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Longboat Key | Neighbors

State and local commitments help preserve the timeless beauty and ecological integrity of the only Florida State-designated Wild and Scenic River.
    By
  • Miri Hardy
  • March 29, 2025
Myakka Act protects wild and scenic river values

Upland river buffers help preserve and enhance this quintessential natural treasure.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Community members help "push in" the newest fleet addition at Fire Station 92.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 28, 2025
Longboaters lend hands to 'push in' for new fleet addition

Families packed Station 92 for this year's open house hosted by the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Anne Essner, board chair of Architecture Sarasota, is a passionate advocate for the preservation of mid-century architecture.
    By
  • Eric Snider
  • March 28, 2025
Anne Essner works to preserve Sarasota’s notable buildings for all to enjoy

When she moved to Lido Shores, Anne Essner fell for the Sarasota School's aesthetic. Now, as board chair of Architecture Sarasota, she leads the preservation and celebration of mid-century design.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Chef Damian Manfré is known for his expertise in curating innovative menus and creating unforgettable dining experiences.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 28, 2025
With 6 restaurants to helm, St. Regis chef shares his favorites

Culinary mastermind Damian Manfré keeps one eye on the traditions of the past and another eye on the innovations of the future.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Cheryl Taub has been drawing since she was old enough to hold a crayon.
    By
  • Su Byron
  • March 27, 2025
These Key artists take inspiration from their surroundings

Local creators share how their home bases on Sarasota's barrier islands give them an artistic boost.

  • Arts + Culture
Barbara Jendrysik has participated in every Longboat Key town hall art reception.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 26, 2025
Inaugural event aims to unite LBK community through art appreciation

Arts in April features an outdoor art showcase, exhibition at Town Hall, comedy night and concert.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Linda Ulrich, Carlyn Vigil, Cathy Bishop, Cyndi Seamon and Melanie Dale socialize before a screening of "Top Gun: Maverick" at Bayfront Park for the Longboat Key Garden Club.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 25, 2025
Longboat Key Garden Club hosts 9th Dinner and a Movie fundraiser

Members continue fundraising push to support post-hurricane restoration and beautification projects.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alice Edwards with the Longboat Library looks forward to welcoming visitors for extended hours through April.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 25, 2025
Volunteers aim to establish a 'Friends of the Longboat Library' support group

While Longboat Library awaits news of plans for a new library facility on the Key, members are working to to add awareness of the library.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mary Beth Schiavone opens the 2025 Couture for the Cure show.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 24, 2025
Biannual Couture for the Cure boosts MS research funding

Event chair Gwen Wallin draws inspiration from her daughter in organizing this year's fundraiser fashion show and luncheon.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sandra Duryea keeps her eye on the ball through shamrock sunglasses.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 23, 2025
Longboat Key Tennis Center women bid farewell to season with festive frivolity

Last year's storms may have delayed their fun day, but the women of the Tennis Center couldn't let the season pass without it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stephen Fancher, chief advancement officer with the All Star Children's Foundation, speaks with Longboat Key Chapel residents supporting this month's backpack drive.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 23, 2025
Backpacks make world of difference for kids entering foster care, expert says

Longboat Key Chapel accepting backpack donations throughout the month for the Sarasota-based All Star Children's Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ellen Thomas joins the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce as the new event coordinator.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 22, 2025
Meet Longboat Chamber of Commerce's newest addition

Event coordinator Ellen Thomas looks forward to offering new activities for Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Meet the Humane Society of Sarasota County board members working to change the future of animal welfare in the Sarasota area: President Janet Boyden, Longboater and Diamond Collar Society Founder Melinda Foster and CEO Anna Gonce.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 19, 2025
Diamond Collar Society forges ahead with Humane Society fundraising

Longboat Key's premier "secret society" that holds animal welfare at its core offered a glimpse into its progress at a membership drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Genny Resch, visiting from Maryland to see the Orioles play, makes friends with Bill Oludwig and Cha Cha Sunshine at Lynches Pub & Grub on Saint Patrick's Day.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 18, 2025
St. Armands turns into St. Patrick's Circle for holiday celebrations

Local groups, families and visitors to Longboat Key displayed every color of green imaginable at various St. Patrick's Day events this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bob Kolesa celebrates his retirement as the maintenance manager at Beachplace Association of 32 years with his wife, Keena, and friends from the complex.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 18, 2025
After 30-plus years of managing Beachplace, head staffer bids farewell

Family and friends commended Maintenance Manager Bob Kolesa for his three decades of hard work keeping things running smoothly at the condominium complex.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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  • December 19, 2025
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Artist JC Wayne hangs the ninth and final piece in her series "Atomic Universe," the latest installation at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church. The display will be up throughout the holiday season.
  • December 19, 2025
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Locations of the new St. Armands speed tables are marked in red.
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Osprey play an important role in local ecosystems, and they seek out high perches on either designated nesting perches or, as in this case, power poles.
  • December 18, 2025
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Beverly Sutton introduces Santa Claus, who made an appearance at the Reading Buddies Christmas party on Dec. 11 at Christ Church of Longboat Key.
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