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Laura Stuart Wood was afraid her linens would clash, but she had nothing to fear. Photo by Cliff Roles
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • November 19, 2017
Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center celebrates its miracles

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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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

The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrated its 18th anniversary.

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Chairwoman Jean Weidner-Goldstein, Award Winner Jennifer Rominiecki, Chairwoman Gerri Aaron and Teri Hansen
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  • 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
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  • 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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Children's Guardian Fund President Carol Belmont and Chairwoman Jasmine Candlish
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 16, 2017
Children’s Guardian Fund lifts up guests at annual luncheon

The nonprofit hosted Helping Our Kids Soar on Nov. 16 at Michael’s On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 15, 2017
Selah Freedom rocks the boat with fall fundraiser

The nonprofit, which fights sex trafficking and helps local victims, hosted a new fundraiser on Nov. 15 at The Westin Sarasota.

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Surrounding honoree Mickey Fine (center) are event committee members (left to right) Betty Perlmutter, Marty Katz, Debbie Yonker, Gloria Weed, Barbara Brizdle, and Fran Lambert — Courtesy photo
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  • November 15, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 11.16.17

From Wine, Women & Shoes fun facts to an inside look at philanthropist David Chaifetz's birthday party, we've got your social news of the week.

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Honoree Barbara Zdravecky and Co-Chairwoman Katie Hayes
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  • November 13, 2017
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida hosts renamed fall luncheon

Planned Parenthood renamed its annual fall luncheon to Leaving in High Style: A Fashion Luncheon celebrating Barbara A. Zdravecky, which was held on Nov. 13 at Michael's On East.

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  • November 13, 2017
JHCF supports Aviva with annual Keep the Dream Alive dinner

The annual Jewish Housing Council Foundation fundraiser supporting Avia - A Campus for Senior Life took place Nov. 13 on the Aviva campus for the first time.

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