Residents gather for Grand Bay greetings
December 7, 2009
Grand Bay residents gathered at the clubhouse for a festive holiday dinner on Dec. 7, featuring cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and colorful decorations.
Country Club Shores member gather for party
December 6, 2009
Traditionally, the Country Club Associations gather together for a holiday party. This year, the party was held Dec. 6, at Bird Key Yacht Club. After a cocktail hour, members enjoyed an expansive buffet. Pianist Ann Weber provided holiday music for the evening.
Bird Key Yacht Club blesses its fleet
December 5, 2009
Members of Bird Key Yacht Club gathered for the club’s annual Lighting and Blessing of the Fleet ceremony Dec. 5, at the club. The Rev. Fausto Stampiglia, of St. Martha Catholic Church, blessed the fleet, and a canon shot signaled the start of the lighting ceremony.
Sarasota Yacht Club lights up the night
December 4, 2009
Sarasota Yacht Club’s harbor was awash in different colors Dec. 4 for the club’s annual Lighting of the Fleet ceremony. Santa and Mrs. Claus and a Christmas Elf greeted each member who came through the door of the tent. Members then gathered outside to witness the official lighting ceremony and clapped and cheered after all the boat lights began glowing.
St. Armands lights up at 'Holiday Night' event
December 4, 2009
The rain couldn't stop Santa from coming to St. Armands Friday, Dec. 4, at the 10th annual "Holiday Night on St. Armands." Families gathered on the circle for Santa's arrival and the lighting of the Christmas tree.
Chamber celebrates holidays at Business After Hours
December 3, 2009
The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce celebrated the holidays at a Business After Hours hosted by Lee Heineman Construction and Design and Secur-All Insurance.
Harry's wine tasting toasts Kiwanis Club
December 3, 2009
Harry's Continental Kitchens held a wine-tasting to benefit the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key.
Man on the street: Shopping schedule
December 3, 2009
We asked Longboat resident what their plans were for holiday shopping this season.
Longbeach Village Association celebrates at holiday party
December 2, 2009
The Longbeach Village Association holiday party took place Dec. 2, at the home of association President Michael Drake. Drake and his wife, Amy, hosted the party in their garage after a threat of stormy weather moved the party indoors.
Holiday Hang-ups
December 2, 2009
Casa del Mar General Manager D.M. Williams and Association President John Zefeldt put the finishing touches on Casa del Mar’s Christmas tree Monday, Nov. 30. Each holiday, both guests and staff at Casa del Mar work together in decorating the tree, which stands in front of the resort’s office.
- 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.
