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SRQ DAILY Oct 22, 2018

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"We need to hold polluters accountable, which has not been done in the years of one-party rule in this state."

- Tony Mowry, state House candidate, District 74
 

[Politics]  Buchanan, Mowry, Kaplan Jockey to Prove Authenticity
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

Commitment to the south Sarasota County community has driven a significant amount of debate in the contest for state House in District 74. Republican James Buchanan, Democrat Tony Mowry and independent Robert Samuel Kaplan all hope voters see them as the true members of the community that should take their needs to Tallahassee.

Buchanan, the son of U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, has faced questions about his commitment to the region after running for state House in three districts within two years. But he says his roots to the region are deep. After incumbent Julio Gonzalez announced he wouldn’t seek re-election in District 74, Buchanan said voters approached him about running. Now, he’s running on a pro-Second Amendment, pro-environmental platform.

“As a young man I worked at Mote Marine Laboratory,” Buchanan said. “I took time on my weekends and I fed the manatees. It’s an issue that’s close to my heart.” He said he’d fight for research dollars so scientists can better study red tide algal blooms.

Mowry, a North Port attorney, said he’s lived and raised his family in North Port rather than moving his address around the region. In this heavily Republican district, he hopes voters this year put a higher priority of electing a representative of the people who will push back on special interest influence in Tallahassee. He favors expanding background checks on gun purchases and properly funding Florida Forever.

“We need to hold polluters accountable, which has not been done in the years of one-party rule in this state,” Mowry says. “That’s led to the removal of growth management policies.” The Democrat wants to restore rescinded water management regulations and better monitor nutrient discharges.

Kaplan, who previously ran against Gonzalez for this seat, said he left the Republican Party over poor leadership on a variety of issues. He said representatives need to protect the middle class and stop government from picking people’s pockets. “I don’t mind paying my fair share for infrastructure,” he said. 

But he’s frustrated to see cuts to education and disabilities needs. He wants Tallahassee to ensure a business environment for small business to flourish, and which also will make sure Floridians have proper access to healthcare. 

Photo by Jacob Ogles: James Buchanan, Robert Samuel Kaplan and Tony Mowry debate at Tiger Bay.

[Business]  Manatee Chamber Names Gilbert Design 2018 Small Business of the Year

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce has named Gilbert Design Build as the 2018 Small Business of the Year. Gilbert Design Build was selected from 114 nominations and 33 finalists to receive the 2018 honors. According to the Manatee Chamber of Commerce, this year marks the 39th celebration of small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have “stellar customer service, dedicated employees, business growth, support of our community and (do) things right.” Founded in 2001, Gilbert Design Build is a full-service design/build remodeling firm that specializes in kitchen and bath & other select remodeling projects in both Manatee and Sarasota counties. They are a family-owned company. They offer homeowners two showrooms (Bradenton and Sarasota) with dozens of kitchen and bath vignettes and product samples. Gilbert Design Build is also an award winning Big 50 Remodeler. 

Gilbert Design Build

[Business]  Sirius Day Spa Lakewood Ranch to Host Ribbon-Cutting

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce and Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance kick off the season with the official ribbon-cutting celebration for Sirius Day Spa Lakewood Ranch, on Thursday November 1st at 4pm. Sirius Day Spa Lakewood Ranch is the fourth business to open at the Green located at Lakewood Ranch Blvd and SR 70. The Green also houses Earth Fare, LA Fitness, Modern Gents and soon to be Starbucks, Chipotle, Panera and others. This marks the first of three Sirius Day Spa locations in the state of Florida. A spa featuring more than 40 services under one roof, the 3800 sq/ft facility features 11 treatment rooms (including a couples room), nail salon and blowdry bar for hair services and a serenity lounge equipped with guided meditation, five full-body massage chairs, wireless headphones, refreshments and more. Services include massage, facials, waxing, body wraps, mani-pedis, blow bar and styling, eyelash extensions, teeth whitening and more. 

