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10 Years of Pork Bangers & “Passtees!” By Patricia Kawaja

(originally published in Union Jack News)

Congratulations goes to Londoners Richard and Barbra Posner on a solid expat achievement; 10 years in business. (Here is their story.) In their own words; “We wanted to serve America with the best of British foods”, Richard told me. “We relocated to Sarasota from London in 1990 and the first 10 plus years, in a different business, we thoroughly integrated into the American way of life and food. Then we started missing the British specialties we enjoyed on trips home – pasties, sausage rolls and pork pies, back bacon and good old British Bangers etc. We bought some of the frozen pies and sausages from our local Florida supermarkets but were disappointed and sure someone could do better. Why not us? We were former experienced and successful restaurateurs in the West End of London, serving thousands a week including the famous and infamous – even Princess Diana and Prince William,

so skilled in high quality foodservice production. On selling our previous business in Sarasota 2001 it was decided almost instantly to return to the vocation and develop a range of authentic tasting and upscale British products that our fellow expat Brit countrymen and Commonwealth cousins could really enjoy and actually be proud of. It was a major challenge to source US vendors to supply authentic flavored components like pork banger sausages and other essentials, but we finally succeeded, working with vendors from local to North Carolina, or anyone who could supply “the best”. After a year of intensive research into recipes, sources and resources, we located, developed and opened the 4 & 20 Pasty Company in 2003. But only offering traditional Cornish Pasties is boring and unlikely to be successful in creating a market, so why just stop there?

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Abel’s Ice Cream Bill & Norma Abel opened in April 2011 with a mission to offer the South Sarasota, Palmer Ranch, Siesta Key residents and tourists a nationally award winning premium ice cream at a competitive price with generous portions. Abel’s Florida made ice cream brand is the recipient of 14 national awards issued by the National Ice Cream Retailers Association since 2009. Sarasota’s best specialty ice cream flavor, Spumoni (swirled pistachio, chocolate and cherry ice cream, almonds and a special blend of fruits) awarded to Abel’s in the July 2012 issue of Sarasota Magazine. Most recently Siesta Key Chamber honored Abel’s Ice Cream with its 2012 Small Business of the Year Award. Abel’s hot fudge, malted milk shakes and Dreamsicle flavor ice cream will remind you of the

4th of July Reflections

|American Exceptionalism still going strong By Robert Frederickson

In an era when partisan bickering and gamesmanship seem to have become permanently rooted in the American political landscape, examples of our shared values as a nation come as welcome reminders that there is still much that binds us together as a people. Who can forget the spontaneous, raucous salute for firefighters, EMT Actor Gary Sinise started the Gary Sinise Foundation to provide help for personnel and law enforcement severely wounded veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq. officers – local, state and federal Photo credit: Gary Sinise Foundation alike – in the hours after the second Boston bombing suspect was taken into custody that would have us believe the best days of our nation this past April? A similar celebration by grateful are behind us. homeowners greeted local and federal “smoke- There are countless everyday reminders of our jumpers” who risked their lives fighting the recent national cohesiveness, ones that just don’t get the forest fires along Colorado’s front range that full-blown media attention of fugitive terrorist hunts damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes. or devastating natural disasters. Indeed, there is no As we celebrate our nation’s birthday over the shortage of examples of neighbors helping neighbors Fourth of July holiday this month, it is worth keeping in this country when such help is needed most. such moments in mind. They provide a powerful But that’s nothing new. Americans have always antidote to the shrill harangue from some quarters been a generous lot. Story continued on page 25

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Things that make Sarasota unique: Where else can you go to a neighborhood park for a walk or bike ride and happen upon a circus aerialist practicing his craft? That was the case on a recent weekday morning as Nik Wallenda held one of his last practice sessions at Nathan Benderson Park before heading to Arizona to take a stroll across the Grand Canyon. A bit of rain was no problem for the Circus Sarasota performer. After all, if he can deal with 3500 feet of vertical drop, what’s a little bit of rain? Photo by R. Frederickson.

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President Siesta Key Association www.siestakeyassociation.com For many of us, the most festive part of summer begins with our Fourth of July Independence Day celebration. Relaxed beach time with family and friends, picnics and music all wrapped in red, white and blue. We honor our nation’s birth and all who have served, ensuring our freedom and keeping us safe. Siesta Beach Park is our County’s most beautiful environment for a night of fireworks. Our Fire Marshal clears the beach for safety, well away from dune vegetation, people and wildlife. This opens our view along the wide expanse of crystal white sand. The Gulf of Mexico mirrors the setting sun, creating nature’s ‘fireworks’ in the sky. One of only three legally permitted Fireworks events

in Sarasota County, all costs (approximately $35,000) are covered through citizen donations and fundraising activities of the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce. Kevin Cooper, Executive Director, continues leading this effort of privately funded Fireworks. Having served in the US Army, Kevin especially appreciates the purpose, started 23 years ago to welcome troops returning from the Gulf War. At our June 6 meeting, Sarasota County Fire Marshal John Reed spoke about Fireworks. He shared important information so necessary for safety on this special night. No personal fireworks are permitted on Siesta Key. • 1. There is a rigorous permitting process which requires the Sheriff’s approval for personal fireworks. Only 3 permits are presently issued for Sarasota County. • 2. What is legal: If it ‘propels itself and blows up’ it isn’t legal.

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The Sheriff’s Department will again take to their mounts for this year’s 4th of July celebration. Photo by Catherine Luckner

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By Stan Zimmerman

• Even plovers have enemies

As Ian Fleming once wrote in a James Bond book, “Once is happenstance, twice is coincidence, third time is enemy action.” For the snowy plovers of Siesta Key, it’s looking like a war. The birds are one step up from endangered, as a federally protected species of concern. And this spring, they have faced a suspicious wildfire, numerous attacks on the signs and stakes urging people to stay out of their nesting area, and most recently a piece of heavy equipment plowing a nine-foot wide path directly through their conservation easement. It happens at night when volunteers from the Audubon Society are not monitoring the area. It’s all happening near Beach Access Nine, upland of the beach in the scrubby vegetation zone. The latest violation was called in by Siesta Key Association President Catherine Luckner, who said somebody tipped her that a large tractor was scraping away the vegetation. County officials confirmed the violations, and are talking with nearby property owners. A new three-story condominium is under construction at 610-612 Beach Road. bordering the upland side of the conservation easement.

• Half-price beach camping for residents

Camping on the beach used to be common…a hundred years ago. But between condominiums and property rights, beach camping is a thing of the past. Except at Sarasota County’s Turtle Beach. The county campground is one of a handful of spots in Florida where tents and RVs are only a few steps from the beach. And this summer, Sarasota County residents can enjoy the historic-but-now-rare opportunity for half-price. Two nights for the cost of one is the deal. Campers will have to show proof of residency and stay two nights in the same space to qualify. Call 349-3839 for information and reservations. The park contains full hook-ups for RVs, plus Wi-FI, showers and a laundry point.

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• Tiny bump in parking at Access 7

The parking at Siesta Beach Access 7 along Beach Road has been reconfigured after a fence was moved. The adjustment produced two more spaces in the lot. There is more county property available for parking near Access 7 for 40 or 50 more spaces, but staffers are holding off because of nesting snowy plovers. The area near Access 7 is favored by the birds. As additional parking is developed in the area, the regular access may be closed or modified to accommodate the nesting plovers. Foot traffic may be diverted to other beach accesses, if the main route has been commandeered by the birds. In an email, County Commissioner Nora Patterson observed, “[The] agreement was that the parking would be gradually developed and we would work with Audubon and as plover nesting developed there at the access, the path to the beach would be closed and foot traffic diverted to other access. I think we are still doing that and I know that many people have devoted a lot of hours to trying to protect baby plovers.”

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Hotel and motel bookings through summer remain strong, following a record spring tourist season. The summer is up primarily due to a series of sporting events like June’s Pan American Masters Swimming Championships. Other events include the Fourth of July Super Boat Grand Prix, and the U.S. Rowing Masters Championship in August. Summer soccer and tennis events at Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton’s IMG Academy will also boost visitors. Meanwhile Floridians are also hitting the road for a summer vacation. One AAA survey indicated about 70 percent of Floridians will take a summer holiday this year. Plus August is the month for Europeans to arrive. Sarasota • Andrea gives pop quiz has long been a favorite destination for them. Last year saw a Ready for hurricane season ’12? Tropical Storm Andrea 21 percent increase in European visitors to Sarasota County. put the preparations to the test in the first week of the storm

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News Up & Down the Trail • Plug pulled on downtown lights

An $80,000 fiasco came to an end in June when the Downtown Improvement District voted to shut down its multicolored lights in Five Points Park. They were entwined around the branches of 27 trees, and programmed to change colors to add gaiety downtown. But the district forgot about the trees’ insistence on growing and expanding, snapping the wires. By time of the shutdown, only a handful of the lights were still operating despite thousands paid in maintenance. Instead the district is asking the city purchasing department to release a request for proposals for a new lighting scheme. The proposers will be required to provide full maintenance. It’s the second blow to the park. A number of benches were removed “as an experiment” after nearby condominium residents complained of homeless people and vagrants sleeping on them. The “experiment” became permanent, and now the lights are off “temporarily.”

• Paying for parking

After the city commission folded to public pressure and removed the new parking meters downtown, it then found it would be subsidizing parking forever. “Parking management funds suffered greatly after we took out the meters,” Commissioner Suzanne Atwell noted at a commission meeting. Tickets for overtime parking are now about the only monies coming in, and that will never be sufficient to run the parking garages, stripe the streets and boot the scofflaws. “Revenue through enhanced enforcement is not sustainable,” said Parking Manager Mark Lyons. “Free parking for customers and staff is a public subsidy, it’s a city subsidy,” said Commissioner Susan Chapman. “Are there other best practices for revenue besides parking meters?” Lyons said he’ll look for solutions “over the next couple of months.”

By Stan Zimmerman • Form-based code gets go-ahead

The city’s current zoning code was established in the mid1970s, and doesn’t seem to be able to mesh the expectations of neighbors and developers. But it can be arcane, like the “department store” rhetoric that derailed plans to build a Walmart “supercenter” in the ageing Ringling Shopping Center downtown. “We are seeing increased polarization, increased incompatibilities, longer and longer meetings, an increasing number of variances,” said a former city planner. She’s been hired back as a contract employee to ramrod a re-write using the standards of a form-based code. Karin Murphy recently completed the task for Bradenton, replacing an antiquated set of regulations with ones more agreeable to both neighbors and developers. The form-based philosophy turns standard zoning on its head. In the past, zoning rules were concerned with what happened inside a building – was it commercial or residential? Multi-family? Industrial? Office spaces? A form-based code is less concerned with inside than outside. It aims to produce a building in harmony with its surrounds, and is less concerned with the uses inside. It doesn’t mean you can build a steel mill next to a day care. But it does open the possibility of neighborhood-based businesses like a bakery or coffee bar in an otherwise residential area. It will all get hammered out in public meetings over the next two years.

• U of F plans architecture grad program here

The University of Florida is planning to create a graduate program in architecture in one of the county’s “Sarasota school” buildings on Orange Avenue. The building is the last structure designed by William Rupp that has not been altered radically after the invention of air conditioning. The building is now used as a print shop and mail center by Sarasota County.

