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More than 25 guests gathered to celebrate the soon-to-be mommy of three Diana Buchanan on May 11 at The Field Club. Photo courtesy of Diana Buchanan
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 17, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 05.18.17

From star sightings at Dick Vitale Gala to baby showers that brought May flowers, here's a recap of the latest social happenings.

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Outgoing Junior League of Sarasota President Britt Riner and incoming Junior League of Sarasota President Erin Duggan
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 16, 2017
Junior League of Sarasota wraps up another year of service

Erin Duggan took over as president of the league at the organization’s annual dinner on May 16 at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 16, 2017
Circus Arts Conservatory welcomes supporters to the big top for luncheon

La Cirque Appetit, a fundraiser for CAC, took place on May 16 at Sailor Circus Arena.

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Honorees Graci and Dennis McGillicuddy
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 13, 2017
YMCA recognizes some of Sarasota’s biggest hearts

Seven residents were awarded the YMCA Golden Heart award on May 13 at Michael’s On East.

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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
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  • 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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