opening reception for this exhibit will be on Friday, June 16th from 6pm until 9pm. The paintings will be on view from June 20th through June 309:30–4pm. The reception and exhibit are open to the public and free of charge. Sue Foster is a long-time resident of Bradenton and an instructor of still life painting at Southern Atelier.

Miano Gallery at the Southern Atelier , 7226 21st Street E,. Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Broadway in Black , June 21 – July 23

This summer, the West Coast Black Theatre Troupe salutes Broadway with an original revue by Nate Jacobs. Sing along with your favorite songs from award- winning shows and breakthrough roles that helped launch the careers of such Black artists as Melba Moore in Purlie, Ben Vereen in Pippin, Jennifer Holliday in Dreamgirls, and Nell Carter in Ain't Misbehavin'. It's Broadway, WBTT syle...electrifying! 

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe , 1343 Main St. Suite 402 Sarasota

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Taste Magazine and Le Bordeaux French Wine Dinner , June 22, 7:00pm-9:00pm

Come to Le Bordeaux to enjoy a five course wine pairing dinner. Courses include escardgot å la bordelaise, salade gascogne, medallion de veau sauce perigourdine et ses légumes, black grouper menuiére and poired pochées au vin. 

Le Bordeaux , 1900 Main Street, Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: Painting Floral Still Lifes , June 23 – June 25

Artists will learn how to quickly sketch "Alla Prima," the colorful harmonies and abstract patterns of some of nature's most vibrant subject matter. This seminar will highlight color composition and painting from life under nature's light. 

Southern Atelier , 7226 21st St. E., Sarasota

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: High School Musical Jr. , June 23 – June 24

Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life in Disney’s High School Musical Jr. The students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike.

Manatee Performing Arts Center , 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton

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