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Hostess Pauline Joerger and u201cretiringu201d Palm Ball event Co-Chairwoman Ariane Dart. Photo by Cliff Roles.
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  • May 6, 2015
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Flori Roberts
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  • May 6, 2015
People with Purpose: Flori Roberts

With a background in cosmetics, Flori Roberts, entrepreneur-turned-philanthropist, talks about changing her direction of energy from business to giving back to a community she loves.

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Co-Chairs Judi Gallagher, Beverly Bartner, Molly Schechter and Margaret Wise
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  • May 3, 2015
5th annual Men Who Cook

Asolo Repertory Theatre hosted its 5th annual Men Who Cook on Sunday, May 3, at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Debbie and Co-Chair Dan Dannheisser
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  • May 2, 2015
Going for the Gold 'An Unbridled Evening'

The YMCA Foundation hosted its annual Going for the Gold event themed ‘An Unbridled Evening’ on Saturday, May 2, at Dolphin Aviation.

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Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 9th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
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  • May 1, 2015
9th annual Paws on the Catwalk

The Humane Society of Sarasota County hosted its 9th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon and fashion show on Friday, May 1, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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Sharon Boyes and Christen Benson
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  • April 29, 2015
Paws on the Catwalk Sponsor Party

Sponsors gathered at Carats Fine Jewelry and Watches on Wednesday, April 29, for the 9th annual Paws on the Catwalk Sponsor Party.

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  • April 29, 2015
Just Married: Christopher Marsh and Diane Moore

Christopher Marsh and Diane Moore were married March 14, at First Presbyterian Church.

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  • April 29, 2015
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Pedro Reis, Chuck Sidlow, Dolly Jacobs Reis and Chuck Sidlow
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  • April 28, 2015
La Cirque Appetit

More than 250 guests attended the Circus Arts Conservatory's 'La Cirque Appetit' on Tuesday, April 28, at Sailor Circus Arena.

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Paul and Carla Barbosa with Tommie and Carl Cannova
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  • April 25, 2015
All-in For ALS Casino Night

A Life Story Foundation hosted its All-in for ALS Casino Night on Friday, April 24, at The Lake Club.

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Co-Chairs Nola and Larry Hietbrink
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  • April 25, 2015
Fairytale Ball 'The Crystal Palace'

Children First hosted its 15th annual Celebration Gala 'Fairytale Ball - The Crystal Palace' on Saturday, April 25, at Michael's On East.

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Hope Hahn, Hollie Parks and Tina Wahlers
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  • April 24, 2015
A Taste of New Orleans Interactive Dinner and Auction

Guests attended Lakewood Ranch YMCA's 'A Taste of New Orleans' Interactive Dinner and Auction on Friday, April 24, at Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom.

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2015 Stephen H. Goldman, M.D. Keystone Award Recipients Dr. Alissa Shulman, Laurie Shaw and Dawn Moore
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  • April 22, 2015
Celebration of Hope Dinner

Center for Building Hope hosted its 14th annual Celebration of Hope Dinner on Wednesday, April 22, at The Francis.

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Signature Saks Rockstar faux leather cosmetic case, $28, at Saks Fifth Avenue Sarasota
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  • April 22, 2015
Fashion Insider: All White Everything

The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is when we all love to wear white, although the urge starts a little early in Florida.

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Phil Mancini presents Beatrice Friedman with her birthday cake. Photo by Cliff Roles.
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  • April 22, 2015
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