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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
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  • 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
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  • April 23, 2017
Hermitage Artist Retreat awards David Burnett

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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.
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  • 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
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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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Debbie Partridge ensured her table embodied the spirit of the season on Easter Sunday. Photo courtesy of Debbie Partridge
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 17, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 04.20.16

From festive table settings to Easter engagements, we've got the scoop on the latest news on the Sarasota social scene.

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Owen' s Fish Camp — Photo courtesy of Inside Elsewhere
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  • April 14, 2017
Vogue Magazine calls Sarasota potentially 'Florida's best kept secret'

A freelancer for the renowned fashion and lifestyle magazine recognizes Sarasota for its "perfect beaches" and "mid-century charm."

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  • April 10, 2017
Final showcase luncheon of the year honors ballet volunteers

Friends of the Sarasota Ballet hosted the closing event on April 10 at Michael’s On East.

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Steve Johnson, Jen Rust, and Jeff and Nikki Sedacca — Photo by Cliff Roles
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  • April 10, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 04.13.17

From engagement parties to special announcements, here's what you might have missed on the social scene last week.

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