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Honorees Sharon Spelman, John M. Wilson, Steve Hogan, Barbara Redmond, Vic Meyrich, Stephanie Moss, Marian Wallace, Howard Millman, Bob Naismith and Eberle Thomas
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 27, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre celebrates 60 years

The 60th Anniversary Dinner was held Nov. 26 at The Westin Sarasota.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 26, 2018
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe had a record-breaking live auction at this year's gala

The Hello Gorgeous photo booth queens were crowned, the Women in Power honorees were announced and more on this week's philanthropy scene scoop.

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Co-Chairwoman Heather Hawley, President Ashley Guttridge and Co-Chairwoman Dani Sobolewski
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 21, 2018
Designing Daughters bartend for charity

Drinks with Daughters was hosted Nov. 20 at Evie's on Main.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 21, 2018
Fashion Insider: Animal Print

Bring out your wild side with these prints.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 21, 2018
Friends surprise Graci McGillicuddy at Children's Guardian Fund Luncheon

Graci McGillicuddy celebrated her 77th birthday, Brian Lipton plans a surprise, Cause 4 Fashion tickets are selling quickly and more.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 20, 2018
Familiar Faces: Michelle Kapreilian

Michelle Kapreilian never thought her journey would take her into nonprofit, but she has never felt more at home.

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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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