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Sue Stearns and her daughter, Hannah Rudo, talk to Gangi the parrot while they attend the second birthday party for Save Our Seabirds.
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  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 13, 2010
A sweet birthday for Save Our Seabirds

Save Our Seabirds enjoyed its second birthday party Saturday, Nov. 13. The party, 'Just Desserts,' was sponsored by the Sarasota Bay Parrot Head Club and included music by Jim Morris and Sunny Jim White.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Participants in the Sarasota Walk make their way across the John Ringling Bridge.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 13, 2010
Sarasota Walk brings out walkers and raises awareness

The Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Foundation held its sixth annual walkathon Saturday, Nov. 13. The walk started at J.D. Hamel Park, in Sarasota, with a few quick speakers, including Sarasota Mayor Kelly Kirschner.

  • Sarasota
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Henry Swain represented Bronco Wine Company.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Ranch Rotary uncorks annual Wine Fest

Thousands ate, drank and were merry at the ninth annual Suncoast Food & Wine Fest Nov. 13 at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines as well as food from more than 35 area restaurants.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Staff Sgt. Lyle Allen salutes the memorial flag as his wife, Ashley, sang the national anthem.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Veterans dedicate San Marco memorial

Organizers of the Veterans Memorial Park at San Marco Plaza hosted a dedication ceremony Nov. 13 at the park. Memorial Board of Directors members Dr. Stanley Appel, Richard Allen, Delbert Hyland, Robert Moffa, David Neff, William Wallace and Pamela Hager Rice honored local veterans with several awards throughout the ceremony.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rusty, owned by the Walker family, won the prize for best costume.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2010
Paws on parade for 'pink cause'

Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at Central Park in Lakewood Ranch Nov. 13 for the Paws for the Pink Cause event. Festivities included a dog costume parade, raffles and other activities. Proceeds from the event benefited Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • East County
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Dr. Richard Aranibar and Sandra Boyle
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 12, 2010
Building Hope Grand Opening

Building Hope Grand Opening

  • Black Tie
The St. Martha Catholic School teachers rock the hand jive.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 12, 2010
Born to hand jive, baby

Students at St. Martha's Catholic School engaged in everything from relay races to the hand jive to get ready for their sock hop party Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
SFC Scott Driscoll and Bob Craft
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • November 12, 2010
Veterans share their stories

Veterans of four U.S. wars were honored guests at the Republican Club of Longboat Key's Nov. 12 meeting, held at the Sarasota Yacht Club. Each speaker held the rapt attention of the audience as they vividly described their experiences in the service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Clockwise from bottom left: Barbara Beam, Pat Abbotoy, Paula Kelly, Michel Callahan, Rose Vinopal, Margie Jaudon, Jeanne Larranaga and Norma Lake
  • By Carol Eichert
  • November 12, 2010
'Tropical Dreams' fashion show benefits Adopt-A-Family

Dreams came true Nov. 6 during the "Tropical Dreams" Fashion Show and Luncheon at Stoneybrook in Heritage Harbour. The sixth annual event, which was sponsored by Stoneybrook's Dining Out Club, raised more than $5,500 for Adopt-A-Family of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Air Force team took first place for the second year in a row.
    By
  • Maria Amodio
  • November 12, 2010
Golf Tournament raises funds for vets

The Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club hosted the 7th annual Armed Forces Cup on Friday, Nov. 12. This year the tournament, which had 84 participants, raised over $4000 for the Sarasota VA Medical Clinic.

  • Sarasota
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Nicki Caffaro and Judi Graybill have been members of the Women’s Club for more than 15 years.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
'Bells ring for Bealls' at Palm Aire fashion show

More than 230 ladies flocked to the Palm Aire Country Club Nov. 12 for the Palm Aire Women's Club's "Bells are Ringing for Bealls" event. Guests enjoyed lunch and raffles before getting a glimpse of the latest fashions during the fashion show.

  • East County
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Marina Jack received a $1.5 million tax bill, but its operator plans to sue to stop collection.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • November 12, 2010
Marina Jack seeks property appraiser lawsuit

The property appraiser's office informed the company that leases the bayfront property that it is no longer exempt from paying property taxes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines for tasting as well as specialty beers.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: SunCoast Food & Wine Fest

The Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club will host the ninth annual SunCoast Food & Wine Fest from 1-4 p.m., Nov. 13, at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane.

  • East County
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High JROTC Color Guard assists Freedom Elementary students Richard Garst and Brantley Deines raise the American Flag.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 12, 2010
Students let freedom ring

Freedom Elementary School students, faculty and staff showed their patriotism during the school's annual Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Remembrance Ceremony Nov. 12. During the ceremony, the school honored our veterans, active military and first responders in support of Veterans Day.

  • East County
  • Schools
Kaitlyn and Sandy Magnusson check out birds at the grand opening of Save Our Seabirds two years ago.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Save Our Seabirds Birthday Party

The bird rescue facility will celebrate its second anniversary tomorrow.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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