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  • Eric Garwood
  • April 15, 2019
Longboat mayor's letter urges against road plan in Sarasota

City Commission expected to discuss Fruitville Road rework at meeting today.

  • Longboat Key
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Bruno Giuranna — Courtesy photo
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • April 15, 2019
La Musica opening concerts show improved repertoire

The La Musica International Chamber Music Festival's first three concerts proved the fest is on the upswing.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Violinist Sandy Cameron played for the fundraiser towards the end of the night. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • April 15, 2019
Southside School Foundation for the Arts hits the right note

Sandy Cameron, a renowned violinist, played at an SSFA fundraiser on April 13.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
All of the bulldogs at the fashion show are up for adoption.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • April 14, 2019
The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime hosts a fun fashion show

The Bikinis, Bulldogs and Bloody Mary fashion show benefited Every Child.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bill Greenfield, 2017 Prize Recipient David Burnett, 2019 Prize Recipient Helga Davis and Joni Greenfield
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 14, 2019
Greenfield Prize awarded to composer Helga Davis

The Greenfield Prize Award Dinner was held April 14 at Michael's On East.

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  • Guest Author
  • April 14, 2019
My View: Why we need Mote's new aquarium

Mote’s proposed Science Education Aquarium in Benderson Park will further the region as a leading center for marine science, education and discoveries.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • April 14, 2019
Bird Key visits the wild west

More than 80 members gathered for 'Boots 'n' Bling' on April 13.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dilip and Dominique Varma with Nat Colletta and Lynne Partington
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 14, 2019
Sarasota Film Festival 2019 closes with award ceremony and roaring party

Guests watched the movie "Phil," learned this year's award winners and then partied at Sage April 13.

  • Arts + Culture
Hannah Storbeak of Summerfield managed to gather quite a few eggs.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • April 13, 2019
An Eggstravagant time in Lakewood Ranch

Thousands of plastic eggs at the Adventure Park in Lakewood Ranch for Eggstravaganza.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sisterhood for Good member Wanda Martinetto models a dress from Worth New York.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 13, 2019
Bold fashion in Lakewood Ranch during Spring Sensations

Lakewood Ranch nonprofit Sisterhood for Good raises funds for the community during fashion show at the Grove.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 13, 2019
Lighthouse of Manasota uses art to explore the senses

Art in the Dark was hosted April 14 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 13, 2019
Laurel Park neighbors gather for Tunes in the Park

The concert is held twice a year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 13, 2019
Ladies and gentlemen spend a morning in the gardens

The Blossoms Garden Party was held April 13 at The Ringling Museum.

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In Englewood, the walls have been in place along Lemon Bay since 2017. Operators of the resort at which the walls were installed say they've seen an upswing in life along their shoreline.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • April 13, 2019
Bayfront Park seawall project delayed, still planned

Two-year state experiment with special seawall and oysters focuses on coastal wildlife habitat.

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Michael, Executive Director Lisa and Jordan Berger
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • April 13, 2019
Beaux Arts Ball iConcept Runway Show shows a kaleidoscope of color

The dinner and fashion show was hosted April 12 at Art Ovation Hotel.

  • Black Tie
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