Irridescent Landscape
>>The Art of Mark Messersmith
W alk into Mark Messersmith's "A Southern Landscape" exhibit, and you might take a few steps back involuntarily. His oversized paintings are bold and initially overwhelming, too much to take in at first introduction. Full Story
Frank Sadera's landscapes: as good as the real thing
His work will be on display beginning Dec. 8
Frank Sadera's landscapes are extremely pleasing for how they depict nature as mysterious and infinite. His humans have a small place in that, doing their own thing off to the side of the road or frolicking in the sea under a gorgeous, swirling Florida sky, a road disappearing into the sunset beyond them. Full Story
MUSIC SCENE
I am a capitalist, music fan and next to "Talk Like A Pirate Day" (Sept. 19) Christmas is my favorite holiday. Full Story
FALL READING
Peter Jennings: A Reporter's Life
Edited by Kate Darnton, Kayce Freed Jennings and Lynn Sherr (PublicAffairs, $27.95) For many Americans, Peter Jennings was the voice and face that gave shape to the news. Born in Canada, Jennings hosted a radio broadcast when he was 9-years-old. And although he was a high-school dropout, he was determined to pursue his dream of becoming a journalist. Full Story
Local artists win Naples Art awards
Carol Orr Hartman of Cape Coral, Roger Sherman of Fort Myers and Pam Broderson of Sanibel took home awards last week at the Naples Art Association's "46th Founders Juried Awards Exhibition" at The von Liebig Art Center. The exhibition, that runs through Jan. Full Story
WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO
This week's theatre ¦ Grandmother - "Funny, You Don't Look Like a Grandmother!" runs at the Off Broadway Palm Theater through Dec. 22. A humorous, yet heartwarming musical comedy that celebrates modern-day grandmothers in a whole new light. Full Story
Food writer was a consummate journalist
I don't claim to know what the afterlife is like, but I sincerely hope it has five-star restaurants: enticing aromas, a visually pleasing presentation on the plate, and the perfect texture and exquisite taste on the tongue. And of course, unobtrusive first-class service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Full Story
Giving thanks in trying times
The news is sobering for Thanksgiving 2007. Foreclosures are up, and many families are down and out. Gas prices are high and homebuyers are few and far between. Those laid off from work include some of the best and brightest in town. And will red tide ever go away? Full Story
LATEST FILMS
Bee Movie
Time: 95 minutes MPAA rating: PG GRADE: CRunning (and I soooo wanted to give it a B) You'd think with all the buzz surrounding Jerry Seinfeld's pet project, "Bee Movie," that the film would have had a little more sting to it. Full Story
Spirit of the Suwannee River Park lures me, again
Magnolia Fest, a music festival in its 11th year, was held at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park last month on a large camping ground with rolling hills, a river and many friendly guests. People from all parts come to hear multiple bands on two sound stages. Full Story
'Funny, You Don't Look Like a Grandmother':
When bad shows happen to good actors
The Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre has always aimed at pleasing the masses. Nothing too controversial, nothing challenging. But with "Funny, You Don't Look Like a Grandmother" playing in their off-Broadway theater, even this venue has aimed too low. Full Story
Talkin' turkey: wine choices for the holidays
The holidays are upon us, which translates into party time. That means, of course, not only going out to socialize with friends new and old, but also attending and hosting all those parties. Many hosts and hostesses, especially those who don't entertain at home very often, may find themselves agonizing over what wines to serve when inviting friends for a festive dinner. Full Story
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