Sirius Day Spa

[Real Estate]  RASM Reports Slow and Steady Market Growth in Sarasota and Manatee

When Hurricane Irma made its path toward Sarasota and Manatee County in September 2017, sales stalled in both counties due to limited business days surrounding the storm. After last year’s irregular report, this September showed significant improvement in new listings, pending sales and overall closed sales. Compared to last year, combined closed sales in the two-county area are up by 7.6 percent. The condo market improved with a 7.5 percent increase in Sarasota sales and a 12.5 percent increase in Manatee County. As for single-family homes, Sarasota sales increased by 3.6 percent and Manatee sales increased by 10.7 percent. More properties went under contract this month, compared to last year’s stall, with a 31.8 percent combined increase. Condo pending sales in Sarasota county increased by 40.5 percent, while Sarasota single-family homes increased by 28.8 percent. In Manatee County, condo pending sales increased by 32.8 percent, while single-family homes increased by 39.9 percent. As for new listings, the combined totals increased from last year by 36.5 percent. Notably, median prices continue to rise. Inventory is up by 2.7 percent, compared to last year’s two-county area totals.

According to current month’s supply of inventory, the market continues to favor the seller, according to RASM. Monthly reports are provided by Florida REALTORS® with data compiled from My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. For comprehensive statistics dating back to 2005, visit the website below. 

Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Statistics

[Business]  Free PR and Marketing Workshop this Tuesday at Sarasota Libraries

“Integrating PR + Digital Marketing: From Awareness to Loyalty” is the focus of a free Success Strategies for Business Owners Meetup with a panel of subject area experts which will be held on October 23 at two Sarasota County libraries. Attendees will learn how public relations and digital marketing can work together to support and strengthen business marketing efforts. Susan Hicks of PRecise Communications will share helpful information on growing awareness and demonstrating your expertise through effective use of public relations strategies. Kimberly McClure of White Studios will discuss using digital technology to build and sustain relationships with prospects and customers. Nick Choat, Digital Strategist, will talk about Social Proof – leveraging your online reputation to attract customers and develop customer loyalty. The program is sponsored by SCORE Manasota, Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources, and Sarasota County Economic Development. The speakers will be at Selby Public Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota, and the presentation will be available via live feed at  Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Public Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. The Meetup is open to the public and offered free of charge, but registration is requested. Register to attend at either location at the website below. 

Integrating PR + Digital Marketing Workshop Registration



[TODAY]  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.

[TODAY]  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.

[TODAY]  MUSIC: The Singing Harp , October 21 – October 22

Program includes Giuseppina Ciarla’s original Butterfly Invasion, Claude Debussy’s Claire de Lune, Livingstone/Evans’ Que Sera Sera and even popular hits like Sting’s Roxanne and Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean. Tickets are $48 and include food and drink.

Fischer/Weisenborne Residence

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: Wine & Stein , October 25, 6-9:30pm

Don't miss the 3rd Anual Wine & Stein Fundraiser, A Taste of Hearing. Celebrate with Hear Care Connection Sarasota and raise money to give the gift of hearing. Enjoy, Live and silent auction, live entertainment, wine, beer and hors d'oeuvres. 

Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota, FL. 34240

[SOON]  GALA: Out of the Blue , October 25, 6pm-8:30pm

Join us for Out of the Blue, Sarasota's largest fundraiser for mental health at Sarasota Architectural Company on October 25. Enjoy fabulous food provided by premier caterer Simply Gourmet, beer donated by Gulf Coast Eagle Distributors, wine and great musical entertainment. You don't want to miss this event benefitting NAMI Sarasota County. Dress is casual or just come from work as you are and relax to the great tunes of Rallo Pucci.

Sarasota Architectural Salvage, 1093 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  GALA: Share the Light Luncheon , October 25, 11am

Join Second Chance Last Opportunity for the 23rd Annual Share the Light Luncheon on October 25 at Michael’s on East. The event will honor Hillary Dumbroski of Iberia Bank, Sarah Kupiec of Nathan Benderson Park and Circuit Court Judge Rochelle Curley. Standard tickets are $65/person or $520 for a table of eight.

