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Black Tie

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 4, 2016
Designing Women Boutique hosts enchanting gala

The annual fundraising event was held at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens on Dec. 3.

  • Black Tie
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 3, 2016
Christmas in Candyland grants holiday wishes

It was beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Michael's On East Dec. 2.

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Chairman and Chairwoman Bill and Tavia Ames
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 3, 2016
The Florida Center transports Sarasotans to a winter wonderland

The 29th-Annual Festival of Trees lived up to its “Winter Woods” theme.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 2, 2016
Compeer thanks its donors for their support

Friends of the organization were celebrated at The Francis.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 2, 2016
Corinthian Society inducts new members

The top donors for the Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation were celebrated at Sarasota Yacht Club.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 1, 2016
Neuro Challenge Foundation hosts fashion show fundraiser

The annual event was held in the grand foyer of Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2016
Rebecca and Richard Hopkins receive Luminaire Award

The Fine Arts Society of Sarasota honored the two at its annual luncheon.

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Shani Walker reacts to the news that she won best shoes, judged by designer Adrienne Vittadini.
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.01.16

From adorable escorts to fashion double-takes, here's the latest on the social scene...

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2016
American Jewish Committee West Coast Florida celebrates Emily Walsh

The local AJC chapter honored Walsh with the 2016 Civic Achievement Award.

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Lisa Bechtold has served as the executive director of Take Stock in Children for 16 years. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 25, 2016
People with Purpose: Lisa Bechtold

The single mother of three also looks out for hundreds of at-risk youth.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 21, 2016
Selby supporters learn about the gardens' newest exhibit

Attendees enjoyed lunch and a lecture at the recently opened Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

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Jim LaPorte and Chairwoman Pauline Parrish
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 21, 2016
Equality Florida Suncoast honors Transgender Day of Remembrance

Festivities were held at Michael’s On East on Nov. 20.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 20, 2016
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County honors the Weiller family

The annual Honoring Champions for Children gala was held on Nov. 20.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 19, 2016
Wine Women & Shoes gives ladies a chance to strut their best footwear for a good cause

The annual event was held at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Friday, Nov. 18.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 18, 2016
Historic Spanish Point hosts roaring party

The historic site's annual fundraising event was held on Nov. 18.

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