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SRQ DAILY Nov 25, 2016

Friday Weekend Edition

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Friday Weekend Edition

"It seemed to paint itself. Maybe it was the magic."

- James Griffin, artist
 

[Gallery]  PMP Violist Inspires Fantastical and Philanthropic Portrait
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

Two years ago, Perlman Music Program/Suncoast (PMP) invited local artist James Griffin to paint a violin for its Art of the Violin fundraising campaign. It was a fun experience, he recalls, but the real takeaway was a newfound addiction to PMP performance. “I was hooked,” he says. “I started going to all of the concerts. I just couldn’t believe how good they were.” Next Friday, the artist gives back with the unveiling of The Enchantress, a six-foot portrait inspired by PMP violist Molly Carr. Presented at the Dabbert Gallery for December’s First Friday Artwalk on Palm, giclee canvas prints of The Enchantress will be on sale with all proceeds going to support the PMP.

It was a year ago that Griffin saw Carr in concert and the awe still creeps into his voice at the recounting. It wasn’t just the caliber of the performance—though he can’t say enough good things about it—but the performance itself as a testament to the transformative power of music. Walking onstage and talking to the audience, Carr seemed but a quiet voice at first blush. “But then she started playing and this whole other person emerged,” says Griffin. “It was amazing to see how the music and her passion for playing it transformed her.”

Further transformed under the artist’s brush, Carr re-emerges as the untamable enchantress, radiant in the dark of a fantastical wood, drawing the spirits of the forest across her bow with a knowing smirk. That may not be what everyone sees on stage at a PMP performance, but that’s what Carr lets Griffin see, engaging the audience before every piece. “Everything had a story,” he says. “And when she starts to play, you can see them in your head.” In his head he saw gypsies, he saw unbroken wilds and he saw the enchantress. “It seemed to paint itself,” he says. “Maybe it was the magic.”

A former bluegrass fiddler, music remains an important part of Griffin’s life, whether it be through a live PMP performance or the tunes pumping through the paint-spattered CD player that is his constant studio companion. “I have music in me and I love it,” he says. “And when I heard the quality of these musicians, I was just blown away. Every time, I’m blown away.” And as music feeds him, The Enchantress allows him to return the favor.

With an opening reception at the Dabbert Gallery on December 2 at 6pm, The Enchantress will be available for viewing and giclee canvas prints available for sale. Griffin will be in attendance as will select PMP musicians who will put on a brief performance. 

Pictured: James Griffin and 'The Enchantress.' Photo courtesy of Dabbert Gallery.

[Good Bite]  Post-Turkey Detox
Aviel Kanter, aviel.kanter@srqme.com

So Thanksgiving has come and gone and lo and behold—don't feel bad—you ate everything. Instead of taking the weekend to eat more bloat-inducing leftovers, hangout in the garden at Shoogie Boogies and indulge your healthy tooth with a side-by-side salad duo. Side one: The Mediterranean, piled high with mixed greens, goat cheese, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, French green beans, mixed olives and mushrooms. Side two: The Pear and Walnut, the two eponymous ingredients sit atop arugula, sprinkled with smoky Gouda, blue cheese and droplets of clover honey. Your stomach will thank you after all you put it through.

For more on Shoogie Boogies, check out the article from our August issue.  

The Garden Room Cafe at Shoogie Boogies, 1919 Morrill St., 941-951-5437.

[Recipe]  Mayo-Free Lobster Roll
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After a full day of Thanksgiving meals, Fresh Start Cafe shares the recipe for its mayo-free lobster roll. Refreshing slices of cucumber, celery, grapes and sweet, meaty chunks of Main lobster get stuffed inside a brioche roll for a revitalizing meal. For a more refreshing and light snack, set the bread aside to create a lobster salad.

Ingredients: Brioche roll; shredded hearts of romaine lettuce; 4 large claws and knuckle meat from cooked and chilled Main lobsters cut to medium size; 2 tsp. chopped cilantro; 4 red grapes cut into four; 1 chopped celery stalk; ¼ cup chopped European cucumber; 1 Tbsp. fresh squeezed lime juice; 1 tsp. olive oil; salt and pepper to taste.

Mix all salad ingredients and cool in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Slice brioche roll at the top ¾ of the way through and toast lightly. Spread chopped lettuce as a base and scoop lobster salad on top. Serve with a wedge of lemon.  

Fresh Start Cafe, 630 South Orange Ave., 941-373-1242

[Recognition]  Williams Parker Named Among Best Law Firms

US News & World Report and Best Lawyers has added Williams Parker to its list of Best Law Firms. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes a collection of client and lawyer evaluations and peer reviews from leading attorneys in their field. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer included in the Best Lawyers in America list. Eight Williams Parker attorneys were included in the 23rd edition of Best Lawyers in America 2017, including Charles D. Bailey, Jr., Michele B. Grimes, Michael Hartenstine and James L. Turner.  

Williams Parker

[Hires]  Konatar Affiliates With Weichert Realtors

Vlado Konatar has joined Weichert Realtors in the Sarasota office. Konatar is a second-generation real estate investor with years of experience in property management and negotiation. He is originally from Eastern Europe and is fluent in Serbian. Weichert Realtors is one of the nation’s leading providers of Sarasota real estate for sale and home ownership services.  

Weichert Realtors

[Exec Moves]  Robinson and Zucker Sworn In, New Chair Elected

Sarasota County Judge Erika Quartermaine swore in Eric Robinson as the newest member of the School Board of Sarasota County. Robinson was elected in August without opposition and will begin a four-year term in the District 3 seat vacated by Frank Kovach. Retired Judge Lee Haworth swore in longtime board member Caroline Zucker for another four-year term.  Members of the board elected Zucker as chairwoman and Bridget Ziegler as vice chairwoman.  

Sarasota County Schools



[TODAY]  THEATER: Million Dollar Quartet , November 9 – January 1

A smash-hit musical, Million Dollar Quartet, tells the story of legendary music icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. This musical gives audiences a unique behind the scenes look at these musicians before they were icons. Single tickets and subscriptions are available online or by calling the FST box office. 

Gompertz Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave Sarasota, 34236

[TODAY]  PERFORMANCE: Guys and Dolls , November 18 – January 1

When it comes to wit, style, and sheer exuberant joy, Guys and Dolls is the odds-on favorite as the best musical comedies, paired with a feature score by Frank Loesser. The plot involves the unlikeliest of romantic pairings: a high-rolling gambler and a save-your-soul missionary, a showgirl dreaming of the straight-and-narrow and a crap game manager who is anything but. Place your bet on love conquering all in this hilarious classic that defined Broadway’s Golden Age.

The Asolo Repertory Theatre , 5555 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, 34243

[SOON]  THEATER: Piano Men , November 30 – March 31

Piano Men by Richard Hopkins and Catherine Randazzo with Caroline Kaiser and arrangements by Jim Prosser is a tribute to the virtuosity and elegance of the "piano man". The play will feature works of the 20th century's best pianists and songwriters such as Billy Joel, Elton John and Barry Manilow. 

Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 North Palm Avenue

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