Weather
August 12, 2009
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LLSA Chamber hosts Business After Hours
August 11, 2009
The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Business After Hours networking event Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the Sports Page Bar & Grille.
Sarasota Bay Great Scallops Search
August 8, 2009
More than 150 volunteers gathered for the second Sarasota Bay Great Scallops Search. They counted approximately 130 scallops in an effort to monitor the local scallop population.
Deal Us In: Crocodile Coup
August 5, 2009
In this hand, West and his partner were playing a one-club opening bid that was strong, therefore, West opened with a one-diamond bid.
Market is operating at historical levels
August 5, 2009
The stock market has improved dramatically. The market is in a bull posture, and, if the government does the right things, the market could become robust once again.
Eagle Scout project benefits scallop search
August 5, 2009
On Saturday, Aug. 8, volunteers will monitor the scallop population of Sarasota Bay by snorkeling alongside weighted ropes, called transect lines, in the second annual Sarasota Bay Great Scallop Search.
Real Estate Reports
August 5, 2009
Cover story: Lively Exchange
August 5, 2009
In a home exchange, two parties agree to swap residences for vacation. Longboat Key residents who have tried it say it’s a great way to save money and experience a new culture.
Casa del Mar couples renew vows
August 1, 2009
Six couples who vacation at Casa del Mar renewed their vows at sunset Saturday.
- Jun
1 Floridafitfest and 5K Treasure Run
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Jun
8 World Oceans Day Family Festival
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
