SRQ DAILY Aug 31, 2021
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"It is never too late to make a change for the better when it comes to nutritional health. Sometimes the positive results are felt immediately."
You know when you use a word in conversation that a listener doesn’t know, and they say, “what does that word mean?” Then you try to put a suitable definition together but realize you’ve been using the word so long you only know its definition intuitively. So, you resort to tossing out synonyms, hoping the listener can intuit the meaning on their own. In this haphazard way, an essential meaning is agreed upon, one that at least allows the conversation to keep going so long as the original train of thought remains firmly on the rails. The same thing can happen with food.
Bodrum Restaurant in Venice serves a dish called beyti kebab. Essentially, it’s a kebab of ground lamb and spices grilled on a skewer, then wrapped in lavash. Lavash is a thin flatbread eaten widely in Western Asia that looks a lot like a flour tortilla but has the more wholesome bread-like flavor of naan or freshly baked pita bread. But once the beyti kebab is doused in butter, yogurt and tomato sauces, these nuances of lavash are buried in a delicious mess. In fact, if I ate the dish often enough—and I hope to do so—I might forget all the above aspects of its manufacture, absorbing its essence into my subconscious like the word “tawdry,” a word I use frequently but cannot define. If this happens with the beyti kebab, I imagine I might define it in conversation as a “Turkish enchilada.”
It’s not quite right, but it’s close enough to keep the conversation going.
Bodrum is open 11:30 am to 9 pm, seven days a week at 225 Miami Ave. W, Suite 5 in downtown Venice. 
Photo taken by Andrew Fabian
Newly-launched Sarasota company, Optamiz Health, hopes to bring people back to the basics of health and wellness using plant-based nutrition. On September 18, 2021, Optamiz Health is hosting a live and virtual Plant-based Jumpstart.
The Plant-Based Jumpstart is designed for everyone. Studies show plant-based diets benefit individuals who suffer from conditions such as high blood pressure, inflammation, elevated cholesterol, type II diabetes, obesity, and leaky gut. It is also shown to be a positive step in the treatment of such conditions as autoimmune disorders, chronic Illness, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's Disease, multiple sclerosis, and inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBD). It is also used for sport and fitness-based recovery.
Optamiz Health founder and nutrition expert Heather Hackett brings 20 years of experience as an author, trainer, and featured sports and nutritional writer to this organization. Co-founder, Dr. Ken Kaufman, a chiropractor in practice for 28 years and the spring training team chiropractor for two major league baseball teams sees the positive results of wholistic treatments and plant-based nutrition. They created the Optamiz app, the Optamiz Your Health podcast, and the “Plant-Based Jumpstart” program on Optamiz.com.
“We are so excited to launch Plant-Based Jumpstart and be a part of transforming the lives of our community near and far,” Hackett stated. “It is never too late to make a change for the better when it comes to nutritional health. Sometimes the positive results are felt immediately. Plant-based nutrition provides the fuel for the body to function and heal. The Optamiz app, our ongoing support, and the Plant-Based Jumpstart are the foundation for anyone wanting to reclaim their health.”
All participants in the event will receive an Optamiz Jumpstart workbook, nutrition plan, supplement plan, the 1-2-3 daily diet, full access to the mobile app, and ongoing support. The event will have numerous discussion topics, including plant-based cooking and recipes, meal planning, and micronutrients and supplementation. Those who attend the event in person will receive a plant-based lunch. The Plant-Based Jumpstart will be held from 9 am to noon online and at 1400 Cattlemen Rd, Suite 102 in Sarasota.
Register for the Plant-Based Jumpstart or learn more about Optamiz Health here.
Join Sommelier Austin Harlow and award-winning Chef Greg Campbell for The Tour Down Under, an exclusive, one-time event at GROVE. This immersive five-course wine dinner will feature the best wines from Australia and paired with locally sourced ingredients to create a one-of-a-kind Aussie experience.
The Tour Down Under will take place Saturday, September 25, 6:30 pm at GROVE Restaurant, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch. Tickets: $100 + tax & gratuity.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is thrilled to announce their Chance to Win Extraordinary Experiences package for 2021! One lucky winner will receive a plethora of fabulous prizes and surprises, all centered around a stay in The Ringling’s exclusive and storied guest cottage.
