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Clara Reynardus de Villanueva, Tammy Karp, Donna Koffman, Shelley Sarbey, Jaclyn Brunckhorst, Elisabeth Waters and Umbreen Khalidi-Majeed
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 10, 2019
Seven ladies play up the eight elements of nature for Pique Nique

Child Protection Center starts campaign for 40th anniversary, Brent Greeno sports a special tie and more on this week's social scene.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 9, 2019
Circus Arts Conservatory supporters celebrate arena opening

The CAC Sailor Circus Arena Dedication and Grand Opening Dinner was hosted April 9 at the arena.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 9, 2019
Past Girls Inc. honorees celebrate newest award winners at luncheon

Girl’s Inc.’s honoree luncheon was held at Michael’s On East on April 9.

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Alyson Rozier and Lee Doughtery Ross
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 9, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra Friends toast to another season

The Grande Finale Luncheon: 'Younger Than Springtime!' was hosted April 9 at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

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Shane Chalke and Artistic Director Leymis Bolaños Wilmott
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 7, 2019
Sarasota Contemporary Dance hosts inaugural fundraiser

Dance Your Part was held April 7 at Waterworks.

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Pat and President Larry Thompson
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 7, 2019
Ringling College of Art and Design celebrates 20 years

The 20th Anniversary Party for Larry Thompson was hosted April 7 at Ringling College.

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Co-Chairs Matt and Krystel Beall, Stan and Jo Rutstein, Carol and Richard Kalikow and Lisa and Mitch Olan
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 7, 2019
Children First celebrates with storybooks

Fairytale Ball: "The Enchanted Library" was hosted April 6 at Michael's On East.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 6, 2019
Ringling Inspires campaign raises more than $100 million

The fundraising campaign finished a year ahead of schedule.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 6, 2019
Florida Winefest & Auction hosts main event

The Grand Tasting, Brunch & Charity Auction was held April 6 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 6, 2019
Florida Winefest & Auction wines and dines on Lemon Avenue

Banquet on the Block was held April 5.

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Co-Chairwomen Carolyn Ann Holder and Ann Magee
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 5, 2019
Sarasota Opera celebrates six decades

The Diamond Anniversary Celebration Concert and Dinner was hosted April 5 at Sarasota Opera House and Art Ovation Hotel.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 5, 2019
Donors dine in darkness to raise awareness

Southeastern Guide Dogs hosted Dining in the Dark April 4 at Art Ovation Hotel.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 4, 2019
Ladies lunch at Pique Nique Sur la Baie at Winefest

The Florida Winefest & Auction kicked off April 4 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 3, 2019
Kesha delivers "Godzilla" on request

My OMG days are winding down, the Black Tie App is working on updating, a local fashionista paints with color and more this week.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 2, 2019
Guests go to Narnia for Asolo Repertory Theatre's Season on Stage

The end of the season celebration was hosted April 1 on the Asolo's main stage.

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