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Co-Chairwomen Nancy Cohen, Sylvia Pastor, Marion Levine, TBI vice president, and Co-Chairwoman Gloria Feibus
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 27, 2017
Temple Beth Israel salutes the Oscars

The annual gala was held on Feb. 26 at Michael’s On East.

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Back: Bob Bartner, Philip and Nancy Kotler, Ron Greenbaum, Ed Winnick; Front: Jerry and Joelle Hamovit, Shirley Fein and Sydney Goldstein
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 26, 2017
Eight over 80 honors outstanding Sarasota seniors

The award recipients were honored on Feb. 26 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 26, 2017
Big Top Gala transports guests to the 'Circus of Yesteryear'

Event-goers enjoyed a night of touching stories and thrilling circus acts on Feb. 25 at Feld Entertainment Studios.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 25, 2017
Temple Sinai sets sail for annual gala

Guests boarded the S.S. Sinai for Temple Sinai's nautically themed gala.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 25, 2017
Bethesda House revels in Mardi Gras Madness

The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. program hosted the event on Feb. 25 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Education Foundation of Sarasota County President Jennifer Vigne with Board Chairman Tom Koski
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 25, 2017
Sarasota County art students celebrated for their work

The Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc. held its new event, createSRQ, on Feb. 24.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 25, 2017
Literacy Matters Luncheon features author Nelson Lauver

The 10th annual luncheon was held at Michael’s On East on Feb. 24.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 23, 2017
Florida Winefest & Auction celebrates its 2017 artist

Winefest supporters gathered at William Kelley studio on Feb. 23 for a private reception.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 23, 2017
Local Make-A-Wish chapter cooks up a memorable fundraiser

The seventh annual Cooking for Wishes proved that when it comes to philanthropy, there’s never too many cooks in the kitchen.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 22, 2017
Caring Hearts Luncheon inspires attendees

The 14th annual event was hosted by First Step at Michael’s On East on Feb. 22.

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Veronica Brady and Co-Chairs Tom and Sherry Koski
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 21, 2017
Sarasota Orchestra performs 'A Little Night Music'

The orchestra’s biggest fundraiser of the year was held at Municipal Auditorium on Feb. 21.

  • Black Tie
20 plus girlfriends gathered at Yoga Shack on Feb. 13 for their third annual "Galentine' s Day" celebration. Photo courtesy of Ashley Gruters
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 20, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 02.23.17

From a healthy girl's night out to some of the season's most creative outfits, this is the scoop on last week's social happenings.

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Chairwoman Terri Najmolhoda with Art Center Sarasota Executive Director Lisa Berger
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 20, 2017
iconcept gives local designers creative opportunity

The 9th annual event was held at Saks Fifth Avenue on Feb. 19.

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Co-Chairwomen Shelley Sarbey, Tatyana Stewart, Dawn Epstein, Alexandra Jupin and Debbie Dannheisser
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 18, 2017
Animal Rescue Coalition presents artful gala

The annual Unconditional Love Gala was held on Feb. 18 at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 17, 2017
St. Jude Catholic Church hosts annual gala

The church and hispanic center held its annual fundraiser at Michael’s On East on Feb. 17.

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