Literary Mardi Gras
December 2, 2009
St. Armands Circle barista Ryan Praefke celebrated the publication of his first novel, "Eternity's Missing Children" Tuesday, Dec. 1 with a New Orleans-themed book launch at Derek's Culinary Casual.
Sanders combines her artistic and writing talents
December 2, 2009
Virginia Sanders has been drawing since the third grade, and she started writing limericks after meeting her late husband, Dr Jack Sanders. Her book, "Leaping Limericks," is now available.
Couple shares public proposal at Publix
December 2, 2009
Lamarr Glenn surprised his girlfriend, Natasha Ford, with a surprise proposal last week at the Longboat Key Publix.
Sculptors carve out new home at Rec Center
December 2, 2009
A.C. Sculptors LLC of Longboat Key has just set up a studio on the ground-floor level of the Bayfront Park Recreation Center.
Longboat Key resident develops as an artist
December 2, 2009
Tommy James Mannausa, a part-time Longboat Key resident, is expanding his artistic repertoire to acting and songwriting.
Harry's Cornerstore open for business
December 1, 2009
The store opened today in the former Longboat Key Foodmart building.
Christkindl Party a gift for Toys for Tots
November 30, 2009
Arbomar residents Heidi and Kent Lagro held their fifth annual Christkindl party featuring cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and German music. Guests brought a total 23 gifts for Toys for Tots.
Man on the street: Thankful thoughts
November 26, 2009
We asked Longboat Key residents what they are most thankful for this year.
Faithful following
November 24, 2009
Longboat Key residents and visitors of all faiths attended the 29th annual Longboat Key Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service to give thanks for their blessings. Host church for the Nov. 24 service was St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church.
Turkeys with gratitude
November 24, 2009
For three hours Friday, Nov. 20, Plymouth Harbor CEO and President Harry Hobson and staff members Jose Rocha and Sonya Williams handed out turkeys to 200 staff members and those closely associated with the community's services. Dorothy Cleare, left, assistant occupational therapist at Plymouth Harbor, accepts the iconic bird of Thanksgiving before she leaves for the day.
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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.
