Talkin’ Civility with the Democratic Club of Sarasota
A week ago, I spoke at 1350 Main Street in downtown Sarasota, as the guest of the Democratic Club of Sarasota. The turnout was fantastic — maybe 80 people, which was so great to see. 
And, more importantly, the people in the audience were very engaged listeners and contributed to the after-talk dialogue. (more…)
Sarasota farmers markets mean fun
My Sense and the City column this week is all the local farmers market in Sarasota. 
You can read it online at: Farmers markets mean fun or or pick up a free copy of TICKET at news boxes all around the city and find it on page 10E.
Men of Midtown — my V-Day date with Sarasota firefighters!
Could my Valentine’s Day have been any sweeter? I got to get kind of up close and person with some of the men who keep my city safe. Sarasota County Fire Department Battalion 1 Lieutenant Craig Gerardi, Firefighter/EMT J.W. Boyette, Firefighter/Paramedics Stephen Willhoite and Todd Tedder, and volunteer Justin Miante.
Love groove
Yesterday, I had a pretty sweet V-Day. I got to get up close and personal with some very hot firefighters (more on that later in the week). And, I took three hours off from work and went to the Ringling Museum. 
I felt a bit angry with myself as I was driving there — thinking, what the hell, Coolidge, you’ve got a boatload of work and you’re blowing it off for a trip to the museum? But I did it and I’m so glad I did. (more…)
Civility in an Uncivil World … MC Chats it Up
On Tuesday, February 22, 6:30 p.m., I’ll be giving a short talk at 1350 Main Street (Club Room — sixth floor) on “Civility in an Uncivil World.” It’s a good chance to openly dialogue on something we all seem to agree on — the need for more civility — but which we often find difficult to act on.
Come on down! Seriously!
Speaking in 2008 to local Dems
Locking lips … knocking boots … and kissing frogs?
Oh, come on, tell me the answer — is it love or lust?
I've kissed WAY too many frogs!
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovers …
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovers … and Ben & Jerry shouldn’t be your only “date” for the night …
Photo courtesy of Sarasota Herald Tribune archive
though they’ve unfortunately been mine on a few too-many. (more…)
Snail Mail Your Love!
Photo courtesy of Sarasota Herald Tribune TICKET website.
Seduce your way to Vday
Oh, it’s not easy seducing someone … and it shouldn’t be. Get your seduction-groove on today. You’ve only got seven days to Vday.
One very-long-lasting Valentine's Day gift! My Waterman fountain pen.
Read my tips here at Seduction shouldn’t be a lost art!
Brown Thrasher has died
My beautiful Brown Thrasher has died. I know it’s crazy to get so attached to little creatures, but I can’t help it. (more…)
