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Cheryl Loeffler, Kristin Chenoweth and Samantha Brenner. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 2, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 03.03.16

Kristin Chenoweth runs the Ringling Bridge, Amie Swan introduces new venture and Beyonce's dress can be yours in this week's Black Tie & Tales

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    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 2, 2016
Fashion Insider — 1st Street Bridal Stroll

Local wedding planner Nicole Kaney, of NK Productions, hosted a bridal stroll on First Street Thursday, Feb. 18, collaborating with First Street shops, as well as other local brands for a showcase of all things bridal.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • March 2, 2016
The 15th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala

The 15th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala

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Gail Berenson, Judy Bloch and Sandra Hanan
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 1, 2016
Lion of Judah and Pomegranate Luncheon

Guests attended the Lion of Judah and Pomegranate Luncheon on Tuesday, March 1, at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The event benefits the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.

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Co-Chairs Vivian Kouvant and Sydney Goldstein
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 1, 2016
'A Sterling Affair' 25th Anniversary Season Gala

Guests attended Sarasota Ballet's 25th Anniversary Season Gala "A Sterling Affair" on Monday, Feb. 29, at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 28, 2016
'Sugar' Meets Selah

Selah Freedom and Ringling College hosted 'Sugar' Meets Selah with Dylan McDermott Saturday, Feb. 27, at The Francis.

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From back left: Murray Bring, Donald Malawsky, Joan Wood, Maurice Richards, Jack Kesler, Gloria Moss, Edie Winston and Beverly Koski are the Eight Over 80 honorees.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 28, 2016
Jewish Housing Council Foundation honors eight

Eight individuals over 80 years old received kudos for their leadership and community involvement.

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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 27, 2016
All Children’s Hospital Guild hosts Miracle Ball

All Children’s Hospital Guild Sarasota/Manatee Branch hosted Miracle Ball – Miracles in the Making on Saturday, Feb. 27, at Hyatt Regency.

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    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • February 27, 2016
St. Jude presents Foodlosophy: A Sarasota Culinary Experience

The inaugural culinary event benefits pediatric cancer research across the country.

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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 26, 2016
Education Foundation’s Evening of Excellence

The Education Foundation of Sarasota County hosted Evening of Excellence 'La Dolce Vita' Gala on Friday, Feb. 26, at Hyatt Regency.

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Sarasota County Libraraies & Historical Resources Direct Sarabeth Kalajian accepts the James E. Duffy Friend of Literacy Award from James Duffy and Carol Darling.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 26, 2016
Literacy Council of Sarasota honors community leaders

The 9th annual Literacy Matters luncheon recognizes Sarabeth Kalajian and Ted Lindenberg.

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Renee Phinney, Fran LaCivita and Terri Klauber
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 25, 2016
6th Annual Cooking for Wishes

Attendees helped cook meals for their tables.

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Asolo Rep Gala 2015
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2016
Social Calendar March 2016

Check out the events to attend in March

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    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2016
Just Married — Allison Nace and JC Cornell

Allison Nace and JC Cornell were married on Nov. 21.

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Birthday boy Cliff Roles with hostesses Margaret Wise (left) and Mollie Nelson. Courtesy of Cliff Roles
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • February 24, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 02.25.16

Cliff Roles celebrates his birthday, Ali Miller goes to NYFW, Sarasota is still in awe of Orchid Ball and more...

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