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Black Tie

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 16, 2016
Men sip and shop to raise money for Child Protection Center

CPC supporters flocked to the Edson Keith Mansion on Dec. 15.

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Ann Logan and Ann Wurlitzer
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 15, 2016
Lights in Bloom brings holiday cheer to Selby

Selby Chairman’s Circle members got the first look at the gardens’ light display Dec. 15.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 15, 2016
Designing Daughters presents 15 philanthropic organizations with grants

The annual grant ceremony awarded over $60,000 to local philanthropies.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 14, 2016
Embracing Our Differences supporters gain insight from program participant

The philanthropy held its annual luncheon at Michael’s On East on Dec. 14.

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  • December 14, 2016
Arts & Cultural Alliance honors Sarasota principals

The event was held on Dec. 14 onstage at the Sarasota Opera House.

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Jennifer Simms, Jessica Bringas, Carley Ochs, Kelsey Alholm, Ashley Thomas, Trisha Stafford, Brigid Hewes-Saah, Teanna Wilson, Sarah Michele Horvath, Jennifer Wick, Ali Miller, Ashley Gruters, Kelly Causey, Jen Rust, Ashley Guttridge & Amanda Pileggi
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 14, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.15.16

From festive sangria to star-studded luncheons, we've got the scoop on the latest social news.

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2016 debutantes practice their father-daughter waltz at Municipal Auditorium Dec. 7. Photo courtesy of Billy D Photography
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 14, 2016
Then and Now: Local debutante program shifts its focus

There’s more to the debutante program than etiquette classes and Cinderella-style dances.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 11, 2016
JFCS hosts annual gala

The event benefited the Jewish Family and Children's Service of Suncoast, Inc.

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  • Katie Johns
  • December 9, 2016
Easter Seals celebrates 70 years

The event was held at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Friday, Dec. 9.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 9, 2016
Selby tree lighting brightens attendees' holiday spirit

The new event was hosted by Selby Gardens Associates

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 8, 2016
Sarasota Opera Guild hosts Poinsettia Luncheon

The annual luncheon and fashion show was held at The Francis.

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  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 8, 2016
Déjà Blues event raises money for Women’s Resource Center

The 5th-annual Déjà Blues was held at The Grill at O-Bricks.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 7, 2016
Paula Abdul speaks at Michael’s On East

The pop star gave the keynote speech at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota Manatee Women’s Day 2016.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 6, 2016
Sarasota Ballet jingles all the way into the holidays

Friends of the Sarasota Ballet members celebrated at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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The theme of the party was "Jingle & Flamingle" to celebrate the holidays Florida style. Photo courtesy of Erin Christy
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  • December 5, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.08.16

From a Flamingo-themed holiday party to snow at an outdoor event in Florida, there were plenty of surprises on the social scene this week.

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