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Martin Gold, director of the U of F school of architecture estimated the program could start with 40 students when the program gets rolling in the fall of 2014. “I think this is a historic event for us,” Gold told the Sarasota County Commission when the papers were signed. City commissioners were enthused as well. They expressed some hope the students may want to participate in the city’s form-based code formation. Before the architecture students move in, the county will have to relocate its operations nearby. “For me, to bring this program to Sarasota, I’m more than willing to put up with the costs of this,” said County Commissioner Christine Robinson.

• Strip mall gets overhaul plans

Shopping centers across America are having a tough time, and Sarasota’s are no different. However Benderson Development is ready to give CPR to the strip mall directly west across the Tamiami Trail from the Westfield Sarasota Square Mall. The triangular-shape parcel now hosts a Dennys and a Wendys. Benderson’s Director of Development Todd Mathes says the company is making an investment to upgrade the center’s aesthetics. The biggest change will be fabrication of a storm water retaining vault – in effect a huge underground swimming pool to hold runoff from the mostly paved property. County commissioners approved the plans unanimously.

• Real estate values break their slide

For the first time in six years, the official county tax roll shows an increase in values. Overall the value of property for tax purposes was up 3.4 percent compared to a year ago. Assuming a flat millage rate, the bump will translate into $4.2 million extra tax revenue. The City of Sarasota witnessed a 3.7 percent rise in property values for taxs. School board revenues should jump 4.5 percent, and North Port’s rise was the sharpest in the county at 5.3 percent. The figures are preliminary, but by this time of year are close to the final figures.

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Summer Picnics and Barbeques By Maureen Rooney, Siesta Key Wines, 5238C Ocean Blvd., Davidson Plaza in the Village, 941-552-9105 You don’t need to look at your calendar to know that summer is officially here. Temperatures are in the 90’s and the afternoon rains are back. We all know that the best part of summer is being outdoors with our families and friends enjoying great picnics, tasty barbeques and fantastic company. This month we celebrate wines for great picnics and barbeques and the people who love them! Picnics demand great tasting foods. Really, do you remember a picnic with bad food? Probably not, especially since food just tastes better when we eat outdoors! Picnic foods usually have lots of big flavors and what better way to pair big flavor foods, but big flavor wines. For starters, a nicely grilled chicken breast over a bed of field greens, cucumbers, scallions and tomatoes with a light balsamic vinegrette dressing pairs extremely well with a crisp, vibrant Jules Taylor Pinot Gris from New Zealand. This is not your typical sweet-style Oregon Pinot Gris. This is a bright and colorful wine with a smoothness one only gets from Marlboro. This wine also pairs well with Grouper, Mahi, Scallops and Tuna. Yes, it can handle the flavor of Tuna! It’s summer. Not in the mood for a dry wine but want to try a refreshing poolside treat? Skewered Melon Balls with fresh mint leaves paired with Tangerine Tango White Zin (yes, it’s the BEST white zin you will ever have!) by Keel and Curley. This wine is crisp and refreshing and

a summer favorite. Not too sweet, not too dry…just right! Afraid to try local, that’s ok. Stop by and we’ll give you a sample while we hold your hand. Now, the best part….. Barbeque Ribs! Come on, you know you love them. You may not supposed to be eating them, but when you think about the hours of slow roasting and the smell of the tangy, thick barbeque sauce soaking into those juicy mouth-watering spare ribs the sizzle and the smoke is just calling your name! Don’t forget the hot grilled sweet corn with mango butter and cold homemade potato salad. Of course you need a wine that can handle all those flavors and cut through the thousands of calories you’re consuming. What better than a fruity, bold, red Zinfandel from Paso Robles. Le Lapin Zinfandel from Paso Robles has great flavors while being light enough for our hot, humid weather. A truly great wine to help clear out those arteries….because it sounds like your gonna need it! Don’t forget to check our calendar for our monthly wine events!

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The Pan American International Masters Swim Championships were held in Sarasota and for the first time in the USA. The championships were attended by swimmers from 28 different countries. Sarasota resident, Tony DeDominicis was ranked 8th for the 800 meter Freestyle and 9th for the 200 meter Breast Stroke. His biggest coup was to be awarded a bronze medal for the one-kilometer Open Water Swim, which he actually accomplished while nursing a broken foot. Juan Luis Martinez Luccani of Venezuela crossing the finish line of the Pan Am Masters Open-Water Swim Championships. Juan finished in third place overall and first place in his age category. photo by Trebor Britt Ryan Ballance (48) of Siesta Key, (top) looking for his name on the final results sheet of the Pan Am Masters Open-Water Swim Championships. He competed in the three kilometer openwater race in the 45-49 year-old age group and finished 5th. Ryan is a firefighter at Sarasota County Fire Department Fire and Rescue Station 13 on Siesta Key. photo by Trebor Britt

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From specialty sandwiches to “build your own” classics to soups and salads to free delivery, Beach Bites restaurant on Siesta Key offers an islandtime casual atmosphere. The new restaurant opened in September last year. It’s on what is rapidly being known as Eat Street due to the proliferation of restaurants, Avenida Madera, in Siesta Village. Owners Jeff and Cheri Madden offer Beach Bites patrons an extensive menu. Specialty sandwiches and salads, all priced at $8.99, run the gamut of goodies and offer historical commentary on the food. Most popular is the Cigar City Cuban, “an authentic Tampa Cuban sandwich, as created back in the 1920s, with roast pulled pork, ham, salami, Swiss cheese, sliced dill pickle and mustard pressed on Cuban bread.” The Gotham City Reuban “originated at Reuben’s Deli in 1914 in New York City, this corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese is pressed into marble rye.” It is served with either Thousand Island dressing or spicy mustard. Sarasota Garden Club Veggie Panini is “dedicated to the ‘Founders Circle,’ who together formed the Sarasota Garden Club.” It contains Portobello mushrooms, zucchini, spinach, tomatoes, red onions, peppers, basil pesto and Swiss cheese all pressed on a Ciabatta roll. All specialty sandwiches come with a choice of a side dish and a crispy pickle spear. Specialty salads at Beach Bites’ most popular entrée is the California Cobb. As described by owners Jeff and Cheri, “It is said that the Cobb salad is named after restaurateur Robert Howard Cobb, owner of the Hollywood Brown Derby in the 1930s. Legend has it that late evening leftovers became their signature salad. Beach Bites takes an assortment of mixed salad greens and tops them with chopped chicken breast, tomatoes, bacon, egg, avocado, and crumbled bleu cheese.” The build your own classic menu is epic in size, made easy by the build your own menu selection option: patrons are encouraged to circle the meat, bread, cheese, “fixins’”, and sides. There are 14 meat options, from which two are available. Classic #1 is $6.49; from which there is tuna salad, egg salad, cheese, and veggie. Classic #2 has turkey, ham, chicken salad, pepperoni, and salami ($7.49.) Classic #3, at $8.49, offers chicken breast, roast beef, corned beef, pastrami, and “blazing chicken.” Beach Bites lets you enjoy the sandwich with

11 different types of bread, six cheeses (one free), a whopping 33 “fixins’ (up to four,) as well as five side dishes. Free delivery is available on Siesta Key, including on the beach. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located at 217 Avenida Madera, phone 941-706-3421, www.beachbitessiesta.com There is an extensive beer and wine list available, and don’t forget to try the wine smoothies or beer snowcone. How better to spend a day at the beach than with a monster sandwich from Big Bites?

Beach Bites Restaurant is located on Eat Street in the village on Siesta Key. Photo by Paul Roat

Beach Bites owner Jeff Madden opened the restaurant in September 2012.

Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Race Photos by Trebor Britt Bruce Day (foreground) of Siesta Key, waiting for the start of the 6-mile “Elite” division stand up paddle board race off the glistening shores of Siesta Beach. He and his wife own Siesta Key Fitness Center.

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all over the world to enjoy our beach,” Rick said. “We continue to host National volleyball tournaments, and triathlons. The sheer volume of events hosted on Siesta beach each year keeps climbing.” There are no shortages of things to do around the Hinkson household. He and his wife are raising their 3-month old daughter along with taking care of the rest of their family pets. Along with the tortoises they have 3 dogs and a bird. They both love the outdoors, so when they can, they exercise, bike, swim, run, paddle and garden. If there’s time, Rick will pic on his bass guitar. When asked if he could spend the day with any person dead or alive, after a short hesitation he replied, “Carl Sagan?”. “I’d like to pick his brain about stuff he learned about the universe. I spend a lot of time researching that kind of thing. His writings make me appreciate my place on this planet.” Rick summed up life guarding this way, “It entails being at peace in one moment and being lightning fast in another.”

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interested can simply go to www.scgov.net and look for the program’s link. Rick said, “Our first graduate is going to be working with us this summer. He’s an impressive swimmer. He’ll be one of the fastest swimmers on the beach when he’s on duty. I love working with kids, and can’t wait for my daughter to get old enough to participate in the program.” Siesta, Venice, and Lido Beach have also hosted the program.

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|Interview with Shawn Bowen Shawn Bowen, is a familiar attendee of Siesta Key’s Sunday night drum circle. I met him at his workspace retreat, conceived by one of the original Selby Garden landscapers and hidden at the end of a canopy road, landscaped with lush exotic Florida trees and plants. WPT: How long have you been playing at the drum circle? Shawn: Since 1996. It was at access #8. There were only about 10 people there. I don’t know how long they had been playing before that. By the next year, it really started building up until the police, responding to noise complaints, told us to move it down to the public beach, where it still is today. WPT: How did you hear about it? Shawn: I was in a band named, “Neurotica”. We did pretty well. Brian Johnson of AC/DC, discovered us. We got signed and went on the OzzFest tour with Ozzy and Rob Zombie. The bass player from my band, Miguel, was really into drum circles. He’d travel to attend festivals. I

was a metal player who didn’t even know what a djembe was, but he introduced me to djembe playing and the drum circle on the Key, so we started going to it whenever we were in town. We liked playing music in such a disorganized fashion, which was such a contrast to the tour, where everything had to be tightly rehearsed and very precise, in order to deliver the best caliber show, in the arenas. WPT: What makes the drum circle inviting to professionals and beginners, is that everyone just meets where they feel the music. What all takes place? Shawn: Drumming, dancing, hula hoops, I’ve seen a drum set, djembes, hand drums there’s rain sticks and didgeridoos and guitars. At the Siesta Key Drum Circle, its really just anything goes. I started playing the djun djun, because no one was playing it out there when I started. It adds a nice bass to the drum circle, so I enjoy playing it. Story continued on page 17

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WPT: Where are you originally from? Shawn: Ohio, originally, but I moved here in 1989.

recording studio in the house, where I do film scores… and I blow glass, as well.

WPT: How long have you been playing guitar? Shawn: 30 years.

WPT: Film scores?? Shawn: Digi-Christ Super Drum just got two songs in an upcoming feature length horror film called, “Evangeline”, being shot in Vancouver BC, and directed by Karen Lam. I’m looking forward to getting more into film scores, because I enjoy working here, in the studio.

