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"Tradition and passion are our secret ingredients."

- Tina Narbona, Italian Tradition
 

[Food]  Narbonas Bring Italian Tradition to Sarasota
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

While Sarasotans still mourn the loss of Pomona Bistro over on North Orange Avenue, the space didn’t stay vacant very long, with the opening of Italian Tradition Restaurant and Martini Bar this month. The creation of owners Carlo and Tina Narbona, Italian Tradition combines authentic fine Italian dining with a European café-style feel all in the active environs of the up-and-coming Rosemary District. “We have been looking for a place to open our restaurant for a long time and finally found Sarasota,” say the Narbonas. “We fell in love with the city, its atmosphere and the people who live here.”

A team for nearly 30 years, the Narbonas have been honing their culinary technique in restaurants around the globe, before settling into Sarasota with a menu straight out of Italy (but with helpful translations). Start the night with an appetizer of beef Carpaccio, Saffron-seasoned mussels or creamy imported Mozzarella dressed with truffle oil and pink salt—and don’t skip the soup, made daily—before moving on to the entrée. Veal Ossobuco, beef tenderloin and sea bass fillet beckon, but one would be remiss not to consider one of Italian Tradition’s fresh homemade pastas in the lasagna, gnocchi and tagliatelle. For a pair of the Narbona’s signature dishes, try the Chef’s Lasagna, prepared with mushroom and Foie Gras, and the Gamberi e Capesante, sautéed scallops and shrimp with cheese risotto and organic vegetable.

For vegetarians and those eating gluten-free, Italian Tradition boasts several available options and an accommodating attitude towards adjustments. Vegetarians will find plenty of veggie-centric pasta dishes and appetizers (as well as the requisite salads), and gluten-free diners have free reign over all fish and meat dishes, with potato gnocchi available for pasta-lovers. 

And while some specialty items are imported from Italy, the Narbonas are committed to achieving their global taste with as many local ingredients as possible. “My team and I delight in finding the most authentic Italian products, as well as the best local organic produce, to create delicious and memorable meals,” says Tina Narbona, before adding that bit that brings it all together. “Tradition and passion are our secret ingredients, and we are excited for you to taste the difference.”

Located at 481 North Orange Ave., Italian Tradition is open for lunch and dinner every day except Tuesday. 

[Daily Shop]  I Whale Sarasota
Shelby Schwartz, shelbys@srqme.com

When Shep and Ian Murray grew tired of the corporate life, the brothers decided to make ties instead of wear them. Inspired by the Martha’s Vineyard lifestyle, the two started a clothing store, Vineyard Vines, embodying a coastal and casual feel. Their logo, a smiling pink whale, pays homage to a wood carving their father did on the Vineyard and reminds everybody that “every day should feel this good.” Although Vineyard Vines doesn’t open at UTC for a few months, the smiling whale can still be found locally at places like Island Pursuit, on St. Armands Circle. Offering a variety of Vineyard Vines clothing and accessories, this whale-adorned graphic t-shirt subverts the iconic, playing off the classic look with the now-beloved pink logo. Vineyard Vines uses their smiling mascot as a substitute for a heart on the long sleeve shirt, reading as “I whale Sarasota,” combining local pride with love for the brand. 

Island Pursuit, 400 Madison Dr. # 206, Sarasota, 941-388-2849.

[Exec Moves]  Lowicz Named Oak Park School Principal

Superintendent Todd Bowden has named a new principal for Oak Park School, which serves students with special needs from pre-K to age 22. Jamie Lowicz will be acting principal of the school for the 2017-18 school year. She succeeds Edwina Oliver, who has served as Oak Park principal since April 2013 and was recently named principal of Emma E. Booker Elementary School. Lowicz has been an assistant principal at Sarasota High School since 2013. In the 2012-13 school year she was a behavior specialist at Riverview High School. She taught in Charlotte County high schools from 2006 to 2012, was executive director of the Pacesetter Academy Foundation from 1999 to 2003 and was program coordinator for the Pacesetter Academy in Omaha Public Schools in 1998-99. She also has served as a school social worker with the Houston County Public Schools in Georgia and as the director of a Head Start center in Warner Robins, GA. 

Oak Park School

[Synergy]  SNAC Awards Nursing Scholarships

The Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition (SNAC) today will award $140,000 in scholarships to 17 Suncoast nurses to help boost the number of bachelor-prepared nurses (BSN) and doctoral-prepared nursing instructors in the Sarasota, Charlotte, Manatee and Desoto counties region. Funded by community donors, the scholarships will help RNs obtain the bachelor’s and doctorate degrees needed to ensure the best care for local patients and produce more faculty nurses qualified to teach BSN programs in the region. Even though decades of research validates the link between BSN-prepared nurses and better patient outcomes and care, roughly half of all nurses graduating today are bypassing standard bachelor’s degrees and becoming licensed RNs through faster, more accessible associate degree programs to meet today’s employer needs. Nursing leaders from the four-county region joined together in this regional effort to produce a more highly educated nursing workforce across the Suncoast. 

