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  • October 15, 2023
Goodwill Manasota honors community ambassadors during annual luncheon

The nonprofit recognized six individuals Oct. 12 for their dedication to giving back.

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  • October 12, 2023
Friends of Sarasota Ballet kick off season with Meet Me at the Barre

The opening party gave attendees a primer on the excitement to come for the Sarasota Ballet's upcoming season.

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  • October 1, 2023
Gilkey Fund hosts a magic moment

The event Sept. 30 raised money for pediatric cancer research at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.

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  • Liz Ramos
  • September 22, 2023
Sisterhood for Good hosts annual Designer Bag Bingo

The Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser drew more than 100 women to raise money for Manatee and Sarasota nonprofits.

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  • September 10, 2023
Girls Inc. kicks off with Totally Tailgate

Patrons enjoyed a casual football-themed event with games, food and live music.

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  • August 27, 2023
Children win at first Casino Night

Suncoast Charities for Children hosted a games night fundraiser Aug. 26 at the Sarasota Event Center as part of its Suncoast Summer Fest series.

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  • August 2, 2023
Forks & Corks moves to January 2024

The popular fest hosted by Sarasota-Manatee Originals is moving back to its original schedule.

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  • May 22, 2023
Circus Arts debuts Wonderball fundraiser

DJ Steve Aoki headlined the inaugural event for the Circus Arts Conservatory on May 12.

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  • May 6, 2023
2023 Dick Vitale Gala has record-setting fundraising night

The event raised $12.4 million for The V Foundation for Cancer Research.

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  • Harry Sayer
  • May 4, 2023
Black Tie and Tales: A Black Tie Goodbye

Black Tie Editor Harry Sayer bids farewell to the Observer Media Group.

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  • May 1, 2023
Black Tie and Tales: Hermitage Artist Retreat celebrates creatives at dinner

Junior League of Sarasota models take on Lilly Pulitzer, Hermitage Artist Retreat hosts its annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner and more.

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  • April 30, 2023
Sarasota Ballet honors executive director at Gala Royale

The Sarasota Ballet's annual gala paid tribute to Executive Director Joseph Volpe at the Circus Arts Conservatory on April 30.

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  • April 28, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters brings Spring Soiree to Lakewood Ranch

The annual Spring Soiree was held at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club on April 27.

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  • April 27, 2023
Selby Gardens highlights Tiffany Glass at Lunch in the Gardens

Tiffany Glass work was highlighted at the latest Selby Lunch in the Gardens at Michael's on the Bay on April 26.

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  • April 23, 2023
Forks and Corks pours up at 2023 Grand Tasting

The Forks and Corks food and wine festival hosted its Grand Tasting event at the Ringling Museum of Art on April 23.

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