NBA referee recounts Iraq excursion
September 2, 2009
The Lakewood Ranch resident spent 10 days talking about post-traumatic stress disorder to soldiers in Iraq.
Kids R Kids throws one last summer splash
September 2, 2009
Students in Lakewood Ranch Kids R Kids' summer camp ended the season on a wet and wild note during the camp's Water Day. The special day featured a several huge waterslides. The students all were able to take turns on them before the rain arrived later in the day, says Kids R Kids owner Gregg Kinney.
Sarasota Scullers host open house
August 31, 2009
Members of the Sarasota Scullers team cast their vision to prospective rowers during the organization’s open house from 9-11 a.m., Aug. 26 at Nathan Benderson Park.
East County families splash away summer
August 31, 2009
East County families splashed away thoughts of summer during the Lakewood Ranch Community Activities’ annual Back to School Splash Bash event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 29 at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. Activities include swimming competitions, water slides, a dunk tank and a barbecue lunch, among others.
Birth Announcements 08.27.09
August 26, 2009
The East County Observer would like to congratulate all the parents who celebrated recently the births of their new bundles of joy.
Families enjoy 'School Daze Craze'
August 22, 2009
Families gathered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 22 at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union for its School Daze Craze. The afternoon’s festivities included games, door prizes and other activities to get children ready for school.
Tasty Travels
August 21, 2009
East County residents sampled global cuisine from Russia to Japan during the Around the World Progressive Dinner Aug. 19 on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. Led by Polo Grill and Bar co-owner Jaymie Klauber, the more than 20 guests in attendance dined at Astoria Fine Russian Cuisine, Saijo Sushi, MacAllister's Grill and Tavern, Ed's Tavern, the Polo Grill and Paris Bistrot.
Camp Flying Eagle unveils new challenge course
August 17, 2009
Local Boy Scout leaders invited the public for a special open house at Camp Flying Eagle from 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 15. The morning’s activities included ribbon-cutting ceremonies for several new amenities as well as demonstrations on the new Harlan Challenge Course, among others.
Sun-n-Fun celebrates 50 years
August 17, 2009
The three founding families of Sun-n-Fun celebrated the campground’s 50th anniversary with a special celebration from 6-9 p.m., Aug. 14 at the park.
Woodland hosts wellness expo
August 14, 2009
Woodland — The Community Church and the Manatee County School District partnered Aug. 13 for The Wellness Expo 2009. Hundreds gathered at the church to get information about health-related products and services, participate in door prizes and listen to Dr. Nick Yphantides.
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22 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance May Morning Express Networking Social - SCF "How SCF Supports Local Business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - May
26 Tribute to Heroes Parade - Main St LWR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
28 Braden River Soccer Club Try-outs
6:00 pm - May
29 LWRBA May Membership Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Ranch rallies against cancer
05/15/13
East County residents will rally to fight cancer Saturday, May 18, as the American Cancer Society hosts its annual Lakewood Ranch Relay for Life event at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. -
Barista pours on fun for daughters
05/15/13
State Road 70 Starbucks barista and East County resident Cyndee Vanderford showed her daughters the world of lattes and mochas for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day April 25. -
Troop plants Freedom's courtyard
05/15/13
Girls in Girl Scouts Junior Troop 181, at Freedom Elementary School, recently earned their Bronze Award by researching and planting the back of the school’s courtyard.
