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  • January 18, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.19.17

From work anniversaries to a bride who said "yes to the dress," we've got the inside scoop on the latest social news.

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  • January 17, 2017
New Hermitage Artist Retreat luncheon steals the show

The organization’s new Muse Luncheon was held at Michael’s On East on Jan. 17.

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Kirt and Marina Anderson
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  • January 15, 2017
Bradenton Opera Guild honors Roger Bingaman

The organization held its annual Winter Soirée at Palm Aire Country Club Jan. 15.

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  • January 15, 2017
Selby hosts Chairman’s Circle Dinner

The gardens celebrated its top donors at Michael’s on the Bay Jan. 15.

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Jurgen Otto, Martin Godbey and Chuck Freeman
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  • January 14, 2017
Van Wezel Foundation hosts dinner before Jay Leno performance

Supporters of the foundation celebrated at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Jan. 13.

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  • January 13, 2017
Marc Chagall’s granddaughter speaks at Lion of Judah and Pomegranate Luncheon

Bella Meyer gave lecture after several new “lions” and “pomegranates” were inducted.

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  • January 13, 2017
Guests indulge at relaxing Junior League of Sarasota fundraiser

New Year, New You was held at Fresh Salon & Spa on Jan. 12.

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  • January 11, 2017
RCLA Town Hall Lecture Series kicks off with annual dinner

Inspirational speaker Liz Murray spoke at the Platinum Appreciation Dinner Jan. 11.

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Tyler and Marissa Rossnagle, Chad Ciaravella, Lori Hagey and Pat and Erin Robinson. Photo by Niki Kottmann
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  • January 11, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.12.17

From star sightings to glamorous engagement parties, we have the scoop on the latest social news.

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Carol Papish and Mary Tucker
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  • January 10, 2017
More Too Life hosts private screening and cocktail reception

Supporters of the nonprofit viewed an episode of “The Hero Effect” on local philanthropist Dr. Brook Bello.

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  • January 9, 2017
Two art forms collide to create A Celebration of Two Worlds: Music and Dance

The unique event featured performers from American Ballet Theatre and the Metropolitan Opera on Jan. 8.

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  • January 8, 2017
Artists travel from Italy to open the 2017 Basch Glass Exhibition

The exhibit opened with a private reception at The Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery on Jan. 7.

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  • January 7, 2017
Born to be Wild Party kicks off Thunder by the Bay

The annual event was held for the first time at Fête Ballroom on Jan. 6.

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Co-Chairwomen Edie Chaifetz and Audrey Robbins
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  • January 5, 2017
Perlman Music Program Sarasota Winter Residency goes out with a bang

The PMP Sarasota Residency ended with “Event Under the Tent” on Jan. 5.

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Linda Lipson and Ellen Echales
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  • January 4, 2017
Jewish Federation of Sarasota - Manatee welcomes newcomers

JFSM held the reception at The Francis on Jan. 4.

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