Traffic signal upgrades producing problems
December 1, 2011
The county is upgrading several traffic signals within the city limits. In the meantime, those signals aren't synchronized.
Siesta Drive roundabout plans to affect SCAT stops by mall
December 1, 2011
With planning still in the design phase, the Sarasota City Commission Jan. 3 is scheduled to discuss an interlocal agreement with Sarasota County involving changes planned for Siesta Drive, including a roundabout.
Osprey Library opens at Spanish Point
December 1, 2011
The Osprey Library at Historic Spanish Point will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays.
Southside kindergartners make colorful mosaics
December 1, 2011
Southside Elementary kindergartners held a dedication for their stepping-stone project Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the school’s courtyard.
Homeless residents enjoy a big Thanksgiving event
December 1, 2011
The Sarasota Ministerial Association held its 11th annual celebration with Sarasota's homeless residents as its guests the day before Thanksgiving, at First Baptist Church in downtown Sarasota.
Island Beat: Key people getting into the holiday spirit
December 1, 2011
With Light Up the Village marking the formal beginning of the holiday season on the Key, plans are being finalized for the annual Christmas Lighting Contest for Condominiums.
Tatum Ridge Elementary PTO donates 1,400 books to Cyesis
December 1, 2011
Just in time for the holidays, representatives of the Tatum Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization visited the Cyesis teen parent program at Riverview High School, bearing lots of books.
The Observer Holiday Gift Guide
November 30, 2011
Are you ready for the most wonderful time of the year?
Acts of kindness help neighbors
November 30, 2011
Each week through December, the Observer Group will feature a local donor who is involved with Season of Sharing, a community-wide fundraising partnership created by The Community Foundation.
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Hoggy Holidays
November 29, 2011
Condominiums on Siesta Key are getting even more creative with their holiday decorations this year.
- Jun
20 Welcome Club of Sarasota/Manatee Luncheon
11:00 am - 2:00 pm - Jun
28 Regatta Pointe Marina River Regatta 2013
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Jul
4 July 4th Fireworks and Seafood All American Buffet at Riverhouse Reef & Grill
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Jul
10 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance June Networking Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
