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Willy Lee submitted this reflective photo, taken on the Myakka River.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 23, 2013
Weather

Willy Lee submitted this reflective photo, taken on the Myakka River.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Gullet teacher Jennifer Santora, far left, walks with her daughter, Isabella, near left.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 23, 2013
Walk this way

Students, parents and teachers of Gullett Elementary walked to school Wednesday, Oct. 9, to celebrate Walk to School Day.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 23, 2013
Wrappers, movers ready

Adopt A Family Manatee needs volunteers to help set up as it moves into its warehouse Oct. 25 and Oct. 28.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Models wore bridal gowns that were donated to Brides Against Breast Cancer.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 23, 2013
Fashion for a cause

'Makeup Your Mind' Fashion Show and Luncheon was held Saturday, Oct. 5, at River Club Clubhouse.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Judy Bjork and Brady Theisen
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Empty Bowls

The Food Bank of Manatee held its 13th annual Empty Bowls luncheon Saturday, Oct. 19, on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Charisse May, Joann Hutchinson and Sara Kasten
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Survivors and supporters gathered at Sarasota Polo Club Saturday, Oct. 19, for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
With his parents Monica and Joe Sweeney looking on, Kevin, 12, began his third season playing TOPSoccer at the end of September with his older brother Tom, 14, serving as his buddy.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
Just for Kicks

Twelve-year-old Kevin Sweeney began playing soccer for the Braden River Soccer Club's TOPSoccer program last fall.

  • East County
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East County residents catch up on their Observer news while sightseeing at Stonehenge in the English countryside.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Vote now for your favorite "It's Read Everywhere" photo!

Voting is now live for the Observer's "It's Read Everywhere" photo contest.

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  • Neighbors
Mixed team winners Mary Lane, Jennifer Davies, Donna Kemp and Justin Powers
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 16, 2013
Furry fundraiser

Bailey's Buddies held its second annual Golf Tournament and Luncheon Oct. 5, at Tara Golf and Country Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lori Guerin presents Caryl Herschman with the award for Woman of the Month.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 16, 2013
Wonder woman

Successful Women Aligning Together (SWAT) named Caryl Herschman its Woman of the Month.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 16, 2013
Raising hope

Kiddie Academy raised more than $7,000 for Hope Family Services at its fourth annual Apple Gala Oct. 5.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nancy Barrie with Tommy and Jaymie Klauber and Chef Stephane Pierre
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 16, 2013
Newly renovated Polo Grill and Bar prepares to open its doors

Two months ago, Lakewood Ranch's Polo Grill and Bar began renovation. Now, it is preparing for its official opening night Nov. 1.

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 16, 2013
Haunted Happenings

From haunted houses to zombie zip tours, find your perfect Halloween activity.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 16, 2013
Pumpkin patch roundup

Check out our listing of pumpkin patches in Manatee and Sarasota counties.

  • East County
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Donna Euston, 55, traded in her flight-attendant uniform for skates and shiny dresses that color a post-retirement hobby that has become a passion.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 16, 2013
Tropical Spice hits the ice

Donna Euston is a Lakewood Ranch resident and member of Tropical Spice on Ice, an adult synchronized ice skating team that has lost three teammates to breast cancer.

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