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Author Joseph Spinella prepares for his book reading in Ronnie Riceberg’s 3rd grade classroom at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.
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  • November 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Local author reads to third-graders
Simona Blanco with her daughter Emma
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  • November 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Fall Fine Art Festival
Janet Beach with Steve and Peggy Christie
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  • November 23, 2013
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School Gala 'Illuminate'
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  • November 23, 2013
2013 SMA Military Ball
Charlesette Hudson, Saquess Mapps with her son Tyree Kelly and D’Kai Shaw
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  • November 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tree of Life Kick-Off Party
Ian Kallay came first and Leesa Brandon was second
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  • November 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Everyday Blessings' 5K Fun Run
Jeanne Ezcurra picks up trash on Higel Ave.
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  • November 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SKA/SKVA Adopt-A-Road pickup
Vivian Leahy laughs as she turns on the lights for one of the decorated trees.
  • By Kelsey Grau
  • November 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary Christmas Bazaar
Cynthia Simpson starts her morning with a barbecue sandwich.
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  • November 23, 2013
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  • November 23, 2013
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Dan and Donna Brierton with Lamborghini Sarasota general manager Darrin Chrisman
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  • November 21, 2013
Sarasota Exotic Car Fest Kick-Off Party
Nick Lewis and Jagger Wise-Jarvis hang out before the performance.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Riverview Kiltie Band Fall Concert
Mary Czernyk and Diana Corrigan work hard to make the tree seem lifelike and full.
  • By Kelsey Grau
  • November 21, 2013
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Holiday Cheer in St. Armands
Kayla Gardner, Donovan Cinilli, Kayten Brinn and Emily Townsend
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  • November 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw American Education Week Musical
Gerri Aaron and Marvin Albert
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  • November 20, 2013
'Keeping the Dream Alive'
Lisa Auslander, Gerri Avazian, Patty Murgolo, Lydia Cappas and Nancy Carnes
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  • November 19, 2013
Art & Soul III 'Home Is Where The Heart Is'
Millard, Ambassador Dog for Southeastern Guide Dogs
  • By Kelsey Grau
  • November 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Garden Club Meeting
Bunny Skirboll, Kathy Maybee and Phil King
  • By Heather Merriman Saba
  • November 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Volunteer Appreciation Tea
Dolly McCann, Maureen Healy, Phyllis McIlraith, Maralyn Ortlieb, Peggy Long and Claire Pemberton
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  • November 19, 2013
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Richard Bouchard, co-chair Jimmy Neal and Carl Zimmerman
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  • November 18, 2013
Black & White Gayla
Scott Anderson and Hillary Steele
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  • November 18, 2013
High Tide at High Noon
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Shelia Wynne, Margery Blacklow and Nancy Skadron
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  • November 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Sanctuary Welcome Back Party
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  • November 17, 2013
'The Art of Caring for Children'
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Author Joseph Spinella prepares for his book reading in Ronnie Riceberg’s 3rd grade classroom at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.
  • November 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Local author reads to third-graders
2
Simona Blanco with her daughter Emma
  • November 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Fall Fine Art Festival
3
Janet Beach with Steve and Peggy Christie
  • November 23, 2013
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School Gala 'Illuminate'
4
Dena Adams, Megan Babin, Madison Robinson and Demi Nott
  • November 23, 2013
2013 SMA Military Ball
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Charlesette Hudson, Saquess Mapps with her son Tyree Kelly and D’Kai Shaw
  • November 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tree of Life Kick-Off Party

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