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"It was an experience to go into Video Renaissance, and one sorely our current generation will never enjoy."

- Mark Famiglio, Sarasota Film Festival
 

[Business]  Video Renaissance, Cinephile Landmark, Closes
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

Through the VHS era and beyond, the locale for cinephiles in Sarasota was Video Renaissance. But in a world of streaming video on demand, the independent video store closed down for good this weekend.

Employees at the Bee Ridge Road store confirmed that Saturday would be the last day of business for the store. No decision has been announced as to what will happen with the more than 35,000 titles of films there, which included a catalog of art house cinema, silent films and independent gems difficult to find even with a host of streaming services available online.

Mark Famiglio, chairman of the Sarasota Film Festival, says the small store in many ways provided a foundation for decades to a cinephile community in Sarasota. “It was an experience to go into Video Renaissance, and one sorely our current generation will never enjoy,” he says. “It’s changed many people’s lives beyond the four corners of its small strip center.”

Famiglio himself recalled going to the store to seek out films he’d heard of but couldn’t find on screen or in other locales. If staff there couldn’t find the video, they’d call around. Or they’d recommend another movie altogether that might satiate the same creative appetites.

Store co-founder Terry Porter held a legendary reputation for years for his taste and knowledge of all things film. After his 2010 death, the Sarasota Film Festival began giving an award annually in his name, a tradition still going on today. “The word cinephile doesn’t begin to describe the guy,” Famiglio says.

The store operated for 33 years, opening first as Cult Video in 1985 and then later changing its name. Over the next 33 years, Sarasota cinephiles saw the opening of Burns Court Cinema in 1993, then the Sarasota Film Festival launched in 1999.

Video Renaissance's Bill Wooldridge confirmed on social media the store could not continue in today’s distribution environment. The shop outlasted Blockbuster and other chains that once dominated the rental scene before being replaced by RedBox for the buyer who still wants to touch a DVD and by Netflix, Amazon and other services for those ready to stream video over the internet.

Neither of those options offers the library of titles that until this weekend lined the shelves at Video Renaissance. 

[Education]  Students Head to Singapore for F1 in Schools World Finals

After hundreds of hours of preparation, five Manatee County high school students will depart for Singapore on September 5 to represent the United States at the 2018 F1 in Schools World Finals. The team. Perspective, qualified to represent the United States at the USA National F1 In Schools Finals in Austin, Texas last summer. Perspective will face off with 51 teams of talented students from 23 different countries around the world all vying to become the next F1 in Schools World Champions. The global education competition is supported by Formula One and takes place alongside the Formula 1 2018 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix. The cross-county team consists of students from Palmetto, Southeast and Braden River High Schools. Team members are Jaxson Bunes-Design Engineer, Cassandra Atzrodt – Resource Manager, Alex Kumar – Manufacturing Engineer, Alana Kelly – Team Manager and Ahmad Ibsais – Graphic Designer. The team’s Advisor is Brian Kendzior, Technical Education teacher at Palmetto High School. 

School District of Manatee County

[Science]  LGDOS Ends Summer Hiatus, Announces September Date

The Local Group of Deep Sky Observers, a Bradenton/Sarasota group of astronomy enthusiasts, has announced the return of Sidewalk Astronomy, following the annual summer hiatus. Weather permitting, on Saturday, September 15, starting at 7:45pm and continuing until at least 10:15pm, the members of the Local Group will set up their high-quality telescopes for public viewing in the parking lot at the southeastern corner of Sarasota's Celery Fields Park. Parking will be available just west of the Nature Center building. The telescopes will be set up in the parking lot on the east side of the Nature Center. (Telescopes will NOT be set up at the top of the hill.) Observing highlights during the evening include the spectacular ringed planet Saturn, as well as the planets Mars, Jupiter and Venus. The first quarter moon and other deep-sky wonders will also be viewed through the member's telescopes. As always, Sidewalk Astronomy is free of charge and is open to people of all ages. 

