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Models strut the runway in a variety of looks from SPARCC Treasure Chest.
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  • Harry Sayer
  • April 1, 2023
SPARCC debuts timeless looks at fashion show

Models walked the runway in a number of looks from the SPARCC Treasure Chest at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on March 31.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • April 1, 2023
Blue Ties & Butterflies celebrates 10 years

The annual Blue Ties & Butterflies fundraiser celebrated 10 years at Michael's On East on March 29.

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USF School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Dean Cihan Cobanogalu with USF students
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  • Harry Sayer
  • March 30, 2023
HospitaBull 2023 moves to Art Ovation Hotel

More than 200 guests enjoyed meals made by USF students during the annual HospitaBull event at Art Ovation Hotel on March 28.

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Managing Director Linda DiGabriele and Linda Lacaprucia
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  • Harry Sayer
  • March 29, 2023
Asolo Repertory Theatre announces new season

Guests met for a series of events announcing the Asolo Repertory Theatre's latest season on March 27.

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Arthur Boyce and awardee Nina Tortelli
  • By Harry Sayer
  • March 26, 2023
Second Chance Last Opportunity hosts second Healing & Hope fundraiser

The returning Healing & Hope brought supporters to Michael's On East on March 24.

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    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 26, 2023
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation hosts 2023 Women & Medicine Educational Luncheon

The annual Women & Medicine Educational Luncheon featured a number of speakers and was held at Michael's On East on March 24.

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Andy Sandberg
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 22, 2023
Broadway stars join Andy Sandberg for Hermitage's 20th anniversary concert

Hundreds filled the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for the “Hermitage Turns 20: Andy Sandberg & Broadway Friends in Concert"benefit concert on March 20.

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Donna Koffman, Autumn Steiner and Jennifer Douglas
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 20, 2023
Humane Society gears up for Hollywood Bash

Aviva Senior Living hosts its Eight over 80 fundraiser, Mission Possible marks 25 years and more in this Black Tie and Tales.

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Pat and Larry Thompson
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 18, 2023
Avant-Garde 2023 brings the '70s to Ringling College

The latest Avant-Garde costumed fundraiser brought 70s styles to Ringling College on March 18.

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José Andrés speaks with Michael Klauber.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 15, 2023
Chef José Andrés headlines latest RCLA Town Hall event

Chef José Andrés headlined the latest RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series event on March 13.

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Joanne Hummert, Stacy Ridenour and Franz Hummert
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 15, 2023
Sarasota Opera hosts Opera Aficionado Dinner

The Sarasota Opera hosted its Opera Aficionado Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on March 13.

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Andy Sandberg will perform for the first time in year at the Hermitage's benefit concert.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 12, 2023
Hermitage Artist Retreat Artistic Director plans performance return

Andy Sandberg preps for his return to the stage, Planned Parenthood hosts its annual dinner and more in this week's Black Ties and Tales column.

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Board Chair Jim Travers, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell and co-chairwomen Susan Travers and Kathy Martella
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 11, 2023
Kenny Loggins headlines 2023 Van Wezel Gala

Kenny Loggins brought the jams at the 2023 Van Wezel Inspiration Gala on March 10.

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Executive Director Heather Todd with Teen Court students
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 10, 2023
Students awarded at Teen Court awards dinner

The Teen Court Scholarship Awards Dinner recognized several local students at Michael's On East on March 8.

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Sheldon Rhoden with “Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul".
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • March 7, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe announces 2023-24 season

WBTT supporters enjoyed a taste of what's to come with the company's upcoming season during the Hush! Hush! Party on March. 6.

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