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Elisabeth and Gil Waters with Craig Rubadouxu2019s painting of the Ringling Bridge, which also includes the Watersu2019 French bulldog Mimi and cat Kitty. Photo by Cliff Roles.
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  • April 1, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

Catch up on Sarasota's social news with this week's Black Tie & Tales.

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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 1, 2015
Fashion Insider: Stylish for Spring

Fashion Insider: Stylish for Spring

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Greylin, $148 at Fresh; Lavendar Brown printed shift dress, $160, at Fresh; Sachin & Babi Majestic Dress, $495, at The Met; Missoni brought back some of its classic patterns this season, seen here in these dresses at The Met.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 31, 2015
Fashion Insider: Spring Trends

Black Tie stopped in our local fashion houses to see what’s in store and find out what will be sticking around through fall.

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  • March 30, 2015
Black Tie Untied: The Firefly Gala

Black Tie Untied takes you behind the scenes at The Firefly Gala.

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Firefly Gala Chairwoman Ariane Dart on stage before the Bret Michaels concert
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  • March 28, 2015
The Firefly Gala

Guests attended The Firefly Gala on Saturday, March 28, at The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club.

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Co-Chairs Chip Gaylor and Marjorie Floyd
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 27, 2015
Pique Nique Sur la Baie

Guests attended New College of Florida's Pique Nique Sur la Baie on Friday, March 17, at New College of Florida-Charles Ringling Mansion.

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Co-Chairs Dave and Brenda Maraman and Lucille and Bill Smith (not pictured: Mike and Kathy Martella)
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 27, 2015
Van Wezel Foundation Gala

The Van Wezel Foundation hosted its annual gala featuring Sarah McLachlan on Friday, March 27, at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Mike and Amie Boyce
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 27, 2015
Felines and Fenders

Cat Depot hosted Felines and Fenders on Friday, March 27, at Encore Motorcars.

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Co-Chairs Larry and Carol English
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 26, 2015
SPARRCle on the Bay

SPARCC hosted SPARCCle on the Bay at Sarasota Yacht Club on Thursday, March 26.

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    A time to celebrate |
  • March 25, 2015
Just Married: Hayley Wielgus and Max Winitz

Hayley Wielgus and Max Winitz were married March 7, at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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Graci McGillicuddy
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  • March 25, 2015
People With Purpose: Graci McGillicuddy

Black Tie sat down with Graci McGillicuddy to find out more about her roots in philanthropy and her insatiable passion for being the voice of abused children.

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Sixteen years of hospitality from hosts Rita and Ron Greenbaum. Photo by Heather Merriman.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 25, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

Catch up on this week's Sarasota social news with Black Tie & Tales.

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Banh Mi Maui tacos from Libby’s
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 24, 2015
11th annual JFCS Celebrity Chefs Food & Wine Tasting

Guests attended the 11th annual JFCS Celebrity Chefs Food and Wine Tasting on Tuesday, March 24, at The Resort at Longboat Key Club.

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Whitney Stewart with Co-Chairs Carol Buchanan, Nancy Markle and Jonna Keller
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 23, 2015
Women in a Changing World

Women's Leadership Council hosted its Women in a Changing World Discussion Panel on Monday, March 23 at Mildred Sainer Pavilion. Following the discussion guests gathered at Asolo Repertory Theatre for desserts and conversation.

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Adam and Suzanne Armbruster with Candace Anderson and Dalia Shyelitch
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • March 23, 2015
Florida Winefest and Auction: Wine on the Water

Guests attended Florida Winefest and Auction: Wine on the Water on Sunday, March 22, at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall bayfront.

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