”After the tremendous response we had to last year’s UnGala Getaway, we decided to do it again, but the prize package is even more fabulous!” said Christina Fraser, the museum’s Assistant Director. “Last year’s winners were absolutely over the moon and thoroughly enjoyed their stay in the cottage and tours with The Ringling’s Executive Director.”
The prize package will allow guests to experience all that is extraordinary about The Ringling! Included are an overnight stay for two in the exclusive Ringling Guest Cottage, a scrumptious dinner in the fabulous Belvedere Tower of Ca' d' Zan, courtesy of the Ringling Grillroom,, breakfast served bayside on Ca d ’Zan’s Terrace, a private tour of Ca’d’Zan with Steven High, Executive Director, season passes to the Art of Performance, a museum membership for two, and 2 full days of admission to The Museum of Art and Circus Museum. Fraser also promises additional splendid surprises that will be personally curated to the interests of the guests.
Tickets will go on sale on September 1. A limited number will be sold and the cost is 100.00 per ticket. A portion of the sales will be donated to the museum. Tickets are available at ringling.org.
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall welcomes audiences back to the theatre for an exciting 2021-2022 season. Many fan-favorite shows have been rescheduled from the previous two seasons, and electrifying new performances have been added to the lineup.
Mary Bensel, Executive Director of the Van Wezel, shares her thoughts about the upcoming schedule: “My heart is full to be able to announce our 2021-2022 season. The past 17 months have been some of the most challenging ones I’ve ever seen for our industry, but I know that Sarasota’s heart aches for the full return of live entertainment. The safety of our audiences, artists and staff will remain a priority as we prepare to fully reopen the main Hall. Given the evolving circumstances, we will monitor changes in proper procedures and protocols to keep patrons informed as we approach the beginning of the season,” says Bensel.
Public on-sale is September 11 at 10 am. Photos and a detailed show list can be downloaded here. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office, online at VanWezel.org or by phone at 941-263-6799. Information with regard to health and safety measures will be posted to Van Wezel’s dedicated Safety Page, which will be updated closer to the start of the 2021-2022 season as conditions change.
Foundations and nonprofit organizations have been dedicated to relief and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic for many months. On Thursday, September 2 from 8:30 am to 9:30 am, Manatee Community Foundation and The Patterson Foundation will offer the chance to hear from health experts regarding COVID-19 data, testing, vaccine hesitancy, and community efforts to keep Manatee County healthy. In this conversation, you will hear about efforts at The Patterson Foundation, Manatee County Department of Health, and the Multicultural Health Initiative focused on data, information, and access to programs and services. After a brief presentation from each speaker, participants will have an opportunity to ask questions. Speakers include: Hannah Saeger Karnei, Fellow, The Patterson Foundation; Jennifer Bencie, M.D., M.S.A, County Health Officer, Florida Department of Health, Manatee County; and Lisa Merritt, M.D., Founder, Multicultural Health Institute.
To learn more and register, visit ManateeCF.org.
City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. There will be no residential garbage, recycling or yard waste pickup on Monday. The following pickups will be delayed by one day: Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, and Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday collection will not be interrupted. There will also be no commercial garbage collection Monday. Solid Waste staff will coordinate with commercial customers to adjust their individual collections accordingly. Hours of operation at recreation and cultural arts facilities for September 6 will vary.
The regular City Commission meetings will be held Tuesday, September 7, and Wednesday, September 8, both beginning at 6 pm at City Hall, 1565 First St.
For more information on garbage and recycling collection, contact the Solid Waste Division at 941-365-7651.
Learn about the rich circus history of Sarasota on an unforgettable trolley or van tour. Pass by key city landmarks as our informative and passionate tour guide, Bob Collins, tells stories about the colorful cast of circus characters, showmen, and performers who called Sarasota home. Meander through historic neighborhoods such as the Rosemary District, known for its vibrant food and art scene. Learn about the rich history of the Ringling brothers, the five brothers who owned and operated the circus renowned as the “Greatest Show on Earth.” Pass by the 21-gallery museum John Ringling constructed to house his extensive artwork collection, which opened to the public in 1931. Explore several other locations intimately involved in Sarasota’s circus history, including Sarasota Jungle Gardens, Circus Arts Conservatory, and the Circus Ring of Fame on St. Armands Circle. This 90-minute trolley or van tour is perfect for all ages and shows you a whole new side of Sarasota. Get ready for a fun-filled circus adventure during this show on wheels. It’s an illuminating experience you don’t want to miss. Tours with fewer than 10 guests will travel in our comfortably air-conditioned high-top van. Tour tickets are $34.99 and include FREE Parking.
