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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 3, 2017
Make-A-Wish makes holiday dreams come true at annual fundraiser

Christmas in Candyland got guests in the yuletide spirit on Dec. 2 at Michael’s On East.

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Kathryn Shea, President and CEO and Stacy Pinkerton
    By
  • Daniel Perales
  • December 2, 2017
Festival of Trees celebrates its 30th Anniversary

The 30th Anniversary of Festival of Trees benefiting the Florida Center for Early Childhood was held on Dec. 1 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • November 30, 2017
Asolo Rep holds its first event at The Westin Sarasota

The Director's Take Luncheon took place Nov. 30 at the new downtown hotel.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 30, 2017
Planned Parenthood honors retiring CEO

The organization gathered to honor retiring CEO Barbara A. Zdravecky after 24 years of leadership.

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Chairwomen Jane Hunder and Gerri Aaron
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2017
Pines of Sarasota Foundation luncheon features witty panelists

The Wit and Wisdom of Aging Luncheon was held on Nov. 29 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
Laura Stuart Wood was afraid her linens would clash, but she had nothing to fear. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 27, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 11.30.17

From a linen mishap to an impressive Turkey Trot, here's the latest on the social scene.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 20, 2017
Florida Poodle Rescue organizes barking good time

The nonprofit hosted its annual Sarasota luncheon, Puttin’ on the Poodle, on Nov. 20 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • November 19, 2017
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County celebrates Champions For Children

Under The Tuscan Sun honored Drs. Robert and Patricia Gussin on Nov. 18 at the Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 19, 2017
Equality Florida celebrates 20 years

The 2017 Suncoast Celebration honored the progress of Equality Florida at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 19, 2017
Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center celebrates its miracles

The collaborative nonprofit center gathered for the Miracles on 17th Street event.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 18, 2017
Hot Dogs and Cool Cats Gala raises a paw to 25 years

The 25th annual "Hot Dogs and Cool Cats Gala" raised funds for the Humane Society of Sarasota County.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • November 18, 2017
Historic Spanish Point supporters 'dance through the decades' at Party at the Point

The annual fundraiser was held on Nov. 17 at Historic Spanish Point.

  • Black Tie
Sarasota Municipal Auditorium
    By
  • Daniel Perales
  • November 17, 2017
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe -“Motown Mania"

The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrated its 18th anniversary.

  • Black Tie
Chairwoman Jean Weidner-Goldstein, Award Winner Jennifer Rominiecki, Chairwoman Gerri Aaron and Teri Hansen
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 17, 2017
AJC’s 2017 Civic Achievement Award Dinner honors Jennifer Rominiecki

The annual award dinner recognized the president and CEO of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens on Nov. 16 at Michael’s On East.

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Tom and Debbie Trimble with welcome back party host Margaret Wise — Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 17, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 11.23.17

From a welcome back party to a donor celebration, Sarasotans were busy Thanksgiving week.

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