Michael’s on East, 1212 S East Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239

[SOON]  MUSIC: Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike , October 25 – November 11

This Tony Award-winning comedy from Christopher Durang follows three siblings as they live, love and argue in their family’s home—that just happens to be located in a cherry orchard. (Yes, there are some great Chekhov moments.) Fun, smart and the Drama Desk Award winner for outstanding new play.

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

[SOON]  THEATER: The Barber of Seville , October 26 – November 11

Our favorite barber is back. Doctor Bartolo plans to marry his ward Rosina, but she has other plans for her future. Figaro, the barber, comes to the rescue and assists Rosina in sneaking, scheming, and plotting so she can marry her beloved Lindoro, who unbeknownst to her is the Count Almaviva. With a comic plot and Rossini's most recognizable melodies, The Barber of Seville is one of the most performed operas in the world.

Sarasota Opera House, 61 North Pineapple Ave., Sarasota.

[SOON]  HEALTH: 7th Annual Hearing Tech Expo & Clinic , October 27, 9am-4pm

Don't miss the largest hearing health fair in Florida where attendees have the opportunity to try and compare hearing aids from leading manufacturers. Over 50 exhibitors will offer first-hand demonstrations of all major technologies including wireless accessories, cochlear implants, assistive listening devices and new, cutting-edge hearing devices such as breakthrough skin conduction hearing aids and the first implantable hearing aid. Presentations and user panel discussions will demystify the new technological developments to help determine which devices are best suited for your needs. A comprehensive silent auction offers an opportunity to get highly discounted devices as well as super bargains in numerous categories like travel, theater and restaurants as well as a support section for parents and children with hearing loss.  A Spanish language translator will be onsite at the event. Admission and all services provided, including hearing screenings, audiologist consultations and rides to and from the expo, are free. For more information, contact expo@hlas.org or 941-706-4312.

Manatee Technical College , 6305 State Road 70, Bradenton, FL

[SOON]  GALLERY: National Sumi-E Society , October 30 – November 30

Celebrating the Japanese art of ink wash painting, also called Sumi-e, this exhibition brings art from around the country to Bradenton for a show dedicated to the delicacy, beauty and history of the medium. Spanning across all three galleries, this is another flagship exhibition for one of Bradenton’s leading art centers.

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

[SOON]  FOOD: New College Foundation Annual Scholarship Clambake , November 1, 6:00PM

New College will celebrate the 40th anniversary of New College Foundation’s Annual Scholarship Clambake on November 1, 2018, at 6 p.m.

Clambake is always a wonderful gathering on the spectacular New College Bayfront, featuring New England fare, a breathtaking sunset, and many opportunities to meet and mingle with extraordinary students, outstanding faculty, and other committed friends.

New College Bayfront, 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota

[SOON]  MUSIC: Armistice: The Journey Home , November 3 – November 4

Inspired by the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI, this performance explores timeless themes of longing, loss, love, and the search for peace in the wake of catastrophe. Musical selections range from Schubert’s Der Wanderer, to Vaughan Williams’ Songs of Travel, to Ives’ They Are There.

Historic Asolo Theatre, 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota.

[SOON]  MUSIC: The Little Sweep , November 3 – November 4

Sarasota Youth Opera will present a revival of our acclaimed production of Britten’s charming opera. A group of children, with the help of a kind nursery maid, work to free a young chimney sweep apprentice from his cruel master. Last seen in 2013, this enchanting work, which was written to introduce young people to opera, will be sure to delight children and adults alike. The Opera itself will be preceded by a prologue created especially for Sarasota Youth Opera by Youth Opera Music Director Jesse Martins and stage director, Martha Collins

Sarasota Opera House, 61 North Pineapple Ave., Sarasota.

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