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Community Activities Corp. Director Lori Basilone is the organization's only employee.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2010
Community Activities moves headquarters

The not-for-profit will move its headquarters to the Summerfield Information Center this week.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 16, 2010
Lakewood runners win regional crown

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team scored 44 points to capture the Class 3A-Region 3 Championship Nov. 12 in Estero.

  • East County
  • Sports
Artisans' World Marketplace president Sandy Ramsey said the store represents artisans from more than 60 countries across the world.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 16, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Artisans' World Marketplace

Artisans' World Marketplace opened its new Lakewood Ranch location Nov. 12.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2010
More judges needed for history fair

More than 1,700 students are entered in this year's Manatee County History Fair, which will be held Nov. 17 at the Manatee Convention and Civic Center.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2010
Commission welcomes new members

Newly elected county commissioners Michael Gallen and Robin DiSabatino will take their oaths of office Tuesday. The board also is set to discuss the design of the Fort Hamer Bridge.

  • East County
  • News
Musician Jim Camastro performs with Goodbyeddie as part of the festivities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 14, 2010
Firemen cook up fun

East County residents flocked to Lakewood Ranch Main Street Nov. 14 for the second annual Chili Cook Off event. Festivities included live entertainment, fire trucks, chili tasting and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Market-goers chose from a wide variety of fresh produce at Lakewood Ranch's Farmers Market Nov. 13.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2010
Farmers Market takes root on Ranch Main

Dozens of residents ready for fresh produce were waiting in line as the Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market opened for the 2010 season Nov. 13. The market features fresh fruits and vegetables, live music, refreshments and a myriad of other products. The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays, through April 9, 2011.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Connor Losada, 8, showed off his climbing skills at the rope challenge.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2010
Families frolic at Tara fall fest

From inflatable obstacle courses and carnival games to performances and plenty of treats, Tara Elementary School students and families enjoyed a day of fun at the school's Fall Festival Nov. 13. The event also featured an auction for baskets created by classes at Tara.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Henry Swain represented Bronco Wine Company.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Ranch Rotary uncorks annual Wine Fest

Thousands ate, drank and were merry at the ninth annual Suncoast Food & Wine Fest Nov. 13 at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines as well as food from more than 35 area restaurants.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Staff Sgt. Lyle Allen salutes the memorial flag as his wife, Ashley, sang the national anthem.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Veterans dedicate San Marco memorial

Organizers of the Veterans Memorial Park at San Marco Plaza hosted a dedication ceremony Nov. 13 at the park. Memorial Board of Directors members Dr. Stanley Appel, Richard Allen, Delbert Hyland, Robert Moffa, David Neff, William Wallace and Pamela Hager Rice honored local veterans with several awards throughout the ceremony.

  • East County
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Rusty, owned by the Walker family, won the prize for best costume.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2010
Paws on parade for 'pink cause'

Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at Central Park in Lakewood Ranch Nov. 13 for the Paws for the Pink Cause event. Festivities included a dog costume parade, raffles and other activities. Proceeds from the event benefited Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • East County
  • News
Clockwise from bottom left: Barbara Beam, Pat Abbotoy, Paula Kelly, Michel Callahan, Rose Vinopal, Margie Jaudon, Jeanne Larranaga and Norma Lake
  • By Carol Eichert
  • November 12, 2010
'Tropical Dreams' fashion show benefits Adopt-A-Family

Dreams came true Nov. 6 during the "Tropical Dreams" Fashion Show and Luncheon at Stoneybrook in Heritage Harbour. The sixth annual event, which was sponsored by Stoneybrook's Dining Out Club, raised more than $5,500 for Adopt-A-Family of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nicki Caffaro and Judi Graybill have been members of the Women’s Club for more than 15 years.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
'Bells ring for Bealls' at Palm Aire fashion show

More than 230 ladies flocked to the Palm Aire Country Club Nov. 12 for the Palm Aire Women's Club's "Bells are Ringing for Bealls" event. Guests enjoyed lunch and raffles before getting a glimpse of the latest fashions during the fashion show.

  • East County
  • News
The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines for tasting as well as specialty beers.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: SunCoast Food & Wine Fest

The Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club will host the ninth annual SunCoast Food & Wine Fest from 1-4 p.m., Nov. 13, at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane.

  • East County
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High JROTC Color Guard assists Freedom Elementary students Richard Garst and Brantley Deines raise the American Flag.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 12, 2010
Students let freedom ring

Freedom Elementary School students, faculty and staff showed their patriotism during the school's annual Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Remembrance Ceremony Nov. 12. During the ceremony, the school honored our veterans, active military and first responders in support of Veterans Day.

  • East County
  • Schools
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