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From Cirque Vertigo are the Tin Man Aydar Rakhmatullin, Cowardly Lion Roma, Cooking for Wishes Co-Chair Terri Klauber with Luna staring as Toto, emcee Michael Kaluber, and performers Braden Baker, Faith Marie, Ainsley McLaughlin, Steffi Goldstone, Lincoln Rhoades and Farrah Moreno
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 25, 2024
Cooking for Wishes follows the yellow brick road
Jordan Bullard, 16, performs at the event.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • February 25, 2024
Reggae Block Party honors legacy of a music icon
Lakewood Ranch's Phil Thibodeau takes his wife, Nicole, 7-year-old son Lochlan, 5-year-old daughter Zolana and 4-year-old son Dexon camping at the Adventure Park.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • February 25, 2024
Lakewood Ranch campout becomes a neighborly adventure
Anwar Desvignes of Succulantes
  • By James Peter
  • February 24, 2024
Farmers Market fills downtown with artisanal goods and produce
Co-chairs of this year's fashion show are Ann King and Sherry Kenny.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • February 24, 2024
Palm Aire Women's Club struts for scholarships
Lorraine Cersosimo, Shannon Pokorski and Karen Brady
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 20, 2024
Catholic Charities celebrates 40 years of serving all at its annual ball
Heather Koester, Allison Imre and David Perkowski
  • By Observer Staff
  • February 19, 2024
Sisterhood for Good's fundraiser no phantom
SCF President Carol Probstfeld with Andy Guz
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 19, 2024
State College of Florida Foundation raises spirits and funds at 9th annual Bourbon, Beers & BBQ
Robin Knoll, Chad Fraser, Suncoast Charities for Children Executive Director Lucy Nicandri and Pat Bruenning
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 19, 2024
VIP Kickoff Party starts engines for 26th Thunder by the Bay Festival
Diane Lapinski, Karen Kroll and Peggy Klaasen
  • By Petra Rivera
  • February 18, 2024
Trash to Treasure sale packs mobile home park clubhouse
Brian McCabe gets help from Connie McCabe with choosing a headwrap, at Headwraps by Connie
  • By Ian Swaby
  • February 18, 2024
Motorcycles, charity roll into town with Thunder By the Bay
Juan Uribe and Miranda Vidro are professional dancers from the Fred Astaire studio in Sarasota.
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 18, 2024
An Unconventional Evening delivers an interactive Valentine
Elizabeth Moore and Bob Bunting with their climate umbrella
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 18, 2024
Climate Adaption Center honors five nominees with Beacon Awards
Kim Wheeler, Jane Summerville and Bev Fisher
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 18, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra celebrates 75 with a special concert and gala
Leone Louie, Elia Pozantidis and Leone Louie
  • By Petra Rivera
  • February 17, 2024
Seaplace Condominiums host annual pancake breakfast
Zack Kallis uses brandy to light up the saganaki as Renee Amoratis looks on.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • February 17, 2024
Opa, St. Barbara Greek Festival is back in Sarasota
Jonathan Cortez sings "The Music of the Night" from "Phantom of the Opera."
  • By Jay Heater
  • February 17, 2024
Sisterhood for Good soars with Phantom at Sarasota Hyatt Regency
Clydesdales don't shy away for their close-ups.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • February 16, 2024
8-pack of Budweiser Clydesdales strut down Lakewood Ranch Main Street
Attendees enjoyed a laid-back vibe and delicious food at Farm to Fillet.
  • By Observer Staff
  • February 14, 2024
Mote educates on sustainable aquaculture with Farm to Fillet luncheon
William Gregory and Steve Dodge
  • By Observer Staff
  • February 13, 2024
‘Bigs’ and ‘Littles’ gather to Live, Laugh and Love
Connie DiMaggio, Sparky Pashkow, Karen Pashkow and Greg Bodkin
  • By Petra Rivera
  • February 12, 2024
Longboat Harbour throws Super Bowl party
Orchid Ball guests Rachel Durrani and Zelia and Martin Trueb are greeted by Rob Rominiecki and Selby Gardens CEO and Jennifer Rominiecki.
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 12, 2024
Selby Gardens continues 50th anniversary celebration at Orchid Ball: Infinity
Mistress of Ceremony, Renee Gilmore
  • By Observer Staff
  • February 11, 2024
Gamma Xi Boule celebrates Valentine at The Ritz
Susan Redgrave's dog Molly with a "Kiss Me" shirt
  • By Ian Swaby
  • February 11, 2024
Pups and people celebrate Valentine’s Day at Boo’s
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1
From Cirque Vertigo are the Tin Man Aydar Rakhmatullin, Cowardly Lion Roma, Cooking for Wishes Co-Chair Terri Klauber with Luna staring as Toto, emcee Michael Kaluber, and performers Braden Baker, Faith Marie, Ainsley McLaughlin, Steffi Goldstone, Lincoln Rhoades and Farrah Moreno
  • February 25, 2024
Cooking for Wishes follows the yellow brick road
2
Jordan Bullard, 16, performs at the event.
  • February 25, 2024
Reggae Block Party honors legacy of a music icon
3
Lakewood Ranch's Phil Thibodeau takes his wife, Nicole, 7-year-old son Lochlan, 5-year-old daughter Zolana and 4-year-old son Dexon camping at the Adventure Park.
  • February 25, 2024
Lakewood Ranch campout becomes a neighborly adventure
4
Anwar Desvignes of Succulantes
  • February 24, 2024
Farmers Market fills downtown with artisanal goods and produce
5
Co-chairs of this year's fashion show are Ann King and Sherry Kenny.
  • February 24, 2024
Palm Aire Women's Club struts for scholarships

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