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  • December 2, 2016
Corinthian Society inducts new members

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

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  • 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.

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  • 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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  • November 30, 2016
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From adorable escorts to fashion double-takes, here's the latest on the social scene...

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  • 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
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  • November 25, 2016
People with Purpose: Lisa Bechtold

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

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  • 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
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  • November 21, 2016
Equality Florida Suncoast honors Transgender Day of Remembrance

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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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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Douglas S. Staley, CEO of Child Protection Center, laughs as Graci McGillicuddy cheers him on during their ice cream party.
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  • November 18, 2016
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From special birthday celebrations to the announcement of the Firefly Gala 2017 performer, a lot happened last week...

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  • November 17, 2016
CAN celebrates 25 years of service to those living with HIV/AIDS

Community AIDS Network Sarasota held its anniversary celebration Nov. 17.

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  • November 17, 2016
VIP Vintners Reception sets the stage for Wine Women & Shoes

The annual precursor to the Wine Women & Shoes Signature Luncheon was held on Nov. 17.

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  • November 16, 2016
Pines of Sarasota hosts annual Wit and Wisdom of Aging Luncheon

The event benefited Pines of Sarasota Rehabilitation and Senior Care Community.

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