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Honoree Nancy Page and Chairwoman Dana Keane
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2018
Caring Hearts gather for First Step's 15th annual luncheon

The Caring Hearts Luncheon was held Feb. 27 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2018
Patrons dress to impress Shakespeare for FST fundraiser

Shakespeare's Shindig: A Modern Day Renaissance was hosted Feb. 26 at Florida Studio Theatre.

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An arrangement of wildflowers decorated the tables.
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 26, 2018
Legacy luncheon brings the Junior League of Sarasota together

The 16th annual luncheon was held Feb. 26 at Michael's On East.

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Veronica Brady, Noah Feldman and Wendy Deming. Photo by Cliff Roles
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 26, 2018
Leaders gathered for "Better Together" Feb. 23 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Harvard Law Professor and author Noah Feldman spoke to eventgoers about civility, integrity and citizenship.

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 24, 2018
Puppy love fills the air at Michael's On East

Animal Rescue Coalition hosted its Unconditional Love Gala on Feb. 24.

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 24, 2018
High school artists celebrated at The Bash

Education Foundation of Sarasota County held The Bash on Feb. 23 at The Westin Sarasota.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 23, 2018
Guest wine and dine for St Jude Children's Research Hospital

The third annual Foodlosophy was held Feb. 23 at Michael's On East.

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Hope Byrnes, Kathy Scott, Julie Baker and James E. Duffy
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 23, 2018
Literacy Matters Luncheon awards Suncoast Technical College

The Literacy Council of Sarasota held its annual luncheon on Feb. 23 at Michael's On East.

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Co-Chairwomen Terri Klauber and Renee Phinney
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 22, 2018
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida brings South Africa to Sarasota

Cooking for Wishes: A Taste of Africa was held Feb. 22 at Michael's On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 22, 2018
Ringling’s top donors get sneak peek of Toni Dove exhibit

The latest exhibit in the Searing Wing of The Ringling was presented to loyal supporters at the Circle Member Preview Dinner Feb. 21.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 21, 2018
Fashionista Donna Koffman shares her style tips, tricks and secrets

Take a peek inside Donna's "unique, whimsical, and a little edgy" closet.

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Abigail Kate Lewis, 4, helps announce her new siblings. Photo by Emmalee Legler.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 21, 2018
PGA golfer Ben Curtis, and his 2003 British Open trophy, party crash and photo bomb

The golfer gave the ladies at the Women's Sports Museum a surprise.

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Last year, the decor at Foodlosophy included vintage postcards and vibrant-colored signs with produce scattered around. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2018
'Foodlosophy' event menu inspired by patients

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s third annual culinary event puts a spin on patients’ favorite foods.

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 19, 2018
Opera patrons gather to celebrate the year

The Opera's Co-Producer Donor Luncheon was held on Feb. 19 at Michael's on the Bay.

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 16, 2018
Van Wezel Foundation celebrates 30-year anniversary

The foundation hosted their annual gala on Feb. 16 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center

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