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  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 8, 2017
Sarasota Film Festival rocks out in J.D. Hamel Park

A new film fest event, Sea and Be Scene, was held on April 7.

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Chefs Marc Ganz, Chris Covelli, Paul Mattison, Mara Cristiani, Alex Vasquez, Sam Ray, Mike Donohue, Laszlo Brevardi and Allan Yu
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 8, 2017
Florida Winefest & Auction holds Banquet on the Block

The annual festival dinner was held on April 6 on Lemon Avenue.

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Kathy Leon, Elizabeth Earp and Co-Chairwoman Diana Napoliello
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 7, 2017
Neuro Challenge shines bright with ‘A Night Under the Stars’

The annual fundraising gala was held on April 7 at Michael’s On East.

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Co-Chairwomen Caryn Patterson, Stacey Corley and Alicia Chalmers
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 7, 2017
Junior League of Sarasota looks back on 60 years of service

The philanthropic women’s organization celebrated its 60th Anniversary on April 6 at The Francis.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 6, 2017
Compeer Sarasota celebrates its new children’s program

The mental health-focused nonprofit had a great deal to celebrate at its luncheon on April 6 at The Francis.

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Co-Chairwoman Susan Malloy Jones, Renee Phinney, Jenn Stutler and Shana Zamikoff
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 6, 2017
Moffitt Foundation hosts kickoff reception for upcoming luncheon

The invite-only event was held on April 5 at Michael’s Wine Cellar.

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Heidi Evans and Cornelia Matson
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 5, 2017
Historic Spanish Point celebrates 35 years

The annual luncheon, renamed Magic on the Bay, was held on April 4 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 3, 2017
Asolo Rep supporters take a walk on the wild side

The annual season announcement party on April 3 at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts had an exotic touch this year.

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Many gal pals of Brigid Saah gathered to celebrate the mommy-to-be on April 2 at Sarasota Yacht Club. Photo courtesy of Heather Saba
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 3, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 04.06.17

It was all about babies, birthdays and...wait for it...Flo Rida last week on the social scene.

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Co-Chairs Andy and Ruth Maass, Honorees Marilyn and Irv Naiditch and Co-Chairwomen Gerri Aaron and Betty Schoenbaum
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 2, 2017
AJC West Coast Florida honors Marilyn and Irv Naiditch

The organization’s National Legacy of Leadership Award Dinner took place on April 2 at Michael’s On East.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 2, 2017
Flo Rida performs at Firefly Gala 2017

The annual fundraiser for Forty Carrots Family Center took place on April 1 at The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 2, 2017
Sarasota Film Festival kicks off with block party

The opening night celebration of the annual festival was celebrated March 31 outside the Sarasota Opera House.

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Alice Murphy, Tina Shao-Napoli and Dan Napoli
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 1, 2017
Wine Walk to the Ca’ d’Zan transports guests to the 1920s

The annual fundraiser for the Ca' d'Zan Preservation Fund was on March 31 at The Ringling.

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Co-Chairwomen Susan Malloy Jones, Sally Schule and Veronica Brady
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 1, 2017
Girls Inc. celebrates its strong, smart and bold honorees for 2017

The annual Celebration Luncheon was held on March 31 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota and packed a punch of girl power.

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Jonna Keller, Co-Chairwoman Carol Poteat-Buchanan and Dario Ferrer
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 31, 2017
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe entertains guests at April Fools’ Fete

The theatre company’s annual spring fundraiser was held on March 30 at Michael’s On East.

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