WPT: How did you get here? Shawn: I was playing in heavy metal bands in Ohio and made friends with members of a band named, “Havoc”, who were based out of Sarasota, and had won a contest at a music store. Their prize was to come to the sister store, in Ohio, and record. Their bus broke down, they became kinda stranded in town for about a year, and we all became friends, partying and jamming at their band house. When they broke up, and returned to Sarasota, I moved down too, and started working with their former bass player. I don’t like the cold and have never looked back. WPT: So, from that band you went on to Neurotica? Shawn: Yes, it was a great time. Brian Johnson, worked with us, produced our first album, gave us a song he’d written and even sang back-up vocals on it. When he came to the studio to work with us, he brought a guitar that had been used for the Everly Brothers’ “Wake up Little Susie”. WPT: What did you do when Neurotica finished touring? Shawn: I sublet a space in a head shop, where I’d work when I was home, and started dealing in drum circle type, exotic world music instruments. WPT: What are you up to now? Shawn: In my band, “Digi-Christ Super Drum”, I play electronic drums, guitar and some flute. I am a graphic artist and I do audio and video production. I have a

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journeys to various lands, cultures, and time periods. Through each musical encounter, children learn about geography, history, art, literature and math. It is powerful stuff presented in a delightful way, one which an impressionable young child will never forget. Kids already love music, as can be proven by their attraction to iPods and mp3’s. The Sarasota Orchestra does not expect kids to leave the music of 2013 behind. Rather, they are committed to transforming today’s symphony into a youthful medium where children and teens are inspired to add Mozart and Beethoven to their play lists. Every year elective classes are given in one or more of the following: Music Theory, Music History, Sight Singing, Ear Training, and/or Rhythm. Classes are kept to a manageable size insuring that each student receives individual attention. This is an opportunity for a young person to try something out, for auditions are not required for placement. Enrollment is on a first-come-first-served basis, and closes each year at the first of June. Each participant in the Youth Orchestra program pays the modest tuition of $280—a fraction of the actual per-student cost to the Sarasota Orchestra. This tuition is in addition to the $25 application fee, which must accompany the application. Fortunately, a number of private donors and grants have made it possible to offer scholarships to assist those families in financial need. The Sarasota Orchestra recognizes young people as the future. Many youngsters today have never experienced classical music first hand. However, once they experience it, they become the Orchestra’s most receptive participants. The Sarasota Orchestra Summer Music Camp provides a tremendous opportunity for the musically interested child. On July 19, students enrolled in the 2013 camp will present a recital in Holly Hall. Go down there to see for yourself what amazing things have been accomplished in the few short weeks of summer. Trust me: you will be impressed! For additional information go to www.SarasotaOrchestra.org or call 941-953-3434.

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10 Years of Pork Bangers & “Passtees!” By Patricia Kawaja

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Why not wrap a whole range of pie favorites, include vegetarians, a few sweet desserty ones as well into a fine pastry case. People love to eat on the go and a hot, baked Pasty Pie in a great outdoor jacket is an excellent way to eat a (much healthier) To-Go meal. We use only the finest freshest ingredients, without preservatives, MSG or chemical enhancements, being chefs after all, not chemists. And the pastry? Experimenting with American lard it was tough, too crunchy and oddly flavored, so we developed and make a buttery, flakey pastry from scratch, gaining endless compliments. We served our pasty pies and specialties in the bakery hot togo and frozen for re-heating anytime later, which kicked off a storm in Sarasota. Soon snowbirds asked us to ship, so in 2005, we created our website and started shipping freezer packages all over the States. They started telling their friends, both expat and American, and asked their local Britstore to stock our products so individual ship costs wouldn’t be such a problem. This can only be done under Federal USDA supervision, so in 2007 we were granted our USDA production certificates. Now we have successful stockists in Dallas, Charlotte, Atlanta, Salt Lake City, and Naples Florida and other cities, plus a start with The Fresh Market group, who sought us out. For six years we won “Best Fast food in Sarasota” by the Creative Loafing local newspaper and a USA Bronze Medal in the UK’s Weekly Telegraph worldwide Best of British competition. “ Challenges: “But it has certainly not been a smooth, easy ride. Firstly, America at large knows nothing (or cares little) about Pasties or their benefits/pleasures, and seem to have proved as suspicious of “foreign

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Pet Talk

By Dr. Anne Chauvet

1. What is Hyperbaric Chamber Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. This type of therapy has been around for over a century and is better known for treating the bends, a common diving injury. Over time oxygen was found to be a very essential therapy. Pressurized delivery of oxygen pushes the oxygen beyond the red blood cells, which carry it to the body. Oxygen dissolves in plasma, reaching places the red blood cells can not normally reach. Oxygen promotes healing, improves immune system function and helps recovery from hypoxic accidents (strokes for example). HOT is often used for vascular problems, inflammation (such as pancreatitis) and all wound healing (trauma and/ or post surgery). Here in Sarasota, pet owners have the luxury of having HOT accessible at Critical Care & Veterinary Specialists. 2. My friend’s dog was recently diagnosed with heart problem and was sent to a specialist in cardiology. I did not know that veterinary medicine had specialists. What other specialties are there? Veterinary medicine has come a long way since James Herriot’s times. There are a lot of specialties available. The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (www.acvim.org) is home to the specialties of oncology (cancer), internal medicine (both small and large animals), cardiology and neurology. The American College of Veterinary Surgery (www.acvs.org) is home to both large animal and small animal surgery specialties. Note that nowadays we have even more specializations, including orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, and even minimally invasive interventions (laparoscopy, arthroscopy, catheterizations for hearts and other organs, stent placements and more.) Additionally, we now have the following specialties: Emergency and Critical Care (American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, www.acvecc.org), Ophthalmology (www.acvo.org), Dermatology (www.acvd.org.) Specialties, such as Rehabilitation, Acupuncture, and Chiropractic are also becoming more and more defined. Thus, if your pet needs specialty care, chances are it is available. Dr. Chauvet earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, completed a small animal medicine/surgery internship at the University of Illinois in Urbana and finished her residency in neurology/neurosurgery at the University of California, Davis. She has been trained in small animal rehabilitation by the Canine Rehabilitation Institute of Wellington, Florida and is known internationally for her specialized work in the relatively rare field of veterinary neurology speaking to, training, and consulting with veterinary practices and organizations globally.

If you have a question about your pet, please email your question to criticalvetcare@gmail.com Each month, Dr. Chauvet will choose a few questions to share with readers.

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Ann Darling - Master Potter Ann Darling has owned and operated the Darling Pottery Studio in the Gulf Gate area since 1974. A master potter, Ann not only creates her own impeccable work, she has inspired dozens of enthusiastic students for over 39 years. A native of Sarasota, Ann grew up in the McClellan Park area, where she began studying pottery at Brookside Middle School. She went on to obtain a degree in psychology from Stetson University in Deland and completed graduate work in art at Illinois State University. In the past had you gone to the Sarasota Farmer’s Market downtown at Main and Lemon, you might have seen Ann there. For two years she was at the market every Saturday from 7am until noon with a full display of work for sale and a pottery wheel spinning. Darling studio now displays work at the Phillipi Market , a Wednesday Trigger Fish Plate market which will begin again in October. Her work is beautiful and polished, and she has been honored with many awards and exhibitions. Ann has had solo exhibitions at the Hilton Leech Gallery in Sarasota and at the Manatee Community College South Campus Art Gallery. Her work has been shown at the Ringling Museum Crafts Festival, the Las Olas Art Festival, the Miami Grove Show, and the Winter Park Art festival. Her work was also included in the Lowe Art Museum’s exhibition of Women Artists in Florida. Her reputation extends internationally, for a number of her pieces have been accepted at the International Competition of Ceramic Arts in Faenza, Italy. Ann and I go back to the 60’s when she apprenticed in pottery with my husband, Frank Colson, at his Hillview Street studio. The three of us traveled for an entire summer to St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada, where Frank headed up The Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre. In addition to helping out at the Centre, Ann and I took turns chasing my two pre-school sons around beautiful St. Andrews, eating lobsters, and trying to swim in the waters of the frigid Bay of Fundy. We even went ice skating at the local rink with General Westmoreland’s wife and her two little girls! Ann and I also taught school together in the 70’s at Southside Elementary School, where she was the art teacher and I was the “Song & Dance Lady.” My fondest memory was putting on a musical called YELLOW SUBMARINE with 6th grade students. For this extravaganza, Ann had her students create a wonderfully original submarine out of painted plywood. My four lead “BEATLES” strutted back and forth across the stage holding up this magical prop to the delight of an enthusiastic audience. For as long as I can remember, Ann has been a serious student who continued to meticulously hone her skills. In addition to working with Frank, Ann also worked with Cynthia Bringle, Paulus Berneshon, and Toshiko Takaezu at Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina, all giants in the field of pottery. For several years she was an art therapist at Gulf Gate School for Adjustive Education, combining her psychology and art education to work with emotionally disturbed children. She has also served as an adjunct art professor at Manatee Community College South Campus in Venice.

The Hidden Paintings of “Sybil’s” alternate “selves”

Shirley Mason’s true life story as portrayed by Sally Field Aquatic Forms #1 The painting was entitled “Aquatic Forms #1, Shirley A. Mason”, but the title and her signature was covered by tape. It is thought that Ms. Mason did this in order to conceal her identity.

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Ann was married to Sumner Darling, a gifted architect who designed and restored such landmarks as the Sarasota Arts Center. Sadly, Sumner passed away in 1975, leaving Ann with one three year old son and another three months old. He also left her with the plans for a pottery studio, but construction of the studio was still a dream. Local architects Bob Morris, Stewart Barger, Carl Abbott, Jack West, Tolyn Twitchell, Don Wilkinson and Dick Allen all rallied to the cause and donated weekends to bring Ann’s school building into completion. With a young family to support, she diligently went to work, turning her studio/school into a thriving business. Today at Darling Pottery Studio in Sarasota, students learn from a master potter using classic throwing techniques. The school has 13 kick wheels and 6 electric wheels. Ann’s students are not only given instruction in glaze formation and hand building, they are encouraged to use these skills to develop their own creative expressions. In addition to her wheel-thrown and hand-built works in clay—which include high-fired stoneware and raku— Ann also works in printmaking and photography. Today Ann lives in a remarkable residence designed in 2002 by the eminent Sarasota architect, Carl Abbott. It is a triptych of buildings which was uniquely designed to meet the needs of Ann and both of her sons, Sumner and Glenn. The result is a complex of three living spaces unified by common materials, especially concrete. Abbott so respected the site and its abundant reserves of oak trees that this handsome residence has been written up in dozens of magazines and newspapers. Today her son Sumner and his wife still live next to Ann on the beautiful property along with their little twin girls. The Darling Pottery Studio is part of the Darling Apartments town house complex located at 2211A Bispham Road in Sarasota, just minutes from Siesta Key. Both Ann’s work and student work are on display at the studio. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. to noon and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call the studio at 941-922-6059 or 941-923-4401.

Blue Is The Color of Love According to Nancy Preston, author of Life After Sybil... From the Words of Shirley Mason, this title was probably used by Shirley and her alternates more than once as they referred to various pieces of their art. One of the alternates called Mary, named after Miss Mason’s grandmother, referred to her first watercolor as “Blue is the color of love.”

Tall Masts The original of this work is unsigned and is attributed to one of the alternate selves. Boats are a common image among the works of Mason and the alternate selves. Arguable, boats were images depicting means of possible escape for Mason who sought relief from a world of isolation, entrapment and pain.

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Sarasota is known for its magnificent cultural experiences. The best of the best performances! We have it all…Opera, Symphonies, Theatre, Ballet, and more. It’s a mecca for the arts! We’ve covered the arts all season long. What’s going on when the snowbirds head home and many of the venues quiet down? What are discerning SRQ residents and our summer visitors to do? Let’s begin with the Ringling Gardens! Did you know you can walk the grounds for free? Every day, The Ringling Museum, offers free strolls to the public, on their incredible grounds. The gardens are located on a 66-acre estate on the stunning shores of the Sarasota Bay. The trails are filled with lovely Banyan Trees, lush ferns, bamboo trees, oaks, magnolias and more, providing a shady tropical walk, near the breezy bay.

