SRQ DAILY Apr 18, 2018
Wednesday Philanthropy Edition
"It's just a privilege to go around and share [the film] with people that like film."
The 20th annual Sarasota Film Festival continues throughout the week, moving quickly through extensive programming that crams 90 films and more than 100 shorts—each with multiple screenings—into a breakneck 10 days of cinema glory. And as the 2018 festival hits its halfway point, there’s as much to look forward to as look back on.
YouTube star-turned-bona fide comic celebrity Bo Burnham hit Sarasota yesterday, joining festival guests at the new Art Ovation Hotel for a screening of his directorial debut, Eighth Grade. Following young Kayla as she enters her final week of middle school, the film explores the differences between life offline and online, where invented personas and curated appearances reign supreme. And while Kayla’s YouTube persona may seem cool, confident and fearless, her inner life can sometimes be anything but. Perhaps an odd choice for the directorial debut of a 27-year-old comic, but Burnham has his reasons. “I wanted to talk about the internet,” he explains, “and this seemed the right way to talk about it. All of us act like eighth graders on the internet.”
And while the film did not make its world premiere in Sarasota, Burnham finds he appreciates continuing the festival circuit regardless. “I don’t focus so much on the importance of it, as much as it’s just very enjoyable,” he says. And while he admits that making the circuit undoubtedly helps word of mouth, his motivation remains meeting—or at least seeing—the audience. “It’s just a privilege to go around and share [the film] with people that like film,” he says, and that shared cinema experience should be appreciated. “Because it’s getting rarer and rarer. To get in front of a crowd that likes that is just flattering.”
The Sarasota Film Festival runs through this Sunday, April 22, with films every day, including two closing films on Saturday, April 21: Love Means Zero, a documentary about local living legend Nick Bollettieri, and Above and Beyond: NASA’s Journey to Tomorrow, the latest documentary from friend of the festival Rory Kennedy. Saturday also sees three In Conversation events held at Florida Studio Theatre, bringing actors Steve Guttenberg and Virginia Madsen to the stage at 11am and 1pm, respectively, and Kennedy at 3pm. And this is all before the “Chill Under the Stars” closing party, held in Five Points Park at 6pm that Saturday. Presented in partnership with the ultimate party planners of ChilloungeNight, the event includes outdoor lounging, a Brazilian samba parade, a fashion show, live music and more.
For fans of local talent, tomorrow, the students of Riverview High School’s IB Film Program screen and celebrate their hard work and completed thesis films at the Riverview High School IB Academy Awards, held in the Art Ovation Hotel Ballroom at 7pm.
To view the festival guide and see what films are playing and when, follow the link below. 
Pictured: Bo Burnham (right) with festival fans at a screening of "Eighth Grade." Photo by Wyatt Kostygan.
CareerSource Suncoast has the experience to know that growing your team takes more than just collecting resumes, interviewing and making an offer. The majority of businesses in our region are small- to mid-size and have human resources or recruitment managers who wear many hats day-to-day. This extension of roles makes it even more challenging to build a solid team, especially one that sticks around once you make the initial investment in recruitment and training.
Enter the State of Talent Conference, our region’s only event that brings together human resources and recruitment professionals with business leaders who want to join the community conversation and contribute ideas for strategies to better recruit, train and retain talent on the Suncoast.
In its second year, the State of Talent Conference is expected to grow from 100 to over 200 attendees. Human resources professionals will learn strategies on how to be better talent managers by learning how to recruit, train and retain top-notch talent in our community, and business and community leaders will come together to better understand how to create a culture of talent development through inclusive economic development, career pathways and education.
The State of Talent Conference will be held on May 24 at the Westin Sarasota. To join the conversation and connect with other HR professionals and leaders in Manatee and Sarasota counties, learn more at www.stateoftalent.org
“On top of having an unforgettable experience meeting the speakers, one of the special aspects of the 2018 RCLA Town Hall Scholars Program is that the students who attend a lecture are eligible to apply for an RCLA Town Hall Scholarship,” says Earl Young, Manager of Scholarships and Special Initiatives at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. “Each year, thanks to a partnership with donors Lou and Rosemary Oberndorf, the Community Foundation awards $30,000 in college scholarships to fifteen Town Hall Scholars a year. The competitive scholarship is judged by an essay each student writes about their experience meeting and hearing from the lecturers.”
