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  • 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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T. Georgiano's, Bernardo booties, $199
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 7, 2018
Fashion Insider: Fall into Florida

Clara Reynardus de Villanueva shares her personal style tips for enjoying fall in Florida

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 5, 2018
Aviva Jewish Housing Foundation hosts sweet evening

Keep the Dream Alive was held Nov. 6 at Michael's On East.

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Hosts Stanley Kane and Betsy Kane-Hartnett
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 5, 2018
First Starry Night Dinner celebrates "The Music Man"

The Asolo Repertory Theatre dinner was held Nov. 5 at the home of Stanley Kane.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 5, 2018
Poodle lovers unite for fifth annual Puttin' on the Poodle

The Sarasota Friends of Florida Poodle Rescue's luncheon was hosted Nov. 5 at Michael's On East.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Brunch on the Bay cheers to 25 years

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee's annual brunch was hosted Nov. 4 at the USF Sarasota Manatee campus.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra supporters enjoy melodies and brunch

Brunch – A Musical Journey was held Nov. 4 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 4, 2018
Guests dine on lobster for Children First

The Rockin' Lobster beach party was hosted Nov. 3 at Sharky's on the Pier in Venice.

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Chairwoman Sue Jacobson and Chairman Chuck Hamilton
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 1, 2018
Clambake guests support New College scholarships

Guests dined (ironically) on lobster Nov. 1 at the 40th Anniversary New College Foundation Annual Scholarship Clambake.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 1, 2018
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital paints with emotion

The fourth annual Foodlosophy was held Nov. 1 at Michael's On East.

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Co-Chairwomen Lisa Jackson, Lisa Giglio and Renee Ryckman
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • November 1, 2018
Children First supporters dip their toes in the sand

Flip Flops & Fashion was held Nov. 1 at Sharky's on the Pier in Venice.

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Co-Chairwomen Donna Koffman and Tammy Karp
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • October 31, 2018
Moffitt Cancer Center hosts educational luncheon

The Moffitt Cancer Center Luncheon was held Oct. 31 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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