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Michelle Kapreilian, Geri Jo Manson and Jennifer Abbott
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 14, 2015
Giving Matters 2015 Gems of Philanthropy Luncheon

The Association of Fundraising Professionals hosted the Giving Maters 2015 Gems of Philanthropy Luncheon on Tuesday, April 14, at Michael's On East.

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Sepi and Ryan Ackerman with Emily and Rob Stroud
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 11, 2015
Sailors & Sandals

Take Stock in Children hosted Sailors & Sandals at the Sandcastle Resort on Lido Key on Saturday, April 11.

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Ellen Cavanaugh, Terry Sullivan, Daniel Avshalomov and Charlotte Isaacs
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 10, 2015
La Musica 'Musical Chefs'

La Musica hosted its annual interactive dinner ‘Musical Chefs’ on Friday, April 10, at Michael’s On East.

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Calvin Burnett, Ben and Ashlee Hutchens, Dan and ‘Champion for Girls’ Award Recipient Sherry Watts and Danny and Fondren Watts
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 10, 2015
27th annual Celebration Luncheon

Girls Inc. hosted its 27th annual Celebration Luncheon 'Fuel Her Fire' on Friday, April 10, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Jenny Alday Townsend, Kelly Abercrombie, Stacy Hanan, Michelle Senglaub and Jennifer Compton
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 9, 2015
Celebration Luncheon Sponsor Party

Celebration Luncheon sponsors gathered at The Field Club on Thursday, April 9, for the Girls Inc. Celebration Luncheon Sponsor Party.

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Sharon Black Floyd, Nancy Blackburn and Alex Quarles
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 8, 2015
First Annual Founders Luncheon

Designing Women Boutique hosted the First Annual Founders Luncheon on Wednesday, April 8, at The Francis.

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Back row: Jillian McClone, Royston Smith, Tracey Viviano and Gillian Francis. Front row: Mary Heck, Kara Pallin, John Mason, Jane Glennan and Mary Lou Moulton. Photo by Cliff Roles.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 8, 2015
Black Tie & Tales 4.9.15

A Fair Legacy Fares Well; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair

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Janet Hunter
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 8, 2015
People with Purpose: Janet Hunter

Janet Hunter, a longtime volunteer in Sarasota, discusses where her passions lie after 24 years of involvement in the community — as well as why she feels a personal obligation to pay it back.

  • Black Tie
Asolo Repertory Theatre hosted Season Celebration on Stage on Monday, April 6.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 6, 2015
Season Celebration on Stage

Asolo Repertory Theatre hosted Season Celebration on Stage on Monday, April 6.

  • Black Tie
Laurie Fitch, Micki Sellman, Carol Hyde and Pat Golemme
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 6, 2015
Russian Variations Showcase Event ‘Soiree A La Russe’ honoring Margaret Barbieri

Sarasota Ballet hosted Russian Variations Showcase Event ‘Soiree A La Russe’ honoring Margaret Barbieri on Monday, April 6, at The Francis.

  • Black Tie
Yvette and Len Fishman with Teresa and Bob Simmons
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 1, 2015
April Fools' Fete

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe hosted its annual April Fools' Fete on Wednesday, April 1, at Michael's On East.

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Jeff Bronze and Co-Chair Merrill Bonder
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • April 1, 2015
Going for the Gold Sponsor Party

YMCA Foundation of Sarasota hosted the Going for the Gold Sponsor Party on Wednesday, April 1, at a private home.

  • Black Tie
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.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 1, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

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

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

Fashion Insider: Stylish for Spring

  • Black Tie
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.
    By
  • 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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