The dream of one man became a cultural tour de force for Sarasota’s performing arts community. In 1999, actor and playwright Nate Jacobs founded the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, establishing a unique dramatic company to present and explore the Black experience. After twenty years of challenges and hard-won triumphs, the troupe experienced one of its toughest years yet in 2020. The killing of George Floyd ignited a national reckoning on race, and the COVID-19 pandemic made theatres go dark. Drawing on the resilient spirit that carried the troupe across previous hardships, WBTT has reimagined ways to stage its performances and fulfill its mission to promote inclusion and diversity in the arts. As a new generation of artists comes onboard, the troupe also finds successful approaches to address racism and lift others up through opportunity, mentorship and outreach. Produced by WEDU PBS in partnership with the Community Foundation of Sarasota County with generous funding from the George J. & Alice Pugh Donor Advised Fund. The film is available at https://www.wedu.org/shows/documentaries/this-light-of-mine/
The DSA Presents First Friday Gallery Walk. Enjoy your walk or stroll in Downtown Sarasota with participating galleries, including State of the Arts Gallery on State Street, AlexArt International located at 25 North Pineapple Avenue, Dabbert Gallery on Historic Palm Avenue, Art Uptown Gallery on Sarasota’s Main Street, and 530 Burns Gallery in Historic Burns Court.
David Berry, Associate Director of Academic Affairs and Special Projects, is one of Sarasota’s favorite lecturers. His dry sense of humor and wealth of knowledge is sure to both entertain and educate your group. Dr. Berry is available to speak on any of the following subjects: The origins of museums, museum architecture and display, The Victorian museum, early museums in America, museums, education, and community engagement, great women collectors, the illicit trafficking of cultural property, world fairs, an introduction to natural history, great illustrated natural history books, natural history and children’s literature, scientific illustration, natural history specimens, natural history collections, art and medicine, the art of anatomy, the art of astronomy and microscopy, the art of geology and paleontology (including dinosaurs), botanical and zoological art, botanical and zoological gardens, the golden age of botanical exploration, the orchid craze in Victorian Britain, and Japanese garden design and horticultural practices (ikebana and bonsai). $100 flat fee; must be scheduled at least 3 weeks in advance, $250 for custom topics; must be scheduled at least 6 weeks in advance. Lectures include a single-speaker, slide illustrated lecture. All programs are hosted via Zoom. For additional information, or to book a virtual program, contact Laura Steefel-Moore, Head of Educational Programs, at laura.steefel-moore@ringling.org.
Selby Gardens and the Duncan McClellan Gallery in St. Petersburg present the fourth annual summer glass show at Selby Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus from July 10 to September 26. This year’s exhibition, featuring nature-inspired glass work created exclusively by Duncan McClellan, will be displayed in the Tropical Conservatory and the Gardens against a backdrop of lush flowers and plants. All artworks are available for sale with a percentage of proceeds benefiting Selby Gardens.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens , 1534 Mound St., Sarasota
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto and Intertape Polymer Group present the 15th Leadership Breakfast on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 3100 Fruitville Rd. honoring Archie Griffin, two-time Heisman Trophy Winner, and Lisa Bechtold, Executive Director of Take Stock in Children Sarasota. Registration and breakfast service begins at 7:30am and the program begins at 8am. Tickets are $50 per person.
We are pleased to announce that the 7th Annual Manatee Pride Festival will be held on September 18, 2021, at the beautiful downtown Bradenton Riverwalk from noon to 5pm. Manatee Pride is a fund raiser, and all proceeds benefit ALSO Youth Sarasota/Manatee a 501(c)(3) non-profit Florida corporation, providing Advocacy, Leadership, Support and outreach for LGBTQ youth in Sarasota and Manatee Counties and dedicated to supporting, affirming, encouraging, enabling and empowering all LGBTQ youth. We would welcome your participation and support at our Festival on September 18, 2021. Our 7th annual Festival, Manatee Pride 2021 will again have live performers and renowned bands, great food, beer, refreshments (and other favorites), health checks and more. We expect our attendance to meet or exceed our previous attendance record. Mark your calendars & tell your friends. We look forward to seeing you in September for a safe & fun Manatee Pride. If you are looking for ways to get involved as a volunteer, participate as a performer, have a booth as a vendor or support our non-profit via a donation, please reach out to Craig@ALSOYOUTH.ORG.
