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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 28, 2019
Observer Media Group Black Tie launches new social app

The Black Tie Bash was held Feb. 28 at Michael's On East.

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Jean Weidner Goldstein, President Ida Zito, Tom Urfer, Chairwoman Joan Campo-Liga and Monia Joblin
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2019
Designing Women Boutique hosts first Salon Series dinner

The Salon Series dinner was held Feb. 27 at Designing Women Boutique.

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President Amy Sankes, Speaker Laura Schroff and Chairwoman Cheryl Burstein
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2019
Junior League of Sarasota Sustainers spend the afternoon with Laura Schroff

The annual Legacy Luncheon was hosted Feb. 27 at Michael's On East.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 26, 2019
Wonder Women fly into Women's Resource Center awards luncheon

The Spring Legacy Luncheon was hosted Feb. 26 at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

The second-annual gala was held at Art Ovation Hotel

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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.

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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.

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    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.

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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.

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Nick, Jennifer, Grayson and Emma Tullio with (back) Regional Director Rebecca Blitz
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  • 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.

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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.

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