Longboat Key Club gets in the game for the cure
January 13, 2010
The events promise fun and games, but the mission is a life-saving one: to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Jazz concert pays homage to sound supporter
January 12, 2010
Paul Mortell, coordinator of the Jazz at the Center series for six years, was honored at the season’s first concert Jan. 12, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design. Pepper & Fine Thyme, featured artists of the evening, sang 'Amazing Grace' in dedication of Mortell’s memory.
Play readers captivate audience at Literacy Council event
January 12, 2010
The Literacy Council of Sarasota held "Words and Wine," a performance and reception to show its appreciation to Longboat Key supporters.
Chamber members rise for breakfast and a challenge
January 12, 2010
The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards breakfast Tuesday, Jan. 12, at the Lido Key Holiday Inn. Chamber discussed plans for 2010, including a triathlon that will be held on Longboat Key in October.
Larson, Pokoik speak to Village residents
January 7, 2010
Lynn Larson and Lee Pokoik are running for the District 1 seat of the Longboat Key Town Commission against incumbent Mayor Lee Rothenberg.
Registration under way for Gulf Coast Senior Games
January 7, 2010
The games will take place Feb. 16 through Feb. 21 at venues throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Village Association looks back on the Key's history
January 6, 2010
The Longbeach Village Association met Wednesday, Jan. 6.
Christ Church members hold potluck and program
January 6, 2010
Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian members heard from Longboat Key Education Center Executive Director Susan Goldfarb and Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Desgin Executive Director Jane Buckman Wednesday, Jan. 6.
Observer to host candidates forum
January 6, 2010
The Longboat Observer will host a forum next week for District 1 commission candidates who will face off in a preliminary election Jan. 26. The candidates, Mayor Lee Rothenberg, Lee Pokoik and Lynn Larson, will be present to answer the public’s questions. The forum, open to the public, will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts’ cultural/media room, 6860 Longboat Drive South. For information call 383-5509.
Harry's helps Garden Club to grow
January 6, 2010
Harry's Continental Kitchens' latest wine tasting, held Wednesday, Jan. 6, benefited the Longboat Key Garden Club.
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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.