Local Group of Deep Sky Observers

[Government]  CONA to Host Candidate Forum for State Representatives

All candidates competing on the general election ballot for local state representative districts have been invited to participate in the CONA forum on September 10. The forum will be divided into two panels. The first panel will combine Tracy Pratt and Will Robinson of the district 71 race with Margaret Good and Ray Pilon of the district 72 race. The second will combine Liv Coleman and Tommy Gregory of the district 73 race with James Buchanan, Robert Samuel Kaplan and Tony Mowry of the district 74 race. Written questions may be submitted in advance or at the meeting to be included, as time allows, following the questions posed by the moderator. The meeting will open with brief neighborhood updates about current issues, including Chris Bales on Arbor Lake Preserve, Ben Cannon on Bath and Racquet Club, Sura Kochman on Siesta Promenade, and Tom Matrullo on the Celery Fields. 

CONA Sarasota



[TODAY]  THEATER: Gilbert & Sullivan Unplugged , August 21 – September 23

Pour the pirate sherry, braid the raven hair, polish up the handle of the big brass door, and celebrate Gilbert & Sullivan’s most beloved songs. Gilbert & Sullivan Unplugged has delighted audiences across the US with lovingly loopy renditions and joyfully irreverent excerpts from HMS Pinafore, The Mikado, and The Pirates of Penzance. Last seen at New York’s 54 Below, this isn’t your grandmother’s Gilbert & Sullivan!

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

[TODAY]  GALLERY: Elsewhere , August 30 – October 5

This juried exhibition opens with a reception on August 30th.

Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  GALLERY: Florida Watercolor Show , September 7 – October 26

Considered one of the finest watercolor shows in the country, whether one credits the local talent or local beauty, watercolorists from around the state will be showing in all three galleries of the art center, taking over the entire space for this premier exhibition.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St. W, Bradenton.

[SOON]  MUSEUM: Storytelling: French Art from the Horvitz Collection , September 9 – December 2

Explore two exhibitions selected from one of the world’s finest private collections of French art, “Imaging Text: French Drawings for Book Illustration” and “17th and 18th Century French Paintings,” from The Horvitz Collection. Features 60 drawings and 10 related prints for book illustration, created between the 16th and 19th centuries, as well as a selection of 10 paintings. Subjects range from mythological and religious scenes to more playful genre imagery.

The Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota.

[SOON]  THEATER: Salute to the Queen: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin , September 11 – September 15

Nate Jacobs directs this special tribute to the life and legacy of the Queen of Soul, featuring WBTT favorites Naarai Jacobs and Teresa Stanley. The evening highlights Franklin's classic hits and musical impact, while ongoing narration spotlights her professional achiecements and lasting influence.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 North Orange Ave., Sarasota.

[SOON]  MUSIC: Friday Fest: Dr. Dave Band , September 14, 5pm-9pm

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is wrapping up their Friday Fest summertime concert series this September with the Dr. Dave Band. A Bradenton favorite performing for more than a decade as a top-choice house band, this group knows how to wow a crowd with high-energy Southern Rock blended with bluegrass banjo and fiddle. During the show, don’t forget to indulge in the refreshments provided by Van Wezel, including local food trucks and popular beverage vendors. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and settle in for a good time.

Van Wezel, 777 North Tamiami Trl., Sarasota.

[SOON]  MUSEUM: Watercolors from the Permanent Collection , September 15 – February 3

A selection of watercolors drawn from The Ringling’s permanent collections, illustrating various ways artists have used the medium. The exhibition will feature works by Edward Hopper, Charles Burchfield and Childe Hassam, among others.

The Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota.

[SOON]  FOOD: Dining for a Difference , September 20, 5pm-10pm

Join the Designing Daughters for Dining for a Difference, a community wide, dine out event featuring 20+ local Sarasota and Manatee County Restaurants who will donate a portion of all sales made on September 20 back to the Designing Daughters Grants Program for local Children and Family charities. Simply grab your friends, colleagues and neighbors, pick a participating restaurant and enjoy a meal. No ticket, no fancy clothes, just a night out with your favorite people.This simple act will make a huge impact for local families in need.