Since the program began in 2010, more than 900 local high school seniors have had the opportunity to attend the lecture series, and 104 of those have been awarded scholarships.
Katherine Herbert, a Booker High School senior, was recently able to see actress and author Ali Wentworth at the closing lecture of the 2018 series on Monday. “It ended up being so much more than I expected,” says Herbert. “I went in expecting a typical, dry educational session, but the opportunity to meet Ali was such an extremely positive experience and she was so much fun. I felt like I got to learn a
lot.” When prompted about whether she’d compete for the essay scholarship, Herbert says “I got into the Juilliard School. Juilliard is really expensive. I’m definitely looking forward to the essay prompts.”
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is proud to partner with SRQ Media Group to highlight stories about community impact powered by philanthropy in our region, thanks to the support of donors and our local nonprofit partners. The Community Foundation is a public charity founded in 1979 by the Southwest Florida Estate Planning Council as a resource for caring individuals and the causes they support, enabling them to make a charitable impact on the community. For more information, visit www.CFSarasota.org
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The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2018 Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Award finalists, recognizing local member businesses and individuals in various categories. To be eligible, small businesses must be a member of Greater Sarasota Chamber, must operate with 75 employees or less and must be owned/operated under the same leadership for a minimum of three years. Finalists are judged on innovation of product or service, business growth and contributions to the community. In Health & Wellness Organization, finalists include Canada Med Services/Discount Prescription Services, Sarasota Sports Medicine and Elements Massage; for Hospitality and Tourism, Tableseide Restaurant Group – Corporate, The Sarasota-Manatee Originals and Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates; for Non-Profit, Habitat for Humanity Sarasota, Meals on Wheels of Sarasota and Safe Place & Rape Crisis Center; for Products & Services, Gilbert Design Build, Sarasota Trophy & Awards and West Florida Insurance; for Professional Services, Tandem Construction, Three Six Oh PR and Music Compound; for Retail Businesses, Island Pursuit, Rugs As Art and CB’s Saltwater Outfitters & Boat Rentals. A Top Honor Small Business of the Year Award Winner will be chosen at the Awards Luncheon from the winners of the categories.
London Bay Homes is continuing to expand its Sarasota Collection of custom, luxury estates with the Somerset, its newest single-family estate model home in the waterfront Spice Bay neighborhood on Siesta Key. Scheduled for completion this summer, the two-story home will feature designer finishes selected by Luann Powers-Gliwski of Romanza Interior Design. The three-bedroom, four-bath Somerset offers more than 5,000 square feet of air-conditioned living space, a large great room, an open floor plan and walls of sliding glass doors opening to the pool deck and a covered outdoor living and dining room, as well as a study and a second-floor loft and family room. The exterior of the Somerset will be accented with wood corbels, wood and aluminum awnings, parapets, and slightly cantilevered second-floor spaces. It also will have a three-car garage with individual wood doors. A leading custom homebuilder and developer in the Southwest Florida home market for nearly three decades, London Bay Homes builds new luxury custom single-family and multifamily homes priced from $1 million to more than $10 million in many of the region’s most exclusive neighborhoods and communities.
The countdown has begun for the opening of The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime, set to be Sarasota’s newest vendor market. The doors will open to the public on Thursday, May 3, at 9am and continue to stay open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 2pm. The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime is the brainchild of Judy Alexander. This professional volunteer decided at 76-years-old to become an entrepreneur. She bought a warehouse and decided to turn it into an indoor market. Vendors have already committed including a bakery, artists, vintage clothing and barware dealers, jewelers, and more. There will be live music, a children’s reading area and each month will highlight a different nonprofit organization. Vendor space is still available. There is also a Community Room, which will be used for classes and meetings. The Bazaar is located at 821 Apricot Avenue.
As the 1960s Civil Rights movement unfolded, black music evolved from the controlled Motown performances to fiery cross rhythms sound—a little gospel, a lot of soul. The passionate soloists, such as James Brown, Otis Redding and Sam Cooke, added energetic movements and unique vocalizations that inspired many future performers. Soul Man will feature some of WBTT’s most popular male performers.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1646 10th Way., Sarasota.
Experience Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” during the Asolo Rep’s outdoor performances. The lawn behind Payne Mansion will serve as the backdrop to this comedy anchored by the entire ensemble of second year graduate actors of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 South Palm Ave., Sarasota.
