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Ashton Watson, 1, was in awe of all the pumpkins available at Hunsader Farms.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • October 23, 2010
Families flock to fall fun on the farm

Thousands of residents from throughout the region flooded the East County for a weekend of fall fun at the Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival Oct. 23-24. The festival featured everything from live music and entertainment to games and, of course, the famous pumpkin patch. The festival will be open for one more weekend, Oct. 30-31.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Judith Williams, Debbie Mrstik, Kathy Cress, Kris Brown and Danielle Barnes of team Rak Pak.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 23, 2010
East County residents lace up for breast cancer

Decorated from head to toe in all shades of pink, hundreds of East County residents laced up their tennis shoes and gathered at the Sarasota Polo Club for the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk Oct. 23. Following the walk, participants enjoyed a survivor reception and brunch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Terry Needell
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 22, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Favorite part of fall

The East County Observer caught up with residents enjoying lunch on Lakewood Ranch Main Street today and found out what they love most about the transition to cooler weather.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lauren Perchitti, left, passed out samples of mulligatawny soup prepared by the Polo Grill and Bar.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 22, 2010
East County fills 'Empty Bowls' (VIDEO)

In just the first hour, more than 300 people had already turned out for the Empty Bowls event on Lakewood Ranch Main Street today benefiting The Food Bank of Manatee County.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Conner Lapek, Tucker Pope and Leroy Sebourn had a blast at the Fall Frolic.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 21, 2010
Families enjoy fall fun at Gullett frolic

Children and their families gathered at Gullett Elementary School the evening of for the school's Fall Frolic Oct. 20. Attendees enjoyed pizza and snacks, dancing and other festivities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2010
Honi Hanta hosts fall fest

Girls of all ages enjoyed beautiful weather and plenty of activities at the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida's Camp Honi Hanta Fall Festival Oct. 17.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO Jim Wilson and Clinical Nurse Manager Angeline Hale received the Patriot Award from ESGR's Dave McCormick.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2010
Wilson, Hale receive awards

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO Jim Wilson and Clinical Nurse Manager Angeline Hale received honors from the Department of Defense last week.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ayden Kirk was all smiles as he tried on a firefighter's helmet.
  • By Dianne Trask
  • October 19, 2010
Lakewood Goddard School enjoys firefighting experience

Children at The Goddard School in Lakewood Ranch enjoyed the sights and sounds of a real fire engine when the school hosted a fire truck visit from Pierce Manufacturing Oct. 8. Children experienced holding and spraying water from a hose and trying on a firefighter's hat, among other activities.

  • East County
  • Schools
Spectators watched from any spot they could find - even from the roofs of their cars - as a stuntman drove a car off the Ringling Bridge.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Bridge stunts conclude with fiery explosion (WITH VIDEO)

Sanborn Studios filmed the final action scene of its new action TV series "Miami 24/7" Sunday on the John Ringling Bridge. Some drivers sat in traffic for up to 30 minutes during an exciting stunt when a car was driven off the bridge.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Brody Leiberick, 4, loves John Deere tractors.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 15, 2010
Lakewood Ranch celebrates 15 years

Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch celebrated the 15th anniversary of the community's first home sale with a special fall festival event Oct. 15 at the Sarasota Polo Club. Festivities included live music, hayrides, bounce houses, food and drink, raffles and other activities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 13, 2010
Sniglet finds home within home

In celebration of the recent grand opening of Sniglet's Dog Bakery, Custom Wood Designs owner Bob Sietman built a custom doghouse as a gift for the store's owner and family friend, Jennifer Rebokus-Scott.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarah Funaro and Katelyn Lange
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 9, 2010
RANCH HOMECOMING: The Dance

The students at Lakewood Ranch High School celebrated in style during the school's Homecoming dance Oct. 9. The gymnasium and lobby were both decorated with the overall dance theme in mind, "Dance like an Egyptian."

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ceiliah Epner and Valarie Wadsworth.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 9, 2010
Junior League hosts Oktoberfest

The Junior League of Sarasota celebrated Oktoberfest Sarasota 2010 Oct. 9 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributors in Lakewood Ranch. The event included a silent auction, food and an assortment of beers to enjoy. The money raised by the event went to the Community Outreach Program in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Motorcycles took over Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 8, 2010
Bikers cruise into Lakewood Ranch

The fifth annual West Coast Bike Rally took place Friday, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. From 5 to 11 p.m. the street was blocked off so that attendees could enjoy bands, food and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Judges Ms. Becky Austerman, Mr. Ben Hall and Dr. Tom Zellers.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 6, 2010
Lakewood showcases student talent

Lakewood Ranch High School held its Lakewood's Got Talent show Wednesday in the auditorium. The show featured 15 different acts and was well attended by students, parents and faculty.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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