Garden Club gets a lesson on bonsai trees
January 26, 2010
The Longboat Key Garden Club learns basic bonsai care and crafting from Julie Trigg,a member of the Sho Fu Bonsai Society and curator of the permanent bonsai exhibit at Selby Gardens.
Friends, family celebrate Bob Twigg's life
January 23, 2010
The veteran journalist and part-time Longboat Key residentwas remembered with love, laughter and a few tears as family and more than 150 friends gathered Jan. 23 for a celebration of life at one of his favorite places, the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
Bird Key Yacht Club hold fleet captain's dinner
January 23, 2010
The event featured a seafood buffet and drew a record crowd of more than 240.
Sarasota Yacht Club holds annual Commodore's Ball
January 23, 2010
The event was the final black-tie party that will be held in the club's temporary tent.
10 cold stunned turtles released in Collier County
January 22, 2010
The turtles were treated at Mote’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital during the last two-and-a-half weeks.
ACS reaches matching fund goal
January 22, 2010
Penelope Kingman, a member of Art Center Sarasota’s Board of Directors, challenged Art Center members and the community to match a donation of $25,000 in September 2009. Kingman presented the center with a $25,000 check Jan. 21.
Les Ciseaux raises funds for Haiti's children
January 21, 2010
Les Ciseaux on St. Armands Circle donated 100% of its proceeds raised Jan. 21 to children in Haiti.
Beachplace welcomes returning snowbirds
January 21, 2010
Beachplace condominium held its annual welcome-back party Thursday, Jan. 21, in the community clubhouse.
Science and art collide at meeting of the minds
January 21, 2010
Mote Marine scientist Dr. Randy Wells and Asolo Repertory Theatre Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards explored a conversation on science and creativity during Mote’s first Science Cafe.
Baseball talk a hit at St. Mary
January 20, 2010
Dan Wolfert, general manager, for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Florida State League team, the Bradenton Mauraders, spoke to the St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Men's Club.
- 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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Miller shares Longboat lore
05/22/13
David Miller gave the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key a history lesson Thursday, May 16, when he shared his memories of early island life. -
Kiwanians get club recognition
05/22/13
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key recently received "Distinguished Club" status from Kiwanis International for its efforts during the 2011-12 year. -
Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top.
