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Kiley Schein, 6
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Island Chapel Easter Egg Hunt

The Longboat Island Chapel held an Easter egg hunt for children Sunday, March 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alice, 13, Elizabeth and Cara Oates, 9
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Casa del Mar Easter Egg Hunt

Casa del Mar Beach Resort hosted an Easter egg hunt Sunday, March 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kayleigh Pritchett, 6, with Mollie, 5, and Trey Raymond, 7
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Club & Resort Easter Party

The Longboat Key Club & Resort hosted an Easter egg hunt Sunday, March 31, which included sundry craft stations and a brunch buffet.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bryan Allman and his sons, Parker and Preston spent the day at the beach before the pool.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook Dive-In Movie

Stoneybrook at Heritage Harbour held a Dive-in Movie March 29 at its recreation center pool. Attendees watched Wreck-It Ralph and swam during a chilly night.

  • East County
  • News
Saldivar David and Rafael Ortegon, both deputies with the Sheriff’s Office
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sheriff's Office Torch Run

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office held its annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics March 29 at Manatee Technical Institute's East campus. The event featured a 5K run and a Kid's Fun Run, for children eight years old and younger.

  • East County
  • News
Colin Rudisell puts an Easter egg basket on his head during Granny Goose’s story time.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church Easter Egg Hunt

Children stampeded to find Easter Eggs Saturday, March 30 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. More than 50 children participated in the celebration. Shirley Stepp also known as Granny Goose told children stories and gave them prizes before the Easter egg hunt.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Skylar, Taylor and Katie Ramirez were in town visiting their grandparents, Lakewood Ranch residents Diane and Bill Nelson, not pictured.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Easter Egg Hunt

Hundreds of children and their families gathered March 30, at Lakewood Ranch Main Street for an Easter Egg Hunt event.

  • East County
  • News
Navah Cassagnol, 1, and Brynn Haworth, 1, become new friends at the Easter party.
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Easter Party

The Easter Bunny visited Sarasota Yacht Club Saturday, March 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Paul, George, 1, and Penny Brown
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Beachplace Easter Party

Beachplace hosted an Easter egg hunt, followed by a pool party, Saturday, March 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Catalin Mihai, Tahja Tahja and Josh Zimmer
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : The 3rd Annual East Local Week ends with the Harvest Ball

The 3rd Annual Eat Local Week wrapped up with the Harvest Ball Friday, March 29 at the South Gate Community center where guests enjoyed a potluck dinner and contra dancing. Transition Sarasota put on their 3rd Annual Eat Local Week March 22 through the 29 to show the impact of local foods and their importance sustainability and the economy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Coral Sheridan, 5
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Mar Vista Easter Egg Hunt

More than 50 children participated in the 25th Easter Egg Hunt at Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant Saturday, March 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By The Insider
  • March 29, 2013
MICKEY SUMNER, WWE SUPERSTAR BRODUS CLAY and DAVID CALL Coming to Sarasota Film Festival

MICKEY SUMNER, WWE SUPERSTAR BRODUS CLAY and DAVID CALL Coming to Sarasota Film Festival

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Orr
  • March 29, 2013
Hot air balloon rides -- yes, please!

Hot air balloon rides -- yes, please!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Joe Hendricks
  • March 29, 2013
Walkability is the talk of the town

Walkability is the talk of the town

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sarah, Mike, Bobby, 7, and Maria Alzamora, 5
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sand Cay Easter Party

Sand Cay Beach Resort celebrated Easter Friday, March 29, with games including a chalk art contest, hula hooping, basketball and an egg hunt.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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