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Bahman Badiee submitted this photo of kayakers at sunset, taken near Robinson Preserve.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 12, 2014
Weather: East County

Bahman Badiee submitted this photo of kayakers at sunset, taken near Robinson Preserve.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
"Through the Garden" by Mike Solomon runs through March 1, at Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • February 12, 2014
A&E Picks and Highlights

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

  • Arts + Culture
"That's my life," Caroline Williams says. "This is it. I get to do my passion and my love and my hobby and my everything."
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • February 12, 2014
Spotlight: Caroline Williams saddles up for quick-change act

Caroline Williams recently discussed her background and Circus Sarasota performance on-site at The Big Top.

  • Arts + Culture
Robyn LaPorta, Michelle Bente, Erin Duggan and Tara Poulton
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 12, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Van Wezel Foundation has a big night; Tidbits and Hot Flash: Fashion and Philanthropy

  • Arts + Culture
Cornelia Matson
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 12, 2014
Social Studies: Cornelia Matson

Cornelia Matson, the philanthropist with an elegant southern drawl, opens up about the important milestones in her life and her insatiable passion for home remodeling.

  • Arts + Culture
Karen MacIntosh smiles in her special Chico’s Black Label outfit.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Harbourettes Fashion Show

The Harbourettes hosted their annual fashion show luncheon on Tuesday at the Longboat Harbour clubhouse. This year's theme was 'Sail Away' and showcased Chico's outfits that were perfect for travel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marjorie Davis, Louisa Hodder and Joan Viguers
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Windward Bay Pizza Dinner

On Tuesday, the Windward Bay Social Club held a pizza dinner for residents at their clubhouse. Goodfellas Cafe and Winery of Sarasota brought its brick oven food truck and made dozens of fresh pizzas for attendees.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kristen Little, center, with volunteers Chuck and Joan Stahlman at an adoption event in downtown Sarasota. The Sarasota County shelter holds adoption events weekly.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 11, 2014
The Good News: Kristen Little

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Animal Services gives stray animals a forever home by matching them with adoptees.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Harmer is a former fire chief and has a black belt in Karate. Courtesy Photo
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 11, 2014
County Commission approves contract with Harmer

Thomas Harmer, who replaced ousted County Administrator Randall Reid last year with the title of interim administrator, has now permanently taken over the county's top administrative post.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Murray Blueglass, President of the Longboat Key Democratic Club, with Nan Rich, one of two Democratic Candidates for Governor
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Democratic Club Meeting

The Longboat Key Democratic Club met for its monthly luncheon on Tuesday at the Harbourside Dining Room. After lunch and general club announcements, Nan Rich, one of the Democratic Candidates for Governor, spoke.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Works from the Chalk Festival, such as this drawing near Dolphin Street, have not yet been cleaned from the road.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 11, 2014
Efforts to remove Chalk Fest art continue

Nearly three months after the Sarasota Chalk Festival's conclusion, the city is working with a contractor to develop an acceptable solution for removing the art that remains on Burns Square streets.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Association of Realtors added 48 new members in February. Courtesy Photo
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 11, 2014
Sarasota Association of Realtors membership continues to grow

Sarasota County's improving housing market continues to attract Realtors to the area.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
A sign that advertises LBK Liquors went up in the past week. (Kurt Schultheis)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 11, 2014
Liquor store on tap for Whitney Beach Plaza

Ryan Snyder, co-owner of the shopping center, hopes the store will open in 60 to 90 days.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jordan Blake, Mercedes Trava and Alison McKenna
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: El Restaurante Bay Haven

Bay Haven School of Basic Plus held its annual El Restaurante Bay Haven luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 11. The school's cafeteria was turned into a Mexican restaurante with decorations, music and tacos. Students ordered their lunch in Spanish and learned some Mexican dance moves.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Manatee County government now offers a way for business owners to connect with their community during emergencies.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 11, 2014
Online tool created to help businesses recover from natural disasters

The Manatee County government created a directory for businesses, in order to help owners get 'back on their feet' after emergencies.

  • East County
  • News
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