The audience and press all agree that this is the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get. ABBA The Concert brings one of the greatest pop phenomena back to life and continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world. Be dazzled by the performance of the most iconic hits from ABBA, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All” and “Dancing Queen.” Come dance, come sing, having the time of your life at the ultimate tribute celebration.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
On April 18 during Child Abuse Prevention Month, Child Protection Center will hold its 6th annual Blue Ties & Butterflies at Michael’s On East. This signature, event is beautifully designed to build awareness about CPC's mission in the prevention, intervention, and treatment of child abuse. Child abuse is a difficult topic, but one we cannot ignore. At Blue Ties & Butterflies, we celebrate the healing and hope CPC provides to children and families in our community. We promise you an unforgettable evening full of hope and inspiration.
Michael’s on East, 1212 S East Ave, Sarasota, Florida 34239
Renowned for his colorful sculpture installations, this is Blanco’s first solo exhibition in Sarasota, where he has lived and worked for two decades. Exhibited will be large and moderately scaled works ranging from tabletops to the 14-foot “Zephyros.” Also, maquettes, a series of new “food” sculptures, his classic yellow bench and pieces from his acclaimed “Castaway” series.
Alfstad& Contemporary, 1419 5th St., Sarasota.
Come out to Jorge Blanco's first solo exhibition in Sarasota. Blanco is a Venezuelan sculptor and illustrator whose art values a postive lifestyle. His work embraces scale, landscape, urbanism and technology while creating soaring testaments to the optimism of everyday life.
Since 2000, the Silk Road Ensemble has been redefining classical music for 21st-century audiences. Established by world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, the musicians represent a global array of cultures while co-creating art, performances and ideas. They draw on a rich tapestry of traditions that make up our shared cultural heritage, creating a new musical language. A uniquely engaging and accessible encounter between the foreign and the familiar that reflects our many-layered contemporary identities. Their most recent album, Sing Me Home, won the Grammy this year for Best World Music Album
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota
Two quintessential Romantic era composers are the stars of our final soirée. Brahms' Clarinet Trio opens with a sense of longing as the clarinet and cello engage in a beautiful duet. The dance continues and expands with expressive interruptions from the piano until the final stormy movement. Mendelssohn's Octet cemented his legacy as one of the great prodigies and composers of all time. The work combines two string quartets with stunning melodies and a graciously balanced structure.
Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
Back by popular demand! This is not your everyday beauty pageant. These “ladies” will fight for your vote to capture the crown of “Miss Glamouresse.” The six vivacious contestants include: Miss Deep South, Miss West coast, Miss Great Plains, Miss Bible Belt, Miss Industrial Northeast, and Miss Texas.Watch these lovely “ladies” compete in evening gown, talent, swimwear, and spokes-modeling. An evening filled with lots of laughs, where the audience actually chooses the winner!
The Players Centre of Performing Arts, 838 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
The 36th annual Suncoast Boat Show takes place in downtown Sarasota on April 20 - 22, 2018, at Marina Jack’s in Sarasota, Florida. Enjoy the great outdoors while pricing and comparing hundreds of boats from the Gulf Coast's leading boat dealers. See various types and styles all in one place. Cruisers, Runabouts, Bowriders, Sportfishers, Center Consoles, Motor Yachts, Inflatables and more. Shop tents full of electronics, accessories, jewelry, art and clothing all in a festive atmosphere with food, drinks, music and much more.
Marina Jack’s, #2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL 34236
This swingin’ night of musical sensations focuses on Harlem’s heyday when Duke Ellington’s orchestra was the house band, and Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald and Ethel Waters showcased the classics of the Great American Songbook. This production features the brilliant trumpeter, vocalist and conductor Byron Stripling, vocalist Carmen Bradford and tap dancer Ted Louis Levy.
Van Wezel, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
An evening hosted by Nora and Billy Johnson and Jenny and Ken Pendery will have one continuous table set on the Great Lawn. Guests will enjoy fine wines selected by Michael Klauber that compliment an extravagant, multi-course dinner personally designed by Phil Mancini.
Experience the sparkling night of Firefly Gala with incredible auctions and delectable dining. Marvel at the full stage and light production at this intimate, private concert. Help children and families create good beginnings that last a lifetime. Enjoy cocktails and spectacular silent auction on the lawn followed by dinner and a concert featuring Jason Derulo. Dancing at the After Party will feature DJ Jeffrey Michaels of J2 Events.