Suncoast Nursing Action Coalition



[TODAY]  THEATER: The Players New Play Series , July 31 – August 4, 7:30pm

Witness the birth of a brand new play as regional playwrights compete each night to have their play produced at The Players the following season. Each night a new play just waiting to be born! Now held at the new Arnold Aimonsen Players Studio! For more information and to purchase tickets please visit http://www.theplayers.org/shows/snap/

The Players Theatre of Sarasota, 838 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Doublewide , August 2 – August 20

Jim Starkey’s American Dream is a modest one: to replace the family’s doublewide trailer with a comfy house his daughter can inherit. Forces and desires beyond his control, though, may shape his family’s aspirations. Doublewide is a heartfelt and resonant comedy about a blue-collar family’s elusive dreams, and just how far they will go to hold on to them… and to each other. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.floridastudiotheatre.org

Florida Studio Theatre , 1241 North palm Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Eli Schildkraut presents Songs You’ve Never Heard Before (And Maybe Some You Have) , August 3 – August 6

Combining his passion for musical theatre and his love of introducing people to new music, student music director Eli Schildkraut and his talented friends return to Venice Theatre’s Cabaret Festival with an evening of somewhat obscure songs from the musical theatre repertoire. Equal parts entertaining and insightful, Songs You’ve Never Heard Before (And Maybe Some You Have) is sure to have you leaving the theatre with a smile on your face and a couple of new tunes in your head.

Pinkerton, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice

[SOON]  THEATER: Sinning Sirens , August 4 – August 5

Check out the hottest local burlesque troupe featuring the Sirens you love – RubyyJean Siren, Karma Kandlewick, and Ginger Holliday. Also introducing Chief Peach, the Sirens’ fun loving drag king! And who could forget about Toez, the adorably creepy tapping clown? Join Venice Theatre for a night of beautiful ladies and live vocals that will make you want to come back for more.

Pinkerton, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Pilgrims , August 4 – September 10

On a ship to colonize a newly discovered planet, a soldier and a teenage girl find themselves quarantined in one of the ship’s cabins with only an outdated robot and each other for company. When they’re no longer able to create fantasies to escape their past lives, the two cabin-mates are forced to explore their own traumatic histories in order to connect and survive. For more information please visit www.urbanitetheatre.com for show times and tickets. 

Urbanite Theatre , 1487 Second Street, Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: National Theatre Live, Amadeus , August 4, 6:30pm

Awestruck by his genius, court composer Antonio Salieri has the power to promote Mozart's talent or destroy his name. Seized by obsessive jealousy he begins a war with Mozart, with music and, ultimately, with God. Lucian Msamati plays Salieri in Peter Shaffer’s iconic play, broadcast live from the National Theatre, and with live orchestral accompaniment by Southbank Sinfonia.

Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota

[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: FREE Admission for Kids at Sarasota Jungle Gardens Back-to-School Celebration , August 5 – August 6

For two days, Aug. 5 and 6, adults may bring up to three children each for free with the purchase of a full-priced adult admission. Take this time to enjoy one last vacation bash with the family before it is time to hit the books again.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens, 3701 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234

[SOON]  SPORTS: AUGUST Free 5K Fun Run or Walk , August 5, 7:00am-9:00am

August 5th New Balance will host their free 5K Fun Run (or Walk) designed to be fun & allow participants to test skills or just enjoy getting up & out by themselves or with family or friends. Open to all ages & ability levels, runners and walkers, this out & back loop course runs through the local neighborhood, over the South Bridge onto Siesta Key Beach & back. Team New Balance members will follow up with runners/walkers on the route. Come run/walk by yourself or with family & friends. RSVP for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate and raffles!

New Balance Sarasota, New Balance Sarasota 1872 Stickney Point Road Sarasota, FL 34231

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: WSLR’s Ninth Annual “Very Merry Jerry Day” , August 6

 Break out the tie-dye and hula hoops for WSLR's annual celebration of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. Jerry Garcia was born on August 1, 1942, and lived to become one of the most famous counterculture icons of the 20th Century. Playing guitar and singing for his band, The Grateful Dead, as well as several others, Garcia took his hippie movement from the 60's into the 90's, inspiring the following of millions of long-haired, tie-dye t-shirted, carefree "Deadheads." Musicians honoring the Dead this year will include the Michael Miller Band, Grass is Dead, and The Schmitz Brothers.  The event is held at the Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center with doors opening at 4pm and music starting at 5pm.

Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center , 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Power Hour Lunch , August 9, 11:45 AM - 1:00 pm

A Chamber of Commerce networking opportunity, at this event each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business. Please RSVP at least 24-hours prior to the event to save your spot. Depending on availability, member walk-ins will be charged $25.

Hotel Indigo , 1223 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Arsenic and Old Lace , August 9 – August 20, 7:30pm and 2pm

Directed by Joseph Kesselring, Arsenic and Old Lace is about two charming and innocent old ladies running a boarding house for "acceptable" gentlemen roomers. Single tickets are $18.

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

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