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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
Author Colson Whitehead, New York Times bestselling author and luncheon speaker
  • By Observer Staff
  • February 11, 2024
Library Foundation celebrates Sarasota's public libraries with author Colson Whitehead
Lakewood Ranch's Steve and Laura Saladino finish the Run for the Beads together. Steve says Laura, who married him 31 years ago, "is still trying to get away," but she can't run fast enough.
  • By Jay Heater
  • February 10, 2024
Run for the Beads returns to Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch
Linn Torres at the "New to You" art sale at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church
  • By Petra Rivera
  • February 10, 2024
All Angels' art sale raises record amount of money in first 3 days
Anna and Elsa walk their fans over to a better photo spot. The sisters were mobbed with hugs the minute they arrived.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • February 10, 2024
Movie in the Park at Waterside Place attracts 'Frozen' super fans
Attendees dance together, with Talia Von Bender, Jamie Taylor and Marisa Von Bender in front.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • February 9, 2024
Parents and kids dance to same beat at Family Fun & Resource Night
Lydia Landa and Masterworks 5 co- host, Kay Aidlin
  • By Janet Combs
  • February 9, 2024
Norwegian guest conductor Rune Bergmann wows Masterworks 5 dinner crowd
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Heather Koester, Allison Imre and David Perkowski
  • February 19, 2024
Sisterhood for Good's fundraiser no phantom
2
SCF President Carol Probstfeld with Andy Guz
  • February 19, 2024
State College of Florida Foundation raises spirits and funds at 9th annual Bourbon, Beers & BBQ
3
Robin Knoll, Chad Fraser, Suncoast Charities for Children Executive Director Lucy Nicandri and Pat Bruenning
  • February 19, 2024
VIP Kickoff Party starts engines for 26th Thunder by the Bay Festival
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Diane Lapinski, Karen Kroll and Peggy Klaasen
  • February 18, 2024
Trash to Treasure sale packs mobile home park clubhouse
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Brian McCabe gets help from Connie McCabe with choosing a headwrap, at Headwraps by Connie
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Motorcycles, charity roll into town with Thunder By the Bay

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