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Victoria Hulland, Marilyn Nordby and President Donna Maytham
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 25, 2019
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet celebrate Mardi Gras

Carnival at Mardi Gras was hosted Feb. 25 at the Hyatt Regency Boathouse.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 25, 2019
Florida Studio Theatre goes country

Denim & Diamond Shindig was hosted Feb. 25 at FST.

  • Black Tie
SCF President Carol Probstfeld, Meredith Michaels, Bill Murphy and David Jones. Photo by Full Focus Photography.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 25, 2019
Child Protection Center rebrands Venice event

Billy Porter comes to Sarasota soon after making national headlines, Tomeika Hunter Koski becomes a grandma and more on the social scene.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 24, 2019
Temple Sinai hosts gala of roses, recognition

The gala and fundraiser was held at Laurel Oak Country Club.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 23, 2019
Gala sheds light on Sarasota police

The second-annual gala was held at Art Ovation Hotel

  • Black Tie
Brian Maddox and Andy Lyman
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 23, 2019
Local rotary clubs fight red tide

Rotary club members and guests gathered at Mote Marine Laboratory Feb. 23 to support red tide research.

  • Black Tie
Lisa and Dr. Charles Loewe with Judith and Chairman Steve Altier
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 23, 2019
Local American Cancer Society supporters shine bright at gala

Starry Night Soiree was held Feb. 23 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 23, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra Gala celebrates 70 years and legacy of Anu Tali

Sarasota Orchestra 70th Anniversary Gala and Tribute to Music Director Anu Tali celebrates 70 years and legacy of Anu Tali.

  • Black Tie
Executive Director Mary Dougherty, Sen. Mike and Dee Bennett and Bill Merrill
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 22, 2019
Gulf Coast Builders Exchange celebrates top construction companies

The 67th Annual Gulf Coast Builders Xchange Installation and Awards Banquet gave out four awards Feb. 21 at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Nick, Jennifer, Grayson and Emma Tullio with (back) Regional Director Rebecca Blitz
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 21, 2019
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida dives into giving

Cooking for Wishes: A Toast to the Sea was hosted Feb. 21 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
L. Boutique Spa, Voluspa candle, $35
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Fashion Insider: Weekend Unwindings

Have the ultimate self-care day after a long weekend with these tips and tricks.

  • Black Tie
Teri Andrews, Co-Chairwomen Marisa Merlino and Robyn Didelot and Barbara Cruz
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Caring hearts support mothers and infants program at First Step Sarasota

The Caring Hearts Luncheon was hosted Feb. 20 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Black tie is rolling out a new social app

Seal steals the show, Judi Gallagher rocks the runway and Emily Walsh brings back an iconic dress.

  • Black Tie
Paint Nail Bar, $18
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Fashion Insider: Statement Earrings

Go big and bold when it comes to your earrings this season.

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Delicate centerpieces decorated the tables.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 18, 2019
Lunch ends on a high note for Sarasota Opera co-producers

The Co-Producer Luncheon was hosted Feb. 18 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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