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Janae Bell, Kecia Dorsey and Nancee Jackson
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 18, 2016
26th annual Florida Winefest and Auction Bayfront Showcase Lunch

More than 300 guests gathered at the Van Wezel Bayfront on Friday, March 18, for the 26th annual Florida Winefest and Auction Bayfront Showcase Lunch.

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Honoree Dr. Joshua Green with his wife Julie
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 17, 2016
Jewish National Fund Sarasota Guardian of Israel Award Dinner

The Jewish National Fund hosted its Sarasota Guardian of Israel Award Dinner on Thursday, March 17, at Michael's On East.

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Susan Benjamin and Sharon Steinwachs
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 16, 2016
Longboat Key Education Center 30th Anniversary Celebration

The Longboat Key Education Center hosted its 30th Anniversary Celebration on Wednesday, March 16, at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.

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Guests enjoy cocktails on the gulf at the Asolo Rep Major Donor Party.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 16, 2016
Asolo Rep Major Donors Party and Season Announcement

Rita and Ron Greenbaum hosted Asolo Rep's Major Donors Party on Monday, March 14. The couple has been hosting this event at their home for 17 years. During the celebration, Asolo Conservatory Director, Greg Leaming, announced the 2016-2017 season to guest

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  • March 16, 2016
People with Purpose: Kelvin Cooper

People with Purpose: Kelvin Cooper

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Barbara Dubitsky, Cherry Richards and Mary Lou Hawkins
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 14, 2016
Ballet Showcase Luncheon 03.14.16

Friends of the Ballet hosted a Ballet Showcase Luncheon on Monday, March 14, at Michael's On East.

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New nonagenarian Fred Mackenzie with his wife Nancy, far left, and three daughters, from left Elizabeth Mackenzie from Philadelphia, Maryellen Mackenzie from Las Vegas and Sarajane Mackenzie from Princeton. Photo by Molly Schechter
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 14, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 03.17.16

Everyone loves Koski's shirt, CycleBar opens and more...

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  • Kristen Herhold
  • March 13, 2016
Aging in Paradise ‘Cinema Paradiso’ Gala

The Aging in Paradise Resource Center hosted ‘Cinema Paradiso’ gala on Sunday, March 13, at Sarasota Bay Club.

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Terri Vitale and Ariane Dart
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 12, 2016
Banyan Bash 2016

The Out-of-Door Academy hosted its annual Banyan Bash on Saturday, March 12.

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Sal Diaz-Verson, Anne Weintraub, Karen Witte and Mark Richmond
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 12, 2016
Temple Sinai 25th Anniversary Gala

Temple Sinai celebrated its 25th anniversary with a gala on Saturday, March 12, at Michael's On East.

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The 2016 SPARCCle Gala was themed “Masquerade.”
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 12, 2016
SPARCCle Gala 'Masquerade'

More than 150 guests attended SPARCCle Gala “Masquerade” on Saturday, March 12, at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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Marguerite Barnett and Bob the boa dance around the ballroom.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • March 12, 2016
Polo Grill and Bar hosts 'A Night in Morocco'

The Lakewood Ranch YMCA's Interactive Dinner boasted a Moroccan theme this year.

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Honorary Chairwoman Audrey Coleman
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 11, 2016
Pique Nique Sur la Baie 2016

New College of Florida hosted its 33rd annual Pique Nique Sur la Baie on Friday, March 11, at New College of Florida Bayfront

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Margaret Barbieri and Iain Webb with Chairwoman Sydney Goldstein
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 11, 2016
Sarasota Ballet Anniversary Dinner

Sarasota Ballet hosted a private 25th Anniversary Dinner on Friday, March 11, at Michael's Wine Cellar.

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Hosts David and Pamela Steves and Renee Hamad with guest artist Guy Braunstein
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 10, 2016
Conductor Dinner Series with Guy Braunstein

Guests attended Sarasota Orchestra's Conductor Dinner Series featuring Anu Tali with special guest Guy Braunstein on Thursday, March 10, at The Field Club.

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