Multiple locations, Multiple locations

[SOON]  THEATER: Annie Get Your Gun , September 20 – October 7

Sure-shootin’ Annie Oakley can win prizes with her marksmanship, but she can’t get a man…or can she? This slice of magical American musical theatre still thrills audiences with the classic tunes of the legendary Irving Berlin.

The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 North Tamiami Trl., Sarasota.

[SOON]  GALA: 2nd Annual Taste of New Orleans Benefit Dinner , September 22, 6pm-9pm

Truly Valued presents its 2nd Annual Taste of New Orleans Benefit Dinner, at Michaels on the Bay at Selby Gardens with speaker Captain Todd Shear of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office and a night of entertainment with NuJazz. All proceeds support Truly Valued's mission of building self-esteem, confidence and character to promote a positive self- image, positively impact educational and career aspirations and improve academic achievement in adolescent girls. Dinner is complimentary and an opportunity to make a financial gift will be extended during the event.

Michaels on the Bay at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens', 900 South Palm Ave., Sarasota.

[SOON]  FOOD: Boards for Bravery: A Charity Charcuterie Event , September 23, 4:30pm–7pm

Learn how to build the perfect charcuterie board while supporting pediatric cancer research. Inspired by Benjamin Gilkey’s love of charcuterie, admission includes wine and appetizers from Louies Modern, a handcrafted charcuterie board to take home, pairing education from local experts and the chance to create your own palette of fine meats, cheeses and delicious accoutrements, provided by local artisans. Proceeds benefit The Benjamin Gilkey Fund for Innovative Pediatric Cancer Research, which supports groundbreaking studies led by physicians at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.

Louies Modern, 1289 North Palm Ave., Sarasota.

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: iconcept jr: The Future of Fashion , September 23, 12pm

25 designers ages 8–16 are encouraged to use repurposed/recyled materials in their creations. Most of them will also wear their outfits in the runway show, adding self-confidence and stage presence as skills gained. The participants are treated to a professional fashion photoshoot for the program guide, as well as professional hair and makeup stylists backstage to complete their look. Proceeds from the event benefit the expansion of the Art Center's youth art education programs and help students who are in need of financial assistance receive scholarships.

Art Center Sarasota, 707 North Tamiami Trl., Sarasota.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: 16th Annual Forty Carrots Free Community Speaker Event , September 25, 9am-12pm; 7pm-8:30pm

Forty Carrots Family Center's Annual Free Community Speaker Event presented in partnership with Community Foundation of Sarasota County returns for a 16th year featuring best-selling author and parenting expert, Dr. Michele Borba. She will be discussing “How to Cultivate Mentally-Healthy, Resilient, Empathetic Children (Despite a Trophy-Giving, Anxiety-Driven, Helicoptered and Bubble-Wrapped Culture)” and “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About Me World.” In these free presentations, parents and educators will learn how to shift children's focus from I, me, and mine, to us, we and ours. With examples from years of research, Dr. Michele Borba will offer a framework that yields successful, happy kids who grow up to be kind, moral, courageous and resilient adults.

Community Foundation of Sarasota County and Riverview High School Performing Arts Center, 2635 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota; 1 Ram Way, Sarasota.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: 2nd Annual Grey Matters, A Symposium on Alzheimers Research , September 28, 11am-2pm

Don't miss out on this year's amazing Grey Matters Luncheon Symposium benefitting The Roskamp Institute. This year's Alzheimer's Disease-Research based Symposium will focus on lifestyle, wellness and healthy aging. For information or to be added to this year’s waiting list please call Megan Micale at (941) 552-9832.

Michael's on the Bay at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 South Palm Ave., Sarasota.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Real Men Wear Pink Reveal Party , September 29, 5pm-7pm

Join the American Cancer Society as they reveal the 2018 Real Men Wear Pink of Sarasota–Manatee. The candidates will participate in a fashion show, hosted by the tenants of the Mall at University Town Center. Come out and see which men in our community are dedicated to raising funds and awareness to help fight breast cancer. Light refreshments will be served.

The Grand Court at The Mall at UTC, 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota.

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