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12th and East Home
This comprehensive store sells beach-friendly kids gear and women’s designer clothing and accessories, as well as vintage-inspired home décor and a carefully curated selection of antiques and collectibles in an everchanging collection. (09/2011)
5416 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach
941- 778-7373
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The Bishop Planetarium
Explore the universe in this all-digital, 50-foot domed theater that’s outfitted with a 25,000- watt digital surround system. From laser light shows to star talks to virtual voyages, the astronomical entertainment is nothing less than stellar. Let The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket, the most popular children's show ever produced for a planetarium, take your little ones on an adventure through our solar system. (09/2011)
201 10th St W, Bradenton
941-746- 4131
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Gecko’s Grill & Pub
This welcoming sports bar serves up chef-driven pub fare, sports trivia games and boob tubes galore. The spicy Boom-Boom shrimp tacos will keep your mouth sizzling, your mind sharp and your beer tab high. $$ (09/2011)
4310 State Rd 64 E, Bradenton
941-744-2664
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J-Pan
Brazilian-born chef and owner Daniel Dokko offers an inventive take on Japanese fare in a techno-hip ambience. His Under the Sea roll, swimming with octopus, shrimp, crab and conch and topped with scallops and fish roe, is totally over the top but delicious. $$$ (09/2011)
3800 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota
941-954-5726
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The Casablanca Hookah Lounge
Relax like a pasha on your velvety pillow while enjoying world-beat sounds, belly dancing and a delightfully cooled draft of fruit-infused tobacco from a hookah. This place is alcohol-free, but teas, sodas and light snacks are available. (09/2011)
422 Central Ave; Sarasota
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SHIPWRECK! Pirates & Treasure
Avast, me hearties! Learn about old-time pirates and modern-day sea explorers at this interactive, multimedia exhibit where you can explore long-lost artifacts and gain insight into the recovery efforts of modern seafaring archeologists. The hurricane chamber alone is worth the visit. Through July 31. (08/2011)
At G.WIZ The Science Museum 1001 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota
941- 309-4949
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Bookstore 1
Shelf your e-book readers and get up close and personal with the real thing at this independent shop that’s become a hotspot for poetry readings and author appearances and specializes in books about the visual and performing arts. (08/2011)
1359 Main St, Sarasota
941-365- 7900
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Heart’s Desire
If your heart desires handcrafted jewelry made from semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls and Bali silver, as well as one-of-a-kind fashions and artwork by local designers and artisans, this boutique/ gallery is a must-visit. (08/2011)
1221 12th St W, Village of the Arts, Bradenton
941-302-1069
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Beyond Bling: Voices of Hip-Hop in Art
This exhibition showcases 10 diverse artists who integrate hip-hop and street culture into their works. Together, their work comprises an investigation into what it means to speak with an urban voice in an age of advanced globalization. Through Aug. 14. (08/2011)
At Ringling Museum of Art 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota
941- 359-5700
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Brasserie Belge
This brasserie serves up classic Belgian fare, including mussels a la Leffe, which are steamed in the famed Belgian beer and finished with cream. Other must-tries are the lobster, cheese croquettes and the Belgian meatballs with fries—and save room for the wondrous chocolate mousse. $$$ (08/2011)
1990 Main St, Sarasota
941-706- 1944
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William Hartman Gallery
Sarasota native William Hartman offers affordable time travel with his limited-edition prints of vintage photographs chronicling long-ago Sarasota— from the muddy pioneer days to the 1950s. (04/2011)
48 S Palm Ave, Sarasota
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Ghost-Writer
Collaboration is the sincerest form of flattery—or theft. A writer thinks he dictated his work. His secretary thinks she helped him pen it. Who’s right? This FST production explores the question. April 6 to June 4. (04/2011)
1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota
941-366- 9000
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