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  • By Ian Swaby
  • November 18, 2024
Former Ringling student takes home top award at Crystal Classic
  • By Petra Rivera
  • November 18, 2024
Shore Longboat Key hosts Sarasota Debutantes
  • By Lori Sax
  • November 18, 2024
Stars align at All Star Children's Foundation's annual Twinkle Ball
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • November 18, 2024
Sarasota Medieval Fair continues its run in Myakka City
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  • November 17, 2024
Creativity on display at Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch's fall art show
  • By Petra Rivera
  • November 17, 2024
St. Mary Star of the Sea Women's Guild welcomes back members
  • By Jay Heater
  • November 17, 2024
Waterlefe Fashion Show displays elegance on the runway
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 17, 2024
Guests SPARCCle at Starry Night Soiree to celebrate 45th anniversary
  • By Liz Ramos
  • November 16, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance presents its annual Sandies awards
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 16, 2024
Selah Freedom supporters gather to end human trafficking
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 15, 2024
Visible Men Academy spreads love during annual event
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 12, 2024
Circus Arts Conservatory throws Wonder-ous launch party
  • By Ian Swaby
  • November 12, 2024
Bowls of Hope helps fill the bowls of those in need
  • By Ian Swaby
  • November 11, 2024
Veterans Day parade honors the sacrifices of the community's veterans
  • By Petra Rivera
  • November 11, 2024
St. Armands Art Festival welcomes back customers to the Circle
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 11, 2024
Artful Lobster raises over $380,000 for Hermitage Artist Retreat programs and hurricane recovery
  • By Petra Rivera
  • November 11, 2024
St. Mary's Women’s Guild hosts handmade Christmas market
  • By Jay Heater
  • November 10, 2024
McNeal Elementary students honor veterans with parade
  • By Liz Ramos
  • November 10, 2024
Designer Bag Bingo bigger, better than ever in Sarasota
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 10, 2024
New College Clambake delights with evening on the bay
  • By Jay Heater
  • November 10, 2024
Santa's Grand Arrival Parade a gift to thousands in Sarasota
  • By Janet Combs
  • November 10, 2024
SCF Annual Scholarship Luncheon brings together students, donors
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • November 9, 2024
Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee fills bowls at Lakewood Main Street
  • By Carter Weinhofer
  • November 5, 2024
Sarasota County Republicans win out in 2024 general election
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