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  • By Alexis Orgera
  • January 29, 2014
Book Review: 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt

Read Alexis Orgera's review of "The Goldfinch."

  • Arts + Culture
Charlie Ann Syprett's home office has stunning views of Sarasota Bay. Photos by Heather Merriman.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • January 29, 2014
Local philanthropist's home office embraces pink with a passion

As a city full of self-starters, entrepreneurs, retirees and active volunteers, Sarasota has an abundance of home offices. But the office in Charlie Ann Syprett's home - from its pink walls to its portraits of Elvis - offers a one-of-a-kind place for creativity.

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Bello Nock mentee Johnny Rockett and his lady, Tina Winn, left. Photo by Stephanie Hannum.
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  • January 29, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Under the Big Top; Tidbits; and Hot Flash.

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Sue Gates submitted this sunrise photo, taken through her screened lanai at the Cascades at Sarasota.
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  • January 29, 2014
Weather: East County

Sue Gates submitted this sunrise photo, taken through her screened lanai at the Cascades at Sarasota.

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Joe and Jean Abrams
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  • January 28, 2014
'An Evening on the Riviera'

'An Evening on the Riviera'

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  • By Ila Edwards
  • January 28, 2014
Drinks for the big game

Drinks for the big game

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  • January 28, 2014
Newfound confidence: Kristopher James finds his voice

Newfound confidence: Kristopher James finds his voice

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Vera Furtick
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • January 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Garden Club Fashion Show

The Sarasota Garden Club held its annual Fashion Show and Luncheon Tuesday, Jan. 28. The show was held at Michaels on East and included fashions by Daisy Cotton.

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Beverly Shaprio and Dee Binney
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: The Art of the Flower

The Longboat Key Garden Club flexed its green thumb on Tuesday, Jan. 28, during its event, 'The Art of the Flower,' at Windward Bay Clubhouse. Sherry Linhart demonstrated how to create striking flower arrangements for any occasion and what tools were necessary to do so.

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Every Child Inc. provides prom dresses and tuxedo rentals to low-income students.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2014
The Good News: Judy Alexander

As CEO of Every Child Inc., Judy Alexander strives to provide equal opportunities for all.

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Anna Buchmeier, 6, and Julia attend their first storybook night.
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • January 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Phillippi Shores Storybook Night

Phillippi Shores Elementary invited students to spend the evening listening to stories Tuesday, Jan. 28. Storyteller Bill Codell told a range of stories from ancient pourquoi tales to poems by Shel Silverstein.

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The 10U Manatee River Dawgs defeated Southwest Florida 11-3 to win the Fridge-ed Ball-er Tournament.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2014
Manatee River Dawgs open season with win

The 10U Manatee River Dawgs travel baseball team opened its spring season with a victory at the Fridge-ed Ball-er Tournament Jan. 18 and Jan. 19.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2014
Pirates to hold athletic fundraiser

Braden River High School will hold its inaugural For the Love of the Game Dinner & Auction Feb. 15, at the South Florida Museum Spanish Courtyard.

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The Lakewood Ranch High varsity cheerleading squad performs during the Region 3 meet Jan. 25 in Tampa. Courtesy Photo
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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2014
Lakewood wins regional title

The Lakewood Ranch High varsity cheerleading squad won first place in the extra large varsity division of the Region 3 meet Jan. 25, at Freedom High in Tampa.

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The property at 5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive is located between Positano and Club Longboat. (Robin Hartill)
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  • Robin Hartill
  • January 28, 2014
Developer plans nine-home Longboat community

Holmes Beach developer Shawn Kaleta plans to build the new subdivision Bonaire on the vacant 3.48-acre parcel at 5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

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