Mondays you may enter the Museum of Art for free! The Museum of Art was built by John Ringling to house his own collection of artwork… today it features paintings and sculptures by some of the greatest artists! http://www.ringling.org/ArtMuseum.aspx Enjoy the courtyard with a Renaissance style garden, including bronze and stone sculptures. One of my favorite stops is the rose garden, designed by Mable Ringling in a wagon wheel layout, perhaps influenced by their trips to Italy. It’s an artistic landscape of roses and sculptures. The sculptures are cast stone, brought in from Europe, possibly Venice, Naples or Rome. It’s not just an ordinary garden but a 27,000-square-foot charming artistic landscape. If you love roses, you’ll love this garden!

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4th of July Reflections

By Robert Frederickson

|American Exceptionalism still going strong Continued from cover

In his signature work “On Democracy in America,” Alexis de Tocqueville noted all the way back in 1838 how remarkably giving Americans are to charitable causes – helping their neighbors, towns, schools and churches almost reflexively – much more so than their European counterparts. This trait persists to this day. While western Europeans generally look to their governments first and foremost for solutions to civic problems, Americans are much more likely to look first to themselves. After a decade of war in Afghanistan and Iraq, opinions on the merits of those conflicts remain as deeply divided as they were at the outset. Still, no matter what their view on how we got into those wars, most Americans remain strongly supportive of the men and women in uniform who fought and sacrificed in battle. And when it comes to those wounded in body or spirit, Americans of all political stripes have stepped up to support and volunteer with organizations that pick up where the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) leaves off.

One such organization is the Wounded Warrior Project. It was founded in 2003 by a group of friends in Roanoke, Virginia who wanted to help the earliest wounded soldiers recovering from their injuries in Afghanistan and Iraq. At first, their efforts were small: care packages filled with everyday comfort items from back home. But from those modest early acts of kindness and gratitude the organization has grown into one that has touched the lives of thousands of wounded service members and their families. And the scope of their efforts has grown to include a range of services to help wounded veterans navigate the often-difficult transition back into civilian life. Programs fall into four main categories, focusing on mind, body, economic empowerment and engagement. Taken together, they seek to provide an integrated, rather than piecemeal approach to recovery. Such personalized, comprehensive efforts are where private groups like The Wounded Warrior Project and The Gary Sinise Foundation really shine. The military and the VA may be well-suited to helping soldiers recover physically from their injuries, but as a massive bureaucracy with a backlog of over 50,000 claims just for the Tampa Bay Region’s Bay Pines facility (which includes southwest Florida in its service area), that type of holistic approach is hopelessly out-of-reach. With the current backlog, it can take up to nine months just to get a response to a basic claim. Such delays bring with them a level of frustration that is the last thing a veteran needs when trying to get their life back on track after a traumatic physical or emotional injury. Actor Gary Sinise founded the organization that bears his name in response to just that sort of bureaucratic Rubik’s cube. In addition to his role on the television series CSI: NY, he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Lieutenant Dan in the film Forrest Gump, where he played a Vietnam war era platoon leader who lost both his legs in combat. Sinise was so inspired by the public response to the character he brought to life that he

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Sinise, an accomplished bass player, was in Florida in early May to perform with his “Lieutenant Dan Band” to raise money to build a new “smart” home for Mike Nicholson, a Marine sergeant who lost three limbs to an improvised explosive device (IED) while serving in Afghanistan in 2011. Speaking with local media in Tampa before his band’s performance at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, he addressed the backlog of Veterans Administration cases: “Has it ever not been a problem?” he asked rhetorically. “The VA should be the first place a veteran should go for immediate assistance and support. When a veteran feels like they have to go to the VA and fight over benefits or support or help or whatever, then the VA isn’t serving its function. The fact is there is still this always-ongoing problem with veterans trying to get benefits they were promised. That’s sad. They served their country, go off to war, get shot, see their buddies get killed and come back and have to fight with the VA over what they are supposed to get? That shouldn’t happen.” But perhaps the frustration Sinise expresses is a backhanded blessing of sorts. When the injustice of such delay and denial becomes widely known, it provokes just the sort of response that brought thousands to Curtis Hixon Park to help Sergeant Nicholson get the kind of home than can accommodate his special needs. Americans are an impatient lot. They seem to have a tacit understanding that people work better, smarter and faster than large bureaucracies. It seems inconceivable that any such plodding agency could ever meet the specific, individual needs of someone like Sergeant Nicholson, much less all the thousands of others like him. But for a motivated group of committed volunteer citizens led by someone like Sinise, nothing is impossible. In fact, there’s something of the Marine Corps credo of “No one left behind” to it. People can care for each other in ways that huge bureaucracies are functionally incapable of. And the action inspired by that understanding is an example of American exceptionalism at its best. It is engrained not just in our founding document, the Constitution, but in our national character as well. If you would like to learn more about or contribute to either The Wounded Warrior Project or The Gary Sinise Foundation, their websites are a good place to start. Their web addresses are www.garysinisefoundation.org and www.woundedwarriorproject.org

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A: ~ “First release and feel the peace, and what you desire will come with more ease.” ~Donnarose Melvin Well Liza, the trick is to be at ease first, and then the gift comes. This is because being at ease sends trusting energy to the Universe that it’s already on its way…that it’s already in existence for you. Uneasy and waiting energy is lovingly responded to with more delay, as the Universe responds to what state of energy we are in. When we keep saying I want, the Universe lovingly says, ok, I will keep you in that state of want. When we say I have, then the gift must be granted to match the already have state. It gets tricky, but it works! Congratulations on your new house in advance! ~♥ Donnarose Melvin is a professional psychic, medium and energy healer, whose pleasure is to assist clients worldwide. She incorporates knowledge from her degree in psychology, along with her clairvoyant, clairaudient, clairsentient and empathic gifts to guide her clients towards peace and success. Please send your questions to GoWithYourSoul@gmail.com or private message her via facebook: Go With Your Soul. Donnarose will select questions each month to share with you. She regrets that unpublished questions cannot be answered individually. ~ ♥

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A: ~ “Love is the ability and willingness to allow those that you care for to be what they choose for themselves, without any insistence that they satisfy you.” ~ Dr. Wayne Dyer Steven, this is certainly a very common issue in many families. Definitely reading what I feel may help you with a very open mind. First, love yourself. Second, forgive yourself and your brother. And third, release with love, any guilt you have attached to you. If you don’t do the above, you will delay or perhaps never manifest what you desire, which is to reunite with your brother. It is a must to love ourselves first and foremost, because what follows is that we feel we are truly deserving of good things to flow into our lives. In addition to the above (here’s where the open mind especially needs to come into play), since no one is making it easy to contact your brother, contact him with your thoughts and energy. It’s called telepathic communication. And trust me, it’s sometimes even easier to get the outcome you desire, and faster. You simply visualize your brother sitting next to you, then talk to him and say what you want him to hear, all of it. But it must be love based which will pull his energy towards you. Any negative energy will create the opposite effect...guaranteed. Don’t be surprised if you receive a call or some form of contact. It works, trust me. So consider your words carefully and more importantly,

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Adventure Charters 941-371-1390 July fishing can be excellent, but tactics need to be a little different and windows of opportunity are smaller. It is simply too hot to fish in the middle of the day. Early morning will be the most reliable time to fish, evenings are good too, but frequent thunderstorms can make planning a trip difficult. Anglers who don’t mind fishing in the dark will have success at night, and they will beat the summer heat! Action on the deep grass flats from the north end of Siesta Key should be very good for speckled trout, along with bluefish, Spanish mackerel, ladyfish, pompano, and jacks. A high tide in the morning is favored for anglers to drift the flats and cast Cotee jigs, Rapala plugs, spoons, and live shrimp under a popping cork. Netting up a bunch of shiners and chumming the deep flats will usually result in non-stop action. The flats and oyster bars south of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters at Stickney Pt. down to Blackburn Pt. will hold some nice trout in July, and that area gets very little pressure in the summertime. The key is water temperature; if it is too high the bait and gamefish will not be there. Redfish and snook will also cruise the bars and shorelines in search of prey. Areas that drop off quickly into three or four feet will be the most productive spots. A hand picked shrimp is deadly fished early in the morning on a high tide. Anglers choosing artificial lures will score with topwater and shallow diving plugs, scented soft plastics, and weedless gold spoons. Redfish will begin to school up in July and can be caught in very shallow water The largest trout also prefer shallow water, so don’t be surprised if a “gator” intercepts an offering meant for a redfish. These fish should be released unharmed, they are the female breed stock and are crucial to a healthy trout fishery. Night fishing will be exciting and productive in July. Lighted docks and bridges attract glass minnows and shrimp, which in turn attracts the gamefish. Snook are abundant, but trout, reds, jacks, ladyfish, and snapper will also be caught at night. Live shrimp works very well free lined in the current with little or no weight. A 24” piece of 25 lb flourocarbon leader and a 1/0 live bait hook is the basic rig. Lures will also catch fish, but can be difficult to cast at night. Fly fisherman will score with a small white snook fly such as the Grassett’s Snook Minnow tied on a #4 hook. Tarpon will still be plentiful in the Gulf of Mexico, although the anglers will not be. The large schools will have broken up, and although the fish don’t show as well, they eat better. Pinfish and crabs drifted out 6 feet under a cork at first light will catch tarpon in July. Point of Rocks on Siesta Key is a proven spot to fish.

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• 3. Chinese lanterns are not legal. and SAS, some chicks will survive and fledge. Nesting • 4. Sparklers are legal but you cannot throw or ‘launch’ season occurs between March and August for these and them. other beach nesting birds of concern. Least Terns and • 5. No Fireworks are permitted in any County Park, Snowy Plovers are both imperiled species of concern. including Turtle Beach Campground and the Beach park Volunteers are especially needed once chicks hatch. open sandy area. Please call 941- 364-4880 (SKA) or (941) 364-9212 (SAS), • 6. Some conservation land and wildlife are at risk from to be part of the Beach Nesting Bird Program. debris or potential fire hazard from fireworks on the open We wish you a happy and safe July 4th holiday and beach or grass dune areas (imperiled nesting birds are summer vacation. Our next meeting will be held August protected from disturbance in season until September) 1, 4:30P at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, room F. • 7. You may be fined up to $1000 for illegal use of With its focus on maintaining and enhancing the fireworks. quality of life on the Key, the Siesta Key Association’s On another safety issue, Chief Reed shared information representation of island resident interests ultimately about the “File for Life”program. Using a red magnetic benefits everyone who spends time on Siesta Key. SKA’s pocket, critical medical information can be inserted website is www.siestakeyassociation.com. “Like” us on and referenced by Emergency Medical Responders. Facebook! These magnetic pockets can be attached inside your refrigerator ARE YOU FEELING STUCK WITH CITIZEN’S INSURANCE? or kept inside your car’s glove compartment. These kits can be obtained at: 6750 Bee Ridge Road • Homeowners or call 941-861-2290 for more • Condo information. • Personal Liability & Umbrella Coverage For those interested in ‘more • Auto, Motorcycle & Boat hidden’ Siesta Key, we invite you to share the beach with two species Contact us today for a FREE of imperiled beach nesting birds. personalized quote! Snowy Plovers and Least Terns are now in full nesting mode. Despite early nesting losses, with shared efforts of Sarasota County Parks and Recreation staff, Natural 941-209-1919 resources, FWC, Sheriff’s Officers, www.IOFLA.com and dedicated Volunteers from SKA

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Siesta Key Drum Circle Siesta Beach has become the home to what is considered one of the largest drum circles in the nation. This is not a commercial event but local phenomenon that began spontaneously and now has a life of its own. If you’re visiting the area, or live nearby be sure to check this one out. There are loads of drummers, belly dancers, and hoppers plus lots of families, beach going onlookers, & curious tourists, especially during the tourist season when the crowds can swell into the thousands. Bring a blanket or chair, most everyone does. It happens every Sunday starting a couple of hours before sunset, and ends around 10 PM. This gathering meets up just south of the main pavilion between lifeguard stands 3 and 4 on Siesta Public Beach. Just follow your ears. This is true community - free-form drumming, open to the public and entirely improvised in-the-moment. Instruments center around drums and percussion, but may include other instruments such as flutes, didgeridoos, and other non-percussion instruments. Participation is voluntary and includes singing or chanting, dancing, relaxing, and listening. It’s always a good time with solid musicality, dancing, and a great vibe. Admission is free. The Siesta Key Beach address is: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, Florida 34242. For more info visit the Facebook group named “Siesta Key Drum Circle” just search for them.

