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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 18, 2018
Equality Florida brings breakfast to dinner time

The Suncoast Celebration was hosted Nov. 18 at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

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Robyn and President and CEO Bill Sadlo
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 18, 2018
Boys & Girls Club honors a legacy

Champions for Children was hosted Nov. 17 at the Lee Whetherington Boys & Girls Club.

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Chairman Pat Ball and Judy Ball
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 16, 2018
Party at the Point guests get Florida Fancy

Historic Spanish Point hosted its annual fundraiser Nov. 16 on the grounds of its White Cottage.

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Co-Chairwoman Tomeika Hunter-Koski and Debra Flynt-Garrett
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 16, 2018
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe goes groovy

The Let's Get It On Gala was held Nov. 16 at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

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Co-Chairs Elizabeth Moore and Marko Radisic with President and CEO Elizabeth Melendez Fisher
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 15, 2018
Selah Freedom stirs the waters against sex trafficking

Rock the Boat was hosted Nov. 15 at The Westin Sarasota.

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Co-Chairs Lisa and Matt Walsh, Monica Verinder, Honoree David Verinder and Co-Chairs Lizzie and Dr. Dean Hautamaki
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 15, 2018
American Jewish Committee honors David Verinder

The AJC Civic Achievement Award Dinner was held Nov. 15 at Michael's On East.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 15, 2018
Children's Guardian Fund aims high for children

The Helping Our Kids Soar Fall Luncheon was held Nov. 15 at Michael's On East.

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Guests were able to preview the show before dinner.
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 14, 2018
Circle Members get first look at new exhibition

The Circle Member Preview Dinner was hosted Nov. 14 at The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

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Tatyana Sharoubim-Stewart
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 14, 2018
Firefly Chairwoman announced the 2019 band at Wine, Women & Shoes

Ke$ha is coming to Sarasota, Laura Proctor celebrated her birthday, JCFS is looking for giving individuals and more.

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  • Shane Donglasan
  • November 13, 2018
National Philanthropy Day celebrates leaders in giving

Volunteers, donors and organizations were honored for their contributions at the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Nov. 13 at Michael's On East.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 12, 2018
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida shows off its style

The Always in Style Luncheon and Fashion Show was held Nov. 12 at Michael's On East.

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 11, 2018
The Sunshine Kids supporters put on their best western wear

Rhinestones and Ranchers was hosted Nov. 10 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 9, 2018
Forty Carrots supporters sip, socialize and shop at Wine, Women & Shoes

The annual Signature Luncheon benefiting Forty Carrots Family Center was held Nov. 9 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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Bart Lowther and Jesse Perez
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 8, 2018
Vinters Dinner kicks-off Wine, Women & Shoes

The Forty Carrots sponsor reception was hosted Nov. 8 at Michael's Wine Cellar.

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Co-Chairwoman Peggy Wood, President Gina Gregoria and Co-Chairwoman Marsha Thompson
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 7, 2018
Former White House florist presents at 2018 Flower Talk

The Founders Garden Club of Sarasota hosted Floral Diplomacy Nov. 7 at Michael's On East.

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