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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 4, 2016
Clambake for a cause

The annual New College Clambake was held on the lawn of College Hall on Nov. 3.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 3, 2016
Beachside fashion show benefits Children First

The annual Flip Flops and Fashion Luncheon and Fashion Show was held at Sharky’s on the Pier.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 3, 2016
Circle members get a sneak peek at new Ringling exhibit

Circle Exhibition Preview Dinner acts as Grand Opening of the Keith D. and Linda L. Monda Gallery of Contemporary Art.

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Sally Schule, Dr. Caryn Silver and Irene Nathanson
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 2, 2016
Observer releases behind-the-scenes video from Key to the Cure

Check out our insider look at one of the biggest events of the season

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Xavier and Donna Koffman, Max Schukenous, Sydney Kauffman and Robert McCampell
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 2, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 11.03.16

Here's what you missed last week...

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 1, 2016
Sarasota Orchestra sets the tone with first dinner of the season

The orchestra welcomed staff and supporters to the first of three Anu & Friends Dinners.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 1, 2016
Local poodle-lovers lend a helping paw

Attendees at the annual “Puttin on the Poodle” luncheon raised funds for Florida Poodle Rescue.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 31, 2016
JFCS honors three couples at new awards ceremony

Jewish Family and Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. hosts Inaugural Legacy Awards Luncheon

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 30, 2016
LECOM raises money for student scholarships

The annual dinner and auction was held at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 30, 2016
Oceanic Evening marks end of Mote’s Oceans of Opportunity Campaign

The annual gala was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Saturday, Oct. 29.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 30, 2016
Safe Sex Halloween Bash gets attendees in the holiday spirit

The annual Planned Parenthood costume party fundraiser was held at Michael’s On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 28, 2016
Key to the Cure kicks off the social season

More than a thousand gathered to raise money for Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 28, 2016
Share the Light Luncheon honors community contributors

Second Chance Last Opportunity celebrates 21 years at annual luncheon.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 26, 2016
Asolo Rep gets donors excited for a new season

The Asolo Welcome Back Party was held on Thursday, Oct. 26.

  • Black Tie
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • October 26, 2016
Lunch in the Gardens event introduces public to Michael's on the Bay

Attendees at "Orchid Madness" enjoyed the first public event at Selby's new venue.

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