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|Rated #1 Beach In America by Dr. Beach... Siesta Public Beach, located inside Crescent Beach, is renowned for its truly breathtaking sunsets, easy-going waves, and gorgeous crystal white sand. The sand is 99% pure quartz, soft and cool to the touch. Among the many awards it has earned are the “Whitest, Finest Beach Sand in the World” (The Great International White Sand challenge, 1987), “The Best Sand Beach in America” (The Travel Channel, 2004), for 2011, it was rated #1 beach in the 21st annual Top 10 Beach List, produced by coastal expert Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, Director of Florida Inter-national University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research, and for 2013, Trip Advisor’s 2013 Traveler’s Choice Top 25 Beaches in the US, Siesta Key Public Beach ranked #2. Walking along, or swimming and playing in the Gulf of Mexico or merely basking in the tropical sun is enough fun for many folks, but others are drawn by Siesta Beach’s many amenities, which include tennis and vollyball courts, shaded playground and picnic/barbecue areas and convienent concession stands. Shallow water near shorline and year-round lifeguard protection make it a great family beach. Beach wheelchairs can be borrowed to help special needs visitors cross the sand. There’s always something for everyone to do at Siesta Beach. It’s island location is within easy walking distance to many of the village shops and restaurants located in the Siesta Village. Crescent Beach actually begins between beach access #2 & #3 and extends to beach access #13 with the southern part relatively secluded and quiet, as it has only one public access road. Beach Flags: Indicate surf & beach conditions

Located just south of Siesta Beach, the scene here tends to be more peaceful and private. At the southern tip of this beach is Point of Rocks - a lovely snorkeling and diving area that is rich with coral rock formations as well as colorful and abundant marine life. Crescent Beach visitors staying in nearby resorts, rentals and beach clubs rave (but only to their closest friends) about Siesta Key’s best “non-private private” beach. Turtle Beach is at the southern tip of Siesta Key, and affords a sportier, “family play” beach experience. The beach has picnic areas, a playground, a vollyball court and horseshoe pit. There’s also a boat launch, and fishing is permitted in the adjacent Blind Pass Lagoon. There are restaurants nearby, with shopping and a few local night spots just a short drive away. Turtle Beach is a narrow beach, with a somewhat steeper incline. The sand on the beach tends to carry more shells, making it perfect for beach combers and shell collectors. Many find petrified sharks’ teeth to take home and treasure, especially after a storm.

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If you find yourself in trouble: 1-Remain calm 2-Call for help 3-Follow the instructions of rescuer If you are being swept out tosea in a rip current: 1-Remain calm 2-Swim parallel to shore 3-Once out of current, swim to shore at an angle, not straight in Please remember: • No glass permitted on beaches • Always respect others & their privacy • Never damage vegetation or take live shells

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|Pet Friendly Beaches... Although dogs are not allowed on any of the beaches on Siesta Key, there are a few places you can take your furry pal within a short distance from the island. Brohard Paw Beach, 1600 Harbor Drive, Venice, FL 34285. Hours: 24 hours per day, 365 days per year (parking closed from 12 AM – 6 AM); dogs allowed on the designated portion of beach from 7 AM to dusk only Paw Park is one of the few places along the beach where dogs are allowed. The park features an enclosed run for big dogs and one for small dogs, as well as an open beach area where dogs can swim. This park, across from Venice’s airport, is where you and your “best friend” can play in the gulf and socialize with other dogs, offering doggie drinking fountains; showers on decks for “dogs only”, fire hydrants and leash posts, dog lovers have declared this park… and beach… to be the best doggie park in the state! Shaded by towering oaks, small dogs will enjoy their fenced in arena while the big boys can frolic in the larger pen. Double gates access both parks and the beach. A paved walkway leads directly to the beach where your best friend will delight in this 300’ section of sand and water.

Note: Summer months may force you to carry your furry friend as the sand can be hot under paw. Doggie waste bags and receptacles are provided and strategically placed around the park. Human comforts include drinking fountains, picnic tables and restrooms. Parking is very limited although off road parking is across the street. Bird Key Park is located on Bird Key, Florida, at the foot of the Ringling Causeway Bridge, which leads to Sarasota. This small stretch of beach along Sarasota Bay is a well-known spot for dog lovers. You and your dog can swim together while enjoying stunning views of the blue-green water. The park is open from 6 a.m. until 12 a.m. year-round, and admission is free. (Source: eHow) Ken Thompson Park, a small beach on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is a hidden treasure near the Mote Marine Aquarium on Sarasota Bay. Here you will also find the New Pass Fishing Pier, which winds through the mangroves. You and your pet can stroll along the pier or relax in the sun while watching the kayakers launch their boats. The beach is open from 5 a.m. until 11 a.m. and admission is free. (Source: eHow)

|What’s SUP?... Imagine finding a fun way to get a great core workout into your vacation or spare time. Something that improves your balance and coordination, builds strength and endurance, is no-impact and works for all ages - all while enjoying the Florida waterways. The sport I am referring to is called Standup Paddleboard or SUP. This emerging sport has been consistently gaining momentum and popularity with young and old alike as celebrities are spotted sampling it and athletes use it to workout. It is the fastest growing water sport in this country, according to the Outdoor Industry Association, and will change your vantage point and your idea of a workout. This craze draws its roots from Hawaii when surf instructors wanted a way to be alongside their students during instruction. Necessity being the mother of invention, they found that by standing on surfboards and using outrigger paddles, they could stay next to their students while continuing to instruct. It caught on and progressed as an alternative way for surfers to train while the surf was down. Now, it is the surf sport that needs no ocean and can be done on virtually any body of water. You, the paddler, are the fuel, controlling the speed and intensity of the experience, from recreational cruising to aerobic athletic training. Good, green fun, along with a stealthy total body workout that even allows people to maintain a conversation. “Most people come back to the dock surprised that they have worked up a sweat while having so much fun” allows Mary Hoff, owner of Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures. Just about anyone can participate, including children and pets. It is a sport that allows all water enthusiasts more opportunities to be on the water. Standing is a welcome alternative for kayakers and canoeists allowing one to see both deeper and farther. Paddling is recommended by physical therapists and physicians for strength training and to improve balance. It also offers social, psychological, and spiritual benefits. Walking on water has never been easier!

Places of Worship Siesta Key Presbyterian Chapel (See Siesta Key street map for location) 4615 Gleason Ave., Siesta Key 941.349.1166 St. Michael Catholic Church (See Siesta Key street map for location) 5394 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key 941.349.4174 St. Boniface Episcopal Church (See Siesta Key street map for location) 5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Siesta Key 941.349.5616 Temple Sinai, a Reform Congregation (The closest Jewish congregation to the key for visitors) 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota | 941.924.1802 templesinai-sarasota.org Church on the Beach Held every Sunday at 10:00am by the picnic area of Turtle Beach Park.

The following businesses offer paddleboard rentals and provide instructions on the basics with each rental: Robin Hood Rentals, 5129 Ocean Blvd. Located in the Village, 941-554-4242 (D#11 on Village map) Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures, 1518 Stickney Point Rd. Located over the South Bridge in the Boatyard Village, 941-379-4222 (A-5, #12 on Crescent Beach map) Siesta Key Bike & Kayak, 1224 Old Stickney Point Rd. Located in Capt. Curt’s Village by Crescent Beach 941-346-0891 (B-3, #8 on Crescent Beach map) Siesta Sports Rentals, 6551 Midnight Pass Rd. Located in the Southbridge Mall by Crescent Beach, 941-346-1797 (C-3, #14 on Crescent Beach map)

|Important Phone Numbers... Emergency (General)............................................................................................................................................ 911 Fishing & Hunting Licenses................................................................................................................ 941.362.9888 Marriage License Bureau..................................................................................................................... 941.362.4066 Public Library - Gulf Gate Branch...................................................................................................... 941.316.1213 Sarasota/Bradenton Intl. Airport....................................................................................................... 941.359.2770 Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT)............................................................................................... 941.316.1234 Sarasota County Information Call Center.................................................................. 941.861.5000 / scgov.net Sarasota County Sheriff Office - Siesta Key Office........................................................................... 941.349.2900 Sarasota Doctors Hospital.................................................................................................................... 941.342.1100 Sarasota Memorial Hospital/Health Care System........................................................................... 941.917.7760 Siesta Shuttle Transportation........................................................................................................... 1.888.536.0030 Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce.......................................................941.349.3800 / siestakeychamber.com

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4BIG CAT HABITAT & GULF COAST SANCTUARY bigcathabitat.org | 941.371.6377 | 7101 Palmer Blvd. (east of I-75), Sarasota 4CHILDREN’S GARDEN www.sarasotachildrensgarden.com | 941.330.1711 | 1670 10th Way, Sarasota 4CROWLEY MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER crowleymuseumnaturectr.org | 941.322.1000 | 16405 Myakka Road, Sarasota 4HISTORIC SPANISH POINT www.historicspanishpoint.org | 941.966.5214 | 337 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey 4LEGACY TRAIL www.legacytrailfriends.org | 941.861.7245 4MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS3 www.selby.org | 941.366.5731, ex. 236 | 811 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota

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4MOTE AQUARIUM www.mote.org | 941.388.4441 | 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota 4MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK www.myakkariver.org | 941.361.6511 | 13208 S.R.72 (9 miles east of I-75) 4OLD MYAKKA PRESERVE 941.861.5000 | 251 Myakka Rd | (eastern end of Fruitville Rd) Sarasota 4OSCAR SCHERER PARK www.floridastateparks.org | 941.483.5956 | 1843 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 4PHILLIPPI ESTATE PARK www.scgov.net | 941.316.1309 | 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 4RINGLING CIRCUS MUSEUM www.ringling.org | 941.359.5700 | 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota 4S. FLORIDA MUSEUM, BISHOP PLANETARIUM & AQUARIUM www.southfloridamuseum.org | 941.746.4131 201 10th St., W. Bradenton 4SARASOTA CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM sarasotacarmuseum.org | 941.355.6228 | 5500 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 4SELBY GALLERY ringling.edu/selbygallery | 941.359.7563 | 2700 n. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 4WARM MINERAL SPRINGS warmmineralsprings.com | 941.426.1692 | 12200 San Servando Ave, North Port

G-WIZ HANDS ON MUSEUM3 www.gwiz.org | 941.309.4949 1001 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota

Annual & Seasonal Rentals Available Unit 109 Sea Shell Condominium, Siesta Key FL 2 Beds, 2 Baths, Pool. Sea Shell Condominium is located directly on the beach and has many amenities and features to make any Siesta Key vacation very enjoyable.

