Soccer league kicks off with open house
July 11, 2009
Children practiced kicking the ball and learned basic soccer skills during an open house for Lil Kicker’s soccer program at the Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 11.
Kiddie Academy enjoys summer splash
July 10, 2009
Students at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch beat the heat with Water Day July 10. The day featured a variety of water-themed activities and games.
Main Street to host first car show
July 10, 2009
Team AfterHours Car Club will display autos of all kinds this Sunday on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Zoo brings rainforest to Goddard
July 10, 2009
Children at The Goddard School in Lakewood Ranch got a first-hand look at rainforest animals during a special presentation Friday morning. Zoo Ventures instructor Ashley Hodges of the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa brought several animals to the East County preschool as the culmination of a weeklong study of Brazil.
Rosaire's saddles up for summer
July 9, 2009
The boys and girls at Rosaire's Riding Academy are learning all things equestrian this summer. The East Sarasota-based camp features everything from riding lessons to horse care and maintenance.
Peace River readies for hurricane season
July 9, 2009
Peace River Electric Cooperative is asking its 35,000 members to review the contact information on file for their electric account should a major storm occur.
Palm-Aire celebrates Fourth of July
July 9, 2009
The members of Palm-Aire Country Club celebrated July 4 with a Firecracker Golf Tournament, golf cart decorating and an all-American barbecue. In addition to the tournament, golfers competed in "Wacky Golf" that featured a specially designed putting green with brooms, hockey sticks, croquet mallets and just about anything else that did not resemble a putter.
Manatee seeks affordable housing volunteer
July 9, 2009
Manatee County is seeking to fill a vacant seat on its Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, a group that helps county commissioners decide on affordable housing issues.
Iconic Installation
July 8, 2009
New York-based iconographer George Filippakis is installing artwork in the dome at the center of St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church's sanctuary.
Principal search narrowed to three
July 8, 2009
Two original staff members and one out-of-state candidate remain contenders for the Lakewood High principal post.
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20 Welcome Club of Sarasota/Manatee Luncheon
11:00 am - 2:00 pm - Jun
28 Regatta Pointe Marina River Regatta 2013
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Jul
4 July 4th Fireworks and Seafood All American Buffet at Riverhouse Reef & Grill
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Jul
10 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance June Networking Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Manatee students capture F1 in Schools championship
06/13/13
Four students recently returned to Manatee County with bragging rights. -
OBITUARY: Randy Hedrick
06/13/13
East County residents are mourning the loss of local businessman and friend, Randy Hedrick, who died suddenly Tuesday, June 4, of a heart attack. -
National Champs: Sarasota Crew Men's Varsity 8+ team
06/12/13
The Sarasota Crew Men's Varsity 8+ team won the gold medal June 7-9, at the 2013 USRowing Youth National Championships.
