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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • May 5, 2014
Giving Challenge gets ready for take off

Each year, The Giving Partner hosts a 24-hour fundraising drive. From noon Tuesday, May 6 to noon Wednesday, May 7, more than 400 local 501(c)(3) organizations are seeking funds.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • May 5, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Joe'

Nicolas Cage is back on top of his game in the new film, 'Joe.'

  • Arts + Culture
"Hero: The Musical" runs through June 1, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • May 5, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Hero'

'Hero: The Musical,' the latest Asolo Rep production, centers on the struggles of one mere mortal to let his creativity and love life take flight.

  • Arts + Culture
Going for the Gold: 'The Golden Lotus' Co-Chairs Merrill Bonder and Pat Martin
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • May 5, 2014
Black Tie Untied

Untie the weekend with Black Tie Untied featuring Designing Daughter's A Fashionable Gala: Southern Charm, YMCA's Going for the Gold: 'The Golden Lotus', Asolo Rep's Men Who Cook and more.

  • Arts + Culture
The study would be conducted by the Manatee Chamber Foundation in conjunction with the University of South Florida College of Public Health.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 5, 2014
County considers health care study

With the depletion of a health care trust fund looming, Manatee County Government is proposing a yearlong health care study to help form a comprehensive health care plan.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County commissioners will continue the dialogue about a potential come-as-you-are homeless shelter during a meeting Tuesday.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 5, 2014
County to draft contract for homeless shelter site

Sarasota County staff will update commissioners on the local homeless initiative Tuesday, including plans to purchase a $282,000 site for a future shelter.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
John Albritton, Mary McAndrews-Albritton and Doug Bradbury
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • May 4, 2014
4th annual Men Who Cook

4th annual Men Who Cook

  • Black Tie
Sam Alfstad, Steve High, Susan McLeod and Larry Thompson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • May 4, 2014
Season of Sculpture Wrap Party

Season of Sculpture Wrap Party

  • Black Tie
Logan Learned in Ashton's "Les Patineurs." Photo by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Anna Dearing
  • May 4, 2014
DANCE REVIEW: Sir Frederick Ashton Festival - 'Illuminations,' 'Divertissements' and 'Les Patineurs'

The final evening of Sir Frederick Ashton Festival featured 'Illuminations,' 'Divertissements' and 'Les Patineurs.'

  • Arts + Culture
Students in Lakewood Ranch High School’s Lakewood Leaders club prepare for the birthday lap.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Relay for Life

A rain delay didn't dampen the enthusiasm of participants in this year's Lakewood Ranch Relay for Life held May 4, at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA.

  • East County
  • News
Due to inclement weather, the contest took place on Sunday not Saturday.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • May 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 42nd annual Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpture

The 42nd Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpture contest returned to the Siesta Beach Sunday, May 4. The beach was transformed into an exhibit for visitors as sculptors of all ages and abilities competed for cash prizes. Mark Wilson's 'Bonfire' won overall while 'Where's the Peanut?' won first place in People's Choice.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Sherry Janes, chairwoman of the Sarasota Singles Society, with Carol Erickson, who helped start the group
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Singles Derby Party

Sarasota Singles Society held a Derby Party May 3 at University Park Country Club. Attendees enjoyed food, drink and the horse race.

  • East County
  • News
Judy Sturm, Abra Dennis and Janice Bushman showcase their derby spirit.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sharon Monk Golf Tournament

The Women's Resource Center of Sarasota put on the 7th Annual Sharon Monk Golf Tournament and Dinner May 3 at University Park Country Club.

  • East County
  • News
Julie Smith, a Lakewood Ranch High School student, and Kayla Marfizo volunteered at the event.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Network on Disabilities Derby Party

Family Network on Disabilities Manasota hosted its 3rd Annual Kentucky Derby Party May 3 at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured raffle baskets, a live auction, food and hat contests.

  • East County
  • News
Co-Chairs Merrill Bonder and Pat Martin
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • May 3, 2014
Going for the Gold 'The Golden Lotus'

Going for the Gold 'The Golden Lotus'

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