Robasota Real Estate (Roberti Companies)

5379 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 •P: 941-926-1800 www.robasotarealestate.com

ext. 102

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|Crescent Beach Featured Shops |Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures

|Siesta Key Bike & Kayak, LLC

www.siestakeybikeandkayak.com 1224 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.346.0891 Siesta Key Bike and Kayak, located on Siesta Key is family owned and operated serving Siesta Key, Lido Beach, Turtle Beach, Crescent Beach, Sarasota and the surrounding areas. We offer a variety of energizing and relaxing things to do while you visit this beautiful scenic area. We offer quality equipment and a friendly reliable expert staff so that you can get the most from your vacation... GUARANTEED.

1518 Stickney Point Rd., In the Boatyard Village | 941-379-4222 www.SarasotaWindAndWater.com We are located in the Boatyard Village, right off the south Siesta Key Bridge. Our shop offers kiteboarding lessons, paddle board lessons, sunset boat cruises, tubing, water skiing, fishing charters and other water sports. Our mission is simple: provide the best products and service to our customers at the lowest prices possible. We take great pride in our company, our commitment to customer service and in the products we sell. We always try to meet or beat any reasonable quote. Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., |Anna’s Restaurant & Deli 6535 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 Sunday by appointment. 941-349-4888 | www.surfersandwich.com Anna’s Deli has been serving their Famous |The Green Turtle Souvenir Specialty Sandwiches, featuring the highest & Gift Store quality meats, cheeses, and toppings as well as 6525 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242 fresh, daily prepared salads, since 1971. They 941.349.4751 invite you to come in and experience why Siesta Key’s most friendly & unique shopping Anna’s continues to be a Siesta Key tradition spot! You’ll find gifts, souvenirs, beach fashions, for over 41 years!! Hours: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm beach supplies, beach cover-ups, ladies & junior Daily. fashions, plus a super men’s line! Siesta Key’s largest seashell & coral selection!

|Big Water Fish Market

|The Orange Octopus

1220 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.346.8080 Home of the orange squeeze! Featuring handmixed ice cream, coffees, shakes, malts, sundaes, smoothies, candles and fudge. Ask us about our ice cream parties! Located behind Captain Curt’s Restaurant on the corner of Midnight Pass & Old Stickney Point Road. Open daily until 9:30pm.

|Miguel’s Restaurant

6631 Midnight Pass Rd, Crescent Plaza 941.349.4024 | www.miguelsrestaurant.net Miguel’s is a family owned restaurant that specializes in French and Continental cuisine. Serving Siesta Key since 1983, they offer a wide selection of appetizers, a Caesar salad for two, perfectly prepared at your table and include fresh gulf seafood, choicest cuts of filet mignon, delicious poultry and veal dishes among their entrees. Finish the night off with decadent desserts including banana fosters, cherries jubilee and traditional creme caramel. Miguel’s also has an extensive wine selection and a full bar.

6641 Midnight Pass Rd., Crescent Plaza 941.554.8101 Offers fresh-from-the-docks seafood along with a variety of complementing sides. They also offer a catering service with selections such as clam bakes, oyster roasts and beach picnic baskets. Come in and choose your own fresh catch or try one of their lunch specials where everything is always good and always fresh.

|Siesta Sports Rentals

www.siestasportsrentals.com 6551 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key, FL 941-346-1797 | Fax: 941-346-1954 Located on beautiful Siesta Key Island providing you with hours of fun, whether vacationing or living in Florida, we offer you the opportunity to see Sarasota and Siesta Key, Florida the way it was meant to be seen. Just steps from Crescent Beach, we provide friendly, quality service at affordable prices. Delivery and pick up available. Mention you found our web site and we will give a discount off your next rental. Stop by and say hello.

|Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar

www.captaincurts.com 1200 Old Stickney Point Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.349.3885 | brad@captaincurts.com A family seafood restaurant. Fish, seafood, prime rib, baby back ribs, baskets, sandwiches, salads & children’s menu. Full bar. Happy hour 4-6pm featuring The Back Room Saloon & Sports Bar. Live entertainment. Daily lunch & dinner specials. Gift Shop. Open 7 days a week.

|CB’s Saltwater Outrigger

1249 Stickney Point Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-349-4400 / www.cbsoutfitters.com CB’s Saltwater Outfitters offers runabouts, deck boats, pontoon craft and center console boats for rent. A complete bait and tackle store, CB’s offers full lines of high quality gear. It’s experienced staff can help you plan an island boat tour or arrange an outing with experienced guides for offshore and inshore fishing. CB’s is also an Orvis-endorsed flyfishing outfitter.

|Siesta 4-Rent

www.siesta4rent.com 6555 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941.349.5500 | 877.482.5550 rentals@siesta4rent.com We offer Studios – 5 BR condos and Homes here on beautiful Siesta Key Beach. All units fully equipped, most directly on the beach or beach access. Pets welcome at some. Call or check website for rates. 1 week minimum required.

|Crescent Beach Grocery

1211 Old Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL Owners: Nancy Connelly & Bill Singleton 941.312.0472 The Crescent Beach Grocery is Siesta Key’s premier full-service grocery store. Carrying an extremely wide range of groceries, sundries, beer, wine, delicatessen items and fresh-cut meat – as well as practically anything else you can think of – the grocery caters to the needs of both residents and visitors on Siesta Key. The store is particularly well-known for providing good value, personal service and a warm, friendly environment.

“Early” Diners 4-Course Dinner Daily 5:00 - 6:30 PM

13 Entrees To Choose From!

6631 Midnight Pass Road

CRESCENT PLAZA

(1/4 Mile South of Stickney Point Road

Open 7 Days A Week 5 PM ‘til Close

All include appetizer, salad, dessert and beverage

Starting at $15.95

Entree selections include: • Chicken, Veal and Seafood Specialties • Filet Mignon • Lamb Chops • Salmon • Roast Duck • Tenders of Pork

4.50 COCKTAILS Daily 5-6 PM (Well Liquor Only)

For Reservations Call 941-349-4024 www.miguelsrestaurant.net

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ATM & Banks Bank of America............................ A-3 #3 Bars & Nightclubs Capt. Curt’s Backroom Saloon....B-3 #7 Crescent Club............................... C-3 #13 Sniki Tiki........................................B-3 #8 Delis & Sandwiches Anna’s Sandwiches.................... C-3 #14 The Beach Deli @ Crescent Beach Grocery........................................... A-3 #1 DRUG STORES Davidson’s Drugs......................... C-3 #14 Fashion & Accessories CB’s Saltwater Outfitters............ A-3 #4 Coconuts Fashion.........B-3 #1 & B-3 #8 Green Turtle Swimwear............. C-3 #14 Key Casual Fashions................... D-4 #17 Things You Like.......................... C-3 #14 Gifts & Souvenirs Capt. Curt’s Souvenirs.................B-3 #8 Green Turtle Shells & Gifts..... C-3 #14 The Silversmith .......................... D-4 #17 Silver City Jewelry...................... C-3 #14 Health & Beauty Lorraine’s Beauty & Barber.........B-3 #8 Salon Siesta................................... D-4 #17 Siesta Key Salon & Spa............... C-3 #14 The Key Spa & Salon.................. A-5 #12 Ice Cream & Treats Orange Octopus ...........................B-3 #8 INTERNET / WiFi SERVICES Davidson’s Drugs........................ C-3 #14 Mail Pack Center......................... C-3 #14 Liquor Stores Crescent Beach Grocery.............. A-3 #1 Crescent Club................................B-3 #13 Siesta Spirits................................. C-4 #17 Mailing & Shipping Mail Pack Center......................... C-3 #14 US Post Office Sub Station......... C-3 #14 Markets 7-11 Store...................................... C-3 #16 Big Water Fish Market................ C-4 #17 Crescent Beach Grocery..............B-3 #1 Miscellaneous Moving & Storage........................B-3 #10 Flowers by Fudgie....................... D-3 #17 Real Estate / RENTALS Beckmann Realty............................B-3 #8 Homes & Condo Rentals............ D-3 #17 Moynihan Realty......................... D-3 #17 Re/Max Tropical Sands................B-3 #1 Siesta 4-Rent................................ C-3 #14 Restaurants Boatyard Waterfront Bar & Grill....A-5 #12 Capt. Curts Crab & Oyster Bar.... B-3 #7

City Pizza Italian Restaurant..... D-3 #17 Clayton’s Siesta Grille...................B-3 #9 Javier’s Restaurant...................... C-3 #17 Miguel’s Restaurant................... C-3 #17

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A to Z Beach & Bike Rentals...... A-5 #12 CB’s Saltwater Outfitters............ A-3 #4 Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures... ......................................................... A-5 #12 Siesta Key Bike & Kayak . ..........B-3 #8 Siesta Key Jetski (inside CB’s)..... A-3 #4 Siesta Key Marina......................... A-4 #5 Siesta Key Parasailing................... A-4 #5 Siesta Key Watersports............... A-5 #12 Siesta Paddle Sports.................... D-4 #17 Siesta Sports Rentals................. C-3 #14 Waves Boat & Social Club.......... A-5 #12

Hand-Mixed Ice Cream • Cones • Shakes • Malts • Sundaes • Smoothies • Coffee & Bagels Map B-3#8

Home of the Orange Squeeze!

In Season Hours 8AM-9:30PM

941 346 8080 •

THE GREEN TURTLE SHELL & GIFT CITY

1220 Old Stickney Point Road Siesta Key • Behind Captain Curt’s Restaurant Corner of Midnight Pass & Old Stickney Point Road

Siesta Key’s Most Friendly & Unique Shopping Spot! SOUTHBRIDGE MALL

CRESCENT BEACH

19.95 Reg. To $49.00

SIESTA KEY

Siesta Key’s Largest Seashell & Coral Selection!

