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Sally Trout and Chairwoman Kimberley Carreiro
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 27, 2017
Tea for the Sea guests raise a pinky to Mote

Supporters of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium gathered April 27 at Sarasota Yacht Club for a high tea-themed benefit.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 27, 2017
Carolyn Michel speaks at April installment of Salon Series lecture

The actor and philanthropist spoke and performed at the monthly Designing Women Boutique lecture on April 27.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 27, 2017
Michael's On East celebrates 30 years

The beloved black tie hot spot is 30 years old today, so we sat down with the two men who made the establishment what it is today.

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Guy Peterson, Charles Bailey, Judge Lee Haworth and Iain Webb
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 24, 2017
CVA inducts new members into hall of fame

The Community Video Archives honored four new community members at its annual Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on April 24 at Michael’s On East.

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The Junior League of Sarasota New Member class created a sensory garden for Girls Inc. of Sarasota County on April. 22. Photos by Michaela Ristaino Photography
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 24, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 04.27.17

From multiple business anniversaries to a VIP experience on Sarasota Bay, we've got the latest on the Sarasota social scene.

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Hermitage Artist Retreat Board Chairwoman Debbi Benedict, Bill And Joan Greenfield, Tony Bannon, honoree David Burnett, Jill Greenfield Feldman and Hermitage Artist Retreat Executive Director Bruce Rodgers
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 23, 2017
Hermitage Artist Retreat awards David Burnett

The Greenfield Prize Dinner was held on April 22 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 22, 2017
Ringling patrons enjoy Mable’s beloved blossoms

Blossoms & Brunch was held in Mable’s Rose Garden on April 22 at The Ringling.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • April 22, 2017
Hershorin Schiff honors Ed and Betty Rosenthal

Hershorin Schiff honors Ed and Betty Rosenthal

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Andrew Doole adds champagne to the champagne fountain at the Suncoast Boat Show 2017 VIP Yacht Hop on April 21 at Marina Jack.
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 22, 2017
Suncoast Boat Show 2017 kicks off with VIP Yacht Hop

The 35th annual event began in style with an exclusive event on April 21 at Marina Jack.

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Co-hosts Ken and Jennifer Pendery and Billy and Nora Johnson with Rob and Jennifer Rominiecki and Michael and Terri Klauber
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 22, 2017
Selby hosts Garden to Plate dinner

Garden to Plate: An Evening in Chagall’s French Riviera took place on April 21 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 20, 2017
Humane Society supporters enjoy pawfect fundraiser

The 11th Annual Paws on the Catwalk fashion show and luncheon took place on April 20 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 20, 2017
Child Protection Center supporters spread their wings

The 5th Annual Blue Ties and Butterflies was held on April 19 at Michael’s On East.

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Co-Chairwomen Renee Hamad, Bev Bartner and Nikki Sedacca
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 19, 2017
Lunch in the Gardens brings scents of the French Riviera to Selby

The third and final event in the lecture series took place on April 19 at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 18, 2017
Renee Hamad gets roasted for Sertoma

The annual Sertoma Sarasota Celebrity Roast took place on April 18 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 17, 2017
Asolo throws swinging shindig for upcoming ‘Beatsville’

The third and final Starry Night Dinner of the season entertained guests on April 17 at the home of Elaine and Bill Crouse.

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