Experience the excitement as the full orchestra returns to the stage this season on Saturday, October 2 at 7:30pm at the Sarasota Opera House. Kensho Watanabe leads a program beginning with Valerie Coleman's heroic Seven O'Clock Shout, a tribute to essential workers. Dominic Cheli will shine in Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20, and Schumann's "Spring" Symphony will lend a perfect finale to this long-awaited reunion of orchestra and audience.
1917. Rope. Birdman. Victoria. Russian Ark. Lost in London. All these films tell their complete stories in one continuous, uninterrupted take. Or at least they give that illusion. The Sarasota-based Single-Take Challenge, however, is only for filmmakers attempting the "real thing". 2021 marks the 6th anniversary of the Challenge, to be held both online and live at a theater in Sarasota. The Challenge prides itself on finding professional filmmakers to act as judges. This year for example, Larry McConkey is on the panel. McConkey is best known for shooting the infamous "Copa scene" long take in the movie "Goodfellas." Filmmakers interested in creating and submitting their one-shot masterpieces have until August 15. The awards and screening ceremony will take place the weekend of October 8-10. For more information contact SingleTakeChallenge@gmail.com
The World Inline Cup will cross the ocean to the USA later this year. After negotiations with the organizers were finalised, an agreement was reached on a race under the Florida sun on October 17. Since the race, like the marathon in Dijon, France, will take place after the official final in Berlin, the marathon in Sarasota will receive the status of an Associated Race. This means that the race will be an official part of the World Inline Cup, but the points will not be included in the overall ranking. The prize purse is now at $15,000 and growing. Top Class Marathon in 2022 in Florida in planning. The Associated Race is intended to be a first step towards an official World Inline Cup Top Class Race in Florida in 2022 and beyond. Further details about the WIC season 2021 in these COVID impacted challenging times will be communicated shortly. For further information, please visit www.world-inline-cup.com and/or contact Volker Schlichting.
This free virtual event will feature Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D. who teaches the power of showing up in her book How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become and How Their Brains Get Wired. Become a community partner and SUPPORT free quality educational programming for those who care for kids in our community. The virtual speaker event will be held Wednesday, September 22 by the Community Foundation of Sarasota.
Community Foundation of Sarasota
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast invites the community to a monthly Food Truck Friday Night this summer at their Bay Preserve headquarters in Osprey. Enjoy food and fun with friends while taking in a summer sunset at this family-friendly event. Each month, July through September, a different food truck will be onsite serving up local flavor on the shores of Little Sarasota Bay. Members of the Conservation Foundation team will be available to answer questions about their work and the Burrows-Matson House will be open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket for this picnic-style gathering. The dates and food trucks are as follows: Friday, July 23, 5pm to 8pm - Curb Your Appetite (classic American fare) Friday, August 20, 5pm to 8pm - Big Blue Grilled Cheese Company (creative versions of a family favorite) Friday, September 17, 5pm to 8pm - Killik’s Kitchen (modern Asian-Hawaiian fare) “After the isolation of the last year, connection is what we are all craving,” notes Christine Johnson, president of Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast. “Connection with other people and connection with nature. We hope these Friday nights help our community reconnect with each other and with our beautiful natural environment.” Bay Preserve is located at 400 Palmetto Avenue in Osprey, Florida. This series is free and open to the public, however in an effort to ensure plenty of parking, RSVPs are requested. To RSVP for any of the dates, visit conservationfoundation.com/events. Food prices vary by truck. Learn more about each truck’s menu on Facebook.
Conservation Foundation, 400 Palmetto Ave., Osprey
Life on the Circle only gets better when days are bathed in the summer sun. Enjoy a breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the perfect setting for adventure and fun. Join us for the “Sol of the Circle,” a series of special events for the entire family. Songs on the Circle will take place every first Tuesday from 6pm to 9pm. Dates are June 1, July 6, August 3, and September 7.
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