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Black Tie

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 24, 2017
Party on the Pass transports guests to a ‘Hot Night in Havana’

The ninth annual animal hospital fundraiser was held on March 24 at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 24, 2017
Art in the Dark shines light on the issue of vision loss

Lighthouse of Manasota hosted the second annual event on March 24 at Michael’s On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 24, 2017
Salute to the Stars Luncheon celebrates artist award winners

The annual Sarasota Opera event honored artists and staff members on March 24 at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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Charlotte Watts celebrates her third birthday with cousin John-Ford on March 19 at Columbia Restaurant. Photo courtesy of Fondren Watts
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  • March 22, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 03.23.17

From unicorn-themed birthday parties to television star sightings, here's what you missed on the social scene last week.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 21, 2017
JFCS supporters wined and dined at annual food and wine tasting

The Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast held its Celebrity Chefs Food & Wine Tasting on March 21 at the Resort at Longboat Key Club.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 21, 2017
Women’s Resource Center honors Betty Schoenbaum

The annual Renaissance Legacy Luncheon was held on March 21 at Michael’s On East.

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Co-Hosts Ron and Rita Greenbaum
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 20, 2017
Asolo announces next season’s lineup

The annual major donor party was held on March 20 at the home of Rita and Ron Greenbaum.

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Co-Chairs Tom and Sherry Koski
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 18, 2017
An Evening at the Avant-Garde sends guests out of this world

Ringling College of Art and Design’s 21st Annual Scholarship Event was held on March 18 at Ringling College of Art and Design.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 17, 2017
Nashville songwriting stars slide into home plate

The Orioles hosted a star-studded philanthropy event on March 17 at Ed Smith Stadium.

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Co-Hosts Kim Morey Wheeler and David and Pamela Steves
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 16, 2017
March Anu & Friends Dinner features Sergei Nakariakov

The march installment of the monthly Sarasota Orchestra dinner series was held on March 16 at The Field Club.

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Major Ethan Frizzell, Honoree Gerri Aaron, Chairwoman Kim Cornetet, Betty Schoenbaum and Major Sue Frizzell
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 16, 2017
Glitz at the Ritz supports The Salvation Army

The annual Schoenbaum Humanitarian Award Luncheon was held on March 16 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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Doc Wallace (pictured with Masako Carlson and Haunani Wallace) found his custom cat bowtie on Etsy.com, which he wore proudly to Cat Depot' s Stop in the Name of Love Gala on March 11 at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 15, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 03.16.17

From best-dressed contests to baby announcements, here's the latest on the Sarasota social scene.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 14, 2017
Pines of Sarasota thanks its top donors

The Giving Tree Society Luncheon was held on March 14 at Michael’s on the Bay.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 13, 2017
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet hosts March luncheon

The monthly Showcase Luncheon was held on March 13 at Michael’s On East.

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Maria El Shahawy, Dr. Mahfouz El Shahawy and Co-Chairwoman Renee Hamad
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 12, 2017
Friendship Center Gala takes guests around the world in one evening

Friendship Around the World was held on March 12 at Michael’s on the Bay.

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