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Thousands of motorcycles ran through the fairground on Feb. 15-17.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 17, 2019
Thunder by the Bay rumbles into Sarastoa

The motorcylce and music festival took over the Sarasota County Fairgrounds this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rabbi Brenner Glickman and Judy Glickman Lauder
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 17, 2019
Temple Emanu-El author presents book on the Holocaust

Author Judy Glickman Lauder had a reception and presentation of her book on Feb. 17.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Maury and Executive Director Isaac Azerad
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 17, 2019
Temple Beth Israel celebrates 40th anniversary

The 40th Anniversary Gala was hosted Feb. 17 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 17, 2019
Mark Hubbard wins inaugural LECOM Suncoast Classic in Lakewood Ranch

Maverick McNealy finished two strokes back at Lakewood National Golf Club

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 17, 2019
Fruitville lanes reopened after crash involving motorcyclist

Police had shut eastbound lanes between Beneva and McIntosh roads for hours.

  • Sarasota
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The expanded bar area is a mix of copper and wood.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 17, 2019
Renovated Mar Vista a hit with Longboat Key patrons

New, updated look, same menu

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 16, 2019
Animal Rescue Coalition barks to 20 years

The Unconditional Love Gala was hosted Feb. 16 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
CEO Cheryl Mendelson and Kevin Jackson
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 16, 2019
Van Wezel Foundation welcomes Seal for annual gala

The Van Wezel Foundation gala was held Feb. 16 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 16, 2019
Village residents go for gold

Longboaters participated in the second-annual Village Olympics.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
J.T. Griffin finds himself in fourth place (17 under par) heading into the Suncoast Classic's final day.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 16, 2019
Lead shuffles as LECOM Suncoast Classic heads into final day in Lakewood Ranch

Mark Hubbard shoots the best round of the day to take a two-stroke lead over two at the LECOM Suncoast Classic in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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Hannah Mauer picks up some litter.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 16, 2019
City Island a little cleaner after Mote volunteer sweep

Interns and their friends organize an event after learning of the effect of trash on coastal waters.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 16, 2019
Kids reel in fun in Lakewood Ranch

Youth baited for success at annual youth fishing tournament.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 16, 2019
For Manatee Cal Ripken players, it's time to 'Play ball!'

Baseball league opens season at Heritage Harbour.

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Ember is up for adoption with the Humane Society of Sarasota County.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 16, 2019
Lido Beach art show draws a crowd

Dogs take center stage at third-annual two-day event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Owner and CEO Brian Stock and vice presidents Claudine Leger-Wetzel and Van Osborne are excited about the grand opening of eight new Stock models at Genoa at the Lake Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 16, 2019
Stock opens its Genoa neighborhood at the Lake Club in Lakewood Ranch

Eight new models, now open for tours, can be customized by the buyers.

  • East County
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