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AccomModations Siesta Beach Resort ........................Map-A #38A ART GALLERY / STUDIO Calle Studios.........................................Map-B #32 ATM / BANKS ATM...................................................... Map-C #53 PNC ATM............................................. Map-C #61 Martin Funding......................................Map-E #1 Sun Trust Bank & ATM.........................Map-E #4 Bakery & Deli A Taste of Germany............................Map-C #53 Heavenly Cupcakes.............................Map-B #50 Village Eats........................................... Map-C #24 BARS & NIGHTCLUBS Blase Café.............................................Map-A #38 Blu Que Island Grill............................ Map-C #57 Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar................Map-B #42-43 Gilligan’s...............................................Map-B #33 Old Salty Dog ........................................Map-E #2 Siesta Key Oyster Bar........................ Map-B #45 The Beach Club....................................Map-D #22 The Cottage.......................................... Map-C #58 The Hub-Baja Grill..............................Map-D #59 BOOK STORES Used Book Heaven...............................Map-B #48 COFFEE SHOPS Lelu’s Coffee Lounge...........................Map-B #31 The Local Bean................................... Map-D #62 DRUG & HARDWARE Davidson’s Drugs................................Map-D #65 Village Hardware................................ Map-C #26

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Siesta Key Fitness..............................Map-B #73 Studio Rubylakes................................ Map-B #49 ICE CREAM/treats Big Olaf Creamery..............................Map-C #52 Gelato Cafe...........................................Map-C #50 SubZero Ice Cream Yogurt............... Map-D #16 Sunni Bunni Frozen Yogurt...............Map-C #53 INTERNET / WiFi SERVICES Davidson Drugs................................. Map-D #65 Internet Cafe......................................... Map-D #9 Lelu Coffee Lounge............................. Map-B #31 The Local Bean...................................Map-D #62 JEWELRY Created Gems......................................Map-C #51 Michael & Co. Jewelers...................... Map-B #29 Mount -N- Repair Jewelers..............Map-B #48 LIQUOR STORES / Fine Wines Gabbiano’s Wine Club....................... Map-D #70 Gilligan’s.............................................. Map-B #33 Siesta Key Wines............................... Map-C #61 The Beach Club................................... Map-D #22 MAILING - SHIPPING UPS store............................................. Map-A #41

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US Post Office..................................... Map-D #65 MARKETS/FOOD STORES 7-11 Store.............................................. Map-B #46 Circle K Store......................................... Map-E #6 Siesta Market........................................Map-C #25 MASSAGE Hands of Light Massage.................... Map-B #35 Massage Experience Siesta Key......Map-D #62 Siesta Key Massage Ctr....................... Map-D #9 MEDICAL - DENTAL Dr. Barry LaClair MD.........................Map-C #56 E.K. Koster DMD................................ Map-D #63 Karen F. Leggett, D.O.........................Map-C #56 Siesta Key Physical Therapy............. Map-D #20 Siesta Smiles Dentistry....................... Map-B #49 MISCELLANEOUS Chamber of Commerce..................... Map-D #66 Ocean Club......................................... Map-A #37 Roberti Enterprises............................ Map-A #39 Sheriff’s Office...................................... Map-D #9 Solorzano Smoke Shop.......................Map-C #50 Sun Glass Outlet & Henna.............. Map-C #24 PROFESSIONAL SERVICEs CG Designs.......................................... Map-E #74 Edward Jones Investments............... Map-D #68 Smith Architects.................................. Map-E #74 REAL ESTATE / Rental SERVICES Ascendia Real Estate.......................... Map-D #11 Beachside Resorts Rental.................. Map-D #11 Charles Rutenburg Realty............... Map-C #53 Coldwell Banker Realty..................... Map-D #20 Horizon Realty.................................... Map-B #34 Island Homes.......................................Map-C #51 Key Realty.............................................. Map-E #5 Michael Saunders Realty..................Map-E #72 Re/Max Alliance Group...................Map-D #60 ReMax Tropical Sands....................... Map-D #67 Robasota Rentals & Real Estate..... Map-A #39 Siesta Key Realty.................................. Map-D #9 Waterside Realty.................................Map-C #29 RESTAURANTS Beach Bites..........................................Map-D #16 Bella Roma Italian Rest....................... Map-B #30 Blase Café............................................ Map-A #38 Blu Que Island Grill............................Map-C #57 Bonjour French Cafe...........................Map-C #47 Broken Egg................................ Map-C #54 & 55 Café Gabbiano.................................... Map-D #71 Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar............... Map-B #42-43 Eat Here Restaurant.....................Map-D #17/18 Flavio’s Brick Oven & Bar.................. Map-B #29 Gilligan’s Island Bar & Grill.............. Map-B #33 The Hub - Baja Grill........................... Map-D #59 Jo To’s Japanese Restaurant...............Map-C #47 LeLu’s Coffee Bar................................ Map-B #31 Lobster Pot.......................................... Map-C #23 Napoli’s Italian Restaurant................ Map-B #44 Old Salty Dog Rest. & Pub................... Map-E #2 Señor Siesta......................................... Map-D #69 Siesta Key Oyster Bar........................Map-B #45 Solorzano Bros. Pizzeria.................... Map-D #15 Subway Sandwiches........................... Map-B #30 Sun Garden Café................................ Map-D #19 The Cottage..........................................Map-C #58 Village Café........................................Map-D #14 SPAS - HAIR & BEAUTY Nails By Iris..........................................Map-C #50 Salon Capelli......................................... Map-D #9 Sassy Hair Salon................................ Map-A #40 Siesta Key Nails...................................Map-D #9 Village Barber....................................... Map-D #9 SPORTS INTEREST/Rentals CaliFlorida............................................ Map-B #32 Robin Hood Rentals.........................Map-D #34 Siesta Village Outfitters......................Map-C #53

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• segway rentals • PaDDleBOarDs • scOOter cars • kayak tOurs/rentals • Bikes • scOOters • Beach gear 5255 Ocean Blvd • Siesta Key Village www.robinhoodrentals.net

941-554-4242

A Taste of Germany Map C #53 German Breads • Cakes Deli Sandwiches and Coffees

Breakfast and Lunch

“More than a Bakery” 5204 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL • 941-346-1800

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FASHION & ACCESSORIES Aqua Beachwear................................ Map-D #12 Beach Bazaar...................................... Map-C #28 Beach Bazaar’s Swin Shack............. Map-C #28 Blvd. Beachwear.................................. Map-B #30 Comfort Shoes-Birki & More.........Map-D #64 Foxy Lady Fashions........................... Map-A #40 Island Cotton Company.....................Map-C #29 Le Grand Bisou Chic Boutique.......Map-D #11 Siesta T’s............................................... Map-B #30 GAS STATION Circle K Store......................................... Map-E #6 GIFTS & SOUVENIRS Beach Bazaar...................................... Map-C #28 Created Gems......................................Map-C #51 Hurricane Rita’s Gifts.........................Map-C #51 Mount-N-Repair.................................Map-B #48 Sea Pleasures & Treasures...................Map-C #2 Siesta Key Bead Shack....................... Map-A #36 Siesta Key’psakes................................ Map-B #29 Siesta Key Outfitters.........................Map-D #11 Siesta Key University....................... Map-A #36 HEALTH & FITNESS Indep. Lifestyle Solutions ................ Map-D #10

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|Discover the Shops of Gulf Gate... Come and explore the wonderful mix of eclectic shops, bars and restaurants that make up Gulf Gate’s Commercial District. These shops are conveniently located behind the Sarasota Pavilion off South Tamiami Trail. You’ll find each business reflects the owner’s pride in showcasing their specialties and that the longevity of these shops is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit that lives on here in Gulf Gate. With our map, located on the previous page, you’ll be able to navigate your way to our featured shops with ease. Oh Mamma Mia! (GG-4) Offers a truly unique dining experience with dinner shows by Chef Giuseppe Urbano. Enjoy the family ambiance as you watch him prepare an authentic Italian regional dish with fresh ingredients just for you. Fine dining, great atmosphere at casual dining prices. Reservations highly recommended. Gulf Gate Golf Course – Conveniently located just a stones throw from the Gulf Gate Shops, this 27 hole Executive Course offers men’s and women’s rental clubs. You can start your day with a round of golf, enjoy a bite to eat at the many wonderful restaurants or simply relax with a pint of ale at the pub before you head out to explore the many fine shops. Moments In Time Photography (G-20) specializes in several different photography services including Siesta Key Beach portraits starting at just $49 and wedding beginning at $495. Check out their website: www.sarasotaphotos. com or visit their store to see why they have been the photographer of choice for over a decade and a half. Piccolos Italian Market & Deli (GG-46) carries a full line of imported cheeses, fresh baked bread daily, homemade sausages, fresh mozzarella, and numerous hard to get items. They now carry Khorasan Wheat which is an ancient and organic grain. Their Deli is complete with huge hot and cold sandwiches, salads, fresh homemade lasagna and baked ziti. And, you cannot leave without trying their cannoli filled with

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their own homemade cannoli cream or the tiramisu or Sfogliatelle from Brooklyn. Here is where you will find great Italian specialty gourmet items without the gourmet price. Tony’s Chicago Beef Company (S-16) is owned and operated by true Chicagoans. Dedicated to deliver Chicago’s best food - Chicago style Hot Dogs wit’ the works... dragged through the garden on poppy seed buns with fresh cut fries, Italian Beef Sandwiches anyway you like, dipped or dry, sweet or hot. All served in true Authentic Chicago Style. Scandinavian Gifts (GG-37) has an extensive selection of gifts and Scandinavian foods. The specialties here include candles, Ekelund table linens, Flensted mobiles, imported glassware, Swedish Klippan textiles and so much more. The baked goods and groceries include imported candies, salty licorice, as well as cheeses, breads, seafood and vegetables from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark. Sarasota Brewing Co. (G-3) Sarasota’s first micro brew pub always has something new to offer. From over 20 seasonal beers that rotate throughout the year, the Brewing Company always has at least five unique brews online as well as several favorites from around the world. Established in 1989, Their menu has been a winner in the Reader’s Choice Awards of the Sarasota Herald Tribune featuring their mouthwatering burgers, Chicago style Pizzas, and Chicago beef sandwiches. With dozens of televisions, it’s a great place to catch a game with friends and family. Zante Gyros (S-56) serves up generous portions of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine as well as American fare. They offer an extensive menu for dinein or take-out with such favorites as the “original” gyros sandwich, lamb souvlaki platters, spanakopita, and tiropita to name a few. Meat-less options are available as well as kid’s meals and party menus. Open Mon. - Sat. from11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Come and put some “OPA” in your life.

HOTTEST BAR IN GULF GATE...

NFL/College Packages FULL BAR

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|Village Featured Shops |The Broken Egg

140 Avenida Messina, Siesta Key, Florida 941.346.2750 | www.thebrokenegg.com The Broken Egg Restaurant, Gift Shop and Gallery has been an island tradition for breakfast and lunch on Siesta Key since 1984. Our scrumptious menu including fabulous egg creations and omelet’s, plate filling pancakes, fresh juices, and homemade bakery selections keep our customers coming back year after year. We serve exquisite breakfasts and lunches from 7:30 to 2:30, 364 days an year.

|Robin Hood Rental

5255 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941.554.4242 | www.robinhoodrentals.net fun@robinhoodrentals.net Robin Hood Rentals is your 1 stop shop for all things fun! Come in and see us today for Segway rentals, kayak tours/rentals, paddle boards, scooters, bikes for the family, tandems, strollers, beach gear and much, much more. Best prices and service guaranteed. Free delivery on Siesta Key.

|Sun Ride Pedicab

Siesta Key, Florida 941.343.3400 |www.sunridepedicab.com Here’s a fun way to get around the island. Our eco-friendly, “Siesta style” pedicab transport service includes a 200-watt integrated stereo system so you can listen to your favorite tunes while being pedaled to your next destination. The pedicab comfortably fits 2-3 adults and we service the Stickney Point, Commerce area, the Public Beach, and Siesta Village. Our hours of operation are 10 am - 2 am, Monday through Sunday. For a fun time, call us at 941-343-3400.

|A Taste of Germany

5204 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 941.346.1800 A taste of Germany was established in 2011 when owner, Tanja Hofman and her family decided to open a German bakery in their favorite vacation spot, Siesta Key, Florida. Tanja, her husband and their son want to share some of the special foods they enjoy back home with their new friends in America. We hope you enjoy this little Taste of Germany on the Key! Guten Appetit!

|Blu Que Island Grill & Bar

149 Avenida Messina, Siesta Key Village 941-346-0738 / www.bluqueislandgrill.com Blu Que Island Grill and Bar offers smoked infused cuisine featuring hardwood grilled favorites cooked low and slow over hickory and apple wood. Serving lunch and dinner with daily specials. Enjoy live music daily from noon to 10pm along with happy hour on Mondays – Fridays from noon to 6pm where appetizers are ½ off at the bar.

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|Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar

5250 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key Village 941-349-8697 | daiquiridecksiestakey.com The Daiquiri Deck on Siesta Key offers a casual atmosphere with friendly wait staff. Cool down with one of their 25 flavored daiquiris or try of their Apalachicola oyster shooters - served six different ways. Their menu includes five varieties of oysters, and the freshest most delectable catches of the day as well as such favorites such as Snapper, Salmon, Grouper, and Tuna. Check their website for a complete menu. Lunch menu differs from dinner menu. Hours: 11:00am till 2:00am 7 days a week, for full service. “After the Beach” happy hour 3-7pm daily.

|Village Café

5133 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key Village 941-349-2822 | www.villagecafeonsiesta.com Since 1995, this family owned and operated restaurant has been a breakfast and lunch favorite for both tourists and locals. Their breakfast menu includes omelets, pancakes, waffles, freshly squeezed juices and homemade bakery selections. If you come in for lunch, try one of their fabulous sandwiches, wraps, salads and finish with some of their homemade baklava. With a cheerful family atmosphere, friendly staff and great food, it has become the place everybody comes back to on Siesta Key! Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

|Lobster Pot

5157 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-349-2323 | sarasotalobsterpot.com Located on Siesta Key in beautiful Sarasota Florida, we bring you the finest tastes of New England. Enjoy a delightful dining experience in our main dining room or our patio. As winners of “Taste of Sarasota,” the New England Tradition of Excellence is still alive and well here in Sarasota at The Lobster Pot. While here we hope you’ll enjoy your “Old Cape Cod” and Florida dining experience!

|Siesta Key Nails

5107 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key Village 941-349-9545 The owners of Siesta Key Nails have been providing visitors and residents of the island with professional and courteous nail care for over 15 years. They offer oriental technique and high quality products, servicing both ladies and gentlemen. They offer manicures for $15 and pedicures for $25, and specialize in Shellac Gelcolor. Walk-ins welcome.

|Massage Experience Siesta Key

5138A Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key Village 941.349.4833 www.MassageExperienceSK.com Massage Experience Siesta Key, located in the Davidson Drug Plaza of Siesta Key Village is the perfect place to enjoy a therapeutic massage, facial treatment or mini day spa package. Their unique |Siesta Key Outfitters treatment rooms have sunny garden 5121 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 atriums where you can relax and hear the 941.349.3490 birds sing while you are pampered by an www.siestakeyoutfitters@verizon.net experienced Licensed Massage Therapist. “The biggest little store in the village!” Make your own Siesta Key sand art Hours: Monday - Saturday: 9AM - 6PM. souvenir. We have it all: mens, ladies & kids Other hours by appointment. clothing, towels, beach chairs, jewelry, and unique souvenirs. We are the only place in |Eat Here Restaurant town to make your own customized Siesta 240 Avenida Madera, Siesta Key Village Key shirt! Our skilled artists create beautiful 941-346-7800 / www.eatheresiestakey.com airbrush tatoos and adorable face painting. Eat Here celebrates chef-crafted, Gulf-coast Come in and get a free sand dollar with your cookery featuring presentations of local purchase. We are located just a few doors farm products, fresh, locally-caught seafood North of The Village Cafe in the Siesta Key and inspired pizza and tacos. The Eat Here Village. bar serves traditional and creative cocktails, crafted beers and wines from primarily family-owned vineyards. Hours: from |Siesta Key Wines 5:30pm nightly. 5138C Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key Village 941-552-9105 / www.siestakeywines.com Siesta Key Wines specializes in unique |Beach Bites Domestic, Florida Wines and “Hard to 217 Avenida Madera, Siesta Key Village 941-706-3421 / www.beachbitessiesta.com Find” imported wines. Stop by and visit their specialty tasting The bright colors, cotton candy and sno-cone bar and gift shop where you can always machines at Beach Bites, gives you the feel “Try before you buy!” at their daily wine of what a fun Jersey Shore sandwich shop is tastings. You will find wine gifts with a like. Offered here are specialty sandwiches tropical flair, gourmet gifts and baskets, or a build-your-own sandwich option using local and imported wines, and local art. Boars Head products. Soups, salads and Hours: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 am - nachos round the menu. For a unique twist 7:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 on flavors, try their wine smoothies and beer sno-cones. Hours: 11am – 6pm daily. pm, (Seasonal) Sundays Noon - 5:00 pm.

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|The Local Bean, A Coffee House

5138 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key Village 941-870-2671 | thelocalbeansiesta.com A comfortable and relaxed living room type venue for sipping your favorite java and teas. Original, locally grown live music is played on Thursday evenings. Local art, photography and crafts are also featured, as well as free Wi-Fi and a nice place to read, chat with your friends, or just chill Siesta Style. Be sure to try their signature drink, the Beanaccino along with a freshly baked dessert.

|Comfort Shoes

5128 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key Village 941-346-7425 | rickscomfortshoes.com Comfort Shoes has been providing locals and visitors with quality and comfort for more than 30 years. Birkenstock is their core line but they also offer several new lines of comfort footwear such as Merrell, NAOT,Teva and more. They can special order any footwear in the brands they carry in their store.

|Siesta Key University

5263 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key Village 941-487-8323 | SiestaKeyUniversity.com Siesta Key University (SKU) isn’t your typical “school.” Tuition fees, admissions essays and required reading lists…forget about them! SKU is a “school of thought,” a new retail business offering universitythemed apparel and gifts for all ages. Sun + Fun x Love – Homework = Siesta Key University. Hours: 10-7, seven days a week.

|Siesta Key Free Ride

941- 952-8294 | SiestaKeyFreeRide.com Siesta Key Free Ride provides free, tips only, rides in their breezy, open-air electric vehicles on Siesta Key. Siesta Key resident and owner, Jerry, enjoys having the opportunity to serve our local residents and visitors alike, to welcome you to our beautiful Siesta Key Island, and to offer free, no-hassle, enjoyable rides to your island destination. For fast pick-up and delivery service, give Jerry a call.

|Sassy Hair Salon

209 Beach Rd., Siesta Key Village 941-349-6525 | www.sassyhair.com Sassy Hair Salon offers more than just hair-cuts and perms. In addition to skin care, nails and massages, they specialize in bridal packages to make sure you look and feel your best for your special day. Sassy prides itself on being a top salon in the Sarasota area. Through constant staff education and attention they pay to their client’s wishes, Sassy is constantly building the name and becoming synonymous with style and professionalism.

|Beach Bazaar On Siesta Key... Beach Bazaar 5211 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-346-2995

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Beach Bazaar is the souvenir, surf and swim gear store that specializes in men’s and women’s fashions for the beach. They’re the fourth largest retailer of Reef TM sandals and Zap TM skin-boards in the United States and carry a wide range of hot brands like Body Glove TM, L*Space TM swimwear and more. Pictured is the L*Space TM and Body Glove TM swimwear. Both lines offer mix-and-match options for a customized fit and style. Check out their wide selection for that perfect look. Conveniently located in the village. (C-28, on the village map)

|Siesta Key Outfitters... 5121 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key Village. Owner: James Ritter Siesta Key Outfitters is the only place in the Village to make your own customized Siesta Key shirt on site. They carry mens, ladies and kids clothing along with beach towels, beach chairs, jewelry and

unique souvenirs. You can make your own Siesta Key sand art souvenir. Plus, you’ll get a free sand dollar with your purchase.

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|Coconuts of Siesta Key... Coconuts of Siesta Key 1215 Old Stickney Point Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-346-2954 coconuts-sk.com Bringing fun and colorful clothing to Siesta Key since 1982. Explore more than 3000 sq ft of Fresh Produce Clothing,Vera Bradley, Jams World Hawaii, Crocs Shoes, jewelry,hats, beach bags and a huge selection of cool Siesta Key t-shirts,sweatshirts and souvenirs for the whole family. From infants up to 3x plus sizes,we have you covered. Coconuts features Fresh Produce Clothing which is one of the most original and refreshing casual resort lines. Known and loved by women for lush colors,simply inspired designs and coastal comfort. Stop in and see why locals and visitors return time and time again to Siesta Key’s original locally owned clothing store. Huge selection,exceptional service and great prices. Live Life-Enjoy Color Coconuts is located one block south of Stickney Point Rd( Siesta Key’s South Bridge)-Next to Crescent Beach Grocery (B-3 #1 on the Crescent Beach map).

|Home of the Finest Consignment Boutique Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel has been in the consignment business for over 20 years specializing in the resale of designer and name brand apparel for women. Fifi’s prides itself with providing exceptional service to the local community, and is celebrating being a part of it for over 20 years. At Fifi’s, you’ll find authentic designer handbags, new jewelry & accessories, and brand name consignments – all at bargain prices. Fifi’s is nationally recognized and has been selected Newsleader Best of the Best Consignment shop in 2008, 2009, & 2010.

Visit any or all of the locations listed below. to find pretty clothes at bargain prices. Fifi’s of Sarasota | 941-312-6950 1905 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota FL 34239 Fifi’s of Osprey | 941-451-8298 11 South Tamiami Trail Corner of Bay Street and Tamiami in Osprey Fifi’s of Venice #1 | 941-244-2663 219 Venice Ave. W, Venice FL 34285 Fifi’s of Venice #2 | 941-488-4848 223-A Miami Blvd., Venice FL 34285 Fifi’s of Lakewood Ranch #1 | 941-907-8900 8322 Market Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 Fifi’s of Lakewood Ranch #2 | 941-758-7222 7343 52nd Place, E, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

|Sassy Hair On Siesta Key...

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These hot steamy days play havoc with our hair. Curls popping up-frizzies from brow to nape and general unruliness caused by high humidity. “Keratin Express” Smoothing Treatments are the answer to all your summer hair woes. Keratin Express removes 90% of frizz, condenses wavy hair and cuts drying time in half. This treatment is safe for color treated hair and actually vastly improves the condition of your hair. You’ll love it. Affordable (starting at $75.00) and fast start to finish; 1 hour Keratin Express will keep your hair looking shiny and frizz free from 4-6 weeks . Here comes the Brides! Siesta Key Beach is a mecca for brides all over the country. Our stylists will travel to you or accommodate you in our salon. Airbrush make up is a must for Bridal Parties, as it is guaranteed not to melt or fade for 12 hours. Hair Wraps - Corn Rows - Gem Colored Extensions and yes, Feathers... It’s summer on Siesta Key! Everyone wants to take home with them a bit of island flavor and why not? Bold strands of hot pink and cobalt blue hair extensions are a striking accessory for a night or a month. The island hair wrap are very popular this season. From pale delicate threads to the Rasta colors, wraps can be done in any combination of colors.

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Another added accessory is the nail art. Sassy’s Nail Girls (voted finalists in Sarasota’s Reader’s Choice Awards) are never to be out done when it comes to creativity. We’re not talking about daisy’s and palm trees. This is three dimensional art work, air brushed colors and ombre nails. These designs are inspired by the clothes we wear, the sky at sunset and our beautiful gulf. The Rock Star Glitter is also a best seller here at Sassy. You need sun glasses to look at them; so sparkly!! With all the innovative advances in nails, the polish is completely dry when you leave the salon. Sassy is open 7 days a week for your convenience and our work can be viewed at sassyhair.com. Conveniently located in the Foxy Lady Building, across from Beach Access #5. We welcome you to our world. Sassy Hair: 209 Beach Road, Sarasota, Fl 34242 | 941-349-6525 | Sassyhair.com

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