Seaplace wraps up holiday season with twice the party
December 16, 2009
Seaplace held a welcome-back party for its residents, along with a farewell gathering for outgoing Manager Steve Grekowicz Dec. 16.
St. Armands Circle Association has a happy holiday
December 16, 2009
The St. Armands Circle Association held its annual holiday party Dec. 15, at 15 South Ristorante.
Celebration of life gathering to be held for Claudia Fuller
December 16, 2009
A celebration of life gathering for 2008 Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key Citizen of the Year Claudia Fuller will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota. The date coincides with what would have been Fuller’s 80th birthday. Fuller, 79, died Oct. 21. The celebration will feature a band, hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Guests are invited to bring a memory of Fuller to share.
The bold and the beautiful
December 16, 2009
We announce the winners to this year's 'Light Up the Keys' contest.
LBK Democrats get educated about school system
December 15, 2009
The Sarasota County School System was the featured topic on Dec. 15 at the luncheon meeting of the Longboat Key Democratic Club held at The Chart House.
Israel Children's Centers supporters gather for event
December 14, 2009
More than 80 supporters of Israel Children's Centers gathered at the home of Sara Lyter and Larry Greenspon, on Longboat Key, for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. The event was underwritten by Northern Trust.
Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Samuelson dies at 94
December 14, 2009
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor spent winters on Longboat Key.
Obituary: Dorothy Mylan Rooney
December 14, 2009
Rooney, 102, was a former Longboat Key resident and retired teacher.
Players observe a court challenge
December 13, 2009
The Longboat Observer Challenge took place from Dec. 11 through Dec. 13, at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. For photos of winners, pick up a copy of the Dec. 17 issue of The Longboat Observer.
St. Mary’s praises annual picnic
December 12, 2009
St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church parishioners gathered for their annual picnic Dec. 12, at the church. Welcoming them as they arrived was the Rev. Gerry Finegan, and Rev. Emeritus Edward Pick was also in attendance. More than 300 parishioners feasted on catered barbecue chicken, plus a wide range of dishes contributed by members.
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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.
