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The Beach Comber II model at the Cottages of Callista Village offers nearly 2,000 square feet of living space.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 15, 2012
Regional home parade showcases local builders

The HBA Manatee Sarasota will host its annual Parade of Homes Feb. 18 through March 4.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Michael Tesar took this sunset photo the first day of the Manatee County Fair.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 15, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Michael Tesar took this sunset photo the first day of the Manatee County Fair.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Eight-year-old Arianna Romano enjoyed a special Valentine’s Day donut and milkshake with her mom Cindy.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 14, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Elementary Valentine's Day Lunch

Students at McNeal Elementary School spent lunch with the ones they love during a special Valentine's Day lunch Feb. 14.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sixth-graders Sydney Blocker, Vivian Lu and Tali Leckie made sure to get their free Icees.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 13, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Middle School Renaissance

Students at Braden River Middle School were recognized for their scholastic achievements during the school's Renaissance event Feb. 10. Those in attendance enjoyed bounce houses, a rock wall, music and Icees.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
There were plenty of Porsches to view at the Sarasota Polo Club on Sunday.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • February 13, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Polo and Porsches

The Suncoast Porsche Cup was held Sunday, Feb. 12 out at the Sarasota Polo Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 13, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Debbie Goss

Lakewood Ranch Town Hall employee Debbie Goss loves this meatloaf recipe because it's quick and easy and reminds her of her childhood in Oklahoma.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Kathy Weisblat and Michael Williamson
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 13, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm-Aire Valentine's Dance

East County couples gathered Feb. 11, at the Palm-Aire Country Club for a special Valentine's Dinner Dance event

  • East County
  • Neighbors
D.A. Mattingly, Margorie Miele and Jennie Mattingly
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 13, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Our Lady of the Angels' Fashion Show

Ladies of Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church gathered Feb. 11, at the Polo Grill's Fete Ballroom for the "Hey, Look Us Over!" Fifth Annual Fashion Show, presented by the Saint Clare of Assisi Women's Guild.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nick Blazakis taught Gus Kontonickas how to make loukoumathes.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 11, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Greek Glendi

East County residents were transported to the Grecian isles Feb. 10, as St. Barbara's Greek Orthodox Church hosted its annual Greek Glendi event. The festival runs through Feb. 12.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Christian Mark, Danielle and Ryann Vogel and Skylar Cox couldn't resist a sweet treat.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Father/Daughter Dance

Fathers and daughters at Braden River Elementary School danced the night away Feb. 10 during the school's Father/Daughter Dance.

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Elisabeth and Gil Waters with Gulf Coast Builders Xchange Chairman Lem Sharp
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: GCBX 60th Anniversary

Members of the Gulf Coast Builder's Xchange celebrated the organization's 60th anniversary Feb. 9, during the 2012 GCBX Annual Dinner event, held at the Polo Grill's Fete Ballroom.

  • East County
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Honoree Alice Cotman, right, with her mother, Fannie Nierenberg
  • By Elaine Glickman
  • February 9, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sisterhood Honors Luncheon

Ladies of Temple Emanu-El enjoyed an elegant and festive afternoon Feb. 5, as they participated in Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood's Honors Luncheon, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 8, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Jordan Boyer

Jordan Boyer is a Haile Middle School student who just released her first song, "Goodbye Love." Read more about Boyer in our candid Q&A.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 8, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Dave Kostura

Lakewood Ranch resident Dave Kostura is a photography enthusiast and the focus of this week's neighbor's feature. Read more about him in our candid Q&A.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 8, 2012
Car show to rumble onto Ranch Main St.

It's a car lover's dream Valentine's Day gift.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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