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Brad Robbins, Anne Virag and West Coast Florida Regional Director, Brian Lipton attend a preview party for the 2015 AJC Global Forum.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 10, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: AJC Global Forum Kickoff

Members of the American Jewish Committee met to kickoff preparations for the 2015 AJC Global Forum on Wednesday, Feb.11 at Williams Parker law offices.

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  • News
Pamela Hershorin, Nikki Sedacca, Sandra Hanan and Montana Taplinger modeled in the Temple Beth Sholom fashion show.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 10, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Sophisticated Ladies Fashion Show

The Sophisticated Ladies Fashion Show at Temple Beth Sholom took on a the theme of Broadway Bound for the 5th annual event Wednesday, Feb. 11.

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Although the board took no action, commissioners wanted to consider changing the county's policy on right of way maintenance in the future.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 10, 2015
County commissioners discuss mowing reduction

Sarasota County Commissioners said at today's meeting that the county should consider limiting its responsibility to mow rights of ways because it costs the county $1 million.

  • Siesta Key
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The community is invited to come to the new Gulf Gate Public Library with questions and comments for county staff and administration.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 10, 2015
County to hold comprehensive plan workshop

Sarasota County will start the first of a series of public meetings about updating the comprehensive plan tonight.

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Mike McClaughin, director of horticulture, and Roger Capote, special events manager, strive to make Marie Selby Botanical Gardens blossom in the 21st century. The gardens are known for their vast collection of rare and exotic epiphytes.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • February 10, 2015
A New Leaf

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens seeks to grow in harmony with its roots.

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A&E Editor Nick Reichert keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.
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  • Nick Reichert
  • February 10, 2015
A&E Picks and Highlights

A&E Editor Nick Reichert keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.

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The worlds of music and love are intermixed this Valentine's Day weekend for the Sarasota Orchestra's "Be Mine" concert.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • February 10, 2015
Love Notes

The Sarasota Orchestra explores the elements of love songs in honor of Valentine's Day.

  • Arts + Culture
Both beginner and longtime singers converge in the Chorus of the Keys, an all-male barbershop choir.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • February 10, 2015
Choral Camaraderie

The Chorus of the Keys hits the right notes in continuing the barbershop tradition.

  • Arts + Culture
Mark Crawford
  • By Randi Donahue
  • February 10, 2015
Recipe for Success: Mark Crawford

Do you frequent the same local eateries and see the same faces each time you go? This feature helps you get to know these faces a little better. This week, get to know the face behind the bar at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion.

  • Arts + Culture
Friendship Centers Gala co-chairs Dawn and Mike Bear. Photo by Molly Schechter.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 10, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

Friendship goes global; Love is in the air...; Big success under the big top; and Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Stacy Hanan
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
People with Purpose: Stacy Hanan

Stacy Hanan says despite juggling the demands of a busy schedule as a working mom, giving back remains one of her priorities.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
Standouts: A Passion for Fashion at The Palm Ball

This year's Palm Ball theme, "A Passion for Conservation," suggested red, pink and black gowns. And, as we expected, the passion for fashion was strong, with fabulous jewels, clutches and, of course, stunning statement dresses.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
Fashion Insider: Valentine's Day Fever

People seem to be polarized about Valentine's Day - they either love it, or they hate it. Black Tie was feeling pink and sparkly, so we shopped around town to see what fun things we could find in the spirit of Valentine's Day.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2015
Back in the running

We were skeptical last April when former Longboat Key resident John Wallace told us he had reached the finish line of his marathon career.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Edith Barr Dunn attended the Catholic Charities Ball in February 2007. File photo
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 10, 2015
The lady from Longboat Key

Restaurateur, philanthropist and Stetson hat lady Edith Barr Dunn died Feb. 4. She was 94.

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