The Ritz‐Carlton, Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Join the Sarasota Film Festival tonight and "Chill Under the Stars" as Chillounge Night makes its triumphant return to Sarasota and transforms Five Points Park into a magnificent outdoor lounge with all the chic and stylish vibes that it has become known for throughout Florida. The event starts at 6pm and will showcase live band performances, a sophisticated and fun fashion daybed parade, the signature and colorful Brazilian Samba Parade and much more. With hundreds of cool outdoor furnishings and fine food/drinks to complement the entertainment, this will be an intimate and magical evening for thousands to enjoy. Admission is $30 per person in advance and $40 at the door (must be 21 or older). Chillounge Night, founded in Sarasota 10 years ago, continues to bring a unique brand of "dazzle" with the ultimate outdoor lounge party.
Five Points Park , N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
The traditional sounds of Cuba are resurrected through the piano playing of Enrique Chia. Nominated for a Grammy Award in 2001 in the Best Classical Crossover category for his album the Music of Ernesto Lecuona, Chia weaves a dance-inspiring mixture of soft pop, Latin dance tunes, and boleros.
Come see Bill Engvall, a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling recording artist and one of the top comedians in the country. He was a contestant on Season 17 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, and as a fan favorite, he made it to the finals. He also lent his voice to the animated comedy series Bounty Hunters, which aired on CMT. Bill was part of the enormously successful Blue Collar Comedy concert films, which sold over nine million units and received a Grammy nomination. He also starred on the WB’s hit sketch comedy show Blue Collar TV.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
Collaboration is our common thread. Our community creates the ties that bind. On April 24th The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center celebrates the many nonprofits who have found valuable collaborations on its Campus of Caring. You are invited to the Collaboration Celebration Luncheon at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens to join in honoring three agencies nominated by GSHSC’s campus community for their collaboration, growth and engagement: Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota County, More Too Life and Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness.
Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens, 811 S Palm Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236 United States
A Chorus Line is musical theatre in its purest form. Its celebration and true-to-life depiction of performers and their struggle to achieve greatness on the Broadway stage has earned the show unanimous praise as one of the true masterpieces of live theater. The iconographic stories, simultaneously touching, funny and inspiring, will haunt you long after you leave the theater.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
Don’t miss this community-wide environmental event that happens only once every five years. Expert panel discussions, viewpoints from local thought leaders, and provocative lightning talks will weave connections between our environmental heritage and a resilient future for healthy natural habitats.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 South Palm Ave., Sarasota.
This Swiss-based theater troupe has been dazzling worldwide audiences for more than 45 years with inventive uses of shadow, light, and creative manipulation of objects. “you & me” focuses on the love and mutual joy the audiences and performers experience in Mummenschanz’s one of a kind theatrical performances, hence the title “you & me”. As musicians of silence, their soundtrack is the awe, joy, and laughter expressed by audiences in response to their pioneered form of visual theater.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Tr., Sarasota.
SRQ | The Magazine hosts the fourth annual Women in Business Hear Me Roar Leadership and Awards Luncheon on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at The Francis in downtown Sarasota. We will recognize this year's nominees and winners who are inducted into the esteemed 2018 WIB Leadership Circle during the awards ceremony. Keynote Speaker Cricket Burns of CricketsCrush.com is known for her renowed personal style and for having her finger on the pulse of collective fashion trends. She became an esteemed fashion editor and stylist in New York City where for three decadres, she held masthead positions at numerous publications including posts as fashion editor at Harper's Buzaar and Seventeen magazines. Now she focuses her laser-chic styling on the world of home decor. This year's Trailblazer Awards honoree Patti Cazzato was appointed CEO of Timbuk2 in 2014 to helm the company in its 25th anniversary year. She spent nearly three decades in global retail expansion, creative merchandising, product innovation and sustainable manufacturing with high-profile, multi-billion dollar global brands. Pop Up Boutiques and Registration: 10:30am, now expanded to Louies Modern. Luncheon program: 11:30am to 1pm. And, new this year, a post-event Roar Social takes place at Louies Modern from 1-3pm. Tickets: $75/person and $850/table. Click here for tickets.
The Francis, Downtown Sarasota, 1289 N. Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
A play written in the spirit of Gatsby, Nice Work tells the riveting story of a wealthy bachelor in search of meaning. Jimmy Winter is marrying just to appease his mother and retain his inheritance, but when he drunkenly stumbles into a team of bootleggers, his life unwittingly takes a turn for the new.
Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton
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