Greek heritage takes center stage
February 3, 2010
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church's Greek Glendi should draw more than 15,000 visitors.
Winter Wonderland
January 29, 2010
Nearly 250 students at the Tabernacle Christian School enjoyed a winter wonderland celebration Jan. 29, as five tons of snow fell on the school's lawn overnight. Students enjoyed sled riding, getting their pictures taken, crafts and hot chocolate and chocolate covered marshmallows, among other tasty treats.
Crafters group lends expertise to comfort injured soldiers
January 27, 2010
Braden River Presbyterian Church's Lady Crafters group has adopted The Handmade Afghans Project as a focus for 2010.
Risen Savior dedicates new building
January 24, 2010
More than 200 people gathered at 4 p.m., Jan. 24 for the dedication ceremony of Risen Savior Lutheran Church's new building. Following a special dedication service, attendees gathered for a time of food and fellowship.
Despite economy, church growth continues out east
January 6, 2010
Living Lord Lutheran Church completed recently its 3,500-square-foot expansion, while RiverLife Church is in the middle of the largest change in its 90-plus-year history.
Sharing the Spirit
December 24, 2009
This Christmas Eve marks Christian Retreat Pastor Phil Derstine's 25th year leading carolers on a tour of local bars.
Tabernacle portrays birth of Christ
December 22, 2009
The Tabernacle church held performances of its annual Living Nativity show last week. Nightly performances, which concluded Dec. 20, drew hundreds of East County residents.
Generations unite for holiday celebration
December 18, 2009
Residents at the Woodlands Village retirement home have been partnering with first grade classes at Oneco Elementary School since the start of school.
Tabernacle brings Christmas to life
December 18, 2009
The East County church will hold its annual Living Nativity show through Dec. 20.
Ranch celebrates Festival of Lights
December 17, 2009
East County residents gathered on Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the sixth annual grand Hanukkah celebration hosted by the Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Thursday. Festivities included live music, face painting, concessions, a Dreidel House and a grand Menorah lighting ceremony, among others.
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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.
