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Rabbi Brenner Glickman with the Rev. Fausto Stampiglia
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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 19, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Emanu-El and St. Martha Interfaith Luncheon

Members of St. Martha Catholic Church Saturday, Nov. 17, traveled to Temple Emanu-El for its annual interfaith luncheon. Members enjoyed a meal and presentation from Sarasota Police Officer Tom Solomon about current events and interfaith relations. 'This luncheon kicks off a spirit of cooperation and mutual love,' said Rabbi Brenner Glickman.

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Gene Jaleski wants the Town Commission to consider hiring a new attorney.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 19, 2012
Jaleski spars with the mayor

Commission candidate Gene Jaleski thinks town attorney David Persson is providing poor legal advice.

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The crash involved injuries, and occurred early Monday morning at Interstate 75 and the Bee Ridge Road exit (mile marker 207). File photo
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 19, 2012
I-75 crash cleared

The crash caused injuries and blocked traffic this morning at Interstate 75 and Bee Ridge Road.

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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 19, 2012
Siesta water main break forces lane closure

Sarasota County currently has one lane closed on north Beach Road after a water main break reported at 7:48 a.m.

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After going long on their warm-up, runners Stephanie Phillips and Avlan French set a quick pace to catch up with the group.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 19, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Harvest Hustle

East County runners hustled to raise money for the All Faiths Food Bank, during Harvest United Methodist Church's annual Harvest Hustle 5K race Nov. 17, at the church.

  • East County
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Artist Janet Jarzyna took first place in the personal adornment category.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 19, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Artistic Attraction

Lakewood Ranch artists showed off their talents Nov. 17, as the Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch hosted its annual Fall Art Show and Sale, at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

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Judy Bloch, Marty Heller, Judy Gelman and Len Fishman
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 18, 2012
Sarasota Orchestra Season Opener Brunch: "Roarin' '20s" Hot Jazz on a Snazzy Sunday

Sarasota Orchestra Season Opener Brunch: "Roarin' '20s" Hot Jazz on a Snazzy Sunday

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Lauren Mitchell of The Lauren Mitchell Band performed for the crowd.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 18, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Bay Water Festival

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took place at Ken Thompson Park on Saturday, Nov. 17. The festival celebrated the bay and educated the public about keeping the bay and the environment healthy.

  • Longboat Key
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Michelle Aguirre
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 17, 2012
Dream Makers Ball honoring Nathan Benderson

Dream Makers Ball honoring Nathan Benderson

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Steve Adler, Joel Elkes, Dale Adler and Sally Elkes
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 17, 2012
The Annual Artful Lobster

The Annual Artful Lobster

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Elaine Adair, Joanne Walker and Sandra Appignani
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 16, 2012
Goodwill Manasota Tribute Luncheon

Goodwill Manasota Tribute Luncheon

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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan for the daily headlines
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 16, 2012
Nov. 16: Daily Headlines Video

Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh as they report on a crash on Longboat Key, a commissioner not seeking re-election, Stuff the Bus campaign kicking off and Weekend Best Bets!

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Regional Director of the American Heart Association Whitney Carney and Heart Specialist of Sarasota Dr. Chippy Nalluri.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 16, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Go Red '80s Dance Party

The American Heart Association hosted an 80's dance party on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at Darwins on Fourth to celebrate a decade of heart disease awareness for women. The Go For Red campaign dispels the myth that heart disease is only a man's disease: since 1984 more women have died from heart disease than men. Boston Scientific sponsored the dance party, which promoted cardiovascular exercise and a good time for guests.

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File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Chili Cook-Off

Main Street and Manatee County Emergency Services will battle for the title of "Best Chili" this weekend during a fourth annual Chili Cook-Off at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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Steve Arvey will perform as a special guest with Longboat Key blues band Blues Pig. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party

Twenty-nine restaurants will participate in tomorrow's event, which will raise money for local children's charities.

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