Health + Wellness

National Sleep Awareness Week

Discover the Importance of Sleep with AMA Health Providers Article and Photography by Did you know that as many as 50 to 70 million Americans battle with sleep disorders, according to a study conducted by the American Sleep Association? As National Sleep Awareness Week approaches (March 10-16, 2024) it's time to shine a light on the crucial role sleep quality plays in our overall health. Walid Tanyous, MD, a renowned pulmonologist and sleep specialist at AMA Health Providers, stresses the...

Home + Design

Q&A With Mortgage Expert Katrina Moyer

Mortgages & More is a Trusted Partner in Home Loans and Refinancing Article by Emily Leinfuss Mortgages & More is a premier Florida lending solution provider, offering customized home loans, refinancing, commercial real estate loans, small business loans, and more.  VCL spoke with company owner, Katrina Moyer–a seasoned professional with nine-plus years of mortgage industry experience–about her commitment to excellence.    Q: How does Mortgages & More build trust with clients?  A: We...

Home + Design

The Rugs as Art Story: A Journey to Paradise

From a Family’s Dream to an Award-Winning Store Full of Masterpieces for Your Floor! Article by Emily Leinfuss | Photography by Rugs As Art In the early-to-mid 1980s, John and Lucy Murse embarked on a journey from Pennsylvania to find the perfect place to call home and realize John’s dream of owning a beautiful rug store. The quest led them to various places in the Southeastern US over a two-year period. However, just like the classic “Goldilocks” tale, nothing felt ‘just right,’ prompting...

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Sarasota Paint Elevates Excellence

Introducing “David Andrew” Paints, the Result of Decades of Dedication to Customer Service Article by Emily Leinfuss Sarasota Paint owner David Jasik is dedicated to providing the utmost quality for his clientele. In that pursuit, the authorized Benjamin Moore dealer recently introduced his own, exclusive line of paints under the banner of “David Andrew Premium.”  These meticulously crafted Interior and Exterior paints bear the hallmark of Jasik's commitment to excellence in both customer...

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Sweet Sparkman Shines

Local Architecture Firm That Designs Extraordinary Residences & Public Buildings Now Leading the Reconstruction of Venice Theatre After Hurricane Ian Article and Photography by Sweet Sparkman Architecture and Interiors has gained renown for crafting luxurious custom homes and designing stand-out public buildings. Here is a look at some examples of both, plus an update on the firm’s current work: rebuilding the Venice Theatre post Hurricane-Ian. Homes Designed by Sweet Sparkman One...

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Home Design Has the Blues

2024 Paint Trends Match the Coastal Home Decor at Breakwater Home Fashions Article and Photography by Five leading paint brands have curated a palette of blue hues for their 2024 Color of the Year selections. Take a look! Enjoy “a hint of silver lining” in “Upward,”  Sherwin-Williams ’ 2024 color of the year. This breezy, blissful blue urges us to slow down, take a breath, and allow the mind to clear. Violet and blue come together in "Blue Nova,”  Benjamin Moore’s  2024 color of the...

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Retirement in Style

Jacaranda Trace Redesigns, Expands & Renovates its Already Expansive Campus Article and Photography by Living well–especially as we grow older–is an art worth pursuing.  Recent trends suggest that mature adults’ definition of “retiring in style” is rapidly transforming, thus reinforcing why savvy senior living communities like Jacaranda Trace are reimagining their future. Most retirees seek maintenance-free living with well-appointed amenities and services to maintain the freedom to travel...

Life + Culture

A Tapestry of Community Support

The Spirit of Service is Alive & Well at Lakeside Lutheran Church Article by Emily Leinfuss The congregation of Venice’s Lakeside Lutheran Church embraces the spirit of community service with open hearts and a commitment to missionary work. Two remarkable groups within the church, Stitch & Chatter and the Lutheran Women Missionary League (LWML), exemplify the church's dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of others.  These groups not only work collectively but also extend their...

Arts + Culture

Iconic Florida Photography

“Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens” at Historic Spanish Point is an Area Treasure! Article by Emily Leinfuss Just like the synergy that led to the union of Marie Selby Gardens and Historic Spanish Point three years ago, the exhibition “Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens" enhances the connection between the famed photographer’s iconic Floridian images and the natural landscape of Spanish Point.  The exhibition, presented in collaboration with the Clyde Butcher Gallery & Studio in...

Life + Culture

“America’s Preacher” Has Local History

First Baptist Church of Venice Remembers Billy Graham Article by Emily Leinfuss Six years after the departure of the esteemed Christian evangelist, Billy Graham, his enduring spiritual and cultural legacy persists - right here in Venice. In late 1937 or early 1938, while a student at Florida Bible Institute, Graham received an invitation to preach at the First Baptist Church of Venice, then a young congregation without a permanent pastor. During the sermon, Graham urged parishioners to step...