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"If there isn't music, you can't get enough feeling out of it," Natalie Almeter, center, says of theater. "I love music." Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 29, 2012
East County resident makes opera debut

East County resident Natalie Almeter loves to sing and recently began testing her vocals with the Sarasota Opera.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Liz Cantarine captured this pink sunrise over a pond in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 29, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Liz Cantarine captured this pink sunrise over a pond in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Patches is one of many dogs available for adoption at Honor Animal Rescue. The mixed-breed dog is deaf and rescue volunteers are seeking a special home for him.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2012
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Patches

Patches is one of many dogs available for adoption at Honor Animal Rescue. The mixed-breed dog is deaf and rescue volunteers are seeking a special home for him.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
More than 1,000 people signed up for the race.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Take Stock in Children Race

East County residents rallied for education during the annual Take Stock in Children 10K/5K/Fun Run fundraising race Feb. 26, at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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Caroline Halfacre and her 8-year-old son Charlie enjoyed spending the afternoon with their good friend Kim Brewer and her son Hayden, 12.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY:2012 Meet the Rays Luncheon

Members of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and The Manatee Chamber of Commence geared up for the upcoming baseball season with the 2012 Meet the Rays Luncheon Feb. 24 at the Polo Grill and Bar. Attendees enjoyed lunch while mingling with management and meeting pitchers Jeremy Hellickson, Matt Moore and Jake McGee.

  • East County
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A patriotic ride started off the day's festivities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: The Observer Cup

East County residents braved the windy weather Feb. 26 and headed to the Sarasota Polo Club to watch The Observer Cup.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Pictured clockwise from bottom left: Hannah Pogue, Taylor Pogue, Cory Anderson, Tim Kenney, Miranda Miller and Ashlee Todd.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Josh Rogers & Brett Wagner Benefit Concert

East County residents flocked to Hunsader's Rockin' Ranch Feb. 25 to support the families of Josh Rogers and Brett Wagner, longtime friends who died following a Christmas Day car accident. Guests enjoyed a bonfire, raffles, food, live music and more during the fundraising event.

  • East County
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Nicholas Ortega, 4, spun the wheel for a prize.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 26, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Carnival

Families of McNeal Elementary School gathered Feb. 25 in the school's courtyard for a school carnival. Guests enjoyed carnival-style games, a dunk tank, inflatables, food, prizes and more.

  • East County
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George Bassa had a blast fishing with his grandchildren, Tyler Perkins, Cooper Ryan and Emily Perkins.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Youth Fishing Tournament

About 100 aspiring fishermen and their families gathered around Summerfield Lake Feb. 25 for the Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club Youth Fishing Tournament.

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  • Neighbors
The Bill Family: Tessa, Scott, Morgan and Deborah.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Honoring Navy SEAL Brian Bill and His Fellow SEALS: A Benefit for the Navy SEAL Foundation

East County residents paid tribute to the life of U.S. Navy SEAL Brian Bill and his fellow U.S. Navy SEAL Team 6 team during Honoring Navy SEAL Brian Bill and His Fellow SEALS: A Benefit for the Navy SEAL Foundation Feb. 24 at the Lakewood Ranch Cinemas. Bill was among those killed after the Taliban fired a rocket-propelled grenade into their helicopter during a mission in the Maidan Wardak province of Afghanistan. During the fundraiser, guests enjoyed a mid-morning reception followed by a private screening of the film 'Act of Valor,' a film inspired by true events and starring active-duty Navy SEALs.

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Allison Tibor and Brianna Riehl danced the night away.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Divas and Daddies Dance

Fathers and daughters at Freedom Elementary School danced the night away tonight during the school's Divas and Daddies Dance.

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  • Neighbors
The Braden River Elementary cafeteria staff put together a special rock star menu for the event.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Elementary School Cafeteria Rock Star Day

Students at Braden River Elementary School let the good times roll during the school's Cafeteria Rock Star Day Feb. 23. During their lunch periods, students enjoyed a special rock star menu and listened to rock and roll hits played by the Guitar Center's Stephen Miller and Jimi Gee. The event celebrated BRE's Learning Rocks school theme.

  • East County
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Rick Obeid, of New Panel Homes, today caulks one of five new dog cottage at Honor Animal Rescue's Ranch on Lorraine Road. Volunteers from T.J. Maxx painted the structures Wednesday.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 23, 2012
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Building homes

Rick Obeid, of New Panel Homes, today caulks one of five new dog cottage at Honor Animal Rescue's Ranch on Lorraine Road. Volunteers from T.J. Maxx painted the structures Wednesday.

  • East County
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The Dietrich family was recognized for its contribution. Pictured are students Tyler and Alexsa, with their parents, Sandi and Billy, and grandparents, Sandy and Bill.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 23, 2012
ODA opens new baseball facilities

The Out-of-Door Academy on Feb. 21 celebrated the grand opening of its new Thunder Baseball Concession Building and Scorer's Booth.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Patrick Kopfle, Kayla Moore and Bob Kirscher of the Broken Egg
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 22, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance MemberFest

Members of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance enjoyed an evening of fun and games during the organization's MemberFest 2012 block party Feb. 22 on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. Those in attendance enjoyed playing games, sampling food from local restaurants, a wacky member awards presentation, prizes, networking and socializing with other members.

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