German consul general attends talk at Temple Beth Israel
February 29, 2012
On Feb. 23, Sonia Pressman Fuentes spoke to Temple Beth Israel about a trip she took last fall to Germany, and Belgium, and the truth she uncovered there.
Elusive screech owl is a hoot
February 22, 2012
For years, a screech owl has lived in the backyard of Martin and Deborah Brookses’ residence.
Tea to Tequila goes Cuban
February 22, 2012
The Tea to Tequila book club met Feb. 15, with an incredible 37-person turnout at Marcia and David Gutridge's home.
Putterman tells his real age
February 22, 2012
It's not a lie when Sol Putterman tells people he’s really 21 years old — not 88.
Ann Hood speaks to NewGate students
February 16, 2012
New York Times best-selling author Ann Hood recently paid a visit to fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students at NewGate School.
Chapel members jazz up services
February 15, 2012
It was a toe-tapping, hand-clapping good time at the Longboat Island Chapel’s 19th annual jazz worship service Sunday, Feb. 12.
Father Pick sings a happy tune
February 15, 2012
Edward Pick, reverend emeritus of St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church, has recently undergone a successful knee surgery.
Younger remains hospitalized
February 15, 2012
Commissioner Phill Younger remained hospitalized at press time at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
Look inside for map of Longboat Key
February 15, 2012
The 2012 Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce map was released this week and can be found in the Feb. 16 edition of the Longboat Observer.
Longboaters host Torah on the Key
February 15, 2012
An afternoon Torah on the Key program was hosted in January by Marvin and Marsha Frank and was attended by 22 Longboat Key residents.
- 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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Dr. Michael Crosby: Big fish in Mote's growing sea
05/22/13
Dr. Michael Crosby assumed the role of Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium president and CEO last week following the retirement of Dr. Kumar Mahadevan. -
Firefighters oppose pension board
05/22/13
The Town Commission approved an emergency ordinance on first reading Monday to alleviate any concern with a new pension board. -
Commissioners review town wish list
05/22/13
A community center and improved cellular communication service topped the list of goals for residents and town leaders this week.
