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St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Philoptochos members (back) Betty Karras, Pat Trempelas, Peggy Doukas, Connie Gorzelany, (front) Janet Rantis, Marilyn Blazakis, Connie Chalkis and Diane Kontonickas work to make Autumn Fest a successful fundraiser for local nonprofits.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • November 13, 2024
St. Barbara Church to benefit local nonprofit with Autumn Fest

The Greek Orthodox church's Philoptochos chapter is focused on helping the less fortunate through Greek food.

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Joe Casey, Michael Jayne Walker and Brian Ott star in "59th Street Bridge," which runs through March 30 at FST's Goldstein Cabaret.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 12, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 14-20

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

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Sean Rabus, who is 5, defies the odds every day, making his mother, Maureen Flood Rabus, beam with pride.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 11, 2024
Lakewood Ranch family to support epilepsy research with Seany's Shuffle

Sean Rabus is defying the odds as he continues to thrive living with Menkes disease, a rare type of epilepsy.

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The 48th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run on Siesta Beach is set for Saturday, Dec. 14.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 9, 2024
Sandy Claws Beach Run set for Dec. 14

The event benefits the "Summer in the Parks" Adopt-A-Camper scholarship program.

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Jess T. Dugan's “Elcid (green room)” and “Self-portrait (blue room)” are now showing at The Ringling.
    By
  • Su Byron
  • November 8, 2024
6 sensational don't-miss shows this arts season

The arts scene is packed with captivating performances and cultural experiences in the coming months. Here are a few of our favorites.

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