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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 9, 2019
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast host day for the girls

The Live, Laugh, Love Extravaganza was held Feb. 9 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Jill Raleigh, Kat Hughes, Emily Walsh, Executive Director Lucy Nicandri and Victoria Johnson
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 8, 2019
Suncoast Charities for Children kicks it country style

The Thunder by the Bay "Born to be Wild" Kickoff Party was held Feb. 8 at the White Buffalo Saloon.

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President and CEO Jonathan Fleece, Speaker Scott Hamilton and Chairwoman Cindy Stuhley and Tom Stuhley
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 8, 2019
Tidewell Hospice welcomes figure skater and cancer survivor Scott Hamilton

The 10th annual Signature Luncheon was hosted Feb. 8 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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Co-Chairman Scott Riviere, Executive Director Alison Grand, Co-Chairwoman Penelope Bodry-Sanders and Speaker Thomas Lovejoy
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 7, 2019
Lemur Conservation Foundation throws annual Lemur Gala

Red Ruffs and Roses was hosted Feb. 7 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Speakers Aly Busse and Karen Osborne
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 7, 2019
Ladies in science celebrate with tea party

Tea for the Sea was held Feb. 6 at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

  • Black Tie
Meg Lowman
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 6, 2019
Scientist mimics monarch butterfly with custom dress

50 Rotary Clubs band together, Circus Arts Conservatory puts a twist on pouring, Black Tie Bash is back and more this week.

  • Black Tie
Beyond Yoga, T.Georgiano's Boutique, $95
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 6, 2019
Fashion Insider: Athletic wear

Getting started on your fitness routine starts with the right outfit.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 3, 2019
Sarasota Opera Gala kicks off the 2019 Winter Opera Festival

Opera Gala: 'A Jeweled Affair — An Evening of Glamour and Glitz' was held Feb. 2 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 2, 2019
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast hosts night of nature

Palm Ball Woods of Wonder was held Feb. 2 at Bay Preserve at Osprey.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 1, 2019
Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County goes Western

Steak and Burgers 2019 served as both a fundraiser for Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County and celebration of the Youth of the Year.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 1, 2019
Circus Arts Conservatory throws showstopping soiree

The 2019 All New Circus Arts Gala was held Feb. 1 at the Ulla Searing Bigtop.

  • Black Tie
Chairwoman Joan Campo-Liga and Faith Goldman
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 1, 2019
Guests learn about forgetfulness and aging

The Salon Series Luncheon was hosted Jan. 31 at Designing Women Boutique.

  • Black Tie
Lucia and Steve Almquist
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 30, 2019
Chairman Circle celebrates a shining knight

The Chairman Circle Preview was held Jan. 30 at The Ringling Museum.

  • Black Tie
Mimi Carlin gets a blow out at Blow la la.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 30, 2019
Fashion Insider: Gala ready

See how co-chairwoman Mimi Carlin gets ready for her big event.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 29, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra hosts second dinner series of the year

The New Four Seasons Chamber Dinner was held Jan. 29 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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