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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 13, 2017
Center for Architecture Sarasota hosts The Modern Party

The annual fundraiser took place on May 12 at the Center for Architecture Sarasota.

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Honoree Brian Kelly, Event Planner Mary Kenealy, Host Dick Vitale, Honoree Bob Huggins and V Foundation for Cancer Research CEO Susan Braun
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 12, 2017
Dick Vitale honors sports stars at annual gala

The sold-out 12th Annual Dick Vitale Gala took place on May 12 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 12, 2017
Girls Inc. celebrates its Champions for Girls

The top supporters of Girls Inc. of Sarasota County were honored on May 11 at Girls Inc. of Sarasota County.

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Lydia Gartner accepted the grant awarded to Foundation for Dreams on May 11 at Community Foundation of Sarasota County.
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 12, 2017
Florida Winefest & Auction awards grants to local charities

The winefest, a not-for-profit organization, held its annual grant ceremony on May 11 at Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

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Honoree Jack Minge and Chairwoman Bunny Skirboll
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 11, 2017
Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center celebrates partner agencies

The Collaboration Celebration Luncheon took place on May 11 at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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Carl Kaseman, Richard Gress, Tim Towell and Mark Waeltin — Photo by Peter Acker
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 10, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 05.11.17

From graduation parties to helicopter ball drops, here's the latest on the Sarasota social scene.

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Markie Smith and Beth Silverstein
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  • Anna Brugmann
  • May 7, 2017
Ear Research Foundation hosts derby-themed fundraiser

Ear Research Foundation presents Derby Day fundraiser on May 6 at Michael's On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 7, 2017
Jack Dusty sends guests off to the races

The restaurant and bar held its annual Derby Day party on May 6 at Jack Dusty.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 6, 2017
Designing Daughters takes guests on an adventure under the sea

The organization’s annual gala took place on May 5 at Mote Marine Aquarium & Laboratory.

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Ida Zito, Diane Roskamp, Jean Weidner Goldstein and Margaret Wise
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 3, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 05.04.17

The end of April means the end of season, but there's been plenty going on around Sarasota.

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Co-Chairwomen Pat Golemme, Jean Weidner Goldstein and Hillary Steele
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 30, 2017
Sarasota Ballet hosts last major fundraiser of the season

On Pointe benefited Dance — The Next Generation on April 30 at Sarasota Opera House.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 28, 2017
Shine On! brings island breezes to Bradenton

The annual fundraiser for Visible Mens Academy took on a Caribbean theme on April 8 at Visible Men’s Academy.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 28, 2017
Make-A-Wish benefits from interactive dinner

More than 200 people attended the annual fundraiser.

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Goodwill Manasota Vice President of Foundation Veronica Brandon Miller and Goodwill Manasota President and CEO Bob Rosinsky
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 28, 2017
Goodwill Manasota recognizes its top volunteers

The annual Goodwill Ambassador Recognition Luncheon took place on April 28 at Michael’s On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 28, 2017
SMHF gets patrons excited for upcoming golf tournament

The pre-reception for the 16th annual Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Golf Tournament was held on April 27 at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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