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Graycen and Clementine Schwartz celebrated their 13th and 12th birthdays, respectively, at Michael' s On East on Jan. 21. Photo courtesy of Ashley Gruters
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  • February 1, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 02.02.17

From giving birthday girls to thirsty fashion show attendees, this is what you missed on the social scene last week.

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  • January 31, 2017
Sarasota YMCA thanks donors and volunteers

The Sarasota Family YMCA Donor/Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon was held at The Francis on Jan. 31.

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  • January 30, 2017
Asolo throws penthouse party for Starry Night Dinner 2

The latest event in the Asolo Repertory dinner series celebrated the company's newest production, "Born Yesterday."

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Honorary Chairman Jeffrey Mayers with Community Superstar Honorees Linda Carson, Jack Duncan and Steven Roskamp
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  • January 30, 2017
Aging in Paradise hosts enchanting evening

The resource center’s annual gala was held at Lido Beach Resort on Jan. 29.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 29, 2017
Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival closes with Grand Tasting

The 10th annual event was again held at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 29, 2017
Circus Arts Conservatory turns 20

The organization’s annual gala doubled as a birthday bash Jan. 28.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 28, 2017
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, Inc. hosts annual ball

The annual event was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Jan. 28.

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 28, 2017
Temple Beth Sholom cheers to 90 years

The 1920s kept roaring at Temple Beth Sholom’s 90th anniversary gala.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 27, 2017
Forks and Corks kicks off with VIP preview

Sponsors and other supporters of the festival gathered at Audi Sarasota Jan. 26.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 27, 2017
Selah Freedom brings light to the darkness with annual fashion show

The fourth annual A New Beginning fashion event was held at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 26, 2017
AJC West Coast Florida welcomes speaker Avital Leibovich

Director of AJC Jerusalem Avital Leibovich gave the keynote address at the AJC Winter Lunch & Learn event Jan. 26.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 24, 2017
Girls Inc. thanks Champions for Girls

The nonprofit celebrated its top donors at a reception Jan. 24.

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David Auxier, director of career development for Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County, with Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County members Christina Polokonis and Kat Barbieri with Cheri Pachter and club member Fatima Demlak
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 23, 2017
Jewels on the Bay Designer Showhouse kicks off with preview party

Attendees got the chance to see a room designed by members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County Jan. 21.

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The centerpieces at the Sarasota Opera Gala were created by Becky Creighton of Flowers by Fudgie, and because no cherry blossoms could be found, they were replaced with pink roses, pink bougainvillea and orchids.
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  • January 23, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.26.17

From ritzy galas to famous speakers, this is what you missed on the social scene last week.

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  • January 22, 2017
Sarasota Opera kicks off winter season with “A Japanese Affair”

Supporters enjoyed dinner, dancing and multiple performances Jan. 21.

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