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Every table at the Sarasota Orchestra's Side By Side Brunch was adorned with an elegant orchid centerpiece. Each orchid was then donated to local extended-care facilities. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
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  • November 14, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 11.17.16

From ribbon cuttings to record label signings, it was quite a week...

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 13, 2016
Sarasota Youth Orchestra members jam out for Side By Side Brunch

The annual brunch was held at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 13, 2016
Larry Miller performs at Laugh Your Paws off Gala

The 24th-annual "Hot Dogs and Cool Cats" event raised funds for the Humane Society of Sarasota County.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 12, 2016
Hermitage Artist Retreat hosts Artful Lobster

Supporters of the retreat listened to opera and enjoyed a gourmet meal.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 12, 2016
Bestie Brunch kicks off the holiday season

The three-course brunch benefited Mote Marine Laboratory.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 11, 2016
Emerald City Ball dazzles with performances by cast of 'The Wiz'

West Coast Black Theatre Troupe’s 17th anniversary celebration featured an award presentation, several performances and a special announcement.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 10, 2016
Argus Foundation honors local community leaders

The foundation hosted the annual event to honor Michael Saunders and the late Bill Merrill Sr.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 9, 2016
Founders Garden Club of Sarasota presents Flower Talk ‘Forever Green’

The luncheon featured a presentation by Mario Nievera, FASLA.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 9, 2016
"Living With AIDs, What a Drag" drag show raises money for CAN

Community AIDs Network held the annual fundraiser at Michael's On East.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 9, 2016
First Starry Night Dinner of the season sets the bar

Supporters of the Asolo Repertory Theatre were welcomed to the home of Stanley Kane.

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Jazzabelle Morales hits a pose on the runway as the last model of the show.
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 9, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 11.10.16

Here's the scoop from last week's events...

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 8, 2016
Lilly Luncheon brings vibrance to Sarasota Yacht Club

The 3rd-annual luncheon and fashion show was hosted by the Junior League of Sarasota.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 7, 2016
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet celebrate a new season

The organization hosted the first of its showcase luncheons at Bird Key Yacht Club.

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Steve Greenbaum and USF System President Judy Genshaft
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 6, 2016
USF hosts Brunch on the Bay

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee held its annual fundraising event on Nov. 6. University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee held its annual fundraising event on Nov. 6.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 6, 2016
Children First hosts rockin’ fundraiser

Attendees jammed into the night at the annual Rockin’ Lobster Beach Party

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