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Event Chair Eileen Curd and Keynote Speaker Dr. Brian Czerniecki
  • By Observer Staff
  • April 13, 2024
Moffitt luncheon gives hope for achieving the impossible
Carol Pilkington and Philip Tavill
  • By Observer Staff
  • April 13, 2024
Children First transports guests to a fairytale
Chester, an umbrella cockatoo, loves talking to people like Lakewood Ranch's Jana Marra and Sarasota's Lethe Kazeh-Anfo.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • April 12, 2024
Block party introduces new residents to Lakewood Ranch clubs and businesses
The outdoor patios and balconies oversee a deck, new pool, spa, and manicured grounds.
  • By Observer Staff
  • April 12, 2024
Siesta Key home sells for $15 million
Cindy Noble, Linda Olsen, Marilyn Davol, Mary Del Pup, Susan Clarke, Lynn Kennelly and Kay Kochenderfer
  • By Petra Rivera
  • April 12, 2024
St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Women's Guild installs new officers
Maicy Powell, Raleigh Mosely II, Jazzmin Carson and Michael Mendez of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe offer a performance.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • April 10, 2024
The Bay Park celebrates Giving Challenge with two-day event series
Sarasota Youth Sailing hosted its 36th annual SailFest Regatta on April 6-7.
  • By Petra Rivera
  • April 8, 2024
Youth sailors test their skills at SailFest regatta
Brody Scheckner, a fifth grader at Pine View School and Clara Tohumcu, a fourth grader at Pine View School, of the team Cool Kidz.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • April 8, 2024
RC Custom Car Open combines teamwork and carnival fun
Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution members gather outside the Crocker Memorial Church.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • April 8, 2024
Daughters of the American Revolution chapter showcases history
Robert Jendelund and Dave Pfister
  • By Petra Rivera
  • April 7, 2024
Longboat Key Tennis Center celebrates 25th anniversary
The Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club hosts the Youth and Teen Fishing Seminar at Summerfield Park on April 6.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • April 7, 2024
Fishing experts teach all the angles
Snowden Mowry, 11, paints a "Better Together" mural on the digital graffiti wall.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • April 6, 2024
Better Together Block Party celebrates the community in style
Braden River High School sophomore Alexa Helton performs as part of a quartet. She looks forward to seeing her skills as a clarinet player grow as she continues in high school.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • April 6, 2024
Arts Alive showcases Manatee County student talent while supporting the arts
Miss Jodi hosts the UTC Kids Club every other week.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • April 5, 2024
UTC Kids Club participants dance through another Wednesday
Aaliyah Mitchell-Davis and Melanie Lopez
  • By Observer Staff
  • April 5, 2024
Girls Inc. honors three women who are strong, smart and bold
Executive Director Julie Leach and Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs
  • By Observer Staff
  • April 4, 2024
It's no joke: WBTT goes calypso for April Fools' Fete
Bill Grieder, Keth Grieder, Beth and Jim Daday
  • By Petra Rivera
  • April 1, 2024
Local band SoulRcoaster closes out Savor the Sounds
Michelle Behny and April Lawyer
  • By Petra Rivera
  • March 31, 2024
Spanish Main residents caught 70 pounds of fish for annual fish fry
Bridget and Paige Palicka
  • By Petra Rivera
  • March 31, 2024
Sand Cay Beach Resort Easter egg hunt challenges all ages
Isabelle Urfer, 3, sorts through Easter eggs.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • March 30, 2024
Families find fun at Siesta Key Easter Egg Hunt
Trey Jones handles the lead vocals for American Jones during My Hometown Fest at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota on Saturday.
  • By Jay Heater
  • March 30, 2024
Thousands attend My Hometown Fest in Sarasota
Audri Wallin, 12, Sierra Mullin, 8 and Alalia Mark watch Nik Wallenda walk the tightrope.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • March 30, 2024
Good Friday at Payne Park takes celebration to the skies
Music Compound's Jenny Townsend and Alyssa Martin celebrate their students being on stage during Musicpalooza Friday at Nathan Benderson Park. the event was a lead-in to Saturday's My Hometown Fest.
  • By Jay Heater
  • March 29, 2024
Performance of note at Musicpalooza at Nathan Benderson Park
The Rev. David M. Svihel leads the walk
  • By Ian Swaby
  • March 29, 2024
Believers walk the Stations of the Cross along Main Street
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Latest News Photo Galleries

1
Event Chair Eileen Curd and Keynote Speaker Dr. Brian Czerniecki
  • April 13, 2024
Moffitt luncheon gives hope for achieving the impossible
2
Carol Pilkington and Philip Tavill
  • April 13, 2024
Children First transports guests to a fairytale
3
Chester, an umbrella cockatoo, loves talking to people like Lakewood Ranch's Jana Marra and Sarasota's Lethe Kazeh-Anfo.
  • April 12, 2024
Block party introduces new residents to Lakewood Ranch clubs and businesses
4
The outdoor patios and balconies oversee a deck, new pool, spa, and manicured grounds.
  • April 12, 2024
Siesta Key home sells for $15 million
5
Cindy Noble, Linda Olsen, Marilyn Davol, Mary Del Pup, Susan Clarke, Lynn Kennelly and Kay Kochenderfer
  • April 12, 2024
St